Overcome Rejection & Land Your Dream Role: Jamie Kenna (House of the Dragon) Explains How

Jamie Kenna, a British actor known for his roles in Children of Men, Green Street, Gran Turismo, and as Phil Whittaker in Coronation Street, shares his journey and experiences in this engaging episode of The WeAudition Show. Jamie shares his journey from football fields to film sets, the highs and lows of his career, and his latest role in the House of the Dragon.
In this episode of The WeAudition Show, Jamie Kenna delves into the challenges and triumphs of his acting career. He reflects on dealing with imposter syndrome, the importance of perseverance, and the thrill of working on high-profile projects like House of the Dragon. Jamie also offers practical advice for aspiring actors, emphasizing the significance of resilience and self-belief in the entertainment industry.
Segmented Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Jamie Kenna
00:57 - Attending the New York premiere of House of the Dragon
02:01 - Reflecting on a 20-year career
02:41 - Staying mentally resilient in a tough industry
04:26 - Handling rejection and the lack of feedback
05:59 - Building confidence in one's acting abilities
07:09 - The impact of having children on his career
09:03 - Preparing for auditions and roles
10:28 - Working with his actor wife
11:32 - Navigating professional competitiveness in relationships
13:51 - Coping with the unpredictable nature of the industry
15:07 - Finding joy and purpose in acting
17:47 - A behind-the-scenes look at House of the Dragon
19:01 - The importance of building community among actors
20:12 - The thrill and challenges of high-profile projects
21:27 - Final thoughts on the acting journey and future aspirations
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[@sandralucas1885]

Thoroughly enjoyable interview. Congratulations Jamie on your success! You all have a great chemistry and a bloody good sense of humor.

[@WeAudition]

Glad you enjoyed it, we certainly enjoyed hosting Jamie!

[@johngerardhealy]

Loooove this! What a great fella & artist Jamie is. Thank you for this interesting insight fellas! John Gerard Healy ... you're favourite hairy Irishman ;-)

[@WeAudition]

glad you're enjoying it John!

[@muyleche6466]

I very much enjoyed this talk. Hearing about what coming is like on House of the Dragon was great for me because I dream of being a part of that franchise. Also the whole thing about not being upset over roles you think you deserve or would've done great in is a gem. Easier said than done, but solid advise.

[@WeAudition]

Thanks for listening - great to hear you got some value from it!