I have recently been considering getting a tattoo. Nothing huge, just a small simple one on my ribcage, but I am terrified of doing anything to jeopardize my career. Most online articles regarding actors and tattoos pertain to film, and I am primarily focused on stage. As long as it was small and not in a typically exposed area, would it be a problem in terms of casting? I would assume that if I ever had to wear a bikini or bra top in a show I could cover it with makeup, but you never know. Are there cases of people in tours, broadway etc that were fired once the director found out they had a tattoo (especially if it was in a typically hidden place and they might not have seen it at first)? I'm not really sure of my type, but I don't typically play "tough" characters so a tattoo would probably not help me fill a niche or anything like that. I understand being an actor my appearance matters and for that reason am not getting a nose piercing, but I also feel that personally, as an artist I care about self expression and do not want to completely lose or hide myself to try and be more "hirable"
If anyone has any knowledge or advice regarding actors with tattoos that would be greatly appreciated!
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