Well, I sure *hope* being called an artist doesn't make one sound kind of pretentious, 'cuz dude, that's my job title. Seriously, it is! So I'd say just graciously accept it as the compliment it surely is.

On dating other theatre majors: don't, if at all possible. Been there, done him. And have entertaining stories to tell about it, but really, it wasn't worth the aggro and I doubt it ever is.

Happy 21st! That makes you legal in all states, yes?

And good luck on apartment-acquisition. HUGE leap in the all-grown-up Dept.