Basic acting training that covers the fundamentals of drama and acting technique. Beginning work on voice, speech, relaxation and focus. Actors will explore commercial scripts, character creation and scene work. Actors will work on a commercial script and a comedic scene. Perfect for those with no experience.
Mondays, 7:00 - 10:10 PM
SPRING TERM 2025: APRIL 7 - MAY 12 (6 WEEKS)
This class makes up the second half of Spring Term but it is also a stand-alone class. A reinforcement of the basics of acting training with a focus on scene study. Voice & speech, character development and scene breakdown. (See description above for FUNDAMENTALS I.) Actors will be assigned a monologue and a dramatic scene.
Mondays, 7:00 - 10:10 PM
SPRING TERM 2025: MAY 19 - JUNE 16 (5 WEEKS + 1 BONUS CLASS)
Sign up for both sessions and save money. The Spring Term promises to be an engaging overview of the basics of acting technique with a focus on scene study. Voice & speech, character development, scene breakdown, commercial scripts, monologues plus a variety of classic acting exercises. (See description above.) Each actor will prep a commercial, a monologue and two scenes to be taped as acting samples.
Mondays, 7:00 - 10:10 PM
SPRING TERM 2025: APRIL 7 - JUNE 16 (11 WEEKS + 1 BONUS CLASS)
Emphasis is on advanced scene study along with work on character development. Detailed voice and speech exercises to develop eloquence. Goals include achieving good grasp of character and solid understanding of the text. For intermediate actors with some experience or previous training.
Tuesdays, 7:00 - 10:10 PM
SPRING TERM 2025: APRIL 8 - JUNE 17
Training for the ambitious actor. Fundamentals on Monday nights*, Scene Study on Tuesday nights, Actor As Emerging Professional on Thursday nights. Advanced scene study and character development; covers stage and film acting techniques, audition skills and the business of acting. Actors in this class will access valuable career guidance, develop career strategies and will work on demo reels. Free audition self-taping services included. Actors can also participate in film projects. Monday night's class is included but optional.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:00 - 10:10 PM
SPRING TERM 2025: APRIL 10 - JUNE 17
12 Weeks
Booked as private lessons or coaching at a time convenient for the student.
Cost: $360. Must call (248) 919-8233 to book sessions.