OCT 26 & 27 – ACTING FOR DIRECTORS
This weekend workshop will focus on acting technique and scenework as well as guidance on how to communicate the director’s vision to actors. It will give directors the opportunity to approach the work from an actor’s perspective and gain confidence in getting the desired performance from actors.
We will cover:
- Languaging what you want
- Learning acting techniques and applying to scenework
- Getting inside the actor’s point of view on set
- Clarifying how actors approach their work
- Creating a collaborative relationship with actors
Saturday, October 26, 10:00 am – 6:00pm AND Sunday, October 27, 10:00 am – 2:00pm
(note that Sunday is half day)
Location: TBD (Hollywood area)
Cost: $275
For more information or to register please email info (at) michaeldcohen.com
NOV 9th – BOOKING ROLES IN TV COMEDY
Do you want to add more television comedy credits to your resume? Instructor Michael D. Cohen applies his unique holistic approach to comedy to help you bring your unique truth, aliveness and playfulness to your work. Learn specific techniques for analyzing a scene for comedy, nailing the jokes, tone and pacing, and make acting choices that respect the writers yet make you stand out in the casting session. This is a hands-on workshop in which a few members will be asked from the audience to work at the front of the room. You may bring a comedic monologue or a prepared scene if you wish to volunteer.
Click here to register: SAG-AFTRA Conservatory at the American Film Institute
November 9th 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
You must be a Conservatory member to register. Contact (323) 856-7736