Acting

Creating A Successful Self-Produced Show; Interview With NYFA Graduate Corey Scott Rutledge
January 30, 2015 | Acting

Creating A Successful Self-Produced Show; Interview With NYFA Graduate Corey Scott Rutledge

NYFA: Can you tell us a bit about yourself, your background, and what first got you interested in acting (and graphic design)? Corey Scott Rutledge: I grew up in Southeast…

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MA vs. MFA Acting: Which is Best?
January 21, 2015 | Acting

MA vs. MFA Acting: Which is Best?

It’s a question many prospective acting students consider at some point in the college decision making process – when it comes to MA vs. MFA acting, which is best? On…

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Robert De Niro’s Top Five Acting Roles
January 9, 2015 | Acting

Robert De Niro’s Top Five Acting Roles

Robert De Niro, considered one of Hollywood’s greatest performers—living or dead—is something of an acting paradox. While some of the best actors completely disappear into their roles to the point…

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BA vs BFA Acting: Which is Best?
December 18, 2014 | Acting

BA vs BFA Acting: Which is Best?

Given that there’s only a single letter between them, it’s not surprising that many people have trouble discerning the difference between a BA vs a BFA Acting degree. To add…

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December 11, 2014 | Acting

Top 5 Most Nightmarish Directors in Film History

From extremely dangerous stunts or shooting in warzones and/or environmentally hostile locations, there are more than a few things that can threaten a film crew’s physical wellbeing and sanity. Worst…

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“All Child Actors Go Nuts” – Dispelling the Myths of Child Acting
December 9, 2014 | Acting

“All Child Actors Go Nuts” – Dispelling the Myths of Child Acting

Given that we run one of the country’s best acting camps for kids, we’re naturally keen to promote child acting in a positive way and educate the public on the…

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The Life and Films of Mike Nichols
November 20, 2014 | Acting

The Life and Films of Mike Nichols

Oscar-winning—no, scratch that, EGOT-winning Mike Nichols died this week at the age of 83. A great loss for the world of stage and screen, Mike Nichols will undoubtedly go down…

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How to Find a Kick-Ass Acting Agent
November 19, 2014 | How To's

How to Find a Kick-Ass Acting Agent

No matter whether you’re an amateur trying to break into the industry, newly graduated or still working towards your BFA in acting, you’ll need an agent. A good one. Trying…

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How To Decide If A BFA Acting Degree Is Right For You
November 13, 2014 | How To's

How To Decide If A BFA Acting Degree Is Right For You

Did you know that the BFA degree has only existed as we know it today since 1971? As the traditional degree choice for students wishing to receive education in the…

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