I've finally decided to go for the dream but I want proper training by a school that has an exceptional reputation, so at least I'll be getting off on the right foot. Any ideas where someone closing in on 30 can go for training? I think the days of NYU are gone - too many 18-22 yr olds. I'm interested in all constructive opinions & thanks for your help!
2006-06-22 05:03:28 · 3 answers · asked by audeo8 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
Julliard or the Actor's Studio -- Age shouldn't make a difference, Grad school students average age is the late 20's.
2006-06-22 05:53:05 · answer #1 · answered by DramaGuy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The days of NYU are not really gone - many late 20's plus students are in these training programs. However, you may be more comfortable at the HB Studio in a beginning class. They are still top notch and the most reasonably priced in town. And, of course, there are others. For advanced work, go with a teacher who makes you risk it all, and check out The Actors Center.
2006-06-26 05:45:28 · answer #2 · answered by Z Town Mom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not a school that you want - a school is a building, an inanimate object - "it" can't teach.
You should look for a well-respected "acting teacher."
Which technique do you want? Meisner or Method?
There are many good private teachers in New York City - ask your actor friends to recommend teachers.
Unfortunately, most of the "best" teachers are retired or deceased.
I believe Catherine Gaffigan may teach privately. I don't know what she is doing these days. CatherineGaffigan.com
2006-06-22 10:36:07 · answer #3 · answered by newyorkgal71 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋