Before you book a headshot session, it helps to slow down and get oriented. This is a practical, no-nonsense guide to prepping in a way that makes your photos clearer, more useful, and a lot less stressful.
There’s a lot of confusion around theatre headshots. Actors are often told they need something more neutral or less “film-y,” but that advice can miss the point. Theatre headshots serve a different purpose than film and TV, but they’re not a separate universe. This post breaks down how theatre casting actually uses headshots, when they matter most, and how to choose images that help casting see you clearly and confidently.
