Advice for HS freshman

hammer1234
Thu, 10 May 2012 08:53:51 +0000

Would like to get some planning advice from Theater majors…

My D is currently a HS freshman who is interested in pursuing an acting career. Grades are pretty solid so far and she has been involved in the school drama program since 6th grade. Only problem I see is that she has not been able to get leading roles in any of the school plays, and it appears that the Theater teacher has one student who she gives leading roles to every time (she is talented so I can understand). Unfortunately I don’t see that situation changing. She’s not always placed in ensemble roles and her auditions usually go well, so i think she’s doing well in Theater…it’s just that she doesn’t get the top roles.

Will my D need to get leading roles in HS plays in order to get serious consideration in a decent university Theater program, or will consistent involvement in the school theater program and a good recommendation be sufficient?

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