Own the Close-Up. Master the Moment. Train Like a Professional. This class teaches you how working actors prepare: independently, rigorously, and creatively. Union actors are expected to deliver strong work in two takes. That’s the standard — and the expectation here. Come prepared.
This is not a spoon-fed class. You are responsible for your work outside of class: fully exploring your character, making bold choices, and arriving rehearsed, focused, and ready to work.
Rehearsal Requirements (Non-Negotiable) You must rehearse a minimum of two times outside of class with your scene partner. One rehearsal may be on Zoom. Your partner depends on you. This is how you elevate your work — and how you book.
In-Class Process You will bring a prepared scene to class, shoot it, receive critique and coaching, and then shoot it again with adjustments. This mirrors a professional on-set workflow and emphasizes growth through immediate application.
If your scene results in usable footage for a clip, you may bring in a new scene the following week. If not, you may repeat the scene — provided you have rehearsed at least two additional times outside of class with your scene partner.
Please bring a thumb drive to class to receive your footage. We cannot guarantee footage will be available at a later date if you do not have your drive with you.
About the Class Great screen acting lives truthfully in the senses with subtlety and specificity. This class is designed for actors ready to deepen their on-camera craft and deliver emotionally-connected performances in intimate close-up framing.
You’ll learn to: Deliver grounded, truthful performances for the camera. Adjust technique for subtle, powerful on-screen work. Understand framing, eye lines, and continuity. Build dynamic, compelling characters in short scenes. Review playback and receive detailed, personalized coaching. Ideal for film, TV, and streaming auditions — or for actors committed to leveling up their on-camera presence.
Attendance & Payment (Non-Negotiable) Class must be paid in advance. No refunds for missed classes. Canceling on a scene partner twice (across all partners) results in removal from class without refund
Professionalism is part of the training.
*. If you are cast in a role and are in production the evening of class, you can give 5-day notice to our Studio and to your scene partner, and the cancelation will be forgiven and your class payment will be applied to an upcoming date.