Let’s say you’ve moved to New York, made your first few steps, maybe even found a place to live. Between auditions and job hunting, you decide you want to keep your acting game sharp. In a city like New York, your options are just about endless. Here’s a little help to narrow them down.
Choosing the right course for you:
As the capital of the arts scene, New York has literally hundreds of way for you to learn the craft. From part time community classes after work, to joining an improv troupe on the weekends; from dance classes with Alvin Ailey to full-time study, the hardest part can often be figuring out where to start. Keep these things in mind when you’re doing your research:
Budget. Obviously, part time courses and community classes will be much, much cheaper than a full-time program at NYU or Columbia. That said, many programs have scholarships, work study courses, and/or cheaper summer intensives to make things a little easier. If you’re not sure you want to make a commitment, consider attending classes at your institute of choice before diving in.
Sector. While most full-time programs will offer a variety of courses in many backgrounds (stage acting, acting for beginners, musical
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