Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Performer categories & doubles · Working

Non-actor

Also called: nonprofessional actor

ELI5

A person cast without conventional professional acting experience, often for presence or authenticity.

Used in conversation

“Can the non-actor join the next rehearsal or casting session?”

Pitch context

A director may use this term to turn a broad intention into a specific performance or casting choice.

Why it matters: Translates creative intention into casting, rehearsal, performance and on-set direction.

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