When Chris Nester connects to a part, he does so deeply. But that also means that if he’s not the right person for a role, he has no problem suggesting someone who is.
Spread the love.
“[Backstage] is a great place to share roles with colleagues. If I see a great part but the breakdown isn’t my type, I might know someone who’d be great for it, and I’ll send it to them so they can submit. Backstage makes that easy.”
Find a story that speaks to you.
“[For a recent project], I felt a [kinship with] the male lead when I read the character breakdown, and I loved the story. I had also worked with the assistant director before and trusted her as an artist.”
An actor’s tool belt should include Backstage.
“Use [Backstage] as a tool. Keep your profile up to date and only showcase your best work. Make your profile authentically yours. I keep coming back because Backstage makes the submission and audition processes simple and efficient.”
It’s OK to take audition breaks.
“I’m finishing my first year with Terry Knickerbocker at his studio’s two-year acting conservatory program, so I’m not really focused on auditioning right now. But I’ve been using [Backstage] for years.”
You’ve got to want it.
“I live in New York City, and some quick advice for anyone pursuing acting out here is simply: Want it more than anything.”
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This story originally appeared in the Sept. 3 issue of Backstage Magazine. Subscribe here.
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