This fun, supportive, mixed-level acting class has been ongoing and growing for 15 years. Each class series, participants are guided through a variety of warm-ups, ensemble acting games, discussions, and specific exercises for actors developed by Sanford Meisner. The Meisner technique first builds connection through attentive observations, repetition, listening, and allowing for moment-to-moment authentic responses. Perhaps you are thinking about class because you want to….
· Get physical with acting games and playful interactions. · Gain confidence on stage and in front of groups. · Develop vocal freedom and spontaneity in a state of flow. · Realize the range of authenticity in yourself and in others. · Explore an embodied mindfulness approach to acting. · Practice opening the heart and shifting perception. · Build trust and establish permission to explore conflict in good faith. · Expand a character’s range, vocabulary, and point of view. · Endow and deepen your imagination with specific meaningful imagery. · Learn advanced techniques and tips for a variety of acting situations & styles.
Register for an authentic and transformational acting experience!
Introduction to Meisner September 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 Saturdays 10am – 1pm $270 (6 class series) ***Registration***
Class Location: Twilight Theater Company 7515 N. Brandon Ave. Portland, OR 97217