Why Theatre Professionals Might Choose Trade School Over University

As I was finishing my undergraduate degree in Theatre in the late 1990s, I spent countless hours deciding which graduate program I should continue on with. If I was serious about a career in professional theatre and/or film and TV, it seemed more degrees were necessary. While the traditional university path does have its merits depending on a student's career goals, it is not the only way. For me, I'm so glad I opted to not continue any further in the world of academia. I've worked professionally in theatre for over 2 decades, been a part major music videos here…
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Welcome Michael Meyer to Academy of Make Up Arts

Academy of Make Up Arts is very excited to introduce the newest member of our team, Michael C. Meyer. Michael is currently the Director of Wig and Makeup at University of North Carolina School of the Arts. He will bid UNC farewell this summer in order to launch a wig design program here at AMUA this fall. Our newest program is designed entirely by Michael, who is a professionally qualified wig maker having over 30 years experience with wig design, period accurate wig styling, custom wig making, wig alterations, wig construction for film and stage, full lace wig making, custom switch making, and…
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