Also featuring Grads Talk — conversations with recent drama school graduates navigating the early years of an acting career.
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Marion Githegi discusses essential truths for new actors entering the industry, covering agents, auditions, and balancing survival jobs with creative fulfillment, offering clarity for navigating early career challenges in this interview.
4 May 2025
Is the Acting Industry Really Competitive?
In this episode, Marion Githegi — a trained actress from LAMDA — sits down with twins Lucy Karczewski (LAMDA Graduate) and Mel Karczewski (Royal Welsh Graduate) to unpack the complex topic of competition among actors.
Together, they explore:
The unspoken rivalry that can arise in the acting industry
How training environments like drama school shape attitudes toward competition
The pressure to constantly stand out while maintaining authentic connections with fellow actors
Strategies for navigating envy, imposter syndrome, and rejection
The importance of building a supportive, collaborative network in a highly competitive field
This honest, reflective conversation offers valuable insights for actors, creatives, and anyone navigating competitive industries.
🎙️ Host:
Marion Githegi — Trained actress from LAMDA
🎭 Guests:
Lucy Karczewski — LAMDA Graduate (https://www.instagram.com/melodiekarczewski/)
Mel Karczewski — Royal Welsh Graduate
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7 Jan 2025
How To Stay Resilient Post Drama School
Join me, Marion Githegi, as I chat with the inspiring Kat Dulfer and Zoe Zak, two talented drama school grads breaking boundaries in theatre and TV. We’re diving deep into Resilience—how they’ve navigated the ups and downs of the industry and kept pushing forward. From auditions to breakthroughs, we’re talking about the grit it takes to thrive in this competitive world.
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