[e-drive][WORKSHOP DIGEST FOR WEEK OF FEBRUARY 16]
Chris Blanchenot
chris at caea.com
Tue Feb 17 11:59:52 EST 2004
Please direct all responses and inquiries directly to the theatre or
association listed in the e-drive notice below.
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WORKSHOP DIGEST FOR WEEK OF FEBRUARY 16
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1. ENHANCE YOUR TV CAREER - VANCOUVER
2. SANFORD MEISNER ACTING TECHNIQUE - VANCOUVER
3. YOUNG ACTORS' STUDIO - VANCOUVER
4. CLOWN MASTER CLASS - KITCHENER
5. THE VOICE-OVER OVERVIEW WEEKEND - TORONTO
1. ENHANCE YOUR TV CAREER - VANCOUVER
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Special discount (over 15%) for all Equity members.
ENHANCE / IMPROVE or KICK START
your TV career with CAEA Member Ellie Harvie
through improvisation
"Unleash The Power" February 29th 10am to 4:30pm
($125.00 pus gst) ($100 plus gst for CAEA members)
"Harness The Power" March 20th & 21st 10am to 3:30pm
($200 plus gst) ($160 plus gst for CAEA members)
At the William Davis Centre, Vancouver, BC
Call Rock.Paper.Scissors at 604-730-9596 to register
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2. SANFORD MEISNER ACTING TECHNIQUE - VANCOUVER
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A TASTE OF REPETITION
Sanford Meisner Acting Technique
A Taste of Repetition, The Meisner Repetition Workshop with Russell
Bennett and Gillian Stevens-Guille is starting another session.
LOCATION & SCHEDULE
Classes are at the Studio on the Drive, 2910 Commercial Drive,
Vancouver, at 13th Avenue 2 blocks from Broadway Skytrain Station
Classes are on Fridays from 6:30-10pm and Sundays from 3:00-6:30pm
Classes begin Friday, March 5, 2004 and end Sunday, April 11, 2004.
There are 12 classes in total.
REGISTRATION & TUITION
Email or call to reserve a space. Class size is 12 actors.
russbennett at shaw.ca
604-990-4685
The fee is $250, $200 for Equity members, which includes GST is due by
February 28, 2004
Send a money order or cheque payable to:
Russell Bennett
#118-360 East 2nd Street
North Vancouver, BC
V7L 4N6.
Do you want to be a great actor? Then act truthfully.
Build a strong and flexible instrument through REPETITION.
What is repetition? Why repeat?
Repetition is an acting exercise developed by Sanford Meisner at the
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre in New York City. It is
the first element of Meisner's acting technique, and is a simple and
direct way for you to connect to other actors and your own truthful
behaviour. The goals are listening, answering and behaving truthfully
from moment to moment. Russell and his new teaching partner, Gillian,
will hone your instincts; consider them as your Personal Instinct
Trainers!
"Repetition is an exercise designed to eliminate all intellectuality
from the actor's instrument, and to make him a spontaneous responder to
where he is, what's happening to him, and what's being done to him." -
Sanford Meisner
A TASTE OF REPETITION is the beginner level workshop. This workshop is
for both beginners to the Meisner technique or Meisner-trained actors
wishing to refresh their skills. Russell's workshop gives you a safe,
nurturing environment to take risks and reveal your truthful behaviour.
You will experience dynamic exchanges between you and your acting
partner, deepening your ability to act on the stage or screen.
Repetition is the foundation for scene work in theatre, television and
film, and is required for other levels of the technique taught in
Russell and Gillian's intermediate and advanced workshops.
Russell Bennett and Gillian Stevens-Guille are both graduates of the
Neighbourhood Playhouse School of the Theatre. Other alumni include
Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton, Jeff Goldblum, Sydney Pollock, Dylan
McDermott, Illeana Douglas and Allison Janney. At the Playhouse,
Russell and Gillian studied Meisner's acting technique with Richard
Pinter, Ron Stetson and Gary Kingston. Originally from Toronto, both
Russell and Gillian began repeating in 1996 in Toronto with Jacqueline
McClintock.
Before the first class, it is recommended that actors read the book
Sanford Meisner on Acting by Sanford Meisner and Dennis Longwell (New
York: Random House, 1987).
Comments from Russell's students:
"Russell's simple and direct approach makes the actor feel understood
and safe, allowing them to explore and take risks. Russell has the
innate ability to know what the actor is feeling. He is smart,
sensitive and has a finely-tuned instrument himself. But most
importantly, he doesn't let you get away with anything!" - Jason
Fraser, Actor, Graduate of the Neighbourhood Playhouse
"Russell's Repetition classes are amazing! He is truly a gifted
teacher, freely sharing his experience and passion for the craft with
us. His perceptiveness is a valuable attribute in class, as he is able
to tune in to our behaviour and call us on it...when needed! There have
been some challeging moments for me during the process, (and I'm sure
there will be more), but with Russell's encouragement and support I have
persevered and definitely grown as an actor. It is a fabulous feeling to
know you're in the right class." - Chezlene Kocian, Actor
"Russ has a keen sense of calling out the truth in all of us. He
chooses the perfect words to help us see the right path. This class is
fun!" - Dianna David, Actor and Dancer
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3. YOUNG ACTORS' STUDIO - VANCOUVER
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Just say Y.A.S.!!!
second avenue studios presents
The Young Actors' Studio!
Young Actor's Studio focuses on individuals' strengths and creative
needs by offering a strong foundation in technique and personalized
instruction.
Six Week Course - Start Dates: Sunday, March 7th Or Sunday, May 2
7-13 years of age
COST:
$200.00 + GST
Please note all children who are equity members or who have a parent who
is an equity member are entitled to a 20% discount.
OUR INSTRUCTOR: Leanne Jijian Hume has been acting on stage
professionally for over 11 years. She holds a B.A. Honours degree in
theatre, (both in performance & production) and has over a decade of
combined experience teaching both in traditional classrooms, as well as
a variety of theatre settings.
Leanne is also a working Film and TV actor here in Vancouver,
represented by Kirk Talent. Some of her selected film and television
credits are "Honestly Stan", "Dead Like Me" and "The L Word."
Space is limited, so please contact us today!
For more information, check out our website: www.second-ave.com
Second Avenue Studios
p. 604.877.7705 f. 604.877.0021
classes at second-ave.com
www.second-ave.com
P.S.: don't forget to have fun
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4. CLOWN MASTER CLASS WITH LEAH CHERNIAK THEATRE & COMPANY - KITCHENER
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"Clown reminds us of our children; it reminds us of our humanity. You
will feel vulnerable, exposed, a bit goofy and sometimes even funny. It
reminds us that we must fail. And laugh about it."
LEAH CHERNIAK is co-founder and co-artistic director of Theatre
Columbus. She has directed for her own company and a variety of theatres
and universities in Canada, receiving the Pauline McGibbon Award for
Directing in 1992. She has also written for the stage and her creations
have been performed in theatres nationally and internationally. Leah
has taught clown at the National Theatre School for 14 years and now
teaches at Ryerson Theatre School in Toronto.
ENROLMENT LIMITED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS
WHEN:
March 19, 2004: 7-10pm
March 20, 2004: 10am-6pm
WHERE:
King Street Theatre Centre
36 King Street West
Downtown Kitchener
Non CAEA cost: $285 participant / $35 audit
CAEA DISCOUNT: $228 participant / $35 audit
To register, please send resume to:
Nicole Lee, education coordinator
nlee at theatreandcompany.org
519-571-7080 x231
Theatre & Company
36 King Street West
P.O. Box 876
Kitchener, ON N2G 4C5
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5. THE VOICE-OVER OVERVIEW WEEKEND - TORONTO
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We always give Equity and full ACTRA members a 25% discount on
workshops. This month we are offering our March 13-14 immersion workshop
on Voice Work in Film, TV and Radio [animation and commercials] at 50%
off for Equity members only. [Note: This class is almost sold out as of
today so book right away by calling us at 416-5164612 or email
mail at searsandswitzer.com. We are now sold-out or "stand-by list only" on
all our other Feb./March workshops including Focus On Film but let us
know if you're interested and we'll try to accommodate requests. Check
the website for updated Spring & Summer class listings after March 1. ]
Do you have an exciting, unusual or well-trained voice? This workshop
will help you find out how to apply it to the Canadian voice industry.
We go over winning approaches to radio, TV voice-over and animation
work, from the audition to the studio session. Do you have a less than
exciting voice? This workshop is a highly efficient way for actors to
focus on voice and develop fresh ways to make an impact. [March 13-14,
$225.00, $125.00 for Equity members, this session only.]
Sears & Switzer
Acting classes that work, for actors who want to work...
Theresa Sears & David Switzer
Studio: 626 KING STREET WEST Toronto
Studio and VM info line: 416-5164612
www.searsandswitzer.com
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