Liberty County resident Sideeq Heard, a sophomore studying theater arts and acting at Howard University in Washington, D.C., recently was invited to follow in the footsteps of Orlando Bloom and attend the British Academy of Dramatic Arts this summer in Oxford, England. Heard, who was an active member in Love-it-Productions in Hinesville and his school’s drama club under the direction of Bryan Rothwell, said he is excited to attend the intensive monthlong program, which runs from July 11-Aug. 10.“While in England, I will have the opportunity to become culturally diverse in the craft of acting, training under some of the most renowned actors and directors in the world. This program allowed actor Chadwick Boseman (“42”), Orlando Bloom (“Lord of the Rings” and “Pirates of the Caribbean”) and David Schwimmer (“Friends” and “Madagascar”) to flourish in this industry after graduating from their program, which is why I feel that this is the next best step to further develop my craft,” Heard said, explaining that Boseman attended Howard University as well.