New York Film Academy vs. AMDA

College Majors Musical Theater Major
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<p>Hi everyone!
I'm looking at two schools for their two year conservatory musical theatre program, but I have found so many bad reviews about both schools, so I'm getting really nervous about it.
Does anyone here go to these schools or know of anyone who is in it, and could give me some advice?? </p>

<p>I want to become a professional actress and a singer. I have good singing training but not as much in acting. Since I live in Iceland I just want to attend a two year program in New York and see how I like it and after that getting a BA(BFA) if I need it. </p>

<p>Also, do you know how competitive these schools are, and if it is hard to get in even if you are talented or experienced?</p>

<p>Please share your experiences! :)</p>

<p>Thanks so much!</p>

<p>Mar</p>

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<p>There are many threads on here about AMDA that speak to its reputation and selectivity (or lack thereof, depending on who you ask)…I am unsure about the other program. The most important thing people need to know about AMDA is that they are not accredited by regional accrediting agencies universally recognized in higher education in the United States…so any “credit hours” you take there will not transfer should you decide to pursue a degree elsewhere. Any “degree” you obtain from AMDA is not going to be recognized by accredited institutions of higher education. Do your research - there are MANY programs out there (both audition and non-audition) that might be a better choice for you.</p>

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<p>Hi Maria,</p>

<p>My name is Marissa and I am a staff member at the New York Film Academy. We are a world renowned Musical Theatre, Film and Acting for Film School with locations all over the world.</p>

<p>Located right in the beautiful downtown neighborhood in Battery Park, our Musical Theatre School consists of distinguished faculty with Broadway experience and head chair of the department, Mark Olsen.</p>

<p>The Two Year Conservatory Musical Theatre program combines aspects from the filmmaking and acting for film programs to enhance students’ overall musical theatre education and experience. The course is designed for individuals who have completed the first year of the Musical Theatre Conservatory program.</p>

<p>Students will participate in a wide array of core courses that include, but are not limited to the following: Acting Technique, Ballet, Jazz & Theatre Dance, Music Theory & Sight Singing, Voice Studio Lab, Song Interpretation, Private Voice Instruction and so much more. Students also have the unique opportunity to collaborate with Broadway experienced instructors and perform in a short musical film production and/or live stage presentation.</p>

<p>In addition to Musical Theatre, the New York Film Academy offers a variety of degrees, 1 & 2 year conservatory programs and short-term workshops in Filmmaking, Acting for Film, Photography, Producing, Cinematography, Screenwriting, 3D Animation, Game Design, Music Video, Broadcast Journalism, Documentary Filmmaking and Digital Editing. Students can also choose to study at our locations outside of New York City, that include: Los Angeles, Abu Dhabi, Australia, Harvard University, Miami, Disney Studios, Harvard University, Florence, Paris, China, Japan, India, Indonesia and Russia.</p>

<p>For more information about the New York Film Academy, please feel free to email me at <a href=“mailto:marketing@nyfa.edu”>marketing@nyfa.edu</a> or call +1 (212) 674-4300 to speak with an admissions representative!</p>

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