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Class Descriptions

The One Day Comedy Intensive with Scott Sedita and Todd Rohrbacher:

“Dying’s easy. Comedy is hard.” Old adage, but so true. The most common misconception about acting in TV Comedies, is that it should be played broad, slapsticky or over the top. On the contrary, there is a specific craft to Sitcom acting. And the truth is, it may be more challenging than dramatic acting. Scott Sedita’s One Day Comedy Intensive, based on his bestselling book, “ The Eight Characters of Comedy”, is a specially designed “Comedy Boot Camp,” where actors learn the Sedita Method, which incorporates comedic technique with character work. The actor will learn how to break down a comedy/dramedy script, identify different types of jokes and deliver them with comedic precision. Most importantly, actors are introduced to Scott’s “Eight Characters of Comedy,” which help actors find their comedic niche in half hour comedy. The One Day Comedy Intensive lays the foundation for the work that lies ahead and is a prerequisite to joining any on going On-Camera TV & Film Comedy class (see below). The Comedy Intensive is offered once a month on a Sunday (TBA) from 11am to 5pm with lunch provided by Scott Sedita. Actors will work at least five times a class.

PREREQUISITE: Must have strong acting technique and foundation.

NEXT CLASS ON SUNDAY, APRIL 11th.

Limited Seating. $199 for the day (which includes a copy of Scott Sedita's book, "The Eight Characters of Comedy - A Guide to Sitcom Acting and Writing")
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On-Camera TV & Film Comedy with Todd Rohrbacher:

These maintenance classes are reserved for those actors who have successfully completed Scott Sedita’s “One Day Comedy Intensive” and are ready to graduate to the next level. In this class, actors continue to work on breaking down comedy scripts, identifying and delivering jokes and implementing Scott’s “Eight Characters of Comedy.” All work is performed On-Camera, giving the actor an opportunity to become familiar with camera technique and a chance to review their work. Classes size is limited, allowing each student individual attention. Each week class assignments alternate between Cold Reading, Prepared Scenes, Comedy Improvisation, and Auditioning. In this class, actors will also learn how to best market themselves in today’s competitive industry (i.e. finding and fine tuning your own “Comedic Note”).

PREREQUISITE: Completion of “The One Day Comedy Intensive”
 
Limited to 16 students. $360 per 6 week cycle + $60 security deposit
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Nuts & Bolts (Technique) with Patrick Munoz:

Nuts & Bolts is an intensive six week comprehensive acting technique workshop. It is designed to provide actors of all levels a safe and encouraging environment where they can be free in body, mind and spirit. It is here where actors explore what makes them unique and dynamic individuals. In this highly interactive class, the actor learns by doing and grows in confidence each week. The work of Adler, Meisner, Spolin and Uta Hagen are synthesized into an exciting, stimulating, thought provoking class. Exercises include: improvisation, imagination
and sense memory. These exercises empower the actor by providing them solid foundation and preparing them for TV & Film work. Each student is different and will receive personal comments directly related to their specific acting issues. Students work several times per class.

Recommended for the new actor and those veteran actors who need to reinvigorate their technique.
 
Limited to 14 students. $360 per 6 week session + $60 security desposit
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On-Camera TV & Film Drama with Deborah Quayle:

This ongoing class teaches actors to make strong choices and trust their instincts, as well as integrate their own unique personality into their work. Classes are limited to 14 students; therefore allowing each student individual attention. On a weekly basis, students will practice Scott Sedita's script analysis techniques, W.O.F.R.A.I.M and THE PRIVATE EYE METHOD. Each class begins with exercises designed to warm the actor up emotionally and vocally. Then actors are cast accordingly using TV and Film scripts which are primarily dramatic in content. Students are given 20 minutes to rehearse their material either by themselves or with a partner. Then actors perform the material audition style or as scenes on camera, receive coaching and critique and their final take is filmed and video playback is watched. Class assignments alternate between Cold Reading, Audition Technique and Prepared Scenes. This class provides actors with the skills and confidence to tackle audition material. Actors work several times a class.

PREREQUISITE: Actor’s who have passed Nuts & Bolts or have previously studied acting techniques.
 
Limited to 14 students. $360 per 6 week cycle + $60 security deposit
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The Professional Audition Technique Class with Scott Sedita and Deborah Quayle:
Monday, Tuesday evenings- Intermediate
Wednesday evening- Advanced
Thursday evening- The Professional Class

In this ten-week,dynamic On-Camera class, the actor's technique is put to the test while being challenged to "keep it real" and "make big choices." This class is specially tailored for the professional actor who is currently auditioning for dramatic TV and Film projects. Actors work with Scott's script analysis techniques W.O.F.R.A.I.M and THE PRIVATE EYE METHOD. The first three weeks of this class are dedicated to helping the actor quickly access their emotions for auditions. Thereafter, actors will primarily work on their Audition Technique through Cold-Readings and Prepared Sides from various TV and Film dramatic genres; such as Medical, Law, and Horror. This class also gives each actor the knowledge to successfully market themselves in today's competitive industry.

PREREQUISITE: Must have strong acting technique and foundation.

NOW INTERVIEWING FOR PLACEMENT IN THE NEXT TEN-WEEK CLASS SESSION BEGINNING FIRST WEEK IN APRIL.

Limited to 14 Students. $699 per 10 week cycle
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The On-Camera Kids' Class with Elizabeth Bauman:

These private or semi-private On-Camera classes provide young actors (ages 5-13) with a safe and nurturing environment in which they can feel free to express themselves creatively. This class also gives the young actor tools they need to effectively prepare for work in television and film. Actors are welcomed to bring their audition sides, other material that interests them or material will be provided. It is Elizabeth’s goal to inspire the young actor to go with his or her own instincts, creative abilities and confidence. Lessons include Audition Technique, Cold Reading, Improvisation, Theatre Games and Monologues. In Elizabeth’s class, students are taught to overcome the common obstacles that stand in the way of young actors (i.e. nervousness, fear and desperation), so that they may bring all the colors of their personality into the casting room and get the job.

(Available 7 days a week)
$75 per one hour session
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Voice & Speech Privates with Patrick Munoz:

Do you speak clearly? Do you have a regional accent? Do you get hoarse after an emotional scene? Learn how to speak with clarity and resonance while supporting your voice properly. Patrick Munoz has taught Voice and Speech at Temple University and works with some of today’s top stars on accent reduction. Incorporating the techniques of Linklater, Skinner and Barry, Patrick’s Voice and Speech Privates are a result oriented process that focuses on identifying and solving particular vocal problems i.e.: accents, improper vocal support, dry mouth, lazy tongue. After working with Patrick each student will learn a Ten Minute Vocal Workout designed to train the actor in articulation, verbal agility, accent reduction and enhancement of the vocal instrument for true vocal confidence. Actors will also have a collection of tongue twisters they can use to warm themselves up before auditions.

Strongly Recommended to all actors.

$100 for a one hour private/$250 for 3 scheduled one hour private sessions.
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