INTERVIEW: Jim Parsons on what he thinks of the HFPA's support (Footage by WireImage Video/GettyImages)

The speaker shares their background in acting and education, highlighting the role of scholarships and non-profit theater work in their journey. They express excitement about participating in a pre-professional education grant presentation. The speaker also recalls their first on-stage experience in first grade, playing the Cola Cola Bird in 'The Elephant's Child,' and reflects on how home video footage helped preserve those memories.

What aspect of the speaker's education was supported by scholarships?

• Dance classes

• Acting studies

• Music studies

• Visual arts

What role did the speaker play in their first on-stage experience?

• The Giraffe

• The Lion

• The Cola Cola Bird

• The Elephant

What material was used to make the speaker's costume for their first performance?

• Cotton

• Construction paper

• Wool

• Silk

How did the speaker describe the effect of home video footage on their memory?

• It made the memories less clear

• It helped preserve the memories

• It erased the memories

• It had no effect

What type of camera was used to record the speaker's first performance?

• Smartphone camera

• Polaroid camera

• Digital camera

• 8 millimeter camera