If you’re stepping into 2026 with that fire to grow as an actor—but your bank account is giving you a hard “no”—you’re not alone. Big-city rent is real, 9–5 life is real, and acting classes can feel out of reach. But guess what? You don’t need to wait for the “perfect” financial moment to feel like an actor again. You can create your own classes. Yup. Really. All you need is a small group of hungry actors, a living room, a camera, and the willingness to show up. This is how you stay in the craft—even when life is expensive.