Film School of Drama - Advanced

Students will learn more advanced acting techniques, screenwriting skills, and generally improve their understanding of theater/film performance from auditioning to play/film production.

Growing up as the daughter of a professional film critic in Los Angeles I always knew that I wanted to be an actor. I began stage acting in elementary school, studied for many years through various workshops, college courses, private lessons and coaching, and classically trained as a Shakespearean player. My professional film career began in high school when I appeared on several television shows and movies. I've personally worked with, and trained with, some of the best actors in Hollywood. I continued working as an actor until becoming a mother when I made the decision to stay home to raise my 3 kids, who are all now adults and working artists. I've been teaching all aspects of the performing arts for 30 years. I hold a BA in Media & Film Studies with a minor in Theater Arts.

Homework:
Scene study - Memorizing lines
Observation - watching films and TV outside of class
Writing - students will create characters and write original scenes together on a collaborative Google Doc
Costuming and make-up prep

Learners will be assessed on their class participation and dedication to putting in the time toward becoming a better actor.

1 hour 30 minutes per week in class, and an estimated 2 - 4 hours per week outside of class.