It’s pretty hard for me to pinpoint a single thing about the London trip that I loved the most. The scenery, both in the city and the countryside, was magnificent and breathtaking, and the history was richer than anything I’ve ever seen in the states. The food was delicious, and the people were kind and friendly, but the main thing I took away from this trip was what I gained from seeing the theatre. Not so much the simple joy and happiness from simply seeing a show, but something a bit more exciting.

I was inspired by every show I saw over in London. As a student actor, there are plenty of rough times, and it’s easy to get disheartened. But every little doubt I had about my career was washed away the second the current rose for our very first show. The actors were on a completely new level, bringing me both tears of joy and sadness. They weren’t flawless by any means, but they were astounding. As the current fell, I felt a raging fire in my chest. While I did enjoy my stay in London, I now had an urge to return home. I wanted to start working again, improving and turning myself into a better actor. These professionals were like deity’s to me, and I wanted to be on their level more than anything.

In the end, I left London with many things; New memories, new pictures, new friends, and a new incentive to continue acting. And I wouldn’t trade these things for the rest of the world.