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QUESTION: im 17 and i just became extremely interested in making acting my career. i have no training in acting but am going to take a class senior year and definatly through college..i know im only 17 but am i to old to get started already??i know most movie stars got started when they were very young.

ANSWER: Hi there, Steven...And thanks for writing.

You are definitely not too old.  Just begin taking classes and keep learning and using your skills.

Does that help you?

Wanda

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QUESTION: Yes. Thank you......I actually have one more question, what is a great college in LA to go to if I want to pursue acting. Besides UCLA because I can't get into it with my grades.

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Hey there, Steven...

Great.  I am glad you have some help and encouragement.  :)  

Have you tried looking at Cal Arts? One of my colleagues and friends just finished her MFA there.  She really loved the school and highly recommends it.  Bachelor's degrees are available there as well.

Wanda

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Wanda Reinholdt

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Questions about how to tap into the richness that is inside you/ find confidence in life and work. Questions about how to create a plan and run with it. Questions about directing and acting and singing. I am not a modeling expert and would prefer that these questions are taken to other experts. Have a long history in piano, voice, acting and directing stage.

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Study of coaching and the application of it for 3 years; own theatre arts business for almost 8 years; Directing Canada and United States in both community and semi-professional arenas

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personally mentored for 8 years; professionally coached for 4 years; BA in Music and Theatre

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