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8 Week Beginner Class

Acting for Film/TV

This 8 week intensive training seminar meets Tuesdays in Buffalo and Wednesdays in Rochester. The times are from 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Check the calendar for the next seminar in your area.

  • Ages: 10 and up
  • Cost: $575.00 (includes 5 hr DVD series, workbook, screenplay & two monologues directed by Mr. Rossi)
  • Locations:
    • Buffalo, NY – "The New Phoenix Theater"
    • Rochester, NY – "Studio Center"

Seminar
Upon completion of the course, each actor will receive a digital copy of their comedic and dramatic monologues, as well as, the nationally acclaimed 5 Hour DVD series written and taught by Mr. Rossi.

Requirements
Each prospective student must audit the advanced class on Monday evenings in Buffalo. After observing the class, you will know if the seminar is for you.

Curriculum
Part I: Emotional Tools of Acting
  • Sense Memory Glossary Terms
  • Sense Memory Exercise
  • Imagination & Substitution
  • Relaxation Exercises
  • Animate & Inanimate Objects
  • Repeat Listening Exercises
Part II: 7 Steps to Building a Character
  • Steps I & II: Read Script, Highlight Character
  • Step III: Script Notes
  • Step IIIA: Breakdowns
  • Step IV: Exercise: On Interviews
  • Step V: Exercise: Online Research
  • Step VI: Exercise: Watch Other Movies
  • Step VII: Literary Regression
Part III: Breaking Down A Scene & Auditioning For Film/TV
  • Breaking Down A Scene
  • Subtext For Film/TV Scenes
  • How To Audition & Gain Advantage On Booking That Job