ACTING: Is There Such a Thing as “Soap Opera Technique?”
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There is this archaic myth that there is some kind of soap acting or soap technique. Â Acting is acting.
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Working on the set of a soap opera is extremely helpful, even as a background artist!Â
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The soaps are an amazing place for an actor to hone their craft: the emotional demands, the complexity of the characters, the technical aspects - it could be so stressful. Â Soaps are also a wonderful place for established actors to come and play. Â