The Acting Program
The Acting Program is a prescribed, 3-phase conservatory course of instrument development, beginning with the study of basic techniques, then applying them to the creative process and finally presenting them in performance in conjunction with Chelsea Repertory Company. The Acting Program offers conservatory training on a part-time basis for those working in the real world. Most acting classes meet twice a week at each of these levels and outside rehearsal time is required. Voice and Speech, Stage Combat, and Shakespeare classes are prescribed at various points in the program, and participation in all Chelsea Repertory Company & LAB projects is encouraged.
Level I
Focuses on the completion of the Meisner technical foundation of acting principles and instrument conditioning exercises for developing the organic and creative processes of the actor. Beginning voice and speech class provides the actor with a working knowledge of the IPA and standard American speech along with the fundamentals of relaxation and breath support for vocal development. Stage combat complements the actors craft by focusing on physical techniques and logistical sequencing in coordinating sound and movement to create illusion.
Technique 1* class (9 months)
Voice & Speech I 8 weeks)
Stage Combat-Movement (8 weeks)
*Prerequisites: 10-week Principles of Acting - Introduction To Meisner class, or equivalent Meisner training from outside the studio.
Level II
Focuses on the application of these techniques to the rehearsal process in regard to building a scene and creating a character, and on expanding the actor's sensibility to include language, style, and the play as a whole.
Technique 2 class (4 months)*
Shakespeare Workshop I (10 weeks)*
*Prerequisites: Technique 1 or equivalent Meisner program outside the studio, Voice and Speech 1 & Stage Combat
Level III
Focus on developing ensemble and performance skills by working on fully-staged play productions in conjunction with Chelsea Repertory Company.
Performance Workshop (4 months)*
*By invitation only. Qualified actors are selected only from those students who have particpated in the acting program without interruption.
Admission to each class and level of The Acting Program is by the Studio director's selection and advancement to a higher level made by faculty decision. Mid-Program placement is possible for people trained outside the studio, subject to the approval of the studio director. A Certificate of Completion is awarded to students who have successfully completed all levels of the program. The Acting Program participants also have a variety of opportunities outside the classroom for growth at The Acting Studio, Inc. including laboratory projects and performance practice through Chelsea Repertory Company and Chelsea Rep Lab.
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