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Audition Technique & Scene Study - Comedy & Drama (Intermediate / Advanced). Audition work includes Shari’s 7 Steps and scene work with on-camera performance & playback. Everyone receives a WeTransfer video of daily performances.
Thu, Oct 29 · 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Thursdays 11:00 AM–1:00 PM · 4 sessions
For the actor/voice over actor who is looking for a game-changer when it comes to creating unique and inspiring characters for voice-over in animation. First-class is a crash course on the UCB rules of improv and how to approach scene work. This course is character-focused and breaks down the ways to approach building characters and how it is used in improv.
Thu, Oct 29 · 5:00 – 7:30 PM · Thursdays 5:00–7:30 PM · 4 weeks
Shoot, act in, and edit your own film while learning filmmaking fundamentals, story composition, production scheduling, scripting, lighting, HD shooting, and editing with special effects. Students create 1 short film, commercial, or PSA.
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Online interactive class where students develop acting technique through improvisational games and exercises, film and television audition practice, and scenes and monologues from comedy to drama.
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Practice with sides from movies and TV. Form a toolbox of acting tools when approaching a role or scene for film, television, or theater. Covers foundations of acting, creative imagination, script breakdown, creating a truthful character, and mastering body and voice.
Sat, Oct 31 · 11:30 AM · Saturdays 11:30 AM · 8 weeks
Audition Technique - Comedy & Drama Online @ Zoom. Immersive class exploring all genres with The Shari Shaw Method. Basics of script analysis; work 3 times per class.
Sun, Nov 1 · 4:00 – 8:00 PM · Sundays 4:00–8:00 PM · 4 sessions
Fast-paced dramatic intensive preparing actors for self-tapes, auditions, and booking work using W.O.F.R.A.I.M. script analysis, with weekly audition sides and Zoom coaching.
Mon, Nov 2 · 4:00 – 6:30 PM · Mondays 4:00–6:30 PM · 8 weeks
THIS CLASS IS HELD ENTIRELY ONLINE. Students will learn the fundamentals of long-form improvisation including: agreement, active listening, playing characters, playing truthfully and to the top of your intelligence and group mind. Understanding the fundamentals will be achieved through exercises and scene work in class.
Tue, Nov 3 · 7:00 – 9:30 AM · Tuesdays 8:00–10:30 AM · Through Dec 15 · 9 sessions · Adults
Four weeks. Four tapes. Real audition practice. Online self-tape lab class to slay your self-tapes.
Tue, Nov 3 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesdays 9:00 AM · Nov 3 – Nov 24 · 4 weeks · Audit available
Audition Technique - Comedy & Drama (Foundations). Explores all genres with tips to build confidence. Actors work 3 times per class with constructive critique; video scene copy to review at home. Recommended for positive, committed actors.
Tue, Nov 3 · 4:00 – 6:00 PM · Tuesdays 4:00–6:00 PM · 4 sessions
Ongoing Zoom acting class with career coaching included in tuition while attending.
Tue, Nov 3 · 4:00 – 6:00 PM · Tuesdays 4:00–6:00 PM · Audit available
This ongoing Meisner-based class is dedicated to developing the actor and is designed specifically for deepening the actor's work, making it more personal and truthful. Learn to live truthfully in imaginary circumstances. Students work every week. 14 Students Max. With STACY EDWARDS
Tue, Nov 3 · 7:00 – 10:30 PM · Tuesdays 7:00–10:30 PM · Application required
Level 2 Learn how to master buttons and begin each scene with a launch, and discover how to put your stamp on the copy to stand out at commercial auditions! This is a commercial class focused on improvising. The only place you are asked to improvise in this business is at commercial auditions, and nowadays it is expected! Find your personality and unique voice in commercials. Work every week to build confidence. With LISA FREDRICKSON, Acclaimed Commercial Booker, Improv Teacher at IMPRO/CAL Lutheran University, & Improv performing member. Judy’s book, “I Booked It!” is required for this class.
Tue, Nov 3 · 7:00 – 9:30 PM · Tuesdays 7:00–9:30 PM · Nov 3 – Dec 8 · 5 sessions · Adults
Online improv class focused on trusting creative instincts, spontaneity, and strong choices for camera, VO, stage, or TV. Open to improvisers of all levels and not only actors.
Tue, Nov 3 · 7:00 – 9:00 PM · Drop-in
For young professionals who take their craft seriously, each lesson is focused on articulating choices and increasing success in front of the camera. Techniques include: Fundamentals of Comedy Performance, Method/Meisner Exercises (emotional recall / sense memory) Genre-Specific Performance Size, On-Set Responsibilities, Tricks for Cold Reads, Navigating Call-Backs/Producer Sessions, The Power of The Ensemble and more.
Wed, Nov 4 · 3:00 – 6:00 PM · Wednesdays 3:00–6:00 PM · Nov 4 – Dec 30 · 10 sessions · Teens
These days, we book camera and theater work with self-tapes, so let’s not be just good at them, let’s NAIL them. In this four-week class, we’ll dive into the tools and techniques that...
Thu, Nov 5 · Nov 5 – Dec 3 · 4 weeks · Adults
Led by Gregory Berger and faculty, this 3-week intensive introduces the core Berg Studios approach, building technical foundation for film and television through script analysis, language, imagery, and performance.
Thu, Nov 5 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Nov 5 – Nov 21 · 3 weeks · 6 sessions
Online comedy intensive with casting director Howard Meltzer. Scenes from his past projects are sent prior to the session; actors prep a scene, take part in an interactive seminar on post-pandemic industry expectations and single-cam/multi-cam/drama/film auditions, then perform live for verbal redirection and feedback, followed by a self-tape and written evaluation.
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Nov 7 – Nov 7 · 1 session
Free on-camera audition working audit via Zoom with Jo-Ann Pantoja covering TV & film auditioning, self-tapes, mindset, and the business side of acting, with performance and professional feedback.
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Nov 7 – Nov 7 · 1 session
Free acting audition class hosted by Jo-Ann Pantoja as a working audit and preview of Audition & Business Mindset; sides provided at the studio; perform and get business questions answered. You can only audit once in a 4 month period.
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM · 1 session · Adults · Audit available
Work with actor, Donna Rusch, and casting professional and actor, Doug Traer, on the do’s and don’ts of auditioning for tv, film and commercials. Break down commercial scripts and make strong choices. With DOUG TRAER & DONNA RUSCH.
Sat, Nov 7 · 12:00 – 2:00 PM · Saturdays 12:00–2:00 PM · Nov 7 – Dec 5 · Kids
No-obligation workshop for new students to meet Annie, see how she teaches, and experience the Annie Grindlay Method. Everyone gets sides; two volunteers prepare and are put on tape while Annie breaks down the material.
Mon, Nov 9 · 1:30 – 2:30 PM · Mondays 1:30–2:30 PM · Nov 9 – Nov 9 · 1 session
Level 3 This commercial class is all about delivering a winning self-tape! Every week, you will be sending in a tape. The class focuses on specifics, both technically and creatively, to be seen in the best light. A casting professional & agent, or manager attends the final class. Judy’s book, “I Booked It!” is required for this class.
Wed, Nov 11 · 7:00 – 10:00 PM · Nov 11 – Dec 9 · 4 sessions · Adults
Five-hour Zoom intensive introducing Amy Lyndon’s booking technique; prerequisite for the Advanced Booking Masterclass. Includes the 15 Guideline Map to Booking e-book.
Sat, Nov 14 · 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM