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NEW! MEISNER WITH SCENE STUDY ACTING CLASS
STARTS SEPT 5!
SPECIAL PRICING: First Month ONLY $199
SIGN UP NOW & SAVE!
Use Promo Code: EARLYBIRD (Offer ends Sept 5)
STARTS SEPT 5!
SPECIAL PRICING: First Month ONLY $199
SIGN UP NOW & SAVE!
Use Promo Code: EARLYBIRD (Offer ends Sept 5)
The Meisner Technique, named after its creator Sanford Meisner, was developed as a way to teach actors to “live truthfully under imaginary circumstances” using a series of foundational exercises that build one upon the other. Through his experience of creating and teaching this series of interrelated exercises, Meisner developed a technique that provides a proven and reliable framework to help actors “get out of their heads” and focus their attention on the core elements needed to act honestly and genuinely.
Students who master the exercises learn how to stay in the moment, become less self-conscious, and let go of the need to control. The technique provides them with a solid foundation that allows them to be fully present in the moment, which gives them the freedom and confidence to express themselves truthfully while “playing” in the imaginary circumstance.
Actors are taught how to access their emotions authentically without manipulation or imitation. With the Meisner Technique, the actor develops an intuitive and keen awareness of “who they are” emotionally and physically which allows them to utilize these aspects effectively and instinctively. They learn to connect quickly and deeply to scene partners as well as to their imaginary circumstance. In this way, the work takes on the natural qualities of real life as it is expressed through art. The actor learns to replace “acting” and imitation with genuinely deep and truthful connection.
Our New Meisner Classes start at the Beginner level, and as the class progresses, will move into the Intermediate and then Advanced stages.
See below for details.
Beginning
In the beginning class, students focus on learning the fundamentals of the technique as Sanford Meisner taught them. These foundational exercises include: the repetition exercise, independent activities and emotional preparation.
Intermediate
In the intermediate class, the student continues to practice and expand the exercises introduced in the Beginning Class and then is shown how to expand these skills into scene work and “Spoon River” exercises -- another powerful tool developed by Sanford Meisner. In this phase of the training, the actor discovers how to personalize scene material and be more specific in their choices while laying the foundation for emotional layering and character work.
Advanced
In the Advanced Class, students continue to hone their skills with the repetition exercise, independent activities, emotional preparation, and Spoon Rivers with the additional focus of learning how to apply the various exercises to character work, scene analysis, emotional layering and performance. It is here that the various aspects of the tools and exercises learned in earlier classes are joined together to help the actor become increasingly adept at making specific and personal choices in their work whether it is for film, television or the stage.
Students who master the exercises learn how to stay in the moment, become less self-conscious, and let go of the need to control. The technique provides them with a solid foundation that allows them to be fully present in the moment, which gives them the freedom and confidence to express themselves truthfully while “playing” in the imaginary circumstance.
Actors are taught how to access their emotions authentically without manipulation or imitation. With the Meisner Technique, the actor develops an intuitive and keen awareness of “who they are” emotionally and physically which allows them to utilize these aspects effectively and instinctively. They learn to connect quickly and deeply to scene partners as well as to their imaginary circumstance. In this way, the work takes on the natural qualities of real life as it is expressed through art. The actor learns to replace “acting” and imitation with genuinely deep and truthful connection.
Our New Meisner Classes start at the Beginner level, and as the class progresses, will move into the Intermediate and then Advanced stages.
See below for details.
Beginning
In the beginning class, students focus on learning the fundamentals of the technique as Sanford Meisner taught them. These foundational exercises include: the repetition exercise, independent activities and emotional preparation.
Intermediate
In the intermediate class, the student continues to practice and expand the exercises introduced in the Beginning Class and then is shown how to expand these skills into scene work and “Spoon River” exercises -- another powerful tool developed by Sanford Meisner. In this phase of the training, the actor discovers how to personalize scene material and be more specific in their choices while laying the foundation for emotional layering and character work.
Advanced
In the Advanced Class, students continue to hone their skills with the repetition exercise, independent activities, emotional preparation, and Spoon Rivers with the additional focus of learning how to apply the various exercises to character work, scene analysis, emotional layering and performance. It is here that the various aspects of the tools and exercises learned in earlier classes are joined together to help the actor become increasingly adept at making specific and personal choices in their work whether it is for film, television or the stage.
Voiceover Recording Class
with DISNEY/DREAMWORKS TWO-TIME EMMY NOMINATED ANIMATOR , CREATOR, PRODUCER & DIRECTOR, ALIKI THEOFILOPOULOS (For ages 12 and over)
Aliki's classes are so popular they ALWAYS sell out with long waitlists! So we've secured another weekend for her to come back for another phenomenal Voiceover Class!
SEPT 9 - 10: 11am - 4pm BOTH DAYS
You will record a voiceover demo in a professional recording studio!
This is a rare opportunity for you to work with a director and producer who has worked on huge shows for DISNEY AND DREAMWORKS!
In this 2 Day Voiceover Recording Class, Aliki will work with you on Saturday, teaching you about the voiceover world in animation and commercials! ANIMATED VOICEOVERS ARE DIFFERENT THAN REGULAR VOICEOVER CLASSES. Aliki specializes in teaching you the ins and outs of voiceover for animation characters. On Sunday you will record a demo where you will record at least three characters AND Aliki will be directing!! She has directed huge stars in voiceovers so this is an amazing opportunity!
DEMO RECORDING IS INCLUDED!!
You will get a professionally recorded voiceover demo!
- "Working with Aliki via the Bay Area Acting Studio was truly an amazing experience."
- "Aliki brings an energy and enthusiasm into class that energizes everybody and her critiques are supportive and spot-on."
- "I would take this class again in a heartbeat..."
- "It is rare that you come across someone that is not only an excellent voice talent themselves, but is as gifted at teaching as she is performing."
- "Recording a demo reel was a valuable experience that will help me as I look for roles."
with DISNEY/DREAMWORKS TWO-TIME EMMY NOMINATED ANIMATOR , CREATOR, PRODUCER & DIRECTOR, ALIKI THEOFILOPOULOS (For ages 12 and over)
Aliki's classes are so popular they ALWAYS sell out with long waitlists! So we've secured another weekend for her to come back for another phenomenal Voiceover Class!
SEPT 9 - 10: 11am - 4pm BOTH DAYS
You will record a voiceover demo in a professional recording studio!
This is a rare opportunity for you to work with a director and producer who has worked on huge shows for DISNEY AND DREAMWORKS!
In this 2 Day Voiceover Recording Class, Aliki will work with you on Saturday, teaching you about the voiceover world in animation and commercials! ANIMATED VOICEOVERS ARE DIFFERENT THAN REGULAR VOICEOVER CLASSES. Aliki specializes in teaching you the ins and outs of voiceover for animation characters. On Sunday you will record a demo where you will record at least three characters AND Aliki will be directing!! She has directed huge stars in voiceovers so this is an amazing opportunity!
DEMO RECORDING IS INCLUDED!!
You will get a professionally recorded voiceover demo!
- Class meets on Saturday from 11am - 4pm at our San Jose Studio 1930 Camden Avenue, Suite 4, San Jose CA 95124
- DEMO Recording meets on Sunday Call times will be given out to each participant on Saturday. You will be required to show up at The Sound Theory (Downtown San Jose) at your scheduled call time and record your demo with Aliki directing the recording.
- "Working with Aliki via the Bay Area Acting Studio was truly an amazing experience."
- "Aliki brings an energy and enthusiasm into class that energizes everybody and her critiques are supportive and spot-on."
- "I would take this class again in a heartbeat..."
- "It is rare that you come across someone that is not only an excellent voice talent themselves, but is as gifted at teaching as she is performing."
- "Recording a demo reel was a valuable experience that will help me as I look for roles."
LA TALENT AGENT CRAIG HOLZBERG is Coming Back to BAAS!
This is a GREAT opportunity to meet a great and experienced agent!
Saturday, AUG 12, 11:00am - 3:30pm*: ADULTS DAY
Sunday, AUG 13, 11:00am - 3:30pm*: KIDS & TEENS DAY
* class may end a little earlier or later than 3:30pm both days
ABOUT CRAIG HOLZBERG: President and Owner of AVALON ARTISTS GROUP. Craig has a reputation of working extremely hard for his clients and he prides himself in being directly involved in all aspects of his clients' careers and going above and beyond for them.
AVALON ARTISTS GROUP is a full service talent agency in LA representing actors of all ages for FILM, TV, THEATER, COMMERCIALS, VOICEOVER, and PRINT. AVALON ARTISTS GROUP IS AFTRA AND AEA franchised agency as well as a proud member of ATA and NATR.
FORMAT: This workshop begins with a group Q&A. You will then perform in a separate room privately (not in front of the whole class) where you will get to do a scene of your choice (we will supply the reader) and then a monologue of your choice. Craig will also be giving you written feedback on your headshots, your age range/type, your scene preparation etc.
This is a GREAT opportunity to meet a great and experienced agent!
Saturday, AUG 12, 11:00am - 3:30pm*: ADULTS DAY
Sunday, AUG 13, 11:00am - 3:30pm*: KIDS & TEENS DAY
* class may end a little earlier or later than 3:30pm both days
ABOUT CRAIG HOLZBERG: President and Owner of AVALON ARTISTS GROUP. Craig has a reputation of working extremely hard for his clients and he prides himself in being directly involved in all aspects of his clients' careers and going above and beyond for them.
AVALON ARTISTS GROUP is a full service talent agency in LA representing actors of all ages for FILM, TV, THEATER, COMMERCIALS, VOICEOVER, and PRINT. AVALON ARTISTS GROUP IS AFTRA AND AEA franchised agency as well as a proud member of ATA and NATR.
FORMAT: This workshop begins with a group Q&A. You will then perform in a separate room privately (not in front of the whole class) where you will get to do a scene of your choice (we will supply the reader) and then a monologue of your choice. Craig will also be giving you written feedback on your headshots, your age range/type, your scene preparation etc.
MASTER'S EDGE with Christy English, is a NEW program utilizing and combining the best parts of our Actor’s Edge and Mastermind program into one new Master’s Edge program! Christy is taking all of the best aspects and practices of her past master programs and really detailing and fine-tuning it all with this new program!
It will involve more class time with Christy. The group will meet one Sunday a month for 5 hours! (12-5pm) Christy will be working with you on everything from actual scene work to auditioning techniques as well as sharing her expertise in the business of acting and helping you shape your career with goals tailored specifically for you and your individual needs.
- Sunday, February 19th, 2017
- Sunday, March 19th, 2017
- Sunday, April 23rd, 2017
- Saturday-Sunday, May 20th - 21st, 2017 (2 Day Retreat)
- Sunday, June 25th, 2017
- Sunday, July 23rd, 2017
It will involve more class time with Christy. The group will meet one Sunday a month for 5 hours! (12-5pm) Christy will be working with you on everything from actual scene work to auditioning techniques as well as sharing her expertise in the business of acting and helping you shape your career with goals tailored specifically for you and your individual needs.
- Six month program February - July (class meets one Sunday a month 12-5pm)
- You get a 60 minute Career Planning Session with Christy!
- You can pay for the whole program up front for $1250 (that's $100 savings!) OR monthly $225/month (6 month agreement required for monthly payment plan)
- You will collaborate in groups to work together and support each other in your career building
- And there is a 2 FULL DAY intensive retreat in May!
- Sunday, February 19th, 2017
- Sunday, March 19th, 2017
- Sunday, April 23rd, 2017
- Saturday-Sunday, May 20th - 21st, 2017 (2 Day Retreat)
- Sunday, June 25th, 2017
- Sunday, July 23rd, 2017
More About Our Kids & Teens Classes:
Kids & Teens classes are designed for kids and teens who have never taken a class before and for professional child and young adult actors. This class focuses on auditioning/cold reading, how to be truthful in scene work, connecting with other actors, taking direction, and improvisation. Even though this is a group class, the program is designed to focus on the needs and levels of each individual child.
This class is a great class for young actors just starting out or the young actor who has been at it for a while and really wants to learn how to bring authenticity to their work.
Kids/Teens LOVE this class! They learn a lot and have SO much fun! It builds confidence and helps kids/teens to feel comfortable with themselves and to own their choices and individuality.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS FOR KIDS & TEENS >
Private coaching for kids is also available either as an ongoing commitment or in Session-by-session meetings for a specific purpose, i.e. preparing for an audition, etc. Please send us an email for more info on current opportunities for private coaching (info@bayareaacting.com).
Kids & Teens classes are designed for kids and teens who have never taken a class before and for professional child and young adult actors. This class focuses on auditioning/cold reading, how to be truthful in scene work, connecting with other actors, taking direction, and improvisation. Even though this is a group class, the program is designed to focus on the needs and levels of each individual child.
This class is a great class for young actors just starting out or the young actor who has been at it for a while and really wants to learn how to bring authenticity to their work.
Kids/Teens LOVE this class! They learn a lot and have SO much fun! It builds confidence and helps kids/teens to feel comfortable with themselves and to own their choices and individuality.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS FOR KIDS & TEENS >
Private coaching for kids is also available either as an ongoing commitment or in Session-by-session meetings for a specific purpose, i.e. preparing for an audition, etc. Please send us an email for more info on current opportunities for private coaching (info@bayareaacting.com).
Ready to get out and PLAY?? Do you love watching “Whose Line is it Anyway?” on tv and want to get in on the fun? Here's your chance. Experience the power of play and fun of improvisation in our Improv to Performance class. Students will learn how to initiate scenes, build upon their scene partners' offers, and create scenes with a solid foundation. Topics covered include: agreement (“yes and”); active listening; using the environment, and reacting to others truthfully. If you are an actor that goes on auditions, you know the importance of being able to Improv.
CLASS MEETS FRIDAYS ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:
- MAY 12, MAY 19
- JUNE 9, JUNE 23
- JULY 7, JULY 21
... more on-going dates will be announced soon!
Join this fun and exciting class at Bay Area Acting Studio taught by Karen Brelsford at our SAN JOSE location.
Improv to Performance is designed to get your IMPROV in gear and get you ready for a live performance. We will do scenes and character development to keep your juices flowing through this on-going course that will meet every other week. Come and join the fun.
CLASS MEETS FRIDAYS ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:
- MAY 12, MAY 19
- JUNE 9, JUNE 23
- JULY 7, JULY 21
... more on-going dates will be announced soon!
Join this fun and exciting class at Bay Area Acting Studio taught by Karen Brelsford at our SAN JOSE location.
Improv to Performance is designed to get your IMPROV in gear and get you ready for a live performance. We will do scenes and character development to keep your juices flowing through this on-going course that will meet every other week. Come and join the fun.
Intensive classes with well-known Casting Directors, Instructors, and Special Guests
from Los Angeles.
from Los Angeles.
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CHECK BACK FOR MORE ANNIE GRINDLAY CLASSES SOON!
Bay Area Acting Studio welcomes back LA's top auditioning coach, Annie Grindlay for a Two Day Comedy Workshop!
2 Day Workshop
Saturday, Oct 29 through Sunday, Oct 30 (THIS CLASS HAS ALREADY OCCURRED)
10:00AM-4:00PM BOTH DAYS. Held at our *San Jose Studio
Bay Area Acting Studio is excited to welcome back LA's top auditioning coach, Annie Grindlay for
The Audition Experience - COMEDY WORKSHOP! (for ages 18 years and over)
Annie trains her actors to carve out moments, use the page, and to experience truthful moments in auditions. Over the course of this hands-on 2 day program, you will be given sides to work on and work with Annie and learn the nuances and differences involved in TV Single & MultiCamera Sitcoms. Annie has an extensive list of FILM/TV actors who study with her regularly.
No matter where you are with your acting, this class will surely propel you forward. You do not want to miss out!! Annie will teach you all the technical aspects of multi-camera sit com. The timing, the reversals, the rule of the comedic 3's and how to combine all of that with the truth of the story you are telling!
Actors will be put on tape like a real audition with sides from current TV and film productions.You watch the tape with Annie and the class and are given honest, constructive feedback.
About Annie:
Annie began teaching the art of auditioning at The Margie Haber Studio in 1988. For 20 years she honed and perfected what it means to "tell the truth" and in 2009 opened her own studio, "The Audition Experience."
As a coach, she has helped many actors on their way to groundbreaking careers. Masi Oka (Heroes), Minka Kelly (Friday Night Lights), Crista Flanagan (Hank) and Garret Wang (Star Trek Voyager) are just a few of the actors Annie has had the privilege of working with.
CHECK BACK FOR MORE ANNIE GRINDLAY CLASSES SOON!
Bay Area Acting Studio welcomes back LA's top auditioning coach, Annie Grindlay for a Two Day Comedy Workshop!
2 Day Workshop
Saturday, Oct 29 through Sunday, Oct 30 (THIS CLASS HAS ALREADY OCCURRED)
10:00AM-4:00PM BOTH DAYS. Held at our *San Jose Studio
Bay Area Acting Studio is excited to welcome back LA's top auditioning coach, Annie Grindlay for
The Audition Experience - COMEDY WORKSHOP! (for ages 18 years and over)
Annie trains her actors to carve out moments, use the page, and to experience truthful moments in auditions. Over the course of this hands-on 2 day program, you will be given sides to work on and work with Annie and learn the nuances and differences involved in TV Single & MultiCamera Sitcoms. Annie has an extensive list of FILM/TV actors who study with her regularly.
No matter where you are with your acting, this class will surely propel you forward. You do not want to miss out!! Annie will teach you all the technical aspects of multi-camera sit com. The timing, the reversals, the rule of the comedic 3's and how to combine all of that with the truth of the story you are telling!
Actors will be put on tape like a real audition with sides from current TV and film productions.You watch the tape with Annie and the class and are given honest, constructive feedback.
About Annie:
Annie began teaching the art of auditioning at The Margie Haber Studio in 1988. For 20 years she honed and perfected what it means to "tell the truth" and in 2009 opened her own studio, "The Audition Experience."
As a coach, she has helped many actors on their way to groundbreaking careers. Masi Oka (Heroes), Minka Kelly (Friday Night Lights), Crista Flanagan (Hank) and Garret Wang (Star Trek Voyager) are just a few of the actors Annie has had the privilege of working with.
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Disclaimer: Bay Area Acting Studio conducts entirely optional workshops with solely educational intent. Our workshops are not job interviews or auditions and the presence of a Casting Director, Associate, Assistant or any other industry professional is neither a promise nor guarantee of employment. Contact with an industry professional solely through a workshop in and of itself does not result in a contract with the guest or the company they represent. Workshops and Showcases are not auditions for employment or for obtaining a talent agent or talent manager. Labor code: 1703.1(b).