The Resistance Steven Tracey on the surprising echoes between roles and real life
Dec 5, 2025
Steven Tracey, an accomplished actor known for roles in shows like Anne with an E and Invasion, dives deep into the connection between his life and his performances. He shares insights on achieving flow while acting and the importance of presence in creative work. Tracey discusses how spirituality and personal experiences shape his craft, emphasizing the synchronicity in landing roles. He also explores the transformative journey of producing his own film, highlighting the drive to tell stories from his unique perspective.
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Art As A Channel To The Unlived Life
- Steven Tracey feels the unlived life exists on another plane and artists can tap into that channel to access a different self.
- That flow relieves the discomfort of not living into what you sense you could be.
Connection Over Destiny
- Steven Tracey believes humans are connected by an energetic exchange that storytelling can access.
- He thinks skillset, not destiny, often determines who can more easily enter that flow.
Flow Found During A Lost Audition
- Steven describes a callback he didn't get but still felt he entered into flow during the audition process.
- He values being present and responsive rather than performing rehearsed beats.
