Neil Patrick Harris Secret to A Long Acting Career In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast

How has Neil Patrick Harris been able to thrive in so many areas of the entertainment biz I dont like resting on my laurels, he tells Backstage, detailing the twists and turns of a career that has enabled him to consistently surprise audiences. Those hoping to avoid pigeonholing and play a variety of roles should listen closely to Neils advice, both practical and philosophical. Being able to challenge myself, and keep growing in different Its a long game. Since his early breakout as a child actor in Claras Heart and leading the medical dramedy Doogie Howser, Neil has become a producer, author, awards ceremony host, and activist (and magician ). The New Mexico native has nailed comedies including the Harold Kumar films, How I Met Your Mother, and A Series of Unfortunate Events, musicals including Rent, Company, and Dr. Horribles SingAlong Blog, and darker fare including Gone Girl and Russell T. Davies recent Channel 4 and HBO Max limited series It