I just came back from my first acting class.

So I hung out with a very old friend from high school a few weeks back, and currently he's taking a break from being a movie director. I mentioned my keen interest in acting and the mental effort it requires, etcetcetc (all true stuff) and he hooked me up with a friend of his who is a director and trains newbies, and handpicks them to recommend for play in local shows run by a big time director.
For a first lesson, it was cool! Very unofficial yet professional setting...this guy really knows how to put you on edge and bring out a side you never felt you could bring out. I just got my first script sent to me tonight....and next week I'd be showing off what little speck of acting talent I might possess.

Might drop LewEng a PM for some tips.