Really talk, really listen. The Meisner Technique aims to break down social conditioning in order to unearth our truest impulses and most authentic self. Working off a scene partner with a basic repetitiion exercise, the actor will learn to take the attention off themselves and onto their partner's truthful behavior. This "living truthfully" is an excellent foundation to bring genuine behavior and naturalism into your acting. This eight week course will sharpen your sense of truth, play, perception, and fullest expression of self.

Film acting is small. Quiet. Nuances. Take the lessons from scene analysis and apply them in a new way. This class will cover self-tape auditions, scenes, an introduction to terms on set, the basics of film making, and what is needed to be a professional actor. Open to all levels of experience. There will be two scholarships available in exchange for film editing. Contact Kate for more details: katembritton@gmail.com

This class is for teens who have been bitten by the acting bug and they just can't get enough! We'll play with different acting techniques, tackle scenes and monologues, and throw in a healthy amount of theater games and improv. A comprehensive look at acting as a medium, and a chance to connect with other teens that love it as much as you do.

This class is for those who love (or want to love) Shakespeare, but want to understand and feel more comfortable with the language! Students will also be working on their projection, speaking voice, and relationship to healthy vocal production. We will work on vocal freedom, clarity, emotional connection, physical awareness, and will gather the tools needed to work on Shakespeare's text. Let your character live truthfully and gain a real connection to them, even though they may speak differently than you. You will be assigned a Shakespeare verse monologue to apply these goals and techniques.

Whether you're an experienced performer, new to acting, or simply curious to explore the power of movement, experience the connection between your body and the space around you can be transformative. Modern life demands many of us move through the day focused from the "neck up", but grounding ouselves fully in our bodies can open us to the present moment in new and generative ways. Isabel will guide you through established theatrical movement techniques designed not only to encourage personal embodiment but also to enhance awareness of others and create dynamic ensemble work. This class is open to all levels, body types, and abilities.

* Please choose the price point that allows you to access this class and accurately reflects your financial situation.

 **If prices listed still restrict access for you please email Isabel at: isa.shaida@gmail.com

Directing is storytelling. In this course, students will select their own play to explore storytelling as a director. Together we will go through the stages of pre-production, diving into play analysis, research, and design. Such exploration will help us find and articulate an artistic vision. Then we’ll put a scene on its feet, directing actors in the classroom. At this stage we’ll tackle blocking, talking to actors and pacing. The class aims to empower directors to trust the value of their own unique perspective and provide foundational technique to best express their voice.