Being in the theatre world. Your told that your career path is "fun". People fear the thought of loving what you do for a living. If you're passionate about something I believe you should pursue it as a carer. No matter how "risky" it may seem. And lets just be honest even if we play it safe, everything in this world, every career is risky in this economy. So your better off spending your days in bliss rather than misery.
But the world of theatre is much more than a career its a lifestyle. It's the act of doing and believing what you're doing.
This is the world where your imagination turns to reality, where you start to dream while your wide awake. I have NEVER felt more alive than when I am immersed in the world of theatre. I like to stay on my feet in this industry. Its very easy to lose sight of that. Yeah, you can read Shakespeare or Wilder, but its even more exciting to be one of the characters that they developed in their plays and make it your own.
I look at everyday as a play, I think about lighting and scenery all throughout my day. I am constantly thinking of ways to express my craft in my everyday life. I was scared when I changed my major in college, because there was a lot of doubt. Not in my mind, but in others that were around me, and I was afraid that I would fail without the support. But once the change was made and I committed myself to it and kept pursing it, everyone got on board. Your friends and family will eventually get on board as well. But until then fight for your dreams, and achieve the goals you have set. I could think of many paths I could have taken, but I am very honored that I chose the World of Theatre to be my world.
