Bill Camp s Notes on How to Become a Great Supporting Actor In The Envelope: The Actors Podcact

Often referred to as one of the best character actors around, Bill Camp memorably appearsor often disappearsinto countless supporting roles, and can be counted on to give a truthful, compelling performance each time. His In the Envelope interview sheds light on how to do so, from heightening material onstage or onscreen to harnessing the power of imagination and sense memory. Im recalling from memories all the time, Bill says of his character work. I am content. Raised in Massachusetts and eventually trained at regional theaters and the Juilliard School, Bill has worked for years on New York City stages, garnering an Obie Award for Homebody, Kabul and Tony nomination for, TheCrucible. Within the last decade, hes built a prolific body of screen work, including on series Manhattan, The Leftovers, The Looming Tower, and an Emmy nod for The Night Of, as well as films Lincoln, 12 Years a Slave, Birdman, Love Mercy, Jason Bourne, Mollys Game, Wildlife, Vice, Joker