Introducing Ask an Expert, a new series that touches on key issues impacting the lives of professional performers. This first article examines the key risks and considerations relevant to performers who are active on social media.
Perspectives
The Canadian Star System: A Critical Look at the Canadian Entertainment Industry
Dayo Ade takes a critical look at the existence and effectiveness of the Canadian star system and broader entertainment industry.
Catherine Joell MacKinnon on CODA’s History-Making Oscar Win
Check out this interview with ACTRA National’s 2016 Woman of the Year, Catherine Joell MacKinnon, interviewed on CBC news about what the Oscar win for the film CODA means to her and the Deaf community.
Diversity is being used as a scapegoat for capitalism, and it’s time to talk about it
On April 6, 2022, Playback published an opinion piece by Jenn Paul, ACTRA National’s Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
This is the text of that piece.
Is This Harassment?
Differentiating between conflict or unpleasant interactions at work from something more serious, like bullying and harassment, can be difficult. However, it is important to be able to make these distinctions so you can make informed decisions about if or when to report an issue.