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Learn the essential acting techniques and improve your performance skills in NYC with classes that cover character development, scene study, and improvisation.
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Double Trouble: A Dual Wielding Taster Track
NYC Stage & Screen Combat @ 356 W 40th St, New York, NY
Sometimes It Takes Two Double your options! This 6-week track will take a look at the martial theory of dual weapons as well give students an introduction to some of the most popular weapon combinations before applying all of that knowledge and skill into choreography. Students will be able to explore: Tomahawk & Knife Rapier & Dagger Case of Rapier (Double Rapier) NYCSS HOME BASE Here are a few notes and instructions about entering...
Fantasy Choreography: A Six Week Track
NYC Stage & Screen Combat @ 356 W 40th St, New York, NY
You’ve learned the twirls. You’ve practiced the tricks. Now What? This 6-week track will focus on the application of the styles and tricks of fantasy sword work in choreography. After a quick refresher, students will begin building those skills into choreography with the goal of building into a multi-phrase fight to challenge the skills of any performer. NYCSS HOME BASE Here are a few notes and instructions about entering the space: There...
Shakespeare Scene Study
Rude Grooms @ 325 w 38th St., New York, NY
A four-week class in which each actor will explore a scene from a play either by Shakespeare, by another playwright of the time (i.e., Mary Wroth, Thomas Middleton, Mary Sidney, and Ben Jonson), or a play of any era which uses heightened text, direct address/audience interaction, and creating the world of the play through imagery and action as much or more than through technical design (i.e., the plays of Moliere, the plays of the Spanish Comedia,...
Intermediate
18 and older
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Therapeutic Scene Study
NY Creative Arts Therapists @ 190 N 10th St, Brooklyn, NY
Using Tennessee Williams’ play The Glass Menagerie, this therapeutic scene study group invites adults to explore creative problem solving, relationships, and emotional expression through drama therapy. Each week, the group will read and act in scenes from the play, rehearse new roles and build relationships through drama. Each group participant will play different roles, as well as engage in the group process as an active audience member....
Developing the Improvi-play - The Emotional Improviser
IRTE @ 411 W 41st St, New York, NY
In improvised scene work, having an emotional take on the environment, the relationships, and events helps bring life to your work, as well as give more definition to a character. In this rehearsal, we will explore methods and tools to better provide our characters with an emotional viewpoint, while maintaining a consistency that is still flexible and spontaneous enough for in-the-moment discovery and growth.
$10
Welcome to Fall(ing)
NYC Stage & Screen Combat @ 356 W 40th St, New York, NY
At this Seminar, participants will have the chance to interact with their most supportive scene partner, the ground! Falling or Rolling, it will always be there for you and we want to work with gravity to get ourselves to the ground safely and replicably. This seminar will cover the ways we can fall to the ground and the many ways we have of putting people there; push, punch or kick. Once you know how to greet the ground, let’s roll along it! ...
$75
Sunday, Bloody Sunday: A Blood Seminar
NYC Stage & Screen Combat @ 356 W 40th St, New York, NY
A bloody mess is a powerful tool for evoking a visceral reaction in your audience (plus, it’s fun too!) This class will cover: How to make blood packs for broad spatter or directional hits. How to “pop” them correctly (on the body & in the mouth). Palming packs and Proximity packs Various types of blood effects (liquid, powder & thick blood) Learn how to make home made blood: for clothing, washable, edible, to simulate brain matter...
$75
The Long & Short of It: Knife vs Staff
NYC Stage & Screen Combat @ 356 W 40th St, New York, NY
Discover the ultimate battle between a short blade and a 6-foot staff in this exhilarating seminar at NYC Stage & Screen Combat. Learn the art of technique and reach as you explore the strengths and weaknesses of knife and spear combat. Unleash your inner warrior in this action-packed class suitable for all skill levels.
$75
The Quarterstaff: Sunday Seminar
NYC Stage & Screen Combat @ 356 W 40th St, New York, NY
Unleash your inner Robin Hood and master the art of combat with the quarterstaff in this exciting 6-week weapon track. Learn twirls, tricks, and choreography for stage and screen at NYC Stage & Screen Combat.
$75
Clown Combat for the Improviser With Judi Lewis-Ockler
IRTE @ 353 W 48th St, New York, NY
This workshop is designed to introduce stage combat as a tool for the clown/improviser who wants a fight performance of the moment, executed with safe, reliable, structured technique the performer can depend on, so as not to maim or die or scare the audience for real! Clown Combat introduces basic timing and rhythmic elements inherent to physical comedy and clown using high energy games, improvisation, and simple unarmed stage combat techniques....
$70
Musical Improv with Deb Rabbai
IRTE @ 411 W 41st St, New York, NY
In an environment of support and nurturing; we will work together as a group to begin the journey of learning how to be a musical improviser. We will focus on listening to the music that the pianist plays and learning how to create memorable melodies by accepting the musical offers and our own musical offers. We will do this by learning how to; Communicate with your improv musician and develop an awareness of how to accept musical offers....
$70
Clown Combat for the Improviser Too
IRTE @ 353 W 48th St, New York, NY
This workshop is designed to continue exploring stage combat and clown techinques as tools for the clown/improviser who wants a fight performance of the moment, executed with safe, reliable, structured technique the performer can depend on, so as not to maim or die or scare the audience for real! Clown Combat Too! continues basic timing and rhythmic elements inherent to physical comedy and clown using high energy games, improvisation, and simple...
$70
My Date With Shakespeare - Twelfth Night
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Does Shakespeare scare you or has it just been a long time since you and Shakespeare have spent time together? Have no fear! Becca C. Kidwell will reintroduce you on a cozy Saturday afternoon. Together we will go over Shakespeare's background and language. Then we will read and discuss a selection from his romantic comedy Twelfth Night. BONUS: All participants will take home their own copy of Twelfth Night and receive a discount to Swiftly Tilting...
$10
Beginner Acting Intensive (8-Weeks)
The Barrow Group Acting School @ 520 8th Avenue, New York, NY
Unlock the secrets of authentic performance in just 8 weeks. Dive into ensemble building, script analysis, and scene study while discovering the natural spontaneity within your acting. Whether you're a complete novice or seeking to refine your skills, this intensive lays the groundwork for your journey in the craft.
Tue, Jul 11th, 6:30–9:30pm EDT
(48 hours over 16 sessions)
AT Winter Intensive: In-Person Fundamental Track
Alexander Technique Winter Intensive A 5-day program for self-discovery in the Alexander Technique! Join us for a week-long intensive to deepen your understanding and embodiment of the Alexander Technique. The Balance Arts Center faculty will guide you to a new and more nuanced understanding of how the AT process as taught at the BAC can help you enhance every aspect of your life and art form. Winter Intensive Features: Online &...
Master Class: Level I (Ages 12+)
Wagner College Lifelong Learning
This advanced acting class will prepare young actors for work in the entertainment industry, whether on the Broadway stage or on set. Students will learn proper technique based on the philosophies of Stanislavsky and Meisner. Note: Email confirmations will be sent upon registration and again a few days prior to the start of the course with room location.
Professional Weekend Acting Workshop
The Barrow Group Acting School @ 312 W 36th St, New York, NY
Learn particular approach to script analysis, techniques for picking out the fundamental story structure and arriving at simple actionable things to do that tell the story and free the actor. How the TBG Acting Workshop is Structured Saturday 10-1 pm: Intro to TBG acting technique, including changing the paradigm, lying exercise, silent improv. Saturday 2-5pm: A particular approach to script analysis—techniques for picking out the fundamental...
One Day Commercial Audition Workshop
The Barrow Group Acting School @ 312 W 36th St, New York, NY
Pre-requisite: This is an open level class. Please note, it is not a beginner class and we recommend students have previous professional training and experience. This class is designed for professional actors who want to explore and learn more about commercial auditioning. In this One Day Commercial Audition workshop, students learn how to prepare for an audition, acting tools for your audition, and what you need to do during your callback session....
$195
The Director’s Perspective
This 6-week workshop is for directors seeking to refine their analytical skills to translate what they see on stage to their own work. Along with Lisa Rothe (SDC Award-nominated Director, Hold These Truths with Epic Theatre Ensemble) and your fellow directors, you will see one Broadway and five Off-Broadway shows, each through a specific directorial lens. You will pay specific focus on incorporating visual design elements, aural design elements,...
AT Winter Intensive: Online Fundamental Track
Alexander Technique Winter Intensive A 5-day program for self-discovery in the Alexander Technique! Join us for a week-long intensive to deepen your understanding and embodiment of the Alexander Technique. The Balance Arts Center faculty will guide you to a new and more nuanced understanding of how the AT process as taught at the BAC can help you enhance every aspect of your life and art form. Winter Intensive Features: Online &...
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