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What is so good about WAAPA!!!

Thu, 8 Dec 2005, 01:16 am
Walter Plinge59 posts in thread
Can i ask why there is so much fuss over getting into WAAPA.....?
Is it really the be all and end all of our insudtry?
Opinions.......!!!!

Whats so good about WAAPA

Fri, 16 June 2006, 12:04 pm
Walter Plinge
I am amazed that there is so much debate about the success of one school and its students. Hugh Jackman's success is incredible - but many of his students of 94 are still working actors. Their faces may not be splashed across the international screen but most are treading the boards, working in TV, writing etc. Dominic Purcell (began in class of 94- completed studies later) and is now forging a successful career U.S. Marty Dennis (did not complete the course) is a successful Film writer (Erskinville Kings etc). Wadih works largely in theatre - STC etc. Lisa Baumwal was a regular cast member of TV - Big Sky. Jenny Priest was a regular on TV - Pig's Breakfast. Christie Sistrunk is a regular in TV-Lockie Leonard due to be released. All of these and more have been working since graduating. The school is a brilliant training ground - so if you aspire - go for it! However, there are many who have found alternate paths in schools overseas or within Australia. There is no right way!

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What is so good about WAAPA!!!Walter Plinge8 Dec 2005
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