Acting School... I GOT IN!!!

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  1. Alexia Dark

    Alexia Dark Warrior Princess

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    I'm not sure what to say right now. Those of you who visit the musical theatre thread will know that I auditioned for a professional acting training program in Toronto. Big time. So big, in fact, I found out about it through a newsletter for Canada's professional stage actor's union.

    I wasn't even going to audition, but I did it on a whim, and because a friend said she would drive me. I'm so scared. This program is as expensive as college, and it would mean moving to Toronto next month. I'm so worried... going into college already in debt... alone in a huge, expensive city, without knowing anyone... going into a program I know so little about.

    Last week, I was cast in my first community theatre musical... I know the group is likely mediocre (well, at least the last production was... ), but still...

    And in the professional world of acting, the number and size of roles matters more than schools... I mean, how many actors list their schools in their bios, unless it's their first tour fresh out of college or something?

    I am so lost right now. Any advise? Should I go for it?
     
    #1 Alexia Dark, Dec 11, 2007
  2. Super Kal

    Super Kal Proud Conservative

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    it's a chance of a lifetime, so I say go for it

    congratulations
     
    #2 Super Kal, Dec 11, 2007
  3. Immortalfire

    Immortalfire In the pale moonlight

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    [​IMG] :yay:
     
    #3 Immortalfire, Dec 11, 2007
  4. ROBOCOP CPU001

    ROBOCOP CPU001 Guest

    Use the Force..trust your feelings.
     
    #4 ROBOCOP CPU001, Dec 11, 2007
  5. hammy

    hammy American Ham

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    Congratulations! That's great news. :yay:
     
    #5 hammy, Dec 11, 2007
  6. DV8

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    congratulations! do it! do it!!! we'll come visit ;)
     
    #6 DV8, Dec 11, 2007
  7. Jack Rabbit

    Jack Rabbit i roll twenties

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    Congrats.
     
    #7 Jack Rabbit, Dec 11, 2007
  8. Arkady Rossovich

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    Congragulations,take that chance.It may be something worth while.
     
    #8 Arkady Rossovich, Dec 11, 2007
  9. Moviefan2k4

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    This situation is a blessing, so don't choke back on it. Go after it with everything you've got!
     
    #9 Moviefan2k4, Dec 11, 2007
  10. SWAT

    SWAT Pool of the Death

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    Congrats!
     
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  11. BRUTAL

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    Have you waited tables before?
     
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  12. Apollo

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    congratulations, i'm thinking of also going to an acting school
     
    #12 Apollo, Dec 11, 2007
  13. Sensi

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    Congratulations! Just think about it, you will know what is best for you.
     
    #13 Sensi, Dec 11, 2007
  14. The Evolutionist

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    Do it. Acting is all about risk, both on stage and off. If you don't go for it, you'll be kicking yourself in a few years.
     
    #14 The Evolutionist, Dec 11, 2007
  15. Alexia Dark

    Alexia Dark Warrior Princess

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    You know, I said almost that exact same thing in my application letter.
     
    #15 Alexia Dark, Dec 11, 2007
  16. tzarinna

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    You seem to be very strong willed, I have faith you'll be able to work it all out. :up:
    This will also be a great opportunity to network, like mad.
    Congrats and good luck.
     
    #16 tzarinna, Dec 11, 2007
  17. Majik1387

    Majik1387 Avenger

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    Go do it, thats what acting is all about. People worked hard as hell to get into your situation and would take it in a second. And who knows when you'll get a chance like this again.
     
    #17 Majik1387, Dec 11, 2007
  18. The Evolutionist

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    You got the right spirit. Now it's all about getting to the right place and working your ass off.
     
    #18 The Evolutionist, Dec 11, 2007
  19. \S/JcDc\S/

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    I went through the same thing and still ended up getting a college degree (graduated last year actually :) ) and I do nothing with my major :D I completed a stint in acting school and learned quite a bit. Am I a major star? No. You may have seen me in a commercial or too though. Bottom line, forget about having to be famous to make a living at it. I do local theatre, off broadway, extra work, and admittedly mostly commercial work. (local for Atl as well as commute to CA/FL/NY mostly)

    Honestly you can make it into a career with a good agent who keeps semi steady work. I did go through a few months with no work but thankfully I had money in the bank from previous gigs and was quite frugal :o You can make it, but just think of your success as making a living at it first. Anything else is icing on the cake :up: Good luck.
     
    #19 \S/JcDc\S/, Dec 11, 2007
  20. Figs

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    Congratulations!!
     
    #20 Figs, Dec 11, 2007
  21. Steve Rogers

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    Of course go for it. I can think of nothing worse then wondering what could have been only if...
     
    #21 Steve Rogers, Dec 11, 2007
  22. Wilhelm-Scream

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    Do not attend this school!
    It will bring disastrous consequences.
    This is a massive, terrible, irreversible mistake, waiting to happen, waiting to destroy your life as you know it!!!
     
    #22 Wilhelm-Scream, Dec 11, 2007
  23. Asteroid-Man

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    HAHAHAHAHA:woot:
     
    #23 Asteroid-Man, Dec 11, 2007
  24. Steve Rogers

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    You know? You have this aura of cheerfulness that radiates from you. :)
     
    #24 Steve Rogers, Dec 11, 2007
  25. bullets

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    i say its great news . acting is basically hit or miss , so it is a big risk but people that are sucessful take risks in their lives. i think if you a passion for the art then you will do well.
     
    #25 bullets, Dec 11, 2007
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