Competition for spots in arts programs

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Path to stardom starts with an exam

The tough testing process is for high school hopefuls who want to get on a university course that will set them on a path to becoming actors, TV presenters, musicians, dancers and painters. Competition is fierce and the chances of success are slim, with experts warning that even those who are accepted face a struggle to find regular work after graduation. More...

No cosmetic surgery for budding actors

The performance institute of Beijing Film Academy plans to ban candidates who have undergone cosmetic surgery or have tattoos from enrollment. Many people are in favor of the institute's decision, saying plastic surgery is against the principle of fairness and justice. More...

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