January Actor Mission / Meetup & New Industry Calendar
To kick off 2026, this month’s mission is all about connection, so I invite you to connect with me this Thursday 29th January from 6-7pm on Zoom. This will be an informal get-to-know-each-other session for actors and guardians, where we can exchange thoughts and ideas on the year ahead. Click here to join the conversation. Fishpond Industry Calendar In addition, we’re currently […]
September Actor Mission / The Season of Learning
As the leaves begin to turn and autumn arrives, there’s a natural sense of fresh starts and new beginnings in the air. September has always been a back-to-school month – a time to learn, grow, and set yourself up for success. This month, we’re leaning into that energy with a mission focused on learning. It’s […]
August Actor Mission / Time to Take a Breath
Our August Mission is now live, and this one invites you to take a breath. This month, we’re encouraging actors to shift their focus away from the constant grind of “what’s next” and towards rest, joy, and real life. In an industry that can easily become all-consuming, this mission is about stepping back to reconnect […]
July Actor Mission / Make the Most of Film Festivals
Our July Monthly Mission is now live, and this one invites actors to step into the heart of Ireland’s creative scene. This month, we’re encouraging you to explore the world of film festivals, and how you can meaningfully engage with them. Whether you’re attending in person, discovering new voices, or simply staying curious about the stories […]
June Actor Mission / Time to Give Yourself Credit
Throughout 2025, we aim to support you in taking control of your career and making wonderful things happen for yourself. This month's mission is all about focusing on your performance credits – the ones you already have and the ones you fantasise about. Take control so you can own your journey, polish your profile, and pave […]
March Mission / Your Acting Mission Statements
In an industry as expansive and unpredictable as acting, clarity is everything. When you’re navigating auditions, self-tapes, gigs that challenge you, and some that don’t, having a mission statement can serve as a grounding force—a personal compass that points you toward the kind of work you really want to do. And that’s more than just […]
Monthly Missions / Taking Control of Your Career
At Fishpond, we aim to assist you in developing a sustainable career as a professional artist. Every month, we set you / your young actor a simple and achievable task that's going to help you in your creative endeavours. Time and energy can get away from us all, so if you can only manage to do one […]
March Actor Mission / Your Acting Mission Statement
Throughout 2025, we aim to support you in taking control of your career and making wonderful things happen for yourself. This month’s challenge is all about you—your passion, your purpose, and your unique voice as an actor. We’re inviting you to craft your own Acting Mission Statement, a personal guide to who you are as a performer […]
January Actor Mission & Talk / Ease into 2025
Happy New Year! We hope you had a chance to unwind over the festive period and that your year is off to a lovely start. Every month this year, I’ll be setting you / your young actor a simple and achievable task that’s going to help you in your creative endeavours. Time and energy can […]
December Actor Mission / 2024 Roundup
We’re now into December (if you can believe it), and it’s time for your next mission. Every month, we’ll be setting you / your young actor a simple and achievable task that’s going to help you in your creative endeavours. Time and energy can get away from us all, so if you can only manage […]