Whether it’s a film like Don’t Look Up, a novel like The Help or a song like This is America by Childish Gambino, entertainment often provides subtle or direct commentaries on current social and political issues. This is because the industry is the ideal conduit for presenting a narrative to hopefully spark change.
Those wanting to succeed in the world of entertaiment need not only an edge on the competition, but also knowledge of the business side of things. Taking inspiration from others, both in terms of performance styles and how the business is run, can help build skills and set performers apart.