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  • Sides for Online Acting Class with Teferi on Sunday April 20th at 10.30am:

LALALAND

 

  • Material for On Camera with Heather on Saturday April 19th from 12pm to 3pm:  

LALALAND

  • Material for On Camera on Wednesday April 2nd from 6.30pm to 9.30pm:

SEVEN

 

  • Material for On Camera on Wednesday April 9th from 6.30pm to 9.30pm:

SEVEN

 

  • Material for On Camera on Wednesday April 16th from 6.30pm to 9.30pm:

BARRY

  • Material for On Camera on Wednesday April 23rd from 6.30pm to 9.30pm:

LALALAND

  • Material for On Camera on Wednesday April 30th from 6.30pm to 9.30pm:

SILVERLINING

  • Material for On Camera on Wednesday May 7th from 6.30pm to 9.30pm:

NOTEBOOK

 

 

 

 

New in-person acting classes:

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

It’s $3,850 for 3 months.

 

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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.

ONLINE ACTING CLASSES

Best training in the world no matter where you live!​

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. ​

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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

Short term acting classes

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

Acting workshops

Join LA's Best Acting Workshop, Golden box and Breaking into Hollywood the roadmap to working. Film and television workshops for adults, children and teen

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.

Online Acting Classes

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

- Learn to make powerful acting choices

Acting Techniques

• The Actor’s Golden Box (acting technique) | Meisner Acting Technique | Stella Adler Acting Technique | Uta Hagen Acting Technique | Stanislavski Acting Technique | Training & Workshops: | Audition Training Classes & Workshops (Film & Television) | Scene Study Classes & Script Analysis | Improvisation | Performance & Preparation: | Acting Demo Reels | Voice & Speech | General American Accent & Dialects | Industry & Career Guidance: | Breaking into Hollywood: The Business of Acting | Coaching Options: | Private Coaching (Audition Coaching, Dialogue Coaching, On-Set Coaching) | Online Coaching & Private Acting Classes

Contact us

Call us to find out about the best acting classes in Los Angeles and to learn more about our best acting teachers in Los Angeles, 310-392-0815 or email us at [email protected]

Unlock your full potential as an actor—enroll today  and take the first step toward mastering your craft with world-class training and personalized coaching

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