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Actor-manager
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
actor-managers
Who is an "actor-manager"?
An actor-manager is a person who both performs as an actor and takes on managerial responsibilities within a theater company. This role involves overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company, including organizing productions, handling administrative tasks, and making decisions about the direction of the company. At the same time, the actor-manager also performs in the company's plays, often taking on key roles. This dual role allows them to influence the creative and operational aspects of the company while actively contributing to its performances.
Examples
As an actor-manager, he not only starred in productions but also handled administrative duties and managed the theater company.
