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Shurtleff has "never seen a great or star actor who did not have humor." In real life we use humor not to be funny but as glue in relationships and to help us get through the day this should come across in your acting.
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You need to find the humor in every scene, not just the "funny" ones.
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Many actors take time to get into a groove on the stage but the best don't need to-get into rhythm on the wing before entering.