Acting

No, one can always get a job without a degree as well. It is always suggested to gain experience working with local production houses, or take up acting classes or workshops from non-degree educational institutes.

While prior experience can be beneficial,  it's not always mandatory. Many courses cater to beginners, providing a foundation in the fundamentals of acting. However, some advanced programs might require previous acting experience or completion of specific foundation courses.

In India, there are various colleges and institutes offering Acting courses, a few of them are:

• Take One School of Mass Communication
• AJK Mass Communication Research Centre
• Asian Institute of Industrial Technology
• Asian Academy of Film and Television
• New Delhi YMCA 
• National School of Drama

Yes,  some acting courses in India offer opportunities for specialisation in specific areas of acting or related disciplines. For example, students may choose to focus on method acting,  classical theatre, musical theatre, film acting, or voice acting,  depending on the available options within the curriculum.

Yes, most acting courses in India emphasize practical training and hands-on experience. Students often participate in acting workshops, rehearsals, performances, and film projects to apply the techniques and theories they learn in class. Practical experience is essential for honing acting skills and preparing students for real-world acting opportunities.

The duration of Acting courses depends on the type of programme you pursue. While Acting certificate courses are usually of three-six months,  the duration of diploma programmes typically ranges from one-two year. On the other hand, the Acting degree course duration can go up to three years.

Acting course curriculums typically cover a broad range of subjects aimed at developing students' acting skills and knowledge of the performing arts. These may include acting techniques, voice modulation, movement and gesture, improvisation, character analysis, script interpretation, theatre history, and stagecraft.

Eligibility criteria vary depending on the institution and the level of the course. Generally, most acting courses in India accept students who have completed their high school education  (10+2) or equivalent. Some institutions may also require applicants to undergo an audition or interview process to assess their aptitude for acting.

Filmmaking and theatre are both art forms that tell stories through the use of visual images and dialogue. However, there are some key differences between the two mediums.