Hi, New Drama Major

College Majors Theater/Drama Majors
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<p>Hi im new to CC. I'm starting Hills. Communtiy College here in Tampa in January, as a dramatic arts major. It's two year AA program that is specifically for those interested in transfer to a university to complete a Bachelor's.</p>

<p>I did some MT stuff when I was little and a couple of little things in middle school but I screwed up high school and had virtually no support from my parents or any adults. I was in a very bad depression for the middle two years, falling into it my first year, and climbing my way back out during my last. Inconsecutively I missed one full year. I just didnt go. I didnt feel I was worth getting out of bed, let alone going to school. I started missing school right around the time I was getting involved with the school drama program's production of "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change", in my freshman year, and was put into an online program with virtually no EC opp's. Anyway, needless to say because of that and a million other things that were happening, a lot of things went wrong during that time and the best thing that came form it was that I wrote a lot of stuff. It's all very messy and ALL of it is in first stages.</p>

<p>My point is that, I don't want to mess college up. I want to take advantage of every oppurtunity available to me. Which is why I'm posting here. From what I can tell, compared to most of you, I am servely underqualified. Lol. (and before you ask, I've mulled of it for a fairly long amount of time: this is what I really want to do. Yes I know wanting to act for a living is next to being certifiable (according to Shurtleff), but I loved it so much when I was little, going to rehearsals and learning lines and routines. I miss it. I really want this. It took a while longer than usual to figure it out, but I'm convinced.)</p>

<p>Ive been looking over the list thread of schools for theater BA's and BFA's, and I was wondering: I know the hotspots NYU and UCLA have good programs, but what about Canadian HtSpt Vancouver? I've heard that Van. is just about considered hollywood north anymore, so to have an educational basis there would make sense right? Does anyone know about the quality of the program at UBC?</p>

<p>What about doing extra or comm. theater work during the school year? Is it a good EC way to get experience or is it just more distracting to course work?</p>

<p>When preparing for transfer, is re-enacting a good EC? I re-enact with my local Daughters of the Confederacy. We stress period correct attire and behavior. We really do try cultivate a character. How do you think interveiwers would react that?</p>

<p>I know these seem like really stupid questions but I would really love to hear what anyone thinks.</p>

<p>Thanks for any help, and sorry if this post was too long.
AJ</p>

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<p>On UBC, they have, naturally one of the best film programs around.
As a University, it is considered one of the Canadian Ivy Leagues. It is VERY difficult to get into, but as an "international " student, you may still have a shot if your grades aren't stellar and, btw, they don't require an SAT!
Their entire FIne Arts is strong so I would go for it. And you will save a little in tuition because of the exchange rate.</p>

<p>Please check out the musical theatre major thread here on College COnfidential. It has LOTS of info about the other schools you mentioned.
Good luck!</p>

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<p>I don't know how many other Canadian-born Drama majors there are on CC, so I thought I'd reply!</p>

<p>UBC has a strong drama program. It places more of an emphasis on theatre, if I remember, but does have some opportunity for film and TV training as well.</p>

<p>Toronto and Montreal are also big hotspots for Canadian actors. I'd also look into schools like Ryerson University (Toronto) and the National Theatre School of Canada (Montreal), which are generally considered among the top acting training programs in Canada. </p>

<p>And wow-- I've never met another re-enactor! I'd say definitely put it down. I had it on my resum</p>

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<p>There are many excellent schools in Canada at which to study drama. The thing you're going to have to remember, though, is that at most schools, you will not be able to enter as a junior after completing your AA. Drama is one program where, universally, it's difficult to get credits to transfer, because programs differ so much from one to the next. </p>

<p>UBC is a good school, with a good reputation in Canada, but not necessarily for its drama program. Toronto has as much, if not more, going on in the film world as Vancouver, and definitely much much more in terms of theatre so you might want to look at schools there. U of Toronto is considered the top university by Canadians in terms of rankings and the variety of programs offered, the faculty, facilities, and research. It has an excellent drama program but more than that, it has more extra-curricular theatre opportunities than any college I'm familiar with. And I have a D at Tisch! :) My D3 will be attending U of T this fall. It has a beautiful campus, too.</p>

<p>Ryerson is a good program but the school itself does not have the reputation that U of T does. It's more of a technical school. York University is your other option in Toronto. It's a large university where the majority of students commute to school. It's on the outskirts of the city, unlike U of T and Ryerson which are right downtown. Its BFA programs are very good and a lot of excellent talent has come from York but many dislike the campus, and it's in a not-so-nice area of the city.</p>

<p>I'm pretty familiar with most Canadian schools so if you have any questions, I'd be happy to try to answer. :)</p>

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<p>Oh no, haha, sorry if I mislead. I'm not canadian, I'm from Florida, US.<br>
but! I happen to be a fan of the stargate franchise (yes i know sound th geek alert...but what can i say the guys are hot) and know that they film both shows in Vancouver @ [url=<a href="http://www.bridgestudios.com/%5DThe"&gt;http://www.bridgestudios.com/]The&lt;/a> Bridge Studios<a href="Their%20CGI/greenscreen%20facility%20is%20one%20of%20the%20largest%20in%20the%20world%20and%20their%20big%20draw">/url</a> along with a ton of other projects.</p>

<p>I did some reseach and found out that the area has a rather large market for the film industry which = a larger quantity of acting jobs. That's why I'm intrested. That and the fact that the city it self seems really nice!</p>

<p>SQUEEE! ANOTHER REENACTOR! YAY! What period do you do?</p>

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<p>Yes, you said you were in Tampa so I didn't think you were Canadian. :) While it's true that some films and tv shows are filmed in Vancouver, as an American, and as a student, you wouldn't be able to work in Canada in the film industry anyway. A student visa will only allow you to work on-campus part-time jobs and a very few off-campus ones, not the type of visa you'd need to be working in a film or onstage, etc. But you're right, Vancouver is a beautiful place!</p>

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<p>faBella_regina</p>

<p>There are lots of programs and college study out there for you. Don’t despair or give up.</p>

<p>Look for the Theatre/Drama thread for all complete information on a variety of options. There is direction and support for whatever endeavor you choose to pursue!</p>

<p>Valerie</p>

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<p>Alwaysamom
Oh I know! trust me I've looked into the cost and the process of getting a permanant residency visa, extensively...it's insane!</p>

<p>A study permit is obviously a better way to go for just attending college. But I dunno, Longterm, it seems like a really nice place to settle. (I am quite burnt out on Tampa and the entire SE, so why not swing for the fences and start my adult life in a completely different country?! Lol.) Especially in the Westend/Downtown, I realize it's just about the most expensive area but it's just close to the kind of envronment I'm looking for. I've read on Van. relocation message boards it's very metropolistic, but it's not as fast paced as other comparable cities.</p>

<p>Do you live in/near BC? I'm mean I've talked to a couple of people online but who actully goes through and talks about their city indepth with people on IM?! I've always wondered if it's really like what I've heard or is someone feedin' me a line?</p>

<p>Valerie
Thanks, for the lovely encouragement,
"I have always depended, on the kindness of strangers"<br>
Lol. and I have been wading my way throught through all the pertinent threads as much as possible to catch up.</p>