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Starting drama school tips:
- prep food in advance. Big pots if chilli etc. Shove it in the freezer for easy dinners.
- keep what makes you unique. Accent/gender/size whatever. Don't change it because someone said you won't work - it's what makes you special
- prep food in advance. Big pots if chilli etc. Shove it in the freezer for easy dinners.
- keep what makes you unique. Accent/gender/size whatever. Don't change it because someone said you won't work - it's what makes you special
- get a water bottle and use it. Don't let yourself get dehydrated.
- make notes in a way that suits you, not everyone learns the same way. Record sessions, take photos etc.
- label your clothing. Black jumpers all look alike.
- sleep is a healer of all things, prioritise it.
- make notes in a way that suits you, not everyone learns the same way. Record sessions, take photos etc.
- label your clothing. Black jumpers all look alike.
- sleep is a healer of all things, prioritise it.
- so what if everyone does that song/monologue. Do it and do it your way.
- forgive yourself for not being perfect. You are human, you make mistakes.
- you are paying the school. They provide you with a service. If you are not getting value, tell them. Band together and be loud.
- forgive yourself for not being perfect. You are human, you make mistakes.
- you are paying the school. They provide you with a service. If you are not getting value, tell them. Band together and be loud.
- agree as a cast who will contact casting directors for shows, don't all message them.
- your mental health is just as vital as your physical. Chat to @IndustryMindsUK if you need support.
- don't try and be Tom Hardy/ any other celebrity. They do that. You be you.
- your mental health is just as vital as your physical. Chat to @IndustryMindsUK if you need support.
- don't try and be Tom Hardy/ any other celebrity. They do that. You be you.
- to those with boobs - get more than one good sports bra and wash it often.
- Your. Teachers. Can. Be. Wrong. Art is subjective; listen, learn, adapt. But don't throw out the baby with the bathwater. Don't put your self esteem into the hands of others.
- Your. Teachers. Can. Be. Wrong. Art is subjective; listen, learn, adapt. But don't throw out the baby with the bathwater. Don't put your self esteem into the hands of others.
- Practice good communication, esp among housemates. Passive aggression leads to resentment and doesn't change the loo roll. Talk to them with words, not notes.
- you are in control of your reactions, but not much else. You decide how to behave, don't give that power to others.
- you are in control of your reactions, but not much else. You decide how to behave, don't give that power to others.
- they didn't make a mistake, you are good enough to be there. You are awesome and you can do this. #dramaschool #tips #acting #acting
A small addition - get a vitimin D supplement. As we come into winter, long days and no sun do not a happy actor make. The spray is an excellent choice.
This has really blown up! I'm so glad so many people resonate with this thread. Best of luck to those starting out, take a deep breath and try to stay present. It won't always be easy, but the important things never are. Everything passes, so take lots of photos!
