Career Questions tagged Performing Arts

What's it like to be an Art Director?
Hi all! I'm exploring career options and wondering if anyone is/was an Art Director and want to know the following 1.) a summary of what you do on the day-today 2.) Can you be an Art Director who has no technical art background but more of a business background, and 3.) What is the best career...

How should I choose a career that matches my personality?
I love singing and dancing and acting is what I've always wanted to do, but the acting business is hard and i don't know if i would make it. #film-acting #performing-arts #career...

Is it difficult being a professional actor/actress in this day-and-age?
I am a high school senior and am hoping to become a professional (paid) actress after I graduate college. I am planning on attending the University of North Dakota and majoring in Theatre Arts. But, will all that prepare me for 'the outside world'? How can it be done? #performing-arts #theatre...

What can I do to build my acting career(tv and film)? Start it off
I’m ambitious and I’m excited for opportunities #acting #film-acting #actors...

what type of responsibilities does someone in film editing hold?
How hard are these responsiblities? Do any of these responsibilities hold more importance then another? #film #movies #editing #film-editing #performing-arts # #television...

How can I get a career in acting and musicals?
I would love to perform as a career but I don’t know how or where I should go to do so. #performing-arts #acting...

What schooling did you take that helped with your career?

What training have you received that helps in your career?

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Where should I start to get a job?
This is my first time applying for a job I don't have much experience but I do know that I wanted to pursue a career in the performing arts where should I start? #first-job #theatre #help #job-applications #jobs #employment #performing-arts...

How does someone land a job on Broadway?
I work in technical theatre and I aspire to one day work on Broadway. After I earn my BFA I want to immediately start working. I want to know who to ask, who to call, who I need to know to land this dream job. I want to first just get a job running a show and prepping for shows and eventually...
#actor #performance #broadway #theatre #techie #theater #performing-arts #acting #drama

What secondary schools have the best or most acclaimed Technical Theatre Design and Production department
I plan on majoring in that field, I want a school that would grow my education instead of using my education as an excuse for free labor. I have a great standing knowledge on the matter, I want to earn expertise in this field. A school that starts with their student already knowing the basics....
#college #college-selection #art #theater-production #performance #theatre #theater #college-major #design #majoring-in-theatre #performing-arts #drama #production #stage-design

How can I access information about casting calls being held?

How would you get into the animation industry?
It feels like getting into the industry is a bit hard, so I was wondering if there was any tips on how to enter it. #film #performing-arts #animation #art...


what are the steps to be a famous singer??
I've always wanted to be a famous singer but i never know how .#singer #music #recording-arts #music-industry #performance #performing-arts #vocal...


Technology and Performing Arts
My father has tried to tell me that the opportunities for Performing Arts majors (vocal - opera singer) are significantly reduced in this day of technology and that less people are going to live performance. I disagree, but maybe he has a point and there will be less opportunities than...

How do I apply for grants for my dance ideas?
I will need #funds for my #dance company while I’m trying to get off the ground. #investment #performing-arts...

How can I pursue a dream in acting ?
I am currently a 12 grader and recently I discovered that I am very interested in an acting career but I don't really know how to start my way up to become an actor can any of you give any suggestions on how I should start? #acting #school #college-jobs #career #performing-arts #theater...

How can I be successful in Commercial Music?
I am going to major in Commercial Music #music #performing-arts...

What are the benefits of choosing an arts conservatory versus a liberal arts school with an arts program?
Trying to decide on conservatory versus liberal arts with a strong program. #performing-arts #music #college...

What classes in highschool should I take in order to be a musical choreographer.
I would like to be a musical theatre choreographer for shows and performances. #theatre #musical-theatre #dance #choreography #performing-arts...

Will it benefit me after graduating college with a BS in Dance if my school is in a large city?
How can I take advantage of the city’s performing Arts opportunities after graduating with a BS in dance? #dance...

What was the most rewarding thing you experienced in a performance or in an audition?
I want to be able to gauge my success better and not just focus on getting into a show or getting a rather large applause. I want to be able to see how other performers view achievements and be able to grow and reflect on that. #vocal #performing-arts #success #voice #music...

What is the greatest challenge you’ve faced as a vocal performance major and how did you overcome it?
I am going to major in vocal performance in college after I graduate. There are many perceived challenges of the field but I want to know what problems arise. I would like to be better prepared. #vocalperformance #voice #opera #challenges #music...

What is a theater college like?
I ask this because I had no idea what it was going to be like going into high school knowing no one. The high school I went to for Freshmen year was a school the was for 6-12 grade so most people in my classes knew each other. I was lucky to go to a theater school so almost everyone was nice. I...

What types of careers should i explore if i want to become a actress when i grow up?
I'm asking because i want to be on the right path to succeed in my career. #hollywood #acting...