After thoroughly researching many dramatic arts schools, I decided that the Vancouver Academy of Dramatics Arts (VADA) was the school for me! VADA had a six month course which I felt would give me just the right amount of time to decide whether or not this profession was truly my interest in life. I was also impressed by the clientele that had gone to the school and were now actively working in the industry in blockbuster films.
The Program
On my first day at VADA I had no expectations coming in. I had no idea what to expect so I just kept an open mind. I truly feel it helped me to let loose and be up for anything. I found the best part of the program was that everyday you improved and since you had such a feeling of accomplishment you actually enjoyed the classes and the learning process. However, I must admit that I did not enjoy failing the first couple of months which lead me to second guess my decision of even going into acting. After that, I was grateful that the course prepared me for the real world of acting. I learned lots of skills such as cold reads and how to attack a script which gave me more confidence in my craft.
I also liked the fact that the class sizes were small as I found you received more one on one time with the teachers. They were very approachable and easy to learn from. When you had any concerns they were extremely easy to talk to, willing to donate their time, and would do whatever it took to help you grow in your acting. Each teacher has there own style of teaching and therefore you received a variety of skills to use. As I only had high school drama for any previous experience, I found the program to be extremely helpful in assisting me to achieve my dreams of acting.
I find that now I have completed the course I can analyze scripts, break the characters down, and memorize my lines ten times easier.
The Verdict
I would definitely recommend VADA to anyone who is interested in acting classes. The school taught me a lot about the industry as well as many skills I didn’t think I needed to know. I find that now I have completed the course, I can analyze scripts, break down characters, and memorize my lines ten times easier. I find that the skills I learned at VADA are shaping me to fulfill my ultimate goal of being on a television series. If you asked me if I had any regrets I would have to say that during the first few months I don’t think I put my all into the course, feeling a bit overwhelmed. I would have put more time and energy into the beginning months as I don’t think I tried as hard as I could have. All in all my experience at VADA was eye opening, motivating, challenging, and has made me become the actress I am today.
(2 votes, average: 1.00 out of 5)
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