EPISODE · Nov 6, 2018 · 1H 22M
Ep #14: Steppenwolf's Francis Guinan on Being Blue Collar and Slightly Undisciplined
from The Working Actor's Journey · host Nathan Agin, actor, entrepreneur, Shakespeare nerd
Francis Guinan grew up in Iowa and went to college pre-med, but then changed directions and ended up meeting the actors who would go on to create the Steppenwolf Theatre Ensemble in Chicago. He has been a member for 30 years and appeared in over 40 productions, and also has 80+ film/tv credits including Boss, The Last Airbender, and Eerie, Indiana. Just a bit of what we cover: discipline and focus messing with other actors onstage great directors rehearsal questions John Mahoney Shakespeare younger actors current passions, and lots more! Plus, he works on a piece from THE REMBRANDT, which had its world premiere at Steppenwolf! Check out the show notes for additional info and items mentioned in this episode. Become a PREMIUM member and part of the Working Actors Community, starting at just $2/month! Get your free copy of "12 Top Acting Tips from Season One". See additional content on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Want a free audiobook? As a listener, get yours and a free trial with Audible.
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