A last‑minute audition. A life‑changing call. Seven years on a hit sci‑fi series. On paper, it sounds like the classic “big break” story for a working actor. But UNCSA alumna Krys Marshall (“For All Mankind,” “Paradise”) sees it as something more complex. 

In Part 2 of “The Arts & The Big Break,” Krys joins UNCSA Chancellor Brian Cole to dig into what actually turns a job into a career: years of preparation, the confidence to trust your training and the courage to walk away from a “good thing” when your gut says it is time for a new chapter. She shares how a quick read for a new sci-fi drama became a defining role, and how a risky “no” later opened the door to a bigger “yes.” 

In this episode, you’ll hear about: 

• How a last‑minute audition led to seven seasons on a hit Apple TV+ series 

• The mindset and preparation behind landing “For All Mankind” 

• Why agency, boundaries, and saying no are essential to long‑term creative careers 

• The role UNCSA and conservatory training played in building her resilience and self‑trust 

This conversation offers candid insight for emerging actors and artists who are navigating auditions, typecasting, and the pressure to seize every opportunity while still honoring their own path. 

"The Arts & Everything" is a UNCSA Media podcast hosted by Brian Cole and produced by Maria Wurttele and Sasha Hartzell. Executive producers are Katherine Johnson and Kory Kelly, and Louie Poore is the associate producer. Creative Design is Alli Myers Gagnon and Digital Strategy is Natalie Shrader. Music was composed by Chris Heckman and performed by Chris Heckman, André Vasconcellos, Miah Kay Cardoza and Gabe Lopez. 

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