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- We offer acting programs at every level; not tidbits of one aspect of acting. They are designed for the actor who is just beginning and to the actor who has a professional career. I still have actors I’ve trained for 10 years with me. They are working but still train. This GYM isn’t for someone who thinks they can get to be an A star on the fast lane. The world doesn’t work that way for the majority of us, and if you think you are one of the few who can… well go somewhere else and take your tidbit acting classes just to put on your resume.
- Our acting programs at THE ACTORS GYM are all professional acting programs focusing on acting, the growth of the actor, and auditioning for film, television, commercials and stage. You are always training and developing- I don’t leave people stagnant.
- All programs are taught with a proven curriculum and a sound structure to ensure each talent’s growth. I can’t guarantee you will turn into the next Pachino, or a Meryl Streep. You will grow and be the best of you as an actor.
- Assessments: for 30 minutes. For new actors who are looking for an assessment of their abilities and advice on furthering their career or skill set. Be prepared to do a cold reading if asked.
- Consultations: for 30 minutes, my students are free, outsiders $25. Discussions regarding work, career, skills, direction, advice, etc…Bring your head shots and resumes. I will tell you what you need to know about them. If it’s a bad head shot I will tell you and what you can do to correct it. I won’t push someone on you to take photographs of you. I don’t care if you have a friend who is a photographer, want one of my friends who are, or your mother. If they take a good head shot of you, that’s all that counts. I don’t make my living off of commissions from head shots like others.
PHASE I : The first step to truly becoming the actor you know you are in whichever medium you prefer. A strong program with professional ideals that gives all actors a chance to learn and develop in a challenging and nurturing environment.
- Physical and Vocal Awareness
- Improvisation
- Listening and Reacting
- Scene Skills for film and TV
- Monologue Auditions for Stage and Film
- On Camera Auditioning Skills
- Industry Awareness
- Basic stage and theater awareness
- Commercials / Improvise and Scripted
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS PHASE?
Actors with little to no experience or training, or who have been out of it for a significant period of time and have not acted in many years. People who are wanting to see if this is the right road for them, or those who know this is who they are and what they should be doing, and are finally ready to put in the effort and take the leap.
COMMITMENT: Minimum 3 months. Four classes per month.
FEE: $150 per month
CLASS SIZE: Limited to 10 students per Group.
How long? 2 hours
PHASE II: This is where the emotional life and ability to practically apply what you have been taught is put to the test.
- Physical and Vocal Warm-up Process
- Improvisation for rehearsal techniques and in auditions
- Living Believably in the moment
- Script comprehension and in depth analysis
- Competitive Monologues that get you represented
- On Camera Auditioning Skills
- Industry Planning
- Technique and Craft that can be translated throughout the mediums, stage to screen
- Commercials / Improv and Scripted
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS PHASE?
Actors who have had some previous training and/or experience who may have a working knowledge of technique and terminology, but may now be embarking on a greater understanding and in depth application of the skills to produce real moments and believable characters. Actors who may be ready to begin being seen by the industry and need the guidance to set it all in motion, or have put themselves out in the industry and may not be seeing the results yet and need to re-visit their plan and abilities. Actors who are looking for a challenge and to be taken past their personal expectations of themselves.
COMMITMENT: Minimum 3 months. Four classes per month.
FEE: $150 per month
CLASS SIZE: Limited to 10 students per Group.
2 Hrs
YOU CAN EXPECT IN THIS LEVEL:
- You will work on camera
- Students do more on their feet than in their seats.
- A professional and traditional acting school that encompasses all of our programs at all levels.
- To work with material from recent films, TV shows and commercials, as well as use material from challenging plays.
- To work towards moving up to Master Class.
- A plan to get you to the next level and get your career started.
- In depth rehearsal techniques and personal process and approach.
- Work on expanding your emotional range and availability.
- Clearly seeing what you need to bring to auditions that will get you called back.
- Clean up your habits and other approaches that may be getting in your way of success.
- An all school, all levels, Master Class with studio Director KP PHAGNASAY every other month.
MASTER CLASS
WHAT:
A long term, intensive, professional, honest program that pushes you to the height of your physical, intellectual and emotional ability, all while accommodating your life as a working actor and providing you with performance opportunities.
WHAT IS TAUGHT:
- Physical and Vocal Preparation, speech, diction and breath work
- Improvisation
- On-Camera training for auditioning and on set work
- Performance for stage and screen
- Commercials / Improv and Scripted
- Use of Self
- Emotional readiness
- Rehearsal techniques
- Body & Voice Technique (WESTERN/ASIAN style)
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
Actors who are on the professional level and ready to continue training as such. Actors who have enough foundational training and/or experience that they are self-sufficient with material from any medium. Actors who are working still on finding the real moment, living in the emotional reality and can play realistically with other professional actors.
COMMITMENT: One Year
FEE: $125.00 per month
YOU CAN EXPECT IN THIS LEVEL:
- You will be given an opportunity twice a year to participate in the Performance Group.
- A professional and traditional acting school that encompasses all of our programs at all levels.
- Students are choosing their own scenes and pursuing their own partners.
- You are working on stage and in front of the camera.
- Presentations of in class material every other month to entire student body of all class levels during an all school Master Class. Talents work is evaluated by THE ACTORS GYM designated Directors.
- No end time on the nighttime classes, we go until we’re done that night!
IMPROV WORKOUT (8 wks)
Beginning Improvisation Class: “Learning how to let go”
Instructor: Brian Emerson
Brian Emerson has been a performer for over 17 years. In addition to several stage and screen credits, he has studied shortform and longform improvisation at ComedySportz Philadelphia and San Jose, trained musical improvisation under master teacher Jill Bernard in Philadelphia, and has even clashed swords with fellow improvisation instructor and Fresno native Alan Hawkins.
Improvisation is an essential feather in the cap of all actors, regardless of medium. If you’re serious about honing your craft, then you must study improvisation. Whether you want to learn shortform or longform, delve into the depths of “the Harold,” or just improve your audition and acting skills while having tons of fun, improvisation is the perfect place to start! In addition, you’ll gain a valuable skill that can actually improve your personal life as well. Do better in interviews, dates, making friends. Heck, improvisation is practically a cure-all! So, what are you waiting for?
ACCEPTING ENROLLMENT NOW!
IMPROV (SCENE STUDY)
COACH : NICK HAAS
Nick Haas is a local actor who improvises. He has been doing local theatre since 2006. In 2007 he cofounded the Blimprov Comedy Troupe with other local improvisers to study, perform, and advance Improv in the central valley. Blimprov has performed at local Theatres, High Schools, Bars, Restaurants and Festivals since its inception. He has studied at Fresno City College, CSU Fresno, CSU Summer Arts as well as The Second City with Dave Razowsky and Dave Hill.
THE ACTORS COMBAT WORKOUT (Sat.10am-1pm)
On the set of THE CONTENDER
Learning the fundamental of stunt/fight for stage/film. We look at safety, coordination,camera work, weapon,hand to hand,and many more. If you want to learn about what it takes to make an action move well..then this is a great workout for ACTORS,DIRECTORS,ETC. It is a hands on workout! We workout and we shoot them…
COACHING WITH KP
AUDITIONS
- Audition Coaching: $50.00 per hour
- Phone or Skype Coaching: Should only be used for audition coaching. Same fees apply as regular audition coaching. I usually do this with my Hawaii clients but it goes for anyone outside of the Fresno/Clovis area.
- Video View: Send your video link or file of your audition piece via email for notes. Do not send videos without requesting this service first so you can be guaranteed availability to view it.
When requesting an audition coaching, please always email the material, breakdown, audition date, and role you are reading for as well as any other pertinent information about the audition immediately when you request the coaching. If this material is not sent quickly, your audition coaching cannot be prioritized and any necessary work cannot be done to prepare for your coaching. Email to KP@KPACTORSGYM.COM with the subject : AUDITION HELP
PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOP SERIES
Keep your eyes out as we bring you industry people to the GYM. WORKSHOPS in the planning…..
SHAKESPEARE/CLASSICAL WORKSHOP (ON-GOING)
ACTORS GYM would like to welcome on board ANN VERMEl, who will be our SHAKESPEARE/CLASSICAL instructor. CLASS STARTS JULY 11, 2010. ONGOING Training. This is not a quick class to get only pieces of information. You will be trained and evaluated as you grow. Ann has an impressive theatrical background in the performancing arts. As an actor, it is important to be well rounded. Personally, I know that casting directors/agents will look at those who have been trained in Shakespeare/classical work. Not cast in community plays but trained. WHY? It is a well disciplined area in the arts, and the classical plays cover universal themes that endure the ages. Once you can start grasping those characters you will be better served, when you start needing a place to draw from in parts you play in the future. Look at great examples, Sir Lawrence Oliver (I trained under his protégé’ Terence Knapp), Judy Dench, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellan, Kenneth Branagh, lot of Sci-Fi/ Fantasy actors you see such as those on Lord Of the Rings- Ben Kingsley, and Harry Potter. With Ann on Board, there are no excuses. Get training, and grow!
INSTRUCTOR: ANN VERMEL
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