Workshops
This workshop has 8 sessions in total. Held Tues 8, 15, 22 & 29th, Thurs Oct 10, 17 & 24th from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
This intensive workshop is for those who would like to hone their skills in the delivery of impactful monologues. You will receive individual coaching throughout the sessions. Students must come with an unrehearsed 2-3 minute monologue that can be perfected over the course of the sessions.
Jeanne Sanner a very popular workshop leader and we're delighted she's bringing this new workshop to us. Quite an accomplished actor, director, singer, coach, orchestra conductor and producer, she's experienced in all aspects of the theater Arts. She's performed in major theaters and directed an array of musicals, comedies and dramas, including: The Fantastics, Steel Magnolias, Twelve Angry Jurors and most recently, Nigh Watch here in Laguna Woods Village. Jeanne successfully ran her own acting studio, Class Acting Academy.
Maximum attendees 10
This workshop has 3 sessions; Mon. Nov. 18th, 25th & Dec. 2nd from 1:30 -3:00 in Instructors' In-Home LW Music Studio
This class will focus on how to sing and act out a song so you can book a part or simply entertain from the shower! You'll also learn how to keep your voice fit and strong while preventing laryngitis.
Elissa Kaplan Senter will be leading this Workshop. She is a stage, film, TV and radio voice over entertainer and artist. She loves teaching and sharing her knowledge with other performers. This will be her 50th year as an Actor's Equity, SAG and AFTRA union member. She began her off Off-Broadway career at the age of nine!
MAXIMUM ATTENDEES: 5
This workshop has 3 sessions Dates are Thurs, Dec. 5, 12 and 19th from 9:30 - 12:00
Have you ever thought, "I'd like to try my hand at directing"? We're excited to offer this mentor style, introductory class, individually led by 3 seasoned directors. They will be sharing their methods and formulas for success which will enable you to develop your own bag of tricks.
Leaders are:
Donna Valenti
Donna directed our latest performances of "In Juliet's Garden". From directing her siblings in backyard plays, to acting and directing in school productions. she has always had a passion for storytelling. Directing was her major in college and she traveled across the country training motivational speakers. Now she's thrilled to bring her experience and enthusiasm to directing our amazing senior actors.
Beth Siegel-Graf
Beth has been involved in theater since the age of 14 having started her training at Circle in the Square Theater in NYC and continued to receive a BA in English/Theater Arts Education. She has taught acting, directing, improvisation, theater history and other aspects of theater, as well as directing both straight plays and musicals. Beth has performed and directed in community theater and is looking forward to sharing her experience.
Barbara Turino
Barb has enjoyed a successful acting career for over 40 years. She has been fortunate to work with many different directors and directing styles. As the president of the Theater club in Casta Del Sol, a senior community in Mission Viejo, Barb and her creative partner write, direct, and perform in numerous shows each year. Barb has also directed several Theater Guild productions, including Almost Maine, Cemetery Club, and some Readers Theatre one acts. She is excited to share some of her directorial tips and tools in this workshop.
Workshops are free to Theatre Guild members. Must be a member to participate.
Donations always appreciated.
For more information contact: TheatreGuildLW@Outlook.com
The Performing Arts Company of Laguna Woods Village, Inc.
Theatre Guild of Laguna Woods Division
P.O. Box 2838, Laguna Hills, CA, 92654
E-Mail: theatreguildlw@outlook.com