Am I being unrealistic in believing I can have a successful career in theater without having to be an actress?
Because there are so many things about theater that I love, I'm not convinced my career will be acting. It's possible that I may end up in costume design or playwriting. #theater
2 answers
Angela Theresa (Collins) Egic
Angela Theresa’s Answer
You have a much better chance if you do technical aspects of theatre! Costume Design, Stage Managing or Set Design.
Of course, most theatre professions are harder to make a lot of money doing. Acting is probably the hardest to be paid for doing.
Playwrighting is also very competitive and not as lucrative. Now, Producing can be good; or even becoming a Casting Director or Agent.
You are better off studying business; which will help you in all areas. Probably more money in television and film costuming, producing or writing. All competitive, nevertheless.
You are more realistic to focus on the technical side of theatre. "They always pay the crew."
Actors are often the only ones not paid.
Jeanne’s Answer
In between, I was able to use my theatre experiences in my many jobs in sales and marketing.