Ever since I was a child, I have wanted to be an actor. No, I do not want to go to Hollywood and act in films. My desire is to act on the stage. I think that one must have real talent to act on the stage. Being a stage actor is also more rewarding because I can see and hear the response of the audience.
During our childhood, my brothers, sisters and I loved to act out stories and plays. Our parents and relatives always enjoyed our performances. Sometimes, the adults would join in.
I would always fight to be the lead actor. I found that I could act quite well, especially the role of the villain. It is the only time one is applauded for being nasty and cunning. I love applause and being in the limelight. This was how I realized what I wanted to be when I grew up.
I remember how I used my talent to play tricks on my family. Once, I pretended to have a terrible headache. My family was fooled by my excellent acting. My father was about to take me to the hospital when I burst out laughing. They were very angry with me. In this case, my talent got me into trouble because, after that, none of my family members believed it even when I was truly feeling unwell!
Throughout my school life, I grabbed every opportunity to be involved in anything to do with the stage. I was the president of the School Drama Society and I am now a member of the local youth drama club. I have performed in quite a number of plays and I have even written and produced a play. I am eager to learn everything I can about my chosen career.
My parents understand why I want to be an actor. They have given me a lot of encouragement. My younger sister hopes I will become famous one day so that she can share in my fame! My elder brother and sister doubt I will get far, not because they think I am not talented enough but more because plays are not that popular in Malaysia.
What my family members do not know is that I have great plans for my future. I hope to go to England to study drama and acting. By the time I graduate, I hope Indians will be more interested in plays.
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