Scores of books have been written on how acting for the camera is different from acting in the theatre. Many of them are filled with ideas which create the impression that the two somehow demand a special kind of method. This is a false notion that only confuses actors as they try to work in these two mediums. The real differences lie not in acting method but in technique. Here are three basic ideas on how to understand and approach working in front of the camera.

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Sean Pratt, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), has been a working actor for over 20 years. Sean was a member of the resident acting company at The Pearl Theatre, an Off-Broadway classical repertory theatre and has also performed at numerous regional theatres around the country. Major films include - Gods and Generals, Tuck Everlasting and Iron Jawed Angels. Television work includes - The host of HGTV’s, Old Homes Restored, and supporting roles on Homicide, The District and America’s Most Wanted. Audiobooks – He’s narrated for 15 years and has recorded nearly 550 books in just about every genre. He also teaches classes on and writes articles about the business of the Biz.