cope with stage fright
Deal with conditions that cause stage fright, such as time limits, the audience and stress.
Variety artists are multi-disciplinary artists who master in at least two of the following disciplines: comedy, dance, singing, circus arts, object manipulation and illusionism. They perform solo or collectively, may appear in music variety shows, cabaret, musicals and other entertainment events. Their artistic performance is characterised by the blending of arts, styles and disciplines.
Competences and skills
34 ESCO relationsEssential skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
7 competencescreate an artistic performance
Create an artistic performance by combining elements such as singing, dancing, acting, or all of them together.
perform live
Perform in front of live audiences.
select music for performance
Select pieces of music for a live performance. Consider factors such as ensemble abilities, availability of scores and the need for musical variety.
study roles from scripts
Study and rehearse roles from scripts. Interpret, learn and memorise lines, stunts, and cues as directed.
work independently as an artist
Develop one's own ways of doing artistic performances, motivating oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
work with an artistic team
Work closely with directors, fellow actors and playwrights to find the ideal interpretation to a role.
Cross-sector
6 competencesanalyse own performance
Understand, analyse and describe your own performance. Contextualize your work in one or various styles, trends, evolution, etc. Self-evaluate your work in rehearsals and performances.
attend rehearsals
Attend rehearsals in order to adapt sets, costumes, make-up, lighting, camera set up, etc.
interact with an audience
Respond to the reactions of an audience and involve them in the particular performance or communication.
interact with fellow actors
Perform together with other actors. Anticipate their moves. React to their actions.
keep up with trends
Monitor and follow new trends and developments in specific sectors.
manage feedback
Provide feedback to others. Evaluate and respond constructively and professionally to critical communication from colleagues and customers.
Optional knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
1 competencemusical genres
Different musical styles and genres such as blues, jazz, reggae, rock, or indie.
Optional skills and competences 20 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
16 competencesact for an audience
Act in front of an audience, according to an artistic concept.
develop magic show concepts
Develop the different components (e.g. musical, visual, lighting, magic content etc.) of a magic show.
engage the audience emotionally
Create an emotional connection with the audience through your performance. Engage the audience with sadness, humour, anger, any other emotion, or a combination thereof, and let them share your experience.
follow time cues
Observe the conductor, orchestra or director and follow text and vocal score to time cues accurately.
identify artistic niche
Find your artistic niche in the market, attending to your strengths in each moment of your professional career.
manage performance light quality
Perform light checks and adjust for optimal light quality before and during performance.
manipulate object to create illusions
Manipulate objects and images to create optical illusions.
match venues with performers
Ensure the venue is appropriate for the needs of the performing artist.
perform dances
Perform in artistic productions of differents disciplines such as classical ballet, modern dance, contemporary dance, early dance, ethnic dance, folk dance, acrobatic dances and street dance.
perform for young audiences
Perform on a level accessible to children and young adults, whilst also censoring unadvisable content.
perform music solo
Perform music individually.
perform stunts
Execute various physical movements concerning the technical realisation of difficult acting performances.
play musical instruments
Manipulate purpose-built or improvised instruments to produce musical sounds.
sing
Use the voice to produce musical sounds, marked by tone and rhythm.
train livestock and captive animals
Train animals to facilitate their routine husbandry, for treatment, and/or public demonstrations.
use declaiming techniques
Speak for an audience with the expression of rhythm and vocal technique. Take care that articulation and voice projection are appropriate to the character or text. Make sure that you are heard without compromising your health: prevent fatigue and vocal strain, breathing problems and vocal cord problems.
Cross-sector
4 competencesdevelop educational resources
Create and develop educational resources for visitors, school groups, families and special interest groups.
follow directions of the artistic director
Follow the instructions of the director while understanding his creative vision.
meet deadlines
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
work with respect for own safety
Apply the safety rules according to training and instruction and based on a solid understanding of the prevention measures and risks to your own personal health and safety.