<p>Many of my students have had similar issues with their parents – you are definitely not the first to have this problem. A friend of my daughter’s is putting himself through college with no financial aid from his parents. They would be happy to pay the bills if he wanted to major in business, but drew the line at musical theater. I agree with NMR that much of the resistance probably comes from concern for your future. There is also the issue of ignorance about the world of theater. Some people – particularly men – just don’t get it because it’s unfamiliar to them. In many cases, I’ve seen parents do a total turn-around once they come to see their kids perform. Let’s hope that will be the case with your dad.</p>