Help me fund my Actors Program journey

Hi there!

My name is Ilana,

After two intense but fulfilling auditions, I got accepted into the acting course of my dreams, 'The Actor's Program' in Auckland, taught by highly acclaimed professionals working in the industry and which has a high rate of actor success.

Since moving to NZ from the UK in November 2021 (as a dual citizen) and whilst working two part-time jobs, I have been looking to continue to progress my acting career, after completing the LAMDA Foundation course in the UK.

There are only 18 people accepted onto this programme each year, so I feel very fortunate to have been offered a place and the training is highly personal and individual.

But, there's a catch. As incredible as this course is, it unfortunately is not accepted by student finance, so I'm left to figure out a way of raising $13,500 (+GST) for fees. I am able to continue to work during the course, as it runs Monday-Thursday, to cover my living expenses, but I am asking for anything you are able to give, to help me pay my fees and realise my dreams, even just sharing this page helps! Thank you so much in advance - I really hope to be able to give back to the New Zealand Arts community in the future.