Gotham's Newest Bat As anyone in the entertainment industry can attest, playing an already established character presents actors with a unique set of challenges. Heather Wake, an up-and-coming actress who recently portrayed Batgirl, sums it up this way: "The pressure lies in this performance being seen as a viable piece of art, rather than just glorified cosplay. Can you live up to fans' expectations and bring the character to life in a convincing way? Or will you pale by comparison to their imagination?" Tough 11/01/2017
As anyone in the entertainment industry can attest, playing an already established character presents actors with a unique set of challenges. Heather Wake, an up-and-coming actress who recently portrayed Batgirl, sums it up this way: "The pressure lies in this performance being seen as a viable piece of art, rather than just glorified cosplay. Can you live up to fans' expectations and bring the character to life in a convincing way? Or will you pale by comparison to their imagination?" Tough
