Out of all the acting programs out here in Canada that I had applied for, VADA is the only academy that was genuinely concerned for my well being as a person, as well as the most direct in helping me on the journey towards my acting goals. One of the most interesting and helpful experiences that separate this program from the rest of the acting programs in Vancouver is the Field Trip to Hollywood, Los Angeles in which we attended intensive workshops with directors, producers, writers, actors, and casting directors. I learned so many tools of the trade from these veterans, including the reality of the industry and being able to get a good taste of the experience of being in LA.

I wanted to say how much I enjoyed the Casting Director Workshop with Catharine Falcon. She was awesome! Very informative. She answered all the questions in a real and practical way. Giving us great detail and information that will be very useful to us. Being able to see the inside scoop into the casting director process was very cool. Catharine got rid of any misconceptions and fillers that we may have wanted to bring into an audition room floor and really showed us what to focus on to have a smooth and successful audition, to walk into those doors being authentic and allow ourselves to deliver our best work. I felt I became a better actor from the experience as a whole being around other dedicated actors and seeing them handle their own pressure, then deliver. Sometimes creating the right platform and setting the stage is what really allows an actor to bring out his best and that’s why I was very thankful to have walked through those doors at VADA and studied to become an actor.

I would highly recommend VADA to any actor. The classes are well structured with key learning objectives that are both practical and technique based. If you’re looking for a creative, fun, and safe learning environment augmented by guidance from knowledgeable and experienced instructors, look no further than the Vancouver Academy of Dramatic Arts.

I attended my first Casting Director Workshop with Catharine Falcon through VADA and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience! Catherine Falcon was so supportive & encouraging to all the actors as well as, so open/honest with the do & don’t list for actors during auditions. This Workshop is such a valuable experience towards my craft & compliments the acting classes I’m currently taking at VADA. I would encourage any actors who are wondering whether they should attend Casting Director Workshops to go for it!

The acting camp at VADA was very informative and has changed the way I think about acting. The camp has a small number of students who all want to be there, making it a great experience to be a part of. Because of the small class size, you also get a lot of feedback on your own acting, which can help a lot.