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Behind the Curtain: Matthew H. on the art of acting

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"Behind the Curtain"

It takes a vast skill set of acting abilities, years of devotion and a little bit of luck to become a professional actor. Once someone becomes a working actor, it's not all glamorous including the long hours. Just ask Mark Boyett. Well, Matthew asks for you in this podcast episode from the WBGO Media Workshop.

Mark is a theater actor and has made many movies including his latest, The Tender Bar with Ben Affleck, directed by George Clooney. Mark reveals how he immerses himself in a role including preparation, understanding and relating to the character, and having to act on his knees as Lord Farquaad in Shrek. Mark shares his dream acting roles, as well as his perspective on the significance of the inclusion of persons with disabilities in stage and film.