Actor

Japanese Name

はいゆう

haiyuu

Description

An actor is a person who performs roles in movies, television, theater, or other performances.
They portray characters by speaking, moving, and expressing emotions.
Actors study scripts and rehearse to deliver convincing performances.
They work in various genres, such as drama, comedy, and action.
Acting is both an art and a profession enjoyed worldwide.

Acting dates back to ancient times, with origins in Greek theater around the 5th century BC.
Roman theater continued the tradition with more elaborate productions.
In the Middle Ages, acting was often part of religious plays.
The Renaissance brought professional theater companies and playwrights like Shakespeare.
The invention of film in the 19th century expanded acting to cinema.
Today, actors perform on stage, in films, TV shows, and digital media.
The profession has evolved with changes in technology and storytelling styles.

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