Verse and Text coaching
Original Practices for the Modern World:
Classical texts were written in an actor-friendly way that has been lost over time. My goal is to revive this through a modern approach, combining the power of the words with thoughtful techniques to find the strongest choices for the most engaging performance.
Shakespeare's plays serve as acting shorthand; everything you need to create a fully realized character is embedded in the text. Using the First Folio, we'll unlock these clues and understand what your character is guiding you to do.
Together, we'll align your instincts with the text, allowing your performance to reach new heights.
In a warm and nurturing environment, we'll explore your strengths and delve into the text to find the strongest choices for your interpretation of the role.
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About Me
Before becoming the founder and artistic director of Classics on the Rocks, I spent years honing my craft in and around New York City. I have participated in master classes taught by John Barton, Cicely Berry, and Barrie Ingrahm. Over the course of my 20 year career, I’ve performed roles across the canon. Favorite roles include: Dromio of Syracuse (Comedy of Errors), MacBeth (MacBeth), Malvolio (Twelfth Night), Decius (Julius Caesar), Peter Quince (Midsummer), Master Ford (Merry Wives of Windsor). On the other side of the casting table, I have directed The Winter’s Tale, Henry V, As You Like It, and Much Ado About Nothing to name a few. I have also studied directing with Sara Holdren, Geoffrey Owens, and with Globe Faculty at the Sam Wanamaker theatre in London.
My focus is on the characters, and the relationships that are at the core of these plays, that continue to resonate with us and remind us of what it means to be human. It is with this approach that I want to help you reconnect with your audition pieces, and help you build up your classical repertoire. Together we break these people down from kings, queens, and lords, and bring them back to sons and daughters, friends and lovers.
Pricing:
One-on-One Coaching:
$45.00
We will work together one-on-one to reach your goals as a classical actor. Whether you’re looking to brush up a piece for an upcoming audition, or looking to expand your book. I will guide and support you on your journey. Our session will focus on crafting memorable audition pieces, developing engaging characters, rooting your acting choices in the text, and gaining profound understanding of classical material. Additionally, I offer cold reading and callback preparation to help you get your full audition over the finish line and land the role. These hour-long sessions can be held in person or over Zoom.
Video Submission review:
$30.00
With video submissions now a major part of the auditioning process, I'm excited to offer personalized feedback on your video submissions. Whether you want feedback on new video before you press submit or want to assess an existing video that's not getting the results you want, together we will make sure that you are putting your best foot forward.
How it works: we'll have a brief conversation (by zoom or email) to discuss your goals. Then you will send me the links to your submission. Feedback will be delivered either by email or Zoom.
We can schedule over the course of a couple of days or same day turn around is also available, for last minute submission support. Sessions can be scheduled over Zoom, email, or text.
Contact
If you have any questions, or would like to schedule any one of my coaching options, feel free to reach out. For more information about classes and workshops, click here.