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Tuesday, December 19, 2017

Three C's of Acting, starting in January!




Okay, actors! I'm starting up The Three C's of Acting starting January 25th, and I would love to have you join us!

The Three C's of Acting class will meet Thursdays (starting January 25th) from 7-10pm. It will focus on my specific approach to the art of acting. If you've never taken a class from me before, this is where you need to start. :)

For those who have taken the Three C's class before, you'll know that it's gentle, but never comfortable. It does well for actors who are just starting out, as well as those who have been working and studying for a long time. I enjoy having a mix of experience levels in this class, as it enhances the environment for everyone. The course runs for six weeks.

The classes will meet in Orem at 381 East, 230 South. It's a house, and we'll be meeting in the studio space above the garage. There will be signs, but you will enter through the gate on the right side of the house, then taking the stairs up to the studio.

Signing up:
To sign up, please go here and fill out the form. Once that's done, the payment links are below. Full payment is $175 for the 6 week course. The non-refundable deposit is $35. If you make a deposit, the remainder of the payment ($140) will be due on or before the first day of class.

Payment links:
Three C's of acting full amount--go here.
Three C's of acting deposit--go here.
Three C's of acting balance--go here (only use this option if you've paid the deposit and need to pay the remainder)

Once the classes have started, the entire amount of $175 is due, regardless of the number of classes you end up attending. If something happens during the course (for example, a show or film) and you need to withdraw, talk to me about it. I can pro-rate the remainder of the classes and use it as a deposit for my next round of classes.

For those who might need some flexibility on payment, contact me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) with a payment plan already thought through. I'll let you know whether or not it's something I can work with. I don't want the price to keep you from studying with me, so I'll do what I can to help you out!

Enrollment is limited (I like to keep the classes small), so make sure and sign up quickly! Your deposit insures your place in the course. Don't worry. If the classes fill up, I'll refund your deposit fully.

A note on tuition: you are signing up for the entire course. If you have to miss a class, you won't be refunded for that day. You're encouraged to clear your schedule on the day of class for the entire 6-week course.

Once you sign up, make sure you find and prepare a one-minute monologue (have it memorized and ready to perform for when the class starts). That will be the first thing we'll be working on. If you've never looked for a monologue, email me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) for tips and places you can start looking.

I'm excited to work with you, so let's get started!

Friday, November 3, 2017

Two November Classes--Auditions and Acting for Film



I've got a couple of new classes starting in November! Take a look!

Auditions
Tuition: $175
Feel like you're an amazing actor, but that you just can't book? Wanting to move to LA, but are afraid you don't know what to do? Need that extra edge in the room? This class will knock your socks off!

Auditions will start Monday, November 13 and will run through December 18.  Each class session will meet from 7-10pm (depending on class size).

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form.

Acting for Film
Tuition: $175
Want to understand how to translate your performance for the camera? Feel like you're a good actor but lack experience with television and film? Want to understand the industry better? This class is a perfect fit for you!

Acting for Film will begin Tuesday, November 14 and will run through December 19. Each class session will meet from 7-10pm (depending on class size).

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form.

Location:
All classes will meet at 381 East, 230 South. It's a house, and we'll be meeting in the studio space above the garage. There will be signs, but you will enter through the gate on the right side of the house, then take the stairs up to the studio.

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form. In order to secure your place in the class, you'll need to pay at least the $35 non-refundable deposit. Links are below for each class.  Full payment depends on the class. The non-refundable deposit for all classes/camps is $35. If you make a deposit, the remainder of the payment will be due on or before the first day of class. That final payment can be made in cash, check, or credit card.

Tuition payment links--

6-week Acting for Film: 
Link to pay full $175
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay balance of $140 (only after paying deposit first)

6-week Auditions:
Link to pay full $175
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay balance of $140 (only after paying deposit first)

Once the classes have started, the entire amount is due, regardless of the number of classes you end up attending. If something happens during the course (for example, a show or film) and you need to withdraw, talk to me about it. I can pro-rate the remainder of the classes and use it as a deposit for my next round of classes.

For those who might need some flexibility on payment, contact me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) with a payment plan already thought through. I'll let you know whether or not it's something I can work with.

Enrollment is limited (I like to keep the classes small), so make sure and sign up quickly! Your deposit insures your place in the course. Don't worry. If the classes fill up, I'll refund your deposit fully.

A note on tuition: you are signing up for the entire course. If you have to miss a class, you won't be refunded for that day. You're encouraged to clear your schedule on the day of class for the entire 6-week course.

Once you sign up, make sure you find and prepare a one-minute monologue for the Acting for Film class (have it memorized and ready to perform for when the class starts).  For the Auditions class, bring in auditioning sides that fit you as far as casting. That material will be the first thing we'll be working on. If you need help with this, email me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) for tips and places you can start looking.

Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Voiceover Class, Sep. 7th



Voiceover
Tuition: $175
Want to know how to get started in this exciting and growing area of performance? Love creating new voices but have no idea what you're doing in front of the mic? Want to audition in your pajamas, without leaving your home? Voiceover is the place for you! In this class, we will work on commercial/industrial, book narration, and animation/video game voiceover work.

Voiceover will start Thursday Sep. 7th and go through Oct. 12th. Each class session will meet from 7-10pm (depending on class size).

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form.

Location:
All classes will meet at 381 East, 230 South. It's a house, and we'll be meeting in the studio space above the garage. There will be signs, but you will enter through the gate on the right side of the house, then take the stairs up to the studio.

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form. In order to secure your place in the class, you'll need to pay at least the $35 non-refundable deposit. Links are below for the class.  The non-refundable deposit for the class is $35. If you make a deposit, the remainder of the payment will be due on or before the first day of class. That final payment can be made in cash, check, or credit card.

Tuition payment links--
6-week Voiceover:
Link to pay full $175
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay balance of $140 (only after paying deposit first)


Once the classes have started, the entire amount is due, regardless of the number of classes you end up attending. If something happens during the course (for example, a show or film) and you need to withdraw, talk to me about it. I can pro-rate the remainder of the classes and use it as a deposit for my next round of classes.

For those who might need some flexibility on payment, contact me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) with a payment plan already thought through. I'll let you know whether or not it's something I can work with.

Enrollment is limited (I like to keep the classes small), so make sure and sign up quickly! Your deposit insures your place in the course. Don't worry. If the classes fill up, I'll refund your deposit fully.

A note on tuition: you are signing up for the entire course. If you have to miss a class, you won't be refunded for that day. You're encouraged to clear your schedule on the day of class for the entire 6-week course.

Once you sign up,  look for commercial copy (voiceover ads from the radio or television). That material will be the first thing we'll be working on. If you need help with this, email me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) for tips and places you can start looking.

Thursday, June 8, 2017

Start dates for all classes, Summer 2017


**UPDATED DATES FOR ALL CLASSES!!**

Here it is! The definitive list of classes I'll be teaching throughout the summer. This will allow you to plan for the ones that are right for you and your progress as an actor, as well as for your schedule.

Acting for Film
Tuition: $175
Want to understand how to translate your performance for the camera? Feel like you're a good actor but lack experience with television and film? Want to understand the industry better? This class is a perfect fit for you!

Acting for Film will begin Wednesday, August 23 and will run through September 27. Each class session will meet from 7-10pm (depending on class size).

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form.

Voiceover
Tuition: $175
Want to know how to get started in this exciting and growing area of performance? Love creating new voices but have no idea what you're doing in front of the mic? Want to audition in your pajamas, without leaving your home? Voiceover is the place for you! In this class, we will work on commercial/industrial, book narration, and animation/video game voiceover work.

Voiceover will start Thursday Sep. 7th and go through Oct. 12th. Each class session will meet from 7-10pm (depending on class size).

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form.

Auditions
Tuition: $175
Feel like you're an amazing actor, but that you just can't book? Wanting to move to LA, but are afraid you don't know what to do? Need that extra edge in the room? This class will knock your socks off!

Auditions will start Monday, August 28th and go through October 2nd, skipping Sep. 9th (Labor Day). Each class session will meet from 7-10pm (depending on class size).

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form.

Location:
All classes will meet at 381 East, 230 South. It's a house, and we'll be meeting in the studio space above the garage. There will be signs, but you will enter through the gate on the right side of the house, then take the stairs up to the studio.

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form. In order to secure your place in the class, you'll need to pay at least the $35 non-refundable deposit. Links are below for each class.  Full payment depends on the class. The non-refundable deposit for all classes/camps is $35. If you make a deposit, the remainder of the payment will be due on or before the first day of class. That final payment can be made in cash, check, or credit card.

Tuition payment links--

6-week Acting for Film: 
Link to pay full $175
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay balance of $140 (only after paying deposit first)

6-week Voiceover:
Link to pay full $175
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay balance of $140 (only after paying deposit first)

6-week Auditions:
Link to pay full $175
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay balance of $140 (only after paying deposit first)

Once the classes have started, the entire amount is due, regardless of the number of classes you end up attending. If something happens during the course (for example, a show or film) and you need to withdraw, talk to me about it. I can pro-rate the remainder of the classes and use it as a deposit for my next round of classes.

For those who might need some flexibility on payment, contact me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) with a payment plan already thought through. I'll let you know whether or not it's something I can work with.

Enrollment is limited (I like to keep the classes small), so make sure and sign up quickly! Your deposit insures your place in the course. Don't worry. If the classes fill up, I'll refund your deposit fully.

A note on tuition: you are signing up for the entire course. If you have to miss a class, you won't be refunded for that day. You're encouraged to clear your schedule on the day of class for the entire 6-week course.

Once you sign up, make sure you find and prepare a one-minute monologue for the Acting for Film class (have it memorized and ready to perform for when the class starts). For the Voiceover class, look for commercial copy (voiceover ads from the radio or television). For the Auditions class, bring in auditioning sides that fit you as far as casting. That material will be the first thing we'll be working on. If you need help with this, email me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) for tips and places you can start looking.

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Acting for Film and Voiceover classes starting in Orem!


Okay, actors! I'm starting up a couple of new classes!  A 6-week Acting for Film class and a 6-week Voiceover class, both in Orem.

**ATTENTION: NEW START DATE FOR BOTH CLASSES!**

The Acting for Film class will start Monday, May 22nd, and will run through July 3rd (we will be skipping the week of June 5th). Classes will meet from 7-10pm (ending time dependent on class size). In this class, we will talk about the Three C's of Acting as they relate to working in front of the camera.

The Voiceover class will start Wednesday, May 24th, and will run through July 5th (we will be meeting on Tuesday May 30th and skipping the week of June 7th). Classes will meet from 7-10pm (ending time dependent on class size). In this class, we will talk about the Three C's as they relate to voiceover performance. We will work on commercial/industrial, book narration, and animation/video game voiceover work.

For those who have taken Acting without the Drama classes before, you'll know that it's gentle, but never comfortable. It does well for actors who are just starting out, as well as those who have been working and studying for a long time. I enjoy having a mix of experience levels in this class, as it enhances the environment for everyone. 

The classes will meet at 381 East, 230 South. It's a house, and we'll be meeting in the studio space above the garage. There will be signs, but you will enter through the gate on the right side of the house, then take the stairs up to the studio.

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form. In order to secure your place in the class, you'll need to pay at least the $35 non-refundable deposit. Links are below for each class.  Full payment is $165. The non-refundable deposit is $35. If you make a deposit, the remainder of the payment ($130) will be due on or before the first day of class. That final payment can be made in cash, check, or credit card.

6-week Acting for Film (Orem): 
Link to pay full $165
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay remainder of $130 after having already paid the deposit

6-week Voiceover (Orem):
Link to pay full $165
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay remainder of $130 after the deposit

Once the classes have started, the entire amount is due, regardless of the number of classes you end up attending. If something happens during the course (for example, a show or film) and you need to withdraw, talk to me about it. I can pro-rate the remainder of the classes and use it as a deposit for my next round of classes.

For those who might need some flexibility on payment, contact me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) with a payment plan already thought through. I'll let you know whether or not it's something I can work with.

Enrollment is limited (I like to keep the classes small), so make sure and sign up quickly! Your deposit insures your place in the course. Don't worry. If the classes fill up, I'll refund your deposit fully.

A note on tuition: you are signing up for the entire course. If you have to miss a class, you won't be refunded for that day. You're encouraged to clear your schedule on the day of class for the entire 6-week course.

Once you sign up, make sure you find and prepare a one-minute monologue for the Acting for Film class (have it memorized and ready to perform for when the class starts). For the Voiceover class, look for commercial copy (voiceover ads from the radio or television). That material will be the first thing we'll be working on. If you need help with this, email me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) for tips and places you can start looking.

I'm excited to work with you, so let's get started!

Friday, March 17, 2017

Acting for Film Classes in Orem and SLC!


Okay, actors! I'm starting up a couple of new classes!  Two 6-week Acting for Film classes--one in Orem, one in SLC.

The Orem Acting for Film class will start Monday, March 27th, and will run Mondays (7-10pm) through May 1st.

The SLC Acting for Film class will start Wednesday, March 29th, and will run Wednesdays (7-10pm) through May 3rd.

For those who have taken Acting without the Drama classes before, you'll know that it's gentle, but never comfortable. It's based on my Three C's of Acting class, that addresses the way that actors become more present and charismatic. It does well for actors who are just starting out, as well as those who have been working and studying for a long time. I enjoy having a mix of experience levels in this class, as it enhances the environment for everyone. 

The Orem classes will meet at 381 East, 230 South. It's a house, and we'll be meeting in the studio space above the garage. There will be signs, but you will enter through the gate on the right side of the house, then take the stairs up to the studio.

The SLC class' location is at Avrec Art House (320 S 300 E Ste 201, Salt Lake City, UT 84111).

The Orem classes are $165. The SLC course is $185 (due to travel and additional cost for the space).

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form. In order to secure your place in the class, you'll need to pay at least the $35 non-refundable deposit. Links are below for each class.  Full payment is $165 for the Orem classes and $185 for the Salt Lake class. The non-refundable deposit is $35. If you make a deposit, the remainder of the payment ($130 or $150) will be due on or before the first day of class. That final payment can be made in cash, check, or credit card.

Orem 6-week Acting for Film:
Link to pay full $165
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay remainder of $130 after the deposit

SLC 6-week Acting for Film: 
Link to pay full $185
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay remainder of $150 after having already paid the deposit

Once the classes have started, the entire amount is due, regardless of the number of classes you end up attending. If something happens during the course (for example, a show or film) and you need to withdraw, talk to me about it. I can pro-rate the remainder of the classes and use it as a deposit for my next round of classes.

For those who might need some flexibility on payment, contact me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) with a payment plan already thought through. I'll let you know whether or not it's something I can work with.

Enrollment is limited (I like to keep the classes small), so make sure and sign up quickly! Your deposit insures your place in the course. Don't worry. If the classes fill up, I'll refund your deposit fully.

A note on tuition: you are signing up for the entire course. If you have to miss a class, you won't be refunded for that day. You're encouraged to clear your schedule on the day of class for the entire 6-week course.

Once you sign up, make sure you find and prepare a one-minute monologue for the Acting for Film class (have it memorized and ready to perform for when the class starts). It's best if you find a piece from film or television. If you need help with this, email me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) for tips and places you can start looking. A couple of sources to start with: www.imsdb.com and www.script-o-rama.com.

I'm excited to work with you, so let's get started!

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

Two New Classes!


Okay, actors! I'm starting up a couple of new classes!  A 6-week Voiceover class in Orem and a 6-week Acting for Film class in SLC.

The Voiceover class will start Monday, February 13th, and will run through March 20th. In this class, we will talk about the Three C's as they relate to voiceover performance. We will work on commercial/industrial, book narration, and animation/video game voiceover work.

The Acting for Film class in SLC will start Wednesday, February 15th, and will run through March 22nd. Other than the schedule, the details are the same as the 2-week intensive above.

For those who have taken Acting without the Drama classes before, you'll know that it's gentle, but never comfortable. It does well for actors who are just starting out, as well as those who have been working and studying for a long time. I enjoy having a mix of experience levels in this class, as it enhances the environment for everyone. 

The Orem classes will meet at 381 East, 230 South. It's a house, and we'll be meeting in the studio space above the garage. There will be signs, but you will enter through the gate on the right side of the house, then take the stairs up to the studio.

The SLC class' location is at Avrec Art House (320 S 300 E Ste 201, Salt Lake City, UT 84111).

The Orem classes are $165. The SLC course is $185 (due to travel and additional cost for the space).

To sign up, please go here and fill out the form. In order to secure your place in the class, you'll need to pay at least the $35 non-refundable deposit. Links are below for each class.  Full payment is $165 for the Orem classes and $185 for the Salt Lake class. The non-refundable deposit is $35. If you make a deposit, the remainder of the payment ($130 or $150) will be due on or before the first day of class. That final payment can be made in cash, check, or credit card.

6-week Voiceover (Orem):
Link to pay full $165
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay remainder of $130 after the deposit

6-week Acting for Film (SLC): 
Link to pay full $185
Link to pay $35 deposit
Link to pay remainder of $150 after having already paid the deposit

Once the classes have started, the entire amount is due, regardless of the number of classes you end up attending. If something happens during the course (for example, a show or film) and you need to withdraw, talk to me about it. I can pro-rate the remainder of the classes and use it as a deposit for my next round of classes.

For those who might need some flexibility on payment, contact me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) with a payment plan already thought through. I'll let you know whether or not it's something I can work with.

Enrollment is limited (I like to keep the classes small), so make sure and sign up quickly! Your deposit insures your place in the course. Don't worry. If the classes fill up, I'll refund your deposit fully.

A note on tuition: you are signing up for the entire course. If you have to miss a class, you won't be refunded for that day. You're encouraged to clear your schedule on the day of class for the entire 6-week course.

Once you sign up, make sure you find and prepare a one-minute monologue for the Acting for Film class (have it memorized and ready to perform for when the class starts). For the Voiceover class, look for commercial copy (voiceover ads from the radio or television). That material will be the first thing we'll be working on. If you need help with this, email me (actingwithoutthedrama -at- gmail -dot- com) for tips and places you can start looking.

I'm excited to work with you, so let's get started!