Adult Studio Classes

ADULT STUDIO CLASSES

Introduction to Acting

This six-week class will foster acting skills through on your feet ensemble building and improvisation techniques. Students will work with monologues and other text throughout the course. Classes will begin with physical and vocal warm ups. No previous experience necessary.

Instructor: Justin Pesce

Justin Pesce
Justin Pesce

Details

Ages 18+

September 22 – October 27
Mondays 7 – 9pm

At Hartford Stage Rehearsal Studios: 942 Main St, Hartford

$275

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Playwriting

This six-week writing workshop will focus on the craft of playwriting, including exercises in writing monologue and dialogue, developing strong characters, creating dynamic scenes, and structuring plot and action. The course will create a safe space for writers of all experience levels to explore a love of writing for the stage in a supportive atmosphere. All experience levels welcome.

Instructor: Jan Mason

Jan Mason

Details

Ages 18+

September 22 – October 27
Mondays 7 – 9pm

At Hartford Stage Rehearsal Studios: 942 Main St, Hartford

$275

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Acting for the Camera

Are you interested in film or television work? In this six-week course students will be exposed to techniques and practices that will hone their existing acting skills for this unique medium.  Class will explore on camera techniques and tips to better position yourself for success in the acting business.  Some experience recommended.

Instructor: Erica LuBonta

Erica Lubonta

Details

Ages 18+

September 25 – October 30
Thursdays 7 – 9pm

At Hartford Stage Rehearsal Studios: 942 Main St, Hartford

$275

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Scene Study

Whether you are new to acting or a seasoned performer, you will love stretching your creative muscles in scene study.  During this six-week workshop students will work with a variety of materials to practice listening and responding in the moment, finding truth and making strong choices on stage. Some experience recommended.

Instructor: Ryan Kessler

Ryan Kessler

Details

Ages 18+

September 25 – October 30
Thursdays 7 – 9pm

At Hartford Stage Rehearsal Studios: 942 Main St, Hartford

$275

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I experienced freedom to try something new without the possibility of ‘getting it wrong.’

I enjoyed learning new things in a new way.

Nina Pinchin is one of the best teachers I’ve ever had. She respects student’s boundaries, while also knowing when/how to push them to find their strengths as actors. She is very receptive to requests on the types of scenes her students want to try out but is also fantastic at casting students in roles they never quite saw themselves playing. Her classes really feel like an ensemble.

I haven’t done any acting in 40 years. It is exciting to rediscover something I enjoyed so long ago. The experience has brought back a lot of good memories about people and times from my past.

With this class, I got the opportunity to play character types that I’ve always wanted to but never got the opportunity. I got to explore a different side of myself as a performer and that has really helped me get better.

I learned to be braver and to have fun. Really eye-opening and makes me curious to learn more.

Jan was very informative with structure in writing – and I really enjoy writing prompts!

Excellent instructor. Imparted knowledge in a fun and understandable way.

Very passionate and encouraging teaching style. Clearly knowledgeable and talented.

It was great being in a room with others who shared the same interest.

Have a question?

Please contact Emely Larson at elarson@hartfordstage.org or (203) 908-1832

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