Sunday, March 14, 2010
Taking Class in a Studio Setting - An Interview with Andy Garrison of the Actor Training Studio, Part 3
Andy shares his thoughts on the opportunities and limitations of studying in at a studio.
Since many actors receive their initial training somewhere other than NYC or LA, it’s important to examine the many different types, styles and locations of institutions available to them. The studio setting, with its small class size, ongoing sessions and a la carte selection of topics are just one of several options for the actor in training. Andy Garrison, founder/instructor of The Actor Training Studio in Kansas City, talks about his approach to this kind of actor education. In this three part interview, he’ll share his thoughts on the creation of his studio in Kansas City, his particular teaching methods and the pluses and minuses of the studio system.
To read the rest of this article go to: http://acting.suite101.com/article.cfm/taking-class-in-a-studio-setting
Sean Pratt, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), has been a working actor for over 20 years. He received his BFA from the College of Santa Fe, NM. Sean was a member of the resident acting company at The Pearl Theatre, an Off-Broadway classical repertory theatre and has also performed at numerous regional theatres around the country. Major films include - Gods and Generals, Tuck Everlasting and Iron Jawed Angels. Television work includes - The host of HGTV’s, Old Homes Restored, and supporting roles on Homicide, The District and America’s Most Wanted. Audiobooks - He has been narrating for over 13 years and has recorded nearly 500 books in just about every genre. He also teaches classes on and writes articles about the business of the Biz. http://www.seanprattpresents.com/Labels: Actor Education
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Getting Your MFA - The Pros and Cons of Going to Graduate School
Here are some questions to ponder when considering whether to go back to school for your MFA.
Every winter a new group of actors, both young graduates and those who have been out for a while trying to make a go of it, grapple with the question, "Should I or should I not go to graduate school to get my MFA." Often, they'll consult with their more successful peers, former teachers, family and friends in order to gather up opinions. They're looking for a direct yes or no answer that they can then add to their collection, hoping that eventually the scale will tip one way or the other. If they're lucky, they'll have an older actor ask them, 'Well, tell me why you want to go in the first place?" Their response will probably be a mixture of confusion, frustration, desperation and hope, all rolled into one.
To read the rest of this article go to: http://acting.suite101.com/article.cfm/getting_your_mfaLabels: Actor Education
Since many actors receive their initial training somewhere other than NYC or LA, it’s important to examine the many different types, styles and locations of institutions available to them. The studio setting, with its small class size, ongoing sessions and a la carte selection of topics are just one of several options for the actor in training. Andy Garrison, founder/instructor of The Actor Training Studio in Kansas City, talks about his approach to this kind of actor education. In this three part interview, he’ll share his thoughts on the creation of his studio in Kansas City, his particular teaching methods and the pluses and minuses of the studio system.
To read the rest of this article go to: http://acting.suite101.com/article.cfm/taking-class-in-a-studio-setting
Sean Pratt, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), has been a working actor for over 20 years. He received his BFA from the College of Santa Fe, NM. Sean was a member of the resident acting company at The Pearl Theatre, an Off-Broadway classical repertory theatre and has also performed at numerous regional theatres around the country. Major films include - Gods and Generals, Tuck Everlasting and Iron Jawed Angels. Television work includes - The host of HGTV’s, Old Homes Restored, and supporting roles on Homicide, The District and America’s Most Wanted. Audiobooks - He has been narrating for over 13 years and has recorded nearly 500 books in just about every genre. He also teaches classes on and writes articles about the business of the Biz. http://www.seanprattpresents.com/
Labels: Actor Education
Here are some questions to ponder when considering whether to go back to school for your MFA.
Every winter a new group of actors, both young graduates and those who have been out for a while trying to make a go of it, grapple with the question, "Should I or should I not go to graduate school to get my MFA." Often, they'll consult with their more successful peers, former teachers, family and friends in order to gather up opinions. They're looking for a direct yes or no answer that they can then add to their collection, hoping that eventually the scale will tip one way or the other. If they're lucky, they'll have an older actor ask them, 'Well, tell me why you want to go in the first place?" Their response will probably be a mixture of confusion, frustration, desperation and hope, all rolled into one.
To read the rest of this article go to: http://acting.suite101.com/article.cfm/getting_your_mfa
Every winter a new group of actors, both young graduates and those who have been out for a while trying to make a go of it, grapple with the question, "Should I or should I not go to graduate school to get my MFA." Often, they'll consult with their more successful peers, former teachers, family and friends in order to gather up opinions. They're looking for a direct yes or no answer that they can then add to their collection, hoping that eventually the scale will tip one way or the other. If they're lucky, they'll have an older actor ask them, 'Well, tell me why you want to go in the first place?" Their response will probably be a mixture of confusion, frustration, desperation and hope, all rolled into one.
To read the rest of this article go to: http://acting.suite101.com/article.cfm/getting_your_mfa
Labels: Actor Education
