“How do you become a star?”

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“How do you become a star?”

That is a question that was asked of me not too long ago by one of my students. I thought it was a good question, since it’s something that an actor should want. However, in order to answer, I would ask first: How do you become a great actor? How do you set your goals so high that no obstacle will get in the way of you achieving them?

We all have a desire for excellence and to not settle for mediocrity. We want to understand what makes for greatness. Like in any profession, you want to dedicate yourself to study. Study great performance and understand what makes them unforgettable. An actor that creates a character that gets under your skin and makes you feel something for them is no small feat. When that performance stays with you long after you’ve seen it and it made you feel for the human condition, that is a gift. Acting coach backstage.

Look at how great actors like Meryl Streep, Daniel Day Lewis, Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender, and so many others hold the screen—what their physicality is like as they move their bodies in different characters; what their choices are in every moment. Study every scintilla of what their hands do and their eye movement, how they hold their heads, how they breathe, how they convey grace, how their sexuality emerges through them, how they make us feel different emotions, how they are a vessel for the story they are telling.

Make a list of 100 performances to not only study but, dissect. Watch them in slow motion; watch them without audio. Find the subtext of what is underneath every line, every frame. It’s only with that kind of an in-depth analysis that you understand why this acting, that galvanizes you, is so good. And then you have to take all you’ve learned that has simmered in you and inspired you and then you have to do it. You have to act.

You can’t become a great actor by reading an acting book (although you should read many), or by thinking about your acting.

Acting is doing on all levels, so you have to actively be working on stage, on film, on TV—wherever and whenever you can do it with an acting coach backstage.

You have to play many roles. No part is too small. You become a great actor by playing many roles. You should have a high vision and a passion for the characters you can play, but also realize that there are stepping stones and that a series of small parts enhance your experience as an actor.

There are many stories of actors that come onto set to play a small part. They have a few scenes and they are so good that the director keeps adding and adding more scenes. That is why they say there are no small roles. A complete immersion into the craft will make you an actor. Your undying dedication to it will make you great.

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This Los Angeles Acting School encompasses the following acting techniques: Meisner, Strasberg, Adler, Hagen, Chekhov, & the Stanislavsky Technique.

To sign up for acting classes and to meet with acting coach Michelle Danner in person at her Los Angeles Acting School please RSVP for the free informational session in the contact form on the left. You may also call 310-392-0815 or email us at [email protected] for up-to-date information on all acting classes and workshops. ACTING SCHOOL IN LA, THE MEISNER TECHNIQUE ACTING CLASS.

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Work on your acting technique from comedic to dramatic material.
Actors are encouraged to explore and work on great writing.
Material will be assigned ahead of time.
You will form a toolbox of your own and develop a comprehensive set of “acting tools” when approaching a role or a scene, whether it be for film, television, or theater.

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Learn the best acting techniques for film acting and auditioning.
You will be emailed each week material from a movie or TV show, ranging from comedy to drama.
Gain confidence in front of the camera and build all the skills you need to launch your acting career.

Acting coach | Scene study
Focus on script analysis, the world of the playwright, finding your authentic self in the works, connecting to your partner, and living moment to moment.
Unleash your imagination and keep your body, voice, and mind alive and finely tuned through relaxation and breath exercises.

Meisner Technique | acting coach

Learn the Meisner Technique, 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, and scene work.
Your acting coach will give you consists of scenes and monologues to work on, during which time you will apply what you have learned in the exercises to your roles.

Improvisation | private acting coach

Learn to think on your feet, have fun, and get out of your head through fun improvisational games and exercises.
Learn to stay in the moment, roll with any sudden changes, and think quickly on your feet, which makes any person both a better performer and more adept in social interactions.
Learn the skills that will make you more confident, creative, and better at public speaking and social situations.
Discover characters you never knew you could play by being thrown into situations where you don’t have time to think.

Stanislavski method | acting coach

The Stanislavski method is a set of techniques used by actors to portray emotions on stage by putting themselves in the place of the character.
He believed in naturalistic performances that were as realistic as possible.
He invented techniques that you can use to be a well-trained actor.

Stella Adler acting |Private acting coach

You will learn the Stella Adler acting technique and explore the language and principles of Stella Adler’s approach to acting, including action, circumstance, and justification.
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.

Accent reduction classes| private lesson

Obtain a standard American accent and perform contemporary monologues from film and television.

Learn how speech works and how accents form, then engage in intensive study and practice of the consonant and vowel sounds found in General American speech.

Voice & Speech |Voice coach

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.

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Preparing for private school interviews. We can guide your child leave a lasting impression in virtual interviews or in person interviews. Private school admissions. Please call me when you have a chance so we can see what acting classes best fit you.

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IN-PERSON ACTING CLASSES

We offer acting classes in Los Angeles to help you hone your craft & jumpstart your career. Our acting school teaches every acting technique: Meisner technique, Lee Strasberg’s method, Stella Adler, Stanislavski’s method, Uta Hagen, and the Chekhov technique.

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KIDS AND TEEN ACTING CLASSES

Learn to develop a solid acting technique and foundation. We focus on fun improvisational games, auditioning techniques, and working on scenes and monologues across comedy and drama.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Study Acting or Filmmaking in Hollywood. F1 Student visa and M1 visa USA for applicants wishing to study the conservatory program

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We offer customizable short-term Acting Programs that can be tailored to fit your budget and the length of your stay in Los Angeles.

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Our Mission

The Michelle Danner Acting School’s philosophy is that artists can draw upon all different acting techniques & form an individual “Golden toolbox” to use when approaching a role or a scene, whether it be for film, television, or theater. The acting school’s acting techniques are based on Meisner, Strasberg, Stella Adler, Uta Hagen & the Stanislavsky acting Technique.

Michelle Danner’s alumni include Penelope Cruz, Seth MacFarlane, Salma Hayek, Henry Cavill, Zooey Deschanel, Gerard Butler, Chris Rock, Chris Martin, Michael Peña, Michelle Rodriguez, Kate Del Castillo and many others.

The acting school offers classes for all levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced.

• Classes include:

• Acting for Film

• Scene Study

• Cold Reading

• Musical Theater

• Movement

• Voice and Speech

We are one of the elite acting schools in California, known for training successful actors.

A variety of acting classes are offered in Los Angeles to help students hone their craft and jumpstart their careers.

What makes us different

Our acting program differs from other acting schools in Los Angeles, since we teach every acting technique & method, including the Meisner technique, Lee Strasberg’s method, Stella Adler, Stanislavski’s method & Uta Hagen technique.

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Scene Study & Monologues | Meisner acting technique | Cold Read Auditioning | Improvisation
- Develop a strong acting foundation.

- Learn to make powerful acting choices

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