ONE DAY BASIC ACTING WORKSHOP (NEW!)

Whether you're just starting out or you need to brush up on the fundamentals of acting, this is the one day workshop for you! In one afternoon, you will connect to that part of yourself where you are freely creative and are able to use your imagination and emotions. Employing exercises from Stephen Book's "Improvisation Technique", you’ll learn how to improvise new choices when you think there is nothing more to do. This workshop will provide you with a fun and challenging environment, uniquely free of judgment and disapproval. You'll learn gain an understanding of the basics of acting like relationships, objective, emotional connection, conflict, character development, discovery, and moment-to-moment honesty.

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Sunday, January 31st, 2010 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Cost: $65

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BACK TO BASICS - ACTING WORKSHOP

Whether you're just starting out or you need to brush up on the fundamentals of acting, this is the workshop for you! You will connect to that part of yourself where you are freely creative and are able to use your imagination and emotions. Employing some exercises from Stephen Book’s “Improvisation Technique”, you’ll learn how to improvise new choices when you think there is nothing more to do; how to use your body freely and feel it in the present without thinking about it; and how to open up so emotions arise spontaneously while performing.

This workshop will provide you with a fun and challenging environment, uniquely free of judgment and disapproval, where everyone works during each class. You will learn how to approach a script with a sense of confidence, and you will gain an understanding of the basics of acting like relationships, objective, emotional connection, conflict, character development, discovery, and moment-to-moment honesty.

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8 Sundays, from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Classes start January 10, 2010 (NEW SESSION!)
Cost: $435

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ON-CAMERA FILM / SOAP OPERA / TV COURSE AT WEIST-BARRON - LEVEL I

Want to audition for and book television roles with the confidence and knowledge of who you are as an actor on-camera? Then this is the workshop for you. From auditions to contract roles, this on-camera course covers all aspects of working on Soap Operas, Primetime TV, Film learning precise script analysis and understanding how to bring out the natural "you" that will attract viewers, producers, and directors alike. Learn how to make clear, concise, believable choices while developing a strong sense of moment-to-moment work and an understanding of emotional transitions. This course will give you the confidence to book the television and film roles you've been yearning to play. Please go to WeistBarron.com for more information and to enroll.

6 Thursday Nights from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Classes start February 18, 2010 (NEW SESSION!)
Cost: $300 ($280 for Alumni of Weist Barron)

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ADVANCED ON-CAMERA FILM / SOAP OPERA / TV COURSE AT WEIST-BARRON - LEVEL II (NEW!)

Continue developing and exploring your on-camera presence in more advanced scene work specifically created for film and soap operas. With all the new media possibilities in addition to network TV and films, discover that you can nail your auditions and feel confident with your on-camera skills. Please go to WeistBarron.com for more information and to enroll.

6 Thursday Nights from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Classes start January 7, 2010 (NEW SESSION!)
Cost: $300 ($280 for Alumni of Weist Barron - $100 Deposit Required by December 18, 2009 to secure your place.)

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ACTING IN SITCOMS AT WEIST-BARRON

Sit-Com looks easy doesn't it? But have you approached a script that's supposed to be funny, but when you try it just isn't? By the end of this course you'll know The Rules of Comedy, how to find the jokes in a script, develop believable characters, and how to approach physical humor. Most of all you'll have fun learning how to be funny! Please go to WeistBarron.com for more information and to enroll.

8 Tuesday Nights from 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Classes start February 9, 2010 (NEW SESSION!)
Cost: $375 ($325 for Alumni of Weist-Barron)

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PERSONAL COACHING SESSIONS

When you're ready to take the next step, ongoing private coaching is the answer. Personal coaching sessions last an hour or more and are intensely focused on making a lasting change in your acting process. Whether you're preparing a monologue for a major audition, working on sides for a TV or film callback, or trying to fine tune your agent-interview skills, a personal coaching session can make you feel confident, controlled, and relaxed, so you can do your best.

By Appointment Only
Cost: $100 / hr $65 / hr (Volume Discounts Available)

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PERSONAL COACHING SESSIONS - SKYPE (NEW!)

Now you can take advantage of personal acting coaching through the wonderful FREE internet phone service SKYPE. If you have a camera on your computer, we can "meet" for a coaching session from the comfort of your home. No commuting and no studio fees! Whether you're preparing a monologue for a major audition, working on sides for a TV or film callback, or trying to fine tune your agent-interview skills, a personal coaching session can make you feel confident, controlled, and relaxed, so you can do your best.

How does this work?
Just download the free application at www.SKYPE.com, and contact Maggie to set up an appointment. Payment can either be sent to me by check, or through Paypal on my website by clicking here. Hope to see you soon for acting lessons and acting coaching for auditions, monologues, scenes, cold readings, interview technique, career counseling, or whatever your acting needs might be.

By Appointment Only
Cost: $100 / hr $65 / hr (Volume Discounts Available)

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WHICH CLASS IS RIGHT FOR ME?

Not sure what to choose? Feel free to contact Maggie if you have any questions or comments.