2009

January 19th through February 20th
12 Actors / 5 Weeks

Five Weeks That Will Change Your Life

This 5 week intensive immerses the actor in the real work and business of acting. One of the hallmarks of Penny Templeton’s technique is to bring the training out of the isolated world of the classroom and prepare the actor for the challenges that today’s working actor has to face. Actors are crossing between the mediums from the Theatre, to Film and Television, where there may be little or no rehearsal at all. Just as the great teachers of the past continued to evolve in their teaching Ms. Templeton has evolved with the thought in mind, “ How can actors be artists in today’s fast paced world without sacrificing their craft?” She has created new and innovative techniques while incorporating the teachings of our past.

Over these five weeks you will be taught how to structure your work and take charge of your scenes with strong and bold choices that are grounded and emotionally connected.  Ms. Templeton’s enlightened approach to the craft has been used by successful actors, on Broadway, Television and Film, for nearly 20 years.

 

There are approximately 27 hours of classes each week.

We are bringing in some of the best guest master teachers in their fields to make this truly valuable experience.

This is the opportunity to take the various courses an actor needs, all at one time and in one place, so that you can see how they all connect and work together to create the complete actor.

Curriculum*

 

Acting for the Camera:Eight- 4 Hour Classes ( Penny Templeton & Hank Schob) NYC's renowned on-camera class. By seeing your work explored on a 10 ft movie screen, you incorporate and participate in your own learning process. In this lift-off class, your scenes will be blocked, shot, screened, then critiqued and re-shot for a final screening.

Script Breakdown Technique: Two - 3 Hour Classes (Hank Schob) Penny 's specific approach to structure that is so powerful you will be inspired to always break down your scripts .

Acting Technique Exercises: Five- 2 Hour Classes ( Penny Templeton ) With exercises designed to open and stretch you as an actor, Penny will guide you through her “Acting Barre,” the “10 to 1” (how to cry in 10 seconds), Stanislavski-based deep sensory work, and improvisation technique. There will be other ground-breaking exercises that will raise the bar, such as “Famous Movie Moments: On-screen Revivals Starring You.”

Audition Technique: Four- 3 Hour Classes (Hank Schob) “Nail it in 15 minutes.” Get over the fear of auditions. A sure fire 4 step approach to “get” it, learn it, connect it, and nail it. Sides will be used from both Theatre and Film.

Monologues: Five- 2 Hour Classes (Hank Schob) As a teacher who has an insider's view to the casting process, Hank will help you find the right monologue for you. As you explore the monologue you will be given the tools and techniques that will allow your uniqueness to shine through to make an impact and allow agents and casting directors see who you are and what you have to offer.

Scene Study: Five - 4 Hour Classes ( Penny Templeton) This innovative scene study format will concentrate on in-depth analysis and performance of 3 scenes from one play. Rather than rehearsing outside class with partners, Ms. Templeton will direct the rehearsal process as in professional theatre.

Script Analysis: Five- 1 1/2 Hour Classes (Hank Schob) Information is Power. Hank Schob will help you develop the skills to dig deeply into a scene to find all the information you need to make strong, informed choices that will empower your work.

The Business of Acting: One- 3 Hour Class (Leslie Becker) A well known teacher, Broadway actress, and author of The Organized Actor (now in its 5 th Edition) Leslie Becker specializes in working with creative artists on the business of acting. Ms. Becker will help you set your personal goals, and give you the tools to achieve them.

Voice for the Actor / The Linklater Tecnique: Five- 2 Hour Classes (Susan Schuld) Susan is a Master teacher of the well known Linklater Technique.  This voice work focuses on breath and resonance exercises, and releasing the jaw, tongue, and throat tension that block emotional expression.

Improvisation: Six - 2 hour classes with Master Teacher Brandon Williams. In this class you will learn how to use Improvisation to develope you character and the emotional life of the script as well as exploring and developing your creative impulses.

* Curriculum is subject to minor changes

Cost $1950

Or $13.00/hr

Payment plans available

APPLICATION

EMAIL TO: pts158@pennytempletonstudio.com

*Housing is not provided however we can provide a listing of possible housing opportunities.

Resident Faculty

Ms. Templeton's artistry is the culmination of four generations of theatre actresses. Although Penny was warned by her family, not to go on the Stage, she embraced her legacy and began performing and studying under such masters as Paul Sorvino and Wynn Handman. Highlights of her career include starring in Joyce Carol Oates' "I Stand Before You Naked" at the American Place Theatre, and as Paul Sorvino's wife in "All The King's Men". Her unique coaching methods and techniques have garnered attention and recognition from industry peers. She has been called upon to offer her expertise for articles in national magazines and is currently writing her book, Acting Under Fire: Creating Acting Lions . Ms. Templeton has been a finalist Judge for the NY Film Festival, Daytime Emmys and Cable Ace Awards. She was invited by Kristin Linklater to teach “Acting for the Camera” to the 3 rd year MFA students at Columbia University . She is featured in Glenn Alterman 's book Promoting Your Acting Career , and Ronald Rand's Acting Teachers of America . Penny works with actors on Broadway, Off-Broadway, as well as in Regional Theatre, Feature Films, Prime time and Daytime Television.

Hank Schob is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. After graduating he immediately began working Off-Broadway in the hit show "Your Own Thing”. His 40 years of theatre experience include Off Broadway. Regional Theatre and National Tours . he has worked with stars such as Richard Gere in “Awake and Sing". Jose Ferrer in “Cyrano", and John Raitt in “Shenandoah”. Mr. Schob has also been featured in the films "Cadillac Man". “Heading for Broadway” and "Fame”. His TV credits include roles on "All My Children". "Search for Tomorrow” and "Law & Order”.

Visiting Faculty

Leslie Becker author of, The Organized Actor (now in its Fifth Edition). The #1 selling organizational tool for actors for over a decade. As a motivational speaker and success coach, she has helped hundreds of people make exciting changes in their lives. As an actress, she has appeared in starring roles on Broadway, and National Tours. Her latest book 7 Roles Every Actor Must Play is a must read for the actor who wants to get ahead in show business.

Susan Schuld Studied under both Kristin Linklater and Andrea Haring in the prestigious Linklater Teacher Education Program . She has served on the faculties of Circle in the Square, NYU Tisch School of the Arts, and as Director in residence at Shakespeare's Globe, London for Mason Gross School of the Arts.

Brandon Williams bio coming soon

Class Schedule

WEEK 1

MONDAY.................. .....Orientation................... 1-2:30.......................... Penny & Hank
                                       Technique................. 2:30-5.......................... Hank Schob

TUESDAY...................... Acting Exercises.......... 10-12........................... Penny
                                       Lunch....................... 12-1
                                       Scene Structure......... 1-3.............................. Hank
                                       Audition Technique.... 3-5.............................. Hank

WEDNESDAY................. Camera Technique....... 10-12........................... Hank
                                       Lunch....................... 12-1
                                       Script Analysis.......... 1-2:30.......................... Hank
                                        Monologues.............. 3-5.............................. Hank

THURSDAY............... .......Voice.......................... 10-12........................... Susan Schuld
                                        Lunch...................... 12-1
                                        Scene Study............. 1-5.............................. Penny

FRIDAY..................... ......Improvisation............... 10-1............................. Brandon Williams

WEEKS  2, 3 & 4

MONDAY......................... Camera Class.............. 1-5.............................. Penny & Hank

TUESDAY........................ Acting Exercises.......... 10-12........................... Penny
                                       Lunch....................... 12-1
                                       Scene Structure......... 1-3.............................. Hank
                                      Audition Technique..... 3-5.............................. Hank

WEDNESDAY................. Script Analysis............. 1-2:30.......................... Hank
                                       Monologues.............. 3-5.............................. Hank

THURSDAY..................... Voice.......................... 10-12........................... Susan Schuld
                                        Lunch...................... 12-1
                                        Scene Study............. 1-5.............................. Penny

FRIDAY............................ Improvisation............... 10-1............................. Brandon Williams

WEEK 5

MONDAY.................. .......Camera Class.............. 1-5.............................. Penny & Hank

TUESDAY.................. .....Acting Exercises.......... 10-12........................... Penny
                                        Lunch...................... 12-1.............................                                    
                                        Scene Structure........ 1-3.............................. Hank
                                        Audition Technique... 3-5.............................. Hank

WEDNESDAY................. Business of Acting....... 10-12........................... Leslie Becker
                                       Lunch....................... 12-1
                                       Script Analysis.......... 1-4.............................. Hank
                                       Monologues.............. 3-5.............................. Hank

THURSDAY............... .....Voice.......................... 10-12........................... Susan Schuld
                                       Lunch....................... 12-1
                                       Scene Study.............. 1-5.............................. Penny

FRIDAY..................... .....Re Cap........................ 10-1............................. Staff