Personal Statement For Theater As A Theater State

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Personal Statement When I was in sixth grade I moved to a new state. This was a difficult time for me due to my family circumstances as well as personal ones. I was nervous going into middle school, especially since I didn 't know anyone. However, this school presented me with opportunities I 'd never been presented with before. I decided to explore my options and pursued theater. I auditioned for the spring play and received a minor role. Performing has become something I really enjoy doing. Ironically, I was very shy and very quiet, but through theater, I was able to open up more and develop confidence in myself and my abilities. Theater served as an outlet and helped me cope with the move and the difficulties my family was experiencing. …show more content…

While I want my major to be Psychology, theater is something I always want to be a part of. I have also considered getting a teaching degree so that I can teach a theater class when I 'm older. Theater has been my crutch throughout all of the difficulties I have faced with friends, family, and myself because it gave me something to look forward to and work hard for. Whenever I walk into our auditorium, I immediately feel at home. I discovered a lot about myself during my time backstage, and I never want to stop developing who I am and making myself a better …show more content…

This characteristic I possess is dedication. I believe it will help me become a better person. The challenges I have faced in my life have required a lot of dedication to being brave and strong. When I was eight years old my family moved not only to a new city, but a new state. It was a scary, but exciting experience for me that required a lot of bravery because I was leaving behind my grandmother, who I am very close to. I stayed brave by being open-minded during the move and viewed it as an adventure. While I was nervous to be the new kid at a new school, I did my best to make friends and do well in class. At home, things were sometimes stressful for my parents and I tried to be strong for them by being a peacemaker among my four

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