Careers: Acting, Performing, Directing/I REALLY want to act!

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Expert: - 8/14/2008


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Hi. I am currently only 13 years old and passionate about acting. I would like to pursue a career in it, but I feel that I need to polish my acting skills first and get the proper training. What schools would be the best for me?

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Yes, you are too young for a professional career. You polish your acting by being in plays, professional classes teach you things you might be able to use in  your acting. They do not impart talent. No knowing what schools are available to you, there is no way I can offer a suggestion, but you might look for a performing arts high school. Doc

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Kenneth D. Plonkey

Expertise

Questions about acting and directing. Questions about getting started in a careeer. Questions about training and schooling for actors.

Experience

I am a retired film actor. I am a retired university theatre program director and professor. I am the author of "The Tao of Acting, Mentoring for the Aspiring Actor" to be published this summer.

Organizations
SAG

Education/Credentials
BA, MA, PhD in Theatre Post graduate study with certificate in Media Acting

Awards and Honors
John Golden Traveling Fellowship

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