Acting schools like AMDA... are there any??

i'm not sure whether you're looking at their straight acting program or their MT program, but if you're looking at MT, maybe consider Boston Conservatory. they DO make you do SOME academics in order to fulfill a BFA degree, but not as much as if you went to a regular liberal arts college. there is no math/science (i don't think) and i believe that all your academic classes are somewhat theatre-related which is a good foundation. BoCo only has MT though - no straight acting.

also, check out American Academy of the Dramatic Arts, i have a friend who went there who LOVED it -- and i'm pretty sure it has a better reputation than AMDA.

there are also some other programs in NYC you might want to look into - Neighborhood Playhouse and Circle In The Square, and a few others.

i might think of a few more suggestions, these are just the ones i came up with off the top of my head.

good luck!
maggie

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i went to AMDA and loved it. most of my friends that went there have jobs now. it really prepares for the real world of auditioning and performing. some people don't like it. but i find that those are usually the people who can't take the pressure. the teachers are amazing. the classes are amazing. of course some teachers are better than others, but you're going to find that anywhere you go.

but i also think that the American Academy of the Dramatic Arts is a great option. i think it all depends on the individual. some people that i know that went to A.A.D.A., didn't like it, so they switched to AMDA and were much happier. however some people really like A.A.D.A.

hope that helps!