Stage performer (5)
(Other definitions for artiste that I've seen before include "nightclub entertainer?" , "Person playing" , "Theatre performer" , "'Public performer, dancer or singer (7)'" , "Player" .)
'stage performer' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for actress that I've seen before include "Theatrical female" , "Terry, say" , "One playing" , "Female player" , "Female performer" .)
'stage performer' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for actor that I've seen before include "One in a play" , "Thespian, stage performer" , "One with role" , "Cruise, e.g." , "One taking part" .)