Meet your neighbor: John Bivins
Published 2:29 pm Tuesday, February 8, 2011
- PCHS student John Bivins recently brought home five medals and a scholarship to the New York Film Academy from the International Modeling Talent Association competition.
“It was great! The best week of my life, I want to go back. To tell the truth, I didn’t want to leave,” John Bivins said of his experience at the International Modeling Talent Association (IMTA) competition. He took home five medals, a scholarship to the prestigious New York Film Academy, and great memories. “I made many new friends… The trip was an adventure of a lifetime.”
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When did you learn you wanted to be an actor? “When I was nine years old. I was always able to perform in front of people and make them laugh. I joined PCHS theater department in my sophomore year, solidifying my love for acting and performing”
Bivins was invited to the IMTA by Jeremy Gossett, head of his high school’s drama department. Since this is PCHS’s first year at the competition, Gossett wanted to bring his best actors and actresses.
Who are your favorite actors or actresses? Actors that inspire Bivins include:
Will Smith — for his family-friendly acting; Antwone Fisher — for his superb acting and realism of his portrayal of characters and Chris Tucker — “just for the fact he’s my favorite comedian and everything he’s in is hilarious.”
Why choose such a competitive field when the chance of making it big is one in a million? “I’ve always been told that I’m a great actor and comedian and when I went to the competition everyone told me that I have a real shot at being that [one in a million.] I am just going to keep doing my best and keep trying hard and praying.”
Any advice for aspiring actors/entertainers? “Stick to your dreams. Don’t ever let anyone tell you that you’re not good. Always follow your heart and the rest will come to you.”
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Anyone you would to thank for your recent opportunities? “I would like to thank Mayor Bill Hereford, Hill Baptist Church, and Novena Baptist Church for all of their prayer’s and support. I would also like to thank Royal Meats for their support.”