WINTER CLASSES | Goteri Creative Arts

WINTER CLASS SCHEDULE

Mondays

IMROV FOR THE ACTOR

Join Antoine McKay (Empire, South Side) for this fun class. Improv for the actor is a class designed to help actors sharpen their skills and think on their feet. Improvisation is an essential tool for actors, as it allows them to react spontaneously and authentically in any situation. This class helps actors break out of their comfort zones and explore new ways of creating characters and scenarios. Through a series of exercises and games, students learn to trust their instincts, listen to their scene partners, and embrace the uncertainty of the moment.

Starts 1/13/25

7-9:30PM

$300

CREATING CHARACTER VOICES FOR TV and FILM (LIVE online from L.A.)

Join Actor/Voice Over Artist Kiff VandenHeuvel (Family Guy, Tom and Jerry, Star Trek) as he will teach you the process of how to use your voice to create three-dimensional believable characters for TV and Film for Voice Over work. Kiff will also teach you how to break into the business of Voice over and much more.

Starts 1/13/25

7-9:30 EST

$350

TUESDAY

ACTING 1 FOR THE BEGINNER (CLASS IS CLOSED DO NOT REGISTER)

Join actor Ken Alter for this fun acting 7 week class. Here, you develop the ability to respond truthfully, dynamically, and vividly with fellow actors and the ability to access sensory elements. You tap into the power of imagination and the reservoir of memory.

Our Beginner Acting 1 class is a transformative experience for aspiring actors looking to develop their skills and confidence on stage. In this class, students explore three fundamental aspects of acting: character development, improvisation, and monologue performance. These essential components work together to help students grow as performers and connect with their audience in a meaningful way.

Character development is a crucial skill for actors to master. In our class, students learn how to fully embody a character by exploring their motivations, desires, and emotions. Through exercises students develop a deep understanding of the characters they portray and learn how to bring them to life on stage. This process allows students to explore different aspects of themselves and develop empathy for others, enhancing their ability to connect with audiences and tell compelling stories.

Improvisation is another key aspect of our acting class. Through improvisational games and exercises, students learn how to think quickly on their feet, trust their instincts, and collaborate with others in the moment. Improv helps students develop their spontaneity, creativity, and ability to react truthfully in any situation. These skills are crucial for actors to have, as they often need to adapt to unexpected circumstances on stage and create genuine, engaging performances.

Monologues are a staple of the acting repertoire, and our class provides students with the opportunity to hone their skills in this area. Through scene work and individual coaching, students learn how to analyze a monologue, break it down into beats, and create a fully realized performance.

Through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on exercises, and performance opportunities, students learn valuable skills that will serve them well in their acting careers.

Starts 1/14 and runs for 7 weeks from 7-9:30PM

$300

MEISNER ACTING CLASS (LIVE Online from East Coast)

Join Meisner specialist, acting coach Richard Jewell for this class.

Meisner acting is a unique and powerful technique that focuses on truthful and honest performances. In Meisner acting classes, students learn to fully immerse themselves in the moment and respond instinctively to their scene partner, rather than relying on predetermined emotions or actions. The technique was developed by Sanford Meisner, a renowned acting teacher who believed that the key to great acting was to truly live in the moment and react authentically to the emotions and circumstances of a scene.

One of the core principles of Meisner acting is the concept of "living truthfully under imaginary circumstances." In class, students engage in a series of exercises and improvizations designed to help them tap into their emotions and instincts, and to fully commit to the reality of the scene. By focusing on truthful reactions and listening and responding to their scene partners, actors are able to create raw and captivating performances that take audiences on a journey of genuine emotion and connection.

Starts 1/15 runs for 7 weeks

7-9:30 EST

$315

THURSDAY

ACTING FOR THE CAMERA 1

In an acting for camera class, students explore the techniques and approaches necessary for compelling performances specifically tailored for film and television. This class emphasizes the unique demands of on-screen acting, where subtlety, nuance, and a strong on-camera presence are crucial.

Students learn to convey emotion and character through refined body language, facial expressions, and vocal delivery, understanding how these elements are magnified on screen. Key topics include the impact of camera angles, shot compositions, and lighting on their performance.

An important aspect of the class is preparing students for auditions. The course covers strategies for auditioning in front of a camera, including how to present oneself effectively, interpret script sides, and deliver a strong, memorable performance. Students practice self-taping techniques and receive feedback on how to improve their audition materials.

Understanding how to work collaboratively with directors and fellow actors is emphasized, as well as how to build chemistry with co-stars and fit into a production team.

. By analyzing their performances and learning how various production elements impact their work, actors become better prepared for both the on-camera performance and the audition process.

Starts 1/16 and runs for 7 weeks

7-9:30PM

$300

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