Depending on what your interest in theater is, I always recommend working on plays. It's a great way to be introduced to the field, and also a great way to be seen by agents and representation. I'm also a great advocate for studying acting at a drama school or a college.

Career
Ejiofor made his film debut in the television film Deadly Voyage in 1996. Ejiofor appeared alongside John Cusack in the 2009 film 2012. His father was killed but Ejiofor survived despite being badly injured receiving the scars on his forehead.

He has received numerous acting awards and nominations including the 2006 BAFTA Awards Rising Star three Golden Globe Awards' nominations and the 2008 Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor for his performance in Othello. oʊfɔr/ CHEW-i-tel EJ-i-oh-for; born 10 July 1977) is a British actor.