It is our goal to allow a safe environment for students to express themselves through trying new things while learning the “business” of acting.
It is the student’s responsibility to attend classes, complete homework, and be prepared to meet new challenges. We try to assure a well-balanced class allowing students to work on different levels and different projects. It is to the students’ advantage to work with people on different levels. This challenges their flexibility and range as an actor.
The business of acting is self-marketing and we are happy to provide you with information regarding the pursuit of this business.
Due to the fact that classes often rely on scene partners, we request notification of absences in advance if possible.
At Milford Actors Workshops we base each class on Teaching, on Passion, On Believing, and Succeeding. Teaching you the skills necessary to achieve your dream, Passion for the gift of acting, Believing in yourself, and Succeeding in reaching your goals.
Thank you for sharing your passion with us.
Director/actor/instructor Laurie O’Keefe has been studying acting and performance for eighteen years. She began teaching fifteen years ago after extensive training. Her training includes studying with Sanford Meisner in his summer program in the West Indies, Bob Collier's famous Television Commercial class, Theater Sports, Acting for the Camera, Soap Opera Technique, Monologue Technique, and improvisation, all in New York. Laurie has put her talents on television and stage, including a national tour with Radio City Music Hall Productions. Besides acting and teaching, Laurie has a background in “the business of the business” of acting and has worked in casting, and has also directed several showcases of new talent.
Milford Actors Workshops
(203) 876-0234
MAW@mediasearch.com
Workshops
Teen Class:Ages 8-16
This class is designed especially for “teen” acting students. This class is based on improvisation, commercial technique, scene study, and monologue technique. It gives the student a broad range of acting, whether it is for career, hobby, or self-esteem. The class also teaches discipline, memorization skills, and self-respect. We like to mix both the fun and serious business aspects of acting.
Classes are ongoing, with a showcase for the spring, summer, and holiday season.
Mondays from 4:00 - 6:00
$20 per week
Next Class:Ongoing. Please call for more information.
Drama I:Ages 16 and up
This class is a combination of Meisner Technique and monologue technique. Meisner Technique is based on the Sanford Meisner Technique of “living truthfully under imaginary circumstances.” This technique is especially favored in television, film, stage, and soap operas. It is widely suggested by casting directors and agents.
Monologues are necessary for all actors to have and this class is designed to help each actor choose and make interesting a monologue for performance. It is designed to reach out and get the attention of casting directors.
Mondays from 6:00 - 8:00
$25 per class
Next class: TBA. Please call for more information.
Drama II
This class is for actors who have completed the Drama I class or experienced actors who have backgrounds in Meisner Technique. This scene study and performance class allows the actors to put their talents to work. The actors will learn a new monologue and perform scenes, which will be blocked for performance in our successful showcase.
The showcases, which are open to family, friends, and the public will be set for winter, spring, and fall.
Mondays from 7:00 - 9:30
$25 per class
Next Class: TBA. Please call for more information.
Commercial Intensive Class
This two week intensive class teaches the actor the rules of commercial auditioning, performance and marketing yourself for television commercials.
It’s a great opportunity to practice on-camera acting and to learn the business of “getting cast” in TV commercials.
Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:30
$25 per class Next Class: TBA. Please call for information.
Directions to the Margaret Egan Center
Take 195 (from either north or south) to exit 34. At the light at the end of the ramp, take a right onto Bridgeport Avenue. At your third light, take a left onto Naugatuck Avenue. Take your second right onto Matthew Street. The Building will be on the end on the right.
* Please call for registration or information on any class.
Milford Actors Workshops
(203) 876-0234
maw@mediasearch.com
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