Career questions tagged performing-arts
Could I take private vocal lessons as a piano performance major?
I want to major in piano performance, but I would also really like to get some lessons in voice and choral conducting. Is it possible to take vocal lessons from a voice professor as a piano performance major?
Sabetha
What colleges are best fit for performing arts majors?
What colleges, if any, are great and noncompetitive? Is it more challenging to get into performing arts colleges or regular colleges with performing arts programs? What regular colleges have great performing arts programs?
District HeightsWhat is the most effective way to build confidence and train for a performance/audition?
How do you pick the right song or script? What techniques are used to deliver the best possible performance? How do you put aside the stage fright? What should I anticipate when auditioning (whether it be for college or any other project)? How do I make certain that I am ready?
District Heights
why is comedy important?
why is comedy important?
Hillsboro
Why is it so hard to get acting jobs in the black community? Is it more complex then just skin tone?
I was a theatre magnet student for 3 years, I'm 16, and I am very interested in getting back to acting and Broadway.
United States
My parents won't let me do anything with K-POP and I LOVE it, I want to be a K-POP dancer/singer, etc. I don't know what to do how should OI get them to let me do this?
What is the best thing for me to do/say for them to be alright with me liking and wanting to do K-POP.
Bluffton
how would you get the career you want how can you get into the college you want by passing all the classes you got ?#dance #college # professional
I'm a freshmen in highschool I'm in the 9th grade I dance I wanna be on a cheer team I like math I like reading
United States
Should I do the thing with most money or my passion?
why should I follow my passions
Chicago
After earning a BFA in musical theater, what are the best strategies for becoming a working actor / performer in Broadway level productions What are the biggest challenges and what should I be prepared for??
I want some real-world insights on the challenges that recent BFA graduates encounter while trying to make a career in musical theater. What's the average pay for musical theater jobs? Will I have to have a second job? What are job opportunities like in different geographic locations in the United States?
Mansfield
How can I convince my parents to let me audition ?
My name is Kimi im 13 and I really want to be akpop idol I was planning to audition under hybe but my dad thinks its a career that brings no money or value
United States
How do i get into the musical theatre world after high school?
I am a 15 year old sophomore at a private high school, looking to get a bfa in college. i would like to know just generally more about how difficult it is to get that degree and when i should start preparing for auditions.
Aurora
What is representation in acting?
For performing artists, what are the key roles I should know about? I've heard for actors, it is about management but I've also heard these people called agents, or representation.
Wake ForestWhat is the best way to get in front of casting directors?
I have dance and theatre experience and am a performing artist. I took some time off and it is still my dream and passion to work in entertainment. I am 33 years old! College doesn't feel like the right fit at my age. I don't have transportation or much means to speak of. I was working as a data analyst in the technology industry and was laid off. It sounds ridiculous, but it was a real wake up call. I idolize artists that have made impacts in fashion, music, film, tv, and on the stage. But I am absolutely clueless on what to do.
Wake Forest
What is a good college for acting/performance arts?
I wanna act :)
Fayetteville
Why you in school?
Am in school to learn a lot of things from lecturer
New York
what did you want to become when you grow up?
I am to become a professional footballer like Robert Lewandowski
New York
I don't know what career to go into. I don't want to get a simple job that you need college for or anything but more like a singer or actor or something.. anyone have any ideas on how i can achieve that?
I am 16 years old and am interested in becoming famous/rich and maybe even help others but I have no idea how to achieve that. I am british and leaving high school going into college now and I have no idea what I am going to do. I panicked and just applied for a travel and tourism course and I got in but I have no idea what I'm going to do with that but nonetheless, i don't want it. I want to become something better. But I just don't understand/know how to complete this desire unless it is extremely unrealistic and I am doomed to fail.
Rugby
What is the best school to apply to if you are interested in the performing arts?
Best school Options?
United States
I’d it possible to become an actor at 14 and if so how?
I’ve been wanting to be in the entertainment business for my whole life. Now that I’m 14 and have some skills I want to know how I can make this a possibility.
New YorkI want to be a Singer, Songwriter, Dancer, Actor, and Author. Is it possible to do them all?
I’ve seen many people that have done it. Like Kim K. She does so much and so well. I want to know if I can do all the things I love to do and keep a personal life and keep myself from going insane from all the work.
New York
How can I focus on being a professional dancer ?
I am a sophomore, that is 16 years old that lives in New York, I want to focus on being a professional dancer for myself , but I get distracted by other things which takes away my time , how can I focus on being a professional dance and focus on other activities
New York
How could I break into the acting industry in highschool?
Hello! I’m a Highschool theater student and I was wondering how or even if I could go into the big time acting industry in highschool! I think I’m ok at acting so maybe it’s possible!
United States
How do people gain recognition from celebrities when it comes to dancing on social media?
I am a dancer and I want to take myself big. I know I have the potential but I don’t have enough recognition
New York
What is the best way to promote a telent as a future artist?
What is the best way to promote a talent as a future artist? Who is willing to become a film actor or actors singer
Wisconsin RapidsWhat career path should i choose to gain credibility in the field of performing arts and arts education?
I currently work at a private performing arts academy as a dance teacher and head of the academic department. I am in charge of creating curricula for the program and supervising the production team to give artistic input in departments such as scenography. I first started as a student in 2019 and then became part of the teaching team in 2020 due to my advanced dance knowledge (I have been dancing professionally for over 10 years), my experience as a dance assistant in the past and the lack of dance teachers at the academy back then. Since then, I have worked my way up the ranks and now have this good position I mentioned at the beginning. However, I don't have a degree in anything, I have been guided, directed and instructed by the director of the academy and she has helped me develop my leadership skills and helped me get to where I am now. I have discovered my passion for leadership in the performing arts and the world of arts education because of her support and belief in me. But the reason I ask this question, regardless of my current professional position, is because I know that this world is primarily driven by the degrees or masters you have, and in order to enhance my professional development and get more opportunities in the artistic and/or academic world, I may need to get one. So with that thought haunting me every day, I've been searching for degrees that will help me to accredit my current work. That being said, the biggest struggle I have been dealing with in the last few weeks, is the lack of information I currently have about careers that might offer what I am interested in and also the lack of flexibility of careers to study online so I can continue to work and keep my expenses as a freelancer. I have found names of interesting careers but they end up being master's degrees and not bachelor's degrees. I would like to know where are those degrees where I can study something related to directing or artistic education that can be achieved online, or in a short period of time in person. Or, I would like to have a chat with someone who can give me other degree options that might interest me as well and add to the skills I already have and acquire new knowledge. I am very interested in learning more of the educational academic world around the arts field, I also like topics related to human behavior, psychology and anatomy, if that helps give a broader context of the type of degree I am looking for. I have talked to mentors, co-workers, professors, colleagues, professional artists, and they have given me good advice on how to further develop my professional skills without a degree, but no one has helped me find detailed information on bachelor's degrees. I am still looking on my own because I know in the end I will be the one making the final decission, but I would really appreciate more detailed information/advice coming from professionals in the field and I think this is a good place to start.
LimaHow do I become a pop star?
I am looking into becoming a pop star. I understand this is a bit unrealistic but I know it's achievable.
Grafton Township
How did you continue to pursue such a difficult career with everyone telling you to “have a realistic plan”?
I’m still a freshman in high school but acting is my passion and I’ve never been more sure of wanting to do something for the rest of my life so I just want to know. It might be worth noting that I’m also good at script writing which is the career my parents are trying to nudge me more towards whether they’re doing it on purpose or not. While I do enjoy writing and plan on maybe starting that way and then looking for an opportunity to pursue a more onstage/on screen job, it’s not my main focus, it’s more of a starting point. I am in a magnet school for drama so i am very involved in theatre and acting and am learning new techniques and will be doing a lot of shows and competitions for my high school years.
Miami