Classes

Foundations of Acting(On-going)

This class is designed to help an actor create an approach to acting that will serve them throughout their careers in any medium. It is a class for the Beginner, but can also serve as a refresher for the experienced actor as well. Through the use of acting exercises as well as voice and body work, the true craft of acting can be fully explored. Stage scenes will serve as the vehicle for a great deal of this work.

Actors will learn the use of such tools as Parallel Dialogue, Internal Dialogue, Personal Monologues, Super Objectives, Objectives, Obstacles, Activities, Animal Work, Physical Condition Work and more. Through this work, the actor learns how to lift the words off of the page and bring them to life through themselves. Actors will also work with a variety of voice and body techniques that will help them to have a full acting range, enabling them to meet the demands of any role.

Scene Study Class for Stage and Camera (On-Going)

In addition to furthering the work in technique and tools, actors in these classes learn to execute the most powerful and committed choices. Through partnered scene work, group exercises, and individual exercises, actors gain confidence to create more than what is on the page.

Through the use of cameras, the actor can translate their work to screen or stage as demanded.

These classes challenge the actor's defense system; enable the actor to work through problems that may be holding them back. Emphasis is put on the command and flexibility of the actor's instrument.

Audition Technique Class (8 week class)

This class is all about becoming a "smart actor". This comprehensive course covers all aspects of the casting process and will clear up myths and misconceptions giving you clarity and confidence. Some subjects covered are: choosing photographers, getting the best headshots, setting up a resume, finding auditions, interviewing with casting directors and agents, choosing monologues, and executing cold and prepared readings. Gain a new perspective which will make auditioning easier, less stressful, more productive, and maybe even fun!

Stop wasting your time and learn how to market yourself wisely, while honing in on those aspects of the auditioning process which are in your direct control and coming to terms with those things that are out of your control.

Tool Lecture/Lab Series (10 week class)

A refresher for some, an introduction for others, this course walks students through every step of the work, beginning with preparation exercises, relaxation exercises, rehearsal tools, problem solving tools, and character development tools. This class is only open to students that have participated in the On-Going Scene Study Classes for at least six months.

Character Development Work (8 week class)
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Through work on "special characters" (i.e. characters that demand a complete transformation of the actor's voice, body, and personality) the actor is given a chance to strengthen their character development tools, as well as broaden their range and castability. Using a completely different set of tools, and working on a character the actor might never be cast in, or on material that is outside their "comfort zone", many challenges, discoveries, and delights await the actor.

This work is outside the mainstream character development work that is a part of the on-going scene study classes. It is very demanding physically and vocally and is for advanced students only. This class is only open to students that have participated in the On-Going Scene Study Classes for at least six months.