ADULT STUDIO CLASSES
Adult Studio classes are for ages 18+ and take place at the Hartford Stage Rehearsal Studios, 942 Main St, Hartford.
Introduction to Acting
Instructor: Justin Pesce
March 11 – April 15
Mondays: 7 – 9 pm
$275
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.
Scene Study
Instructor: Jan Mason
March 11 – April 15
Mondays: 7 – 9 pm
$275
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.
Playwriting
Instructor: Kristen Palmer
April 29 – June 10 (no class Memorial Day 5/27)
Mondays: 7 – 9 pm
$275
Open to writers at any level this six-week course will meet participants where they are at and invite them to dive deeply and discover the unique structures and ideas within their process. We will work as a creative community, lead with curiosity and encourage consideration of what it means to write for the public form of theater. Each class will include writing prompts, sharing work in progress, discussions of craft and a consideration of how to create a sustainable practice.
Audition Monologues
Instructor: Nina Pinchin & Special Guests!
April 29 – June 10 (no class Memorial Day 5/27)
Mondays: 7 – 9 pm
$275
Get audition ready with advice from the experts! Receive guidance on selecting audition monologues, preparation, audition etiquette, self-taping and feedback from local industry professionals. Students will begin by choosing and preparing audition material. They will then perform for and receive coaching from a number of local leaders in the field including HartBeat Ensemble Artistic Director Godfrey Simmons, Hartford Stage Artistic Director Melia Bensussen, and more!