Masking and character acting for coaches and performers

What is masking? How does it help and challenge us as character actors?

This resource covers what masking is, and some of the common challenges in acting for neurodivergent actors: character matching (“peas in a pod”) scenes in acting performances and improv, and being a grounded character.

This resource is written as a reference for neurodivergent character actors, improvisers, and their teachers and coaches.

This is a heavily revised (and improved) 18 page PDF reference based on the podcast episodes released in Dec 2023 and Feb 2024.

The cover and branding of this guide was updated in August 2025. If you would like a copy with the new cover, contact me and I'll send it to you!