Acting Level 1: Commercials, Monologues, Scenes (FLEX)
Choreography by Rae
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In this 8 week course, actors will dive deep into developing a character for both commercials and monologues.
Class experience
In this self-paced course actors will work on acting skills through games, commercial reading, and monologues. This is not an improv class. Each week, actors will receive a series of selected warm-up activities as well as instructions on how to study acting material. Students are encourage to practice assigned pieces and memorize them. Students who wish to receive feedback on their acting performance are welcome to post a video of their acting work (easily recorded on a smart-phone or...
8 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Understanding acting as a hobby and as profession.Learners will explore how acting (whether paid or unpaid) differs from playing "make believe" with friends. They will also learn about some different types of acting opportunities including: theater, mime, voice over, film, t.v.Week 2Lesson 2Studying Commercial Copy and EmotionsLearners use games to explore emotions and learn techniques to apply those emotions to their acting. Learners will also learn how to analyze and breakdown commercial copy.Week 3Lesson 3Studying Commercial Copy and Creating the EnvironmentLearners explore techniques to establish "environment" and learn how to apply this skill to their acting. Learners will apply this technique to breaking down commercial copy.Week 4Lesson 4Studying the Monologue and Character BreakdownLearners will work on how to break down a monologue and make strong character choices.Week 5Lesson 5Studying the Monologue and Making Choices and Taking DirectionLearners will work learn how to take adjust a performance as if given feedback from a director.Week 6Lesson 6Understanding Auditions and how to use monologues in AuditionsLearners will explore the audition process and how monologues are used in auditions.Week 7Lesson 7The Audition Process: how to audition in-person for theater and on-cameraLearners will be guided through what to expect in a theater audition and how to perform their best. Next, they'll be guided to how to perform for an in-person on-camera audition.Week 8Lesson 8The Audition Process: how to create a self-tape and how to audition remotelyLearners will dive into actor submitted auditions (how to set up, what to do) and how to prepare for a Zoom/ remote live audition.
This class is taught in English.
I have worked as a professional actress and performance artist for well over a decade. I love acting and have been fortunate enough to travel throughout the United States as a paid actor. When I’m not performing, I can be found in schools directing the school play and teaching young actors how to bring characters to life. I have worked as a casting director, director, assistant director, choreographer, writer, producer, and as an actor. As an actor, I know how important it is to continue to practice your craft and I'm excited to help other young actors by providing a safe and fun class.
Homework Offered
Students will be asked to practice their assigned pieces (monologues or scenes) outside of class. Memorization or being “off book” is encouraged. Students will also be encouraged to use supplies at home for the final class to bring their character to life. Suggestions for supplies may include: wear a hat, wear sunglasses, bring a book as a prop. Students will not be asked to buy anything for class.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Students should be comfortable dealing with themes such as murder, bullying, love, and fear. We select material that avoids profanity and though age-appropriate a bullying piece might include the word "stupid." We honor the writer's words. This is important when using material from real plays and films as we are not legally allowed to change their words. Students should be mature enough to understand the difference between real and imaginary. We do not use guns as props in class. A piece on "murder" may mention a gun. Participants must be mature enough to understand that referencing a murder or referencing a gun is a part of the character's imaginary world. Students will be asked to practice their assigned pieces (monologues or scenes) outside of class. Memorization or being “off book” is encouraged. Students will also be encouraged to use supplies at home for the final class to bring their character to life. Suggestions for supplies may include: wear a hat, wear sunglasses, bring a book as a prop. Students will not be asked to buy anything for class.
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(582)
Choreography by Rae has been creating self-confidence boosting programming since 2015. We're more than just movement. Academic and Life Skills: - Creative Writing - Essay Writing - Tutoring - Decluttering & Organization - Storytime Coding &...
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weekly or $120 for all content8 pre-recorded lessons
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Ages: 11-16
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