Beginner II: Acting for Theatre & Film
Students will continue to develop their acting skills by working on more advanced Stanislavski training as well as a further exploration of the guideposts of Michael Shurtleff, building on what they learned in Beginner I Acting For Theatre and Film.
When: Tuesdays, September 24, 2024 – January 21, 2025, 7-9 PM.
Where: 109 Market Street, Downtown — Studio 3
Tuition: $525
CLASS SIZE LIMITED TO 12 STUDENTS.
Students will work on cold readings and advanced scenes from established playwrights and screenwriters and will work to stretch their range as an actor with a contrasting monologue, all with an eye towards further preparation for auditions.
The scenes and monologues will provide a helpful challenge for the students, to assist in advancing their training as actors and in developing a greater awareness of their unique qualities. Some of the techniques include:
- Detailed textual analysis
- Developing the ability to memorize and embody the text through Active Analysis
- Physical/emotional exploration of character
- Exploring the emotional journey of the character through the scene or monologue
- Finding variety in the work through communication and competition between characters
NOTES: Beginner I is a pre-requisite for this class. This is not an on-camera class; however, students’ work may be recorded at the discretion of the instructor. Students will receive a syllabus at the first class, as well as a written evaluation at the end of the semester.