S1 Ep10: The Acting Terms Everyone Uses (But No One Explains)

Have you ever heard terms like “self-tape”, “pencilled” or “on hold” and thought - wait, what does that actually mean?Because in this industry, there’s a lot of language that gets thrown around - and if you’re new to it, it can feel confusing, overwhelming… and honestly, a bit intimidating.In this episode, I break down the key acting terms you’re likely to hear - across auditions, training and on set - and explain them in a clear, simple way that actually helps you use them.This is a really practical one - whether you’re a young actor just starting out, or a parent supporting your child through auditions and training.We cover:audition terms like self-tapes, slates, recalls, being pencilled and availability checkstraining terms like showreels and workshopson-set language you might hear when you step into professional workIf you’ve ever felt unsure of the “industry language” - this will help you feel more confident, more informed, and much more in control of the process.And if there’s a term you’ve heard and still don’t understand, send it in - I’d love to include it in a future episode.🔗 CONNECT WITH MEInstagram, TikTok & YouTube: @TheDramaCoachCourses & resources: https://courses.thedramacoach.co.ukMore links: https://linktr.ee/TheDramaCoachMusic: Soft Music 495878 by nastelbom (Pixabay)