Seiyu Toiu Ikikata (East Shinsho Q Q 058 Shigoto to Ikikata)

[Machine Translation] The boom in voice acting is said to have started when actors from the shingeki (new type of theater) began dubbing Western movies. About half a century later, voice acting has become a popular "profession" among young people. Although the industry has become more formalized and larger, behind the glamour lies a harsh reality. The legend known for "Baikinman" and "Frieza" talks about the skills and attitude necessary in an industry where there are no rules for success, such as "Don't try to do well" and "Is success the only value?

新劇の俳優が洋画の吹き替えを担当することからはじまったとされる声優ブーム。それから約半世紀、若者の人気「職業」にまでなった声優。業界のかたちが整い、より大きくなったものの、華やかさの陰には厳しい現実も待ち受けています。「うまくやろうとするな」「売れるのが唯一の価値観か」など、成功法則のない業界だからこそ必要なスキルと心構えを、「ばいきんまん」「フリーザ」でおなじみのレジェンドが語り尽くします!