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In-person on-camera acting class. Eastside location.
Wed, Oct 28 · 7:00 – 10:00 PM · Wednesdays 7:00–10:00 PM · Audit available · Application required
Two-week cycle: cold read in a private Zoom session the first week, then rehearse, record, playback and critique scenes in the 2-camera studio the following week. No long-term commitments.
Wed, Oct 28 · 7:00 – 11:00 PM · Wednesdays 7:00–11:00 PM · 2 weeks
Continuation and enhancement of the joke writing process. Hone, edit, and generate better jokes; fine tune your comic persona; perform at the Hollywood Improv; get a video of your show.
Wed, Oct 28 · 7:00 – 10:00 PM · Through Nov 11 · 6 weeks
In Improv 101, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of improvisation through games, group exercises and scene work - all guaranteed to be fun and engaging. You will learn the core tenets of long form improv with a focus on agreement, active listening, portraying characters and playing to the top of your intelligence. These concepts act as building blocks for our subsequent classes as students learn to develop their own unique comedic voice. Whether you are looking to become a performer or step out of your comfort zone, this is the place to start!
Wed, Oct 28 · 7:00 – 10:00 PM · Full · waitlist · Mondays 3:00–6:00 PM · Through Dec 13 · 9 sessions · Adults
Let improv be fun again! If you're experiencing some improv burnout, this musical improv class for advanced improvisers will help you find the joy in your scenes again. This class will go over the basics of song structure and musical improv. ADVANCED STUDENTS ONLY: You should have had at least 4 levels of improv from any theater! You don't need musical improv experience, but you should be comfortable doing improv scenework basics (yes-and, playing top of your intelligence, giving and receiving gifts). NOTE: No class Wednesday Nov 25.
Wed, Oct 28 · 7:00 – 10:00 PM · Full · waitlist · Wednesdays 7:00–10:00 PM · Through Dec 2 · 6 sessions
Zoom classes with small groups and one-on-one instruction; each student works.
Wed, Oct 28 · 7:30 – 10:00 PM
Flagship class for trained professional actors, directors, and writers. Gloria works directly with each actor on prepared scenes; guest industry professionals attend select sessions.
Wed, Oct 28 · 7:30 PM – 12:00 AM · Adults · Application required
For actors taking their first serious step into professional training. Same rigorous foundation as the advanced program—truth, specificity, courage—with scene work from the classical canon and contemporary material.
Wed, Oct 28 · 7:30 PM – 12:00 AM · Adults · Application required
Improv as a tool to trust creative instincts, be spontaneous, and make strong choices for auditioning on camera, voiceover, stage, or TV. Same content as the online class, in person in NoHo. Geared for improvisers of all levels and not just actors.
Wed, Oct 28 · 7:30 – 10:00 PM · Wednesdays 7:30–10:00 PM · Audit available
Continuing in-person improv class in NoHo for actors learning to improvise and improvisers learning to act.
Wed, Oct 28 · 7:30 PM · Wednesdays 7:30 PM · Audit available
Develop a solid acting technique and foundation. Improv workout, auditioning for film and television on camera, scene study, and voice intensive.
Thu, Oct 29 · 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM · All ages
A different film is made each week. Students will write and star in their own original short film.
Thu, Oct 29 · 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM · All ages
On-camera auditioning class designed to deepen the craft and technique of actors who are currently out in the professional world auditioning and working in film and television. Covers truth, relationship, pacing, environment, physicality, and sit-com technique in 10 hours per week of instruction.
Thu, Oct 29 · 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Through Nov 19 · 4 weeks · Adults
The 6-Week Acting Technique program covers the foundations of acting technique as well as an introduction to scene study. Taught by Howard Fine and David Coury. Includes script analysis lecture, Uta Hagen’s object exercises, personalization, sensory work, emotional recall, concentration, nerves, habits, assigned material, and intro to scene study.
Thu, Oct 29 · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Through Nov 19 · 6 weeks · 12 sessions
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
On-camera cold read process to develop your unique voice as an actor. Studio members receive their scene when they arrive and get it up on its feet immediately, working with a two-camera setup that mirrors on-set conditions.
Thu, Oct 29 · 11:15 AM – 3:30 PM · Audit available
Unleash your inner Bouffon through ensemble play, chorus work, mocking, non-linear ritualized play, and investigating dynamics of objects, actions, and roles. Suitable for actors, clowns, comedians, improvisers, dancers, devisors and anyone investigating pleasure, play and fun.
Thu, Oct 29 · 12:00 – 4:00 PM · Through Oct 29 · 4 sessions
From the audition to performing on set, this class is designed to prepare actors for a professional career. Weekly lesson plans range from character prep, script analysis.
Thu, Oct 29 · 4:00 – 6:00 PM · Thursdays 4:00–6:00 PM · Nov 5 – Dec 10 · Teens
Acting and the camera with focus on ease, personalization, personality slates, self-tapes, and the strategy of close-ups. Includes original and scripted material, in-class coaching, and technical self-tape fundamentals. Formerly Marilyn’s Part 1; 1 of 2 prerequisites for Advanced Acting & the Camera with Marilyn McIntyre.
Thu, Oct 29 · 4:00 – 8:00 PM · Full · waitlist · Thursdays 4:00 PM · Through Nov 12 · 4 sessions
For graduates from YADA's Level 2 or similar. Fast paced yet welcoming. More advanced skills in character development, vocal technique and challenging choreography.
Thu, Oct 29 · 4:00 – 7:00 PM · Kids
For those serious about making strides in their acting craft and career. By industry referral or invite only.
Thu, Oct 29 · 4:00 – 7:00 PM · Thursdays 4:00–7:00 PM · Through Dec 3 · 10 weeks · Adults · Application required
On-camera commercial acting workshop online via Zoom based on fundamental acting in a short-scene study format, with self-taping techniques. Designed for beginners and advanced.
Thu, Oct 29 · 5:00 – 8:00 PM · Thursdays 5:00–8:00 PM · 5 weeks
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