Journey to Becoming a Theater Actor - Award Nominee - Michael Perrie Jr.
Wed Dec 10 2025
In this episode of the My Career Shop Podcast, we explore the world of theater acting with our guest Michael Perrie Jr., a Helen Hayes–nominated actor known for his dynamic performances on stage and in film. This conversation is designed for students, career changers, and anyone curious about what it actually takes to build a successful career as a theater actor.
Michael breaks down his journey in the performing arts—from discovering his passion to earning professional roles, navigating auditions, mastering emotional expression, understanding the differences between film and theater, and sustaining a long-term career on stage. He also shares practical, step-by-step guidance for aspiring actors, including education options, where beginners can find opportunities, expected earnings, essential skills, daily routines, and what personality types fit (or don’t fit) this field.
If you’ve ever wondered what life as an actor really looks like behind the curtain, this episode provides a clear, honest, and detailed look into the profession.
Guest: Michael Perrie Jr.
Visit his website: https://www.michaelperriejr.com/
Trailer to the Conspiracists: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cc6BegrlxQE
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In this episode of the My Career Shop Podcast, we explore the world of theater acting with our guest Michael Perrie Jr., a Helen Hayes–nominated actor known for his dynamic performances on stage and in film. This conversation is designed for students, career changers, and anyone curious about what it actually takes to build a successful career as a theater actor. Michael breaks down his journey in the performing arts—from discovering his passion to earning professional roles, navigating auditions, mastering emotional expression, understanding the differences between film and theater, and sustaining a long-term career on stage. He also shares practical, step-by-step guidance for aspiring actors, including education options, where beginners can find opportunities, expected earnings, essential skills, daily routines, and what personality types fit (or don’t fit) this field. If you’ve ever wondered what life as an actor really looks like behind the curtain, this episode provides a clear, honest, and detailed look into the profession. Guest: Michael Perrie Jr. Visit his website: https://www.michaelperriejr.com/ Trailer to the Conspiracists: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cc6BegrlxQE Support the show Thank you for listening! Contact me at umair.shaikh@mycareershop.com Please provide a 5-star rating, subscribe and leave a comment on the platform you are listening on! Also, let me know what other professions you would like to hear from! More details regarding each profession can be found at https://mycareershop.com (Under Construction) THE MY CAREER SHOP PODCAST (“PODCAST”) DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR REPRESENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION FEATURED IN THIS PODCAST. THE INFORMATION, OPINIONS, AND RECOMMENDATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST ARE FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY AND ANY RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS DONE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED OTHERWISE, MY CAREER SHOP, LLC DOES NOT ENDORSE, RECOMMEND, APPROVE, OR CERTIFY ANY INFORMATION, PRODUCT, PROCESS, SERVICE, OR ORGANIZATION PRESENTED OR MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST, AND INFORMATION FROM THIS PODCAST SHOULD NOT BE REFERENCED IN ANY WAY TO IMPLY SUCH APPROVAL OR ENDORSEMENT. MY CAREER SHOP, LLC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE CONTENT CONTAINED IN THIS PODCAST.