Performing Arts
PIANO
ACTORS AND METHOD: LEVEL 2
Joseph Miterko | Pianist
Parisa Bayenat | Theater Artist
Jan Hua | Pianist
Do you have a piano or keyboard at home but you don’t know how to play? Do you want to play your favorite songs on the piano? During these unprecedented home-staying times, how about making some piano music at home! Online piano class will teach you how to read music, how to play both hands together, and how to learn a new song more quickly. Join us to master the basics of beginning level piano playing. Requirement: you need to have a keyboard or piano at home. Level 1 requires the following textbook: Alfred’s Basic Adult All-inOne Course, Book 1. Level 2 is for those who can play with two hands together and read the grand staff. B E G I N NE R L E VE L 1
COURSE CODE: PNO1 Sec. 01: 9 Mondays, 5:30–6:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $225 | Joseph Miterko No class Jan. 18 & Feb. 15
B E G I N NE R L E VE L 2
COURSE CODE: PNO2 Sec. 01: 9 Tuesdays, 6–7pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $225 | Jane Hua
THEATER STORYTELLING AS PERFORMANCE Dewayne Nelson | Actor on Stage, Film & TV
We all have a unique story inside us and this is your opportunity to tell yours! The key to successful storytelling lies not just in the well-crafted story itself but in how the story is presented to make an intimate connection with your listeners. Voices, movement, nuance are skills critical to the actor are key and they can be taught! Join us in exploring this exciting art form and release the hidden actor in you. COURSE CODE: TELL Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 6–7pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $150
ACTING WORKSHOP: THE BASICS Dewayne Nelson | Actor on Stage, Film & TV
Explore the basics of acting for stage and film. We will work with scripts from contemporary plays and films, connecting our efforts to the work of living playwrights and film directors. We will use theater games and improvisation, having fun while taking chances. We will cover the audition process, what casting companies seek in an actor, and practical tips about the industry and how to get work as an actor. C O U R S E C O D E : AC T 1 Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 7:45–9:45pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $240
ACTORS AND THE METHOD: LEVEL 1 Parisa Bayenat | Theater Artist
In the class, we will explore the fundamentals of acting, followed by an introduction of the methods of Stanislavski, Chekov, Lee Strasberg, and the Meisner technique. Students will be assigned a monologue to work on, using the methods learned in class, and prepare a final Zoom video piece of their performance. You will receive feedback from the instructor and from students in the class. You will learn about character development by accessing the various acting methods and techniques taught in this class. In addition, you will have a final videotaped performance as the material used for auditioning. COURSE CODE: PLAN Sec. 01: 9 Wednesdays, 1:30–2:30pm. Begins Jan. 13 | $225 40
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This class will continue the development of the actor’s knowledge about the techniques that were learned in Acting and Method: Level 1. Techniques used will focus on scene breakdown and character analysis, and the physicalization of character objectives, obstacles, actions, and environmental influences as well as audition techniques. At the end of the class, students will be able to analyze, develop, and perform a character. COURSE CODE: PLA2 Sec. 01: 7 Tuesdays, 1–2:30pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $175
EXPLORING VOICEOVERS WORKSHOP Nancy Halpin | Voice Talent & V.O. Producer
Have you been told you have a great speaking voice? Have you wondered how to monetize it working in voice-over, but don’t know how to begin? Join us to learn essential strategies for pursuing the craft of voice over. You’ll get candid, insider tips on working as a VO actor. We’ll discuss VO acting techniques, making great VO demos, home studios with marketing strategies. You’ll have an opportunity to perform a commercial and get professional feedback in a nurturing, fun, no-pressure environment. You’ll leave the workshop with an action-oriented game plan! COURSE CODE: OICE Sec. 01: Monday, 7:45–9:45pm. Mar. 1 | $50
STAND UP COMEDY WRITING AND PERFORMANCE Joshua Filipowski | Comedy Instructor
Have you ever thought about trying stand-up comedy? Or do you want to take your stand-up and comedy writing to the next level? This workshop will help you find your inner comedic voice, whittle down to find the funny, or punch-up what already is. Students will also be given several opportunities outside of class to perform. COURSE CODE: IMPR Sec. 01: 6 Mondays, 5:30–7pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $225 No class Jan. 18 & Feb. 15
SKETCH COMEDY: CREATING AND PERFORMING YOUR OWN REVUE! Alexa Albanese | Actor
Sketch comedy allows an artist to create wacky characters, draw from personal experiences, and hold a mirror to society in 60 minutes. Students will makeup both the cast and writer’s room for a completely original, completely virtual, sketch comedy revue. This class will learn the foundations of writing, formatting, and editing sketches, as well as the structure of a revue. There will also be brainstorming sessions and improvisational games to generate a collaborative, fun-filled environment. COURSE CODE: SKET Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 6–7:30pm. Begins Jan. 14 | $240
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