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15 out of 16 people found this review useful.
Simeon from Rock Hill, SC
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot The Training at this institution is incredibly educating. The instructors are industry professionals who have known this business for years. At AMDA you get the foundation you need as an artist to succeed in the industry. The coursework is very intense and is backed by a rigorous syllabus that is awesome for your artist development. You learn so much about your craft, and the business aspect of what we call SHOW BUSINESS.
Am enjoying being here I am truly enjoying my time at AMDA the intensity of the program is what i need to learn as an artist. The atmosphere at the institution is great. You get to know the feeling of what true professionals deal with on a day to day basis. The city is AWESOME! Being in the heart of Manhattan is nothing short of amazing, you see your dreams right before your eyes each day.
Bang for the buck As a student if you put your best foot forward in this program your money will be worth all of that and more. As a student at AMDA you have to make up in your mind to how serious you are about this art, in order to receive all that you need to gain at this institution. The instructors will only push you so much, it's up to you to take the torch and run with it. One thing that we were always asked was Is this craft your hobby, or your career?. When you think of that question and exactly what it means this will drive you insane to put your best foot forward for your money.
Tips for prospective students If your ready for the real world of professional show business don't delay audition and try your best to get in. This is a fabulous place to be, to learn, and better your art in order to make a foot print in the industry.
Great for these types of students AMDA is great for those students who can see themselves doing nothing else in life but performing, writing, directing, casting, or producing. If you can see yourself doing anything else in the back of your mind don't waste your time or your money with this institution.
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3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
Robyn from Yuma, AZ
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot AMDA is a fantastic school to hone your craft. The faculty is full of outstanding working professionals who know the ins and outs of the business because they have firsthand experience. There is a copious amount of resources at your disposal. The course is intense and not for slackers. There is a lot expected from you and if you work hard to achieve you will be rewarded.
Am enjoying being here I have been lucky enough to experience both the Hollywood and New York campuses. The two cities both have countless opportunities for learning because you are in the center of everything. In New York you can walk to times square and get student rush tickets for a show which are very reasonably priced, the school even gives out free tickets on occasion. The New York dorms are two blocks from central park which is a great place to just escape and work on homework. The Los Angeles school is a block away from Hollywood Boulevard and the Pantages Theatre is right down the street. Theatre Row is also not far, it's a simple trip on the Metro or Bus Line. Being centrally located is a great advantage and a necessary asset for this career.
Bang for the buck The school is a bit pricey, at times you may find yourself wondering why you're paying that much. I look back on my personal growth over my past three semesters and I know I am certainly getting my money's worth.
Tips for prospective students Soak in everything! Take notes in every class and use your resources! It's not only the teachers you can learn from but the students. The least exploited resource at school is the students, they are full of fresh knowledge as well, learn from them!
Great for these types of students Passionate people who care about the art of what they are doing. People willing to take risks and fall on their face then get right back up. Students ready to work and take everything they can get!
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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Amanda from Bennington, VT
Reviewer is A past student here.
Categories Rating Comments Did learn a lot My two years in the conservatory program were amazing! I learned so much about all three aspects of musical theater performance: singing, acting, dancing. The teachers are all phenomenal and are working professionals, which means they know what's going on in the business these days. The most important thing you need to know is that you get out of AMDA what you put into it! You have to be willing to work hard and you must be dedicated otherwise this is not the school for you!
Did enjoy being here I studied at the NY campus, which was extremely useful for this profession. I got to see a ton of Broadway shows, especially since AMDA always has free tickets to different theater shows.
Bang for the buck The dorms in NY are not the best I will say that, but again you are studying in NYC.
Tips for prospective students Take advantage of the special classes and extra study reviews the faculty offer.
Great for these types of students Students who love to perform more than anything! If you love to do something else or you are not 100% sure you want to be onstage or behind the scenes, then you should look at other schools.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Juanita from Brooklyn, NY
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot I am so ready to start in the fall!!!! I have been researching this school for a year and and half now!!! I cant wait to get my foot int the door. And knowing that so many people that has attended this school has made a name for themselves makes me very hopeful!
Will enjoy being here Its NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES!!!
Bang for the buck They know how to buy a girl. that's all I gotta say.
Tips for prospective students If this is what you want to do then go into it with all of you.
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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Aviona from Seattle, WA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I went into this not having any dance experience and came out of my first year with a better understanding of spacial awareness and myself. This program is all about learning about who you are and what you are capable of doing.
Am enjoying being here New York is an amazing city. The teachers are engaging. You will enjoy the things they have to teach while spending your down time in the city.
Tips for prospective students Make sure you know if this is indeed what you want to do with your life, you have to be extremely committed and want it more than life itself.
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2 out of 4 people found this review useful.
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0 out of 1 people found this review useful.
Stephanie from Lakewood, WA
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1 out of 3 people found this review useful.
Grant from Chesterfield, MO
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1 out of 5 people found this review useful.
Amanda from Yucca Valley, CA
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot AMDA is made for those who want to mainly study the ARTS
Am enjoying being here Right in the Heart of Hollywood!! Couldn't ask for a better place to study my main interest!
Tips for prospective students I've just started but am so excited about being here!
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Amy from Canada
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences The teachers at both campuses are fantastic, with very few exceptions. However, the administration is a mess and could use some work as far as communication between departments.
Tips for prospective students If you're looking for a more 'vocational school' type experience, this is a great school to look into. However, if you're looking for serious gen-ed credits to balance out your schedule AMDA may not be the school for you. You get out of it what you put into it.
Academic Rigor The gen-ed credits are very much geared towards the performing arts student and in some ways, the classes are dumbed down.
Dorm Life The NY housing could use some work as far as cleanliness, however, there are single rooms available. The LA housing is cleaner and roomier, however, there are no single rooms.
Food and Dining There is no cafeteria. The cafe food is good but a little pricey.
What to do for fun The NY campus is close to every theatre on Broadway and right across the street from the Lincoln Center/Met Opera/NYC Ballet. It's a fantastic location. The LA campus is in the heart of Hollywood near several parks, the farmers market, and the Arclight movie Theater.
Bang for the buck It is quite pricey, but again. What you put into it is what you get out of it. There are great libraries at both locations and plenty of studio space to take advantage of.
Great for these types of students It's great for hard, independent workers.
Clubs and Activities The LA campus holds a cafe/cabaret series, BFA straight play and musical, student written one acts, student vision, gospel choir, student liaison/council. The NY campus, home to the conservatory program only, has the cafe series, dance workshop and showcases.
Campus Safety There are plenty of security guards however, ID's are not consistently checked.
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Rick from Everett, WA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences It's a very small but interactive school and you will be getting lots of individual work which will make you excel in whatever performance based career you plan on doing.
Tips for prospective students You must have confidence in yourself and be ready to work. They don't want students that aren't serious. Too many talented people that are serious that you will stand out and make a fool out of yourself if you aren't ready to start your career.
Academic Rigor You will be required to take 5 classes per semester (15 credits) and you aren't allowed to miss 5 classes or you fail the class which includes being sick.
Dorm Life They have 6 different residental buildings that are like apartment style. You could have from 1-5 roommates depending on your room size and they all have something different about each building.
Food and Dining They have a cafe on campus that has literally everything and there is also grocery stores/drug stores close by for food inside your room.
Campus Safety 24 hour security! You have a person checking IDs right when you walk into a residental building, they have police officers on bikes roaming campus and you can have an escort to class from apts or from class to apts.
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Jamal from Baton Rouge, LA
Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has not been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences this school seems like the place for me! every time i log onto a digital media site, another student is being featured in some sort of production. i am so excited to start this summer.
Tips for prospective students this school is for those who are only very serious about becoming a true artist. if not, then you are only wasting your time.
Academic Rigor academics at amda are of course based on your performance levels, self improvement, and dedication. you really have to start on top of your game.
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