I miss my Drama 130A class. It was definitely one of the most scariest classes I have ever took to push and challenge myself as a performer/actor. I am glad that I took it with Adrian because he still scares the bejezzes out of me because he looks intimidating and he’s honest about what he sees and such. I was really struggling through out the 5 weeks to be the best that I can be because it is intermediate acting, it’s no longer I can wing my way through this. I have to be prepared and I have to know my goals, objectives and beats. I have to know what my character wants, how am I going to affect my scene partner, what are the thoughts running though my mind, and how do I know if I do get what I want from my scene partner.
I’m happy to say that during my last scene work, he was able to give me good criticism as well as the news that has probably given me new confidence in my acting. All along I have been waiting for someone credible to tell me that “Jessica you are good at acting” in order to pursuit this passion. I have never been able to keep up with others in my class who may have performed in more shows than I have. All I had were my high school class and a desire and curiosity to be good at this craft.
It really meant a lot to me when he said, “You have good instincts, just slow down your moments.” Because one, he would not just say it to everyone in the class and two, he is honest and would never jerk you around like that. He has renewed my faith in my acting and this is what I strive for.
Last year I hesitated to sign up for Mega Auditions for UCI, this year I screamed when I recieved the e-mail to notify students to sign up. I signed up in a heartbeat. I want to perform on stage with my fellow peers this year. I want to make it happen. I am going to make it happen this year. Small or big part, I just want to be up there.
