So Many Acting B.A.'s, So Few Paying Gigs

m_amp_sdad
Wed, 07 Dec 2005 21:34:48 +0000

Monydad,

To me it’s a question of degree.

A kid may be doing all kinds of ECs, including dabbling in art, dance, etc. If that child isn’t really sure what he/she wants to do and says “maybe I’ll go to art school” I could see why there would be reservations.

On the other hand, if this activity is their all consuming passion through HS, a parent shouldn’t be surprised if the child wants to continue that passion after high school, especially if they attended an arts high schools or received commendation at a state or national level.