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Sides for On Camera with Derek on Sunday October 1st from 3pm to 5pm:
Sides for On Camera with Derek on Tuesday OCTOBER 3rd from 7pm to 10pm:
Sides for On Camera with Derek on Tuesday SEPTEMBER 26th from 7pm to 10pm:
Sides for On Camera with Derek on Thursday October 5th from 2pm to 5pm:
Chemistry
In this workshop, actors will learn how to build chemistry with their scene partners. Chemistry is the intangible connection that two actors have on stage or screen. It is what makes the audience believe that the two characters are in love, in conflict, or in any other kind of relationship.
There are many different ways to build chemistry between actors. Some of the most common techniques include:
Sides for On Camera with Derek on Thursday September 28th from 2pm to 5pm:
SCREENTEST SIDES
Object Endowment
In this workshop, actors will learn the technique of object endowment. Please bring an apple to class.
By the end of the workshop, actors will have a strong understanding of object endowment and how to use it to create more believable and engaging performances
Here are some of the exercises that might be included in the workshop:
- Frame Awareness: Actors are given a scene and asked to perform it while being aware of the frame. They are asked to experiment with different ways of using the frame to create different effects.
- Bold Choices: Actors are given a scene and asked to perform it while making bold choices with their costumes, makeup, movement, and acting. They are encouraged to be creative and to take risks.
New in–person acting classes:
Learn how you can submit for a film and TV part from anywhere in the country and the world to be considered for projects that are casting in Hollywood and elsewhere.
What training do I need to become an actor? How do I find roles to audition for? How do I book an audition? How do I book an acting job?
This intensive gives you the road map to learning how you can work in the industry as an actor and gives you the tools you need to break into Hollywood.
By the end of this class, you will understand how to market yourself and you will understand the agent process, and how to begin to audition.
This class is for actors who need an agent; who are trying to get to the next level; who are unsatisfied with the number of auditions they are getting; and who have an agent but need to book work. An Interactive Workshop That Answers Your Questions: How to get a headshot and showreel that stands out, how to get into SAG-AFTRA, how to create a resume that gets you called in, how to get work without an Agent, how casting works, how to develop an individualized strategy for your career!!
GET THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:
What training do I need to become an actor?
How do I find roles to audition for?
How do I book an audition?
How do I book an acting job?
How do I find a talent agent?
How do I create my own work as an actor?
THE GOLDEN BOX 2 Day MASTERCLASS acting technique analysis
We will help you to develop your own “Golden Box” of techniques and tools that you can use when approaching a role or a scene, whether it be for film, television, or theater.
Discover the answers to the following questions:
Why are some choices more powerful than others?
How does one deliver a raw unforgettable performance?
What specific tools can be applied to film, television, and stage work?
How does one develop a personal story from scratch?
The Michelle Danner Acting Studio’s philosophy is that artists can draw upon all different acting techniques and form an individual toolbox, their own Golden Box. The Acting School’s acting techniques are based on Meisner, Strasberg, Adler, Hagen, Chekhov & the Stanislavsky Technique.
Saturday May 6th 2:30pm-7:30pm and Sunday May 7th- 30th 2:30pm-7:30pm Tuition $250 dollars.
Scene study acting class with Josef and Teferi
Will focus on script analysis, the world of the play wright, finding your authentic self in the works, connecting to your partner, and living moment to moment. This class gives the actor a safe place to take risks, face challenges, stretch outside their comfort zones, unleash their imaginations, and keep their bodies/voices/minds alive and finely tuned thru relaxation, breath exercises.
Wednesday 6:30pm-9:30pm
Meisner Technique – Level 1
Learn one of the acting techniques that helps create powerful and truthful actors! You will learn the foundation of Sanford Meisner: exercises in repetition independent activities, emotional preparation & scene work. The second half of the class consists of scene and monologue work, during which time you will apply what you have learned in the exercises to your roles.
Sunday 11am-1pm starting May 7th
Stella Adler Technique – Level 1
You will learn the Stella Adler technique and explore the language and principles of Stella Adler’s approach to acting, including action, circumstance, and justification. You will develop a foundation from which to build yourself as an actor. Stella Adler believed that an actor’s talent lies within his imagination. She trained with Stanislavsky and studied the method but didn’t believe that an actor needs to relive past experiences to connect with the character.
Saturday 11:30am-2:30pm starting May 6th
Monologue class
The goal is for actors to finish the bootcamp Monologue class with a repertoire of monologues for any audition.
*The goal for each actor is to leave 2 contemporary (1comedic 1 dramatic) and one classical audition ready monologues. A contemporary comedic and dramatic
classical comedic and dramatic, one “out of the box.” Students will select and bring in their own material to work on.
Monday 10:30am-1:30pm
Voice & Speech – bring a yoga mat to class
This class focuses on voice and text work with storytelling and solo work techniques. Our unique approach produces a full-bodied experience with Classical text and original material developed by a working actor. Access your inner strength and empower your acting skills to increase your bookings.
Tuesday from 11am – 2pm – Level 1 starting May 2nd
Movement for Actors
An actor’s movement, subtle or bold, is essential to a memorable performance.
You will learn how to develop and convey character through the exploration of movement.
You will also connect movement to sound to find your character’s voice.
Learn how to:
– Develop character through the exploration of movement
– Convey character through movement
– Get in touch with your body as a tool to access emotions
– Relax your body
– Connect movement to sound to find your and your character’s voice.
– Access your truth as the foundation of your character’s truth beyond the confines of your mind.
Saturday 3pm-6pm starting May 6th
*MAKE A MOVIE CLASS-LEARN THE ART OF FILMMAKING*
Produce one or two short films which can also be used for your demo reel as well as submission to film festivals.
The class is structured into 5 parts: Cinema History, Writing, Pre-production, Production, and Post-production. Film equipment will be provided by the instructor and the school. You may need to do 2 hours outside of class time to rehearse with a partner each or every other week.
SATURDAY 4:30PM – 7:30PM and SUNDAY 4:30PM – 7:30PM -12 WEEK CLASS starting May 13th and 14th
