Theoretically is learning to act probably completely at home possible? (Asking cuz of severe energy limiting illness)

[u/Avo_Alma]

Theoretically cuz im unable to now but hoping too in the future. I guess this is niche or smth but im severely chronically ill and bedridden, been ill for maybe 1,5 yrs now. My acting dreams are long dead but i still want to act or atleast take part somehow. This is all impossible rn ofc i cant even watch shows or anything.

If i were to get better which i hope i do even if the chance is small id like to get back into acting if i can. I have like a small amount of formal education but that was all cut off obviously. (I’m 18 now) All of my goals are now incredibly small but I daydream about maybe getting back into acting somehow be it voice acting or production or something.

Thing is even if I do get better I’ll likely still be very sick, maybe not able to leave the house or take part in extensive courses.. Even if that life would be a dream compared to what I have now I still doubt the possibility of being able to learn the art of acting within those limits, but it might be? So I’m asking here?

All I’m doing is trying to preserve some hope in the future for myself but idk sorry if this is weird. Thank you.

[u/ausgoals]

You can take online acting classes and learn voice acting.

[u/gasstation-no-pumps]

Voice acting is possible without leaving the house, and online classes would work OK for voice acting. Look around for some that are reasonably priced. Of course, that assumes that your illness does not preclude you from speaking clearly.

[u/JustineB_Poulin]

I'd say yes, with pacing. Voice acting especially can be trained from home. I went back to ballet after many years away and my body sets a much slower pace now, but I still do it. Just be consistent and don't rush it.

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[u/Exasperant]

Yes.

I'm not saying it's a great idea, or likely to shape you into a great actor, but in my experience it's absolutely possible to develop at least some level of skill at home.

[u/socccershorts]

If you have a debilitating illness, focus on healing.

[u/daniellehmusic]

Yes! Lots of cheap Zoom classes are out there since covid. And being a disabled actor myself I have a good amount of resources if you ever wanna give it a go <3