Suitable For Any Level Actor

Double Meisner PLUS Monthly Package options

Option 1:
(1 Meisner, 1 Commercials & Industrials, 1 On Camera Auditions, and 1 Improv)

- Mondays 6:30-8:30PM Meisner
- Wednesdays 430-6PM On Camera Commercial s & Industrials
- Sundays 5-7PM On Camera Auditions
- Sundays 7-9PM Improv

Option 2
(1 Meisner, 1 Commercials & Industrials, 1 On Camera Auditions, and 1 Improv)

- Wednesdays 6-8PM Meisner
- Wednesdays 430-6PM On Camera Commercial s & Industrials
- Sundays 5-7PM On Camera Auditions
- Sundays 7-9PM Improv

Option 3 (Advanced Students Only)
(2 Meisner, 1 On Camera Auditions, and 1 Improv)

- Wednesdays 6-8PM Meisner
- Wednesdays 8-9:30PM Adv. Meisner
- Sundays 5-7PM On Camera Auditions
- Sundays 7-9PM Improv

About Meisner Technique
Meisner training is an interdependent series of training exercises that build on one another. The more complex work supports a command of dramatic text. Students work on a series of progressively complex exercises to develop an ability to first improvise, then to access an emotional life, and finally to bring the spontaneity of improvisation and the richness of personal response to textual work. The techniques developed the behavioral strand of Stanislavski's. The technique is used to develop improvisation skills as well as "interpreting a script, and creating the specific physical characteristics of each character the actor played".

About On Camera Commercials & Industrials
Working on commercials and industrials can be a good way to make extra income between theatrical bookings, and in smaller markets there is no shortage of safety training, sales training, e-learning courses, or corporate promotional videos. Actors in smaller markets can even land national commercials. But there are some differences in auditioning for a commercial and industrial vs a theatrical project and we want to help you master those differences. This will help you go into your audition confidently and book it.Each week students will receive a short script and they will have time to break it down and then perform it. Following their performance Jessica will give feedback and guidance to help each student perfect their technique.

About On Camera Auditions: Tips & Tricks
This class will go over different aspects of self-tape and in-person auditioning and there are a number of variables that an actor must take into consideration when preparing for auditions.

This class will cover various approaches to different types of auditions, such as: cold reads, improvised, commercial, creative, self-tapes with or without a scene partner, and Zoom calls.

We will also explore the many tools at an actor’s disposal such as: equipment needs and limitations, bold choices and when to choose them, and professionalism.

About Improv
Considered by some to be the core of good acting, improv training develops the performers ability to be spontaneous and in the moment. Students will learn the principles of improv such as the platform and "yes, and..." in an interactive group setting through a series of improv exercises and games.

Houde School of Acting does not offer refunds if you drop/cancel a class or workshop. If you drop a class no later than a full week before the first day of class we will offer a full credit for the following month of class.

Due to the format of the classes, there are no make-up classes. We encourage you to attend as many classes as possible but don't worry if you miss a class. You can pick up your studies where you left off in your last class.

We are looking forward to working with you in class.