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PHYSICAL WARM UP

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THE PRETTY FLOWER (AKA Spokane)

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Okay, let's try it....

SHARK TANK (sales pitch)

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Dramatic Dying On Camera

Today's Assignment:
1) Film a 'selfie' in a selfie of you performing the following short monologue, making a choice for your "death" on camera moment. 
2) Work with a partner (switching so you both play RILEY) to die in a scene with dialogue. Make a new choice for how you die.

Monologue

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SCENE WITH PARTNER
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AUDITION TECHNIQUE

Today, I want to do a quick "checkup" on your audition technique. We'll use a mock audition script and the evaluation grid below to give you a chance to showcase what you can do in a room.
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Scene choices

PHYSICAL WARM UP

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Trophy Mockumentary

DON'T PLAN
Set up a camera.
Play a character.
Grab an item from your house.
Treat that object like a trophy or important item.
Say "yes and" to yourself and go into history.

Edit or don't edit. It's up to you.
WAYS TO SHARE
- Upload your video and share a link in class
- Send the video direct via email (JaphethG@gmail.com)
- Send the video direct via text (310) 405-9142

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WEEKLY PUNCHLINE CONTEST

Try to write the funniest punchline for this classic improv game.
(Comedy writing is good for your mind.)

THIS SET UP:

One hundred and eight five Mosquitos walk into a bar.
The bartender says, "We don't serve mosquitos here."
​And the bugs say _____________
    Be creative/funny and finish the joke set-up above.
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Previous Winners

2020
3/26 Zac Gould
4/02 Jakob Wedel
4/09 ​Maitlyn Pezzo
​4/16 Jakob Wedel
4/23 Aneliese Santana
4/30 Jakob Wedel
5/07 Meg Cowart
5/14 Meg Cowart
5/21 Travers 
​5/28 Jakob Wedel
​6/11 Nicole Wedel
​6/18 Zac Gould
7/2 Zac Gould
​8/6 Ty Correia
8/13 Ty Correia
​8/20 Max Ross
​8/27 Ty Correia
​9/03 Max Ross
9/10 Abigail Canelle
9/17 Nick Hunter
​9/24 Jakob Wedel
10/1 Zac Gould
​10/15 Jakob Wedel
10/29 Ty Correia
11/05 Jakob Wedel
​11/19 Ty Correia
12/03 Zac Gould
​12/17 Ty Correia
 2021
1/7 Jakob Wedel
1/14 Jakob Wedel
​1/21 Ty Correia
1/28 Nick Hunter
2/4 Jakob Wedel
2/11 Nicole Wedel
​2/18 Ty Correia
2/25 Nick Hunter
​3/5 Ty Correia
3/12 Zac Gould
3/19 Ty Correia
​4/1 Ty Correia
4/8 Nick Hunter
4/14 Ty Correia
​4/21 Ty Correia
4/28 Jakob Wedel


6/26 

WEEKLY PUNCHLINE CONTEST

Try to write a punchline for the following set up.
(Comedy writing is good for your mind.)

Birthday parties are just like surviving in the woods.....

    Be creative/funny and finish the joke set-up above.
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                         Previous Week's Winners:
01/09/2021             Sarah Eastep
​01/23/2021             Natalie Green
01/30/2021             Nora Yates
​02/06/2021             Makinley Paige Montez
02/13/2021             (Workshop)
​02/20/2021             Alyssa Stein
02/27/2021             Sarah Eastep
03/06/2021             Nora Yates
03/13/2021             Nora Yates
03/20/2021            Alyssa Stein
03/27/2021            Makinley Paige Montez 
04/03/2021            Judah Prehn
04/10/2021            Halle Jensen
04/17/2021            ​Makinley Paige Montez
04/24/2021            
​Makinley Paige Montez
05/01/2021            ​Makinley Paige Montez
05/08/2021            Makinley Paige Montez
05/15/2021            Makinley Paige Montez
05/22/2021            Makinley Paige Montez  
05/29/2021            Makinley Paige Montez
06/05/2021            Makinley Paige Montez
06/12/2021            Makinley Paige Montez   
​06/19/2021            N/A  
06/26/2021            Makinley Paige Montez 
07/03/2021
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THE PRETTY FLOWER (AKA Spokane)

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Okay, let's try it....

HW MOVIE WATCH

CHRISTOPHER GUEST

For HW, please watch one of the following films and be prepared to discuss next week.

BEST IN SHOW
A MIGHTY WIND
​WAITING FOR GUFFMAN
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SCENE PREMISES

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TIGHTER PEAS IN A POD

Get faster at agreeing and heightening your partners initiation. 
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ONLINE COURSES

"Social distancing" doesn't mean we have to stop training in the craft we love.
​Please choose your class below.
juniors improv
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saturdays
9am - 10:30am
JUNIORS ON-CAMERA
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MONDAYS
4:30pm - 6pm
audition technique
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thursdays
3:30pm - 5pm
advanced improv
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thursdays
5pm - 7pm
advanced on-camera
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saturdays
11am - 1:30pm
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PHYSICAL WARM UP

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Scenes

HANDS TELL THE STORY

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spacework_scenes.pdf
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spacework_object_work_scenes__kids_.pdf
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Writing Together

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Possible Scenarios To Start From:

One character confesses something big
One character is afraid of the other(s)
Love Triangle
Scene Ends with a Death
Something traumatic just happened 2 mins ago
A debate about our next move
Apology after big fight
Getting Revenge on your antagonist
Friends who want to be "more"
Siblings who lost parent(s)
In a hospital with high stakes
Detective-like characters figuring something out

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ACTING IN HISTORY

Another way actors must interpret unusual dialogue, is when the story takes place in the past.
You will work with a scene partner in class to make SUBTEXT choices. Your goal is to make this "OLD" way of speaking sound/feel natural.    
SCENES
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IMPROV TALENT SHOW

TALENT

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STYLE

​Very Dramatic
In fear
Popular Teenagers
Romantic
Very Calm
Grandparents
Uptight and organized
Angry
Too much energy
Sad
Trying to be annoying
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WHERE ARE YOU?

The location of the scene is a very important element of performance.
Whether it's a soundstage on a lot or a location outside with a perimeter of production people...
THE ACTOR MAKES US BELIEVE THIS PLACE IS REAL.

STEP ONE: IMPROV

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STEP TWO: SCENEWORK

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SCENES

LOUD SPACES:
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QUIET SPACES:
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stadium
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jail.pdf
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TODAY'S BIG CHARACTER:                             YOUNG MAFIA BOSS

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Side Hustle.pdf
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FAMILIAR WITH A STRANGER

One of the weirdest parts of professional acting is making INSTANT CHEMISTRY with a total stranger.
Most of your costars will be people who you just met. It mostly goes like this:
"Hi, nice to meet you."
"Nice to meet you too. Let's pretend we've known each other a long time."
"Sure. Let's act like this is a very intimate relationship."

Trust is important.
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Clingy
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Wrong Girl.pdf.pdf
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Roommate Wanted
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Building Bryce
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That Time That Place
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Plot Twist.pdf
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Pressure
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Selfish
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Should've Lie
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Swing Vote
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WHERE ARE YOU?

The location of the scene is a very important element of performance.
Whether it's a soundstage on a lot or a location outside with a perimeter of production people...
THE ACTOR MAKES US BELIEVE THIS PLACE IS REAL.

STEP ONE: IMPROV

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STEP TWO: SCENEWORK

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SCENES

LOUD SPACES:
foreign_food
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QUIET SPACES:
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HW ASSIGNMENT:
THE ONE-PERSON SHOW

Storytelling from personal life experiences can be a compelling way for actor's to jump start their careers. 
The critically acclaimed FLEABAG (Amazon Prime) started as a one-woman show in a small London theater. It was a talented actor/writer standing on stage and telling you why her dating life is a train-wreck. It was one woman expressing something personal and now, the show wins Emmy Awards every season.

I think some of you have great stories and the talent to make me want to watch you tell them.

Use the handout below to prepare to perform the telling of ONE STORY FROM YOUR LIFE. 
(Exaggeration is okay but the foundation and meaning of the story must come from true events.) 

We will discuss ways to expand both the writing and performing in class next week so all you have to do is be familiar with the story you want to share with us. 

​-Japheth
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VIDEO EXAMPLES

TODAY'S BIG CHARACTER:                             YOUNG MAFIA BOSS

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Side Hustle.pdf
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The Language Of SMART

Actors playing characters who are very smart, use big words, or are specialists in a field have to possess a mastery of the script. It's similar to playing a character who speaks a foreign language. If the actor doesn't know what he/she is saying, it will be obvious to the audience members who speak that "language".
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IZZY Sides
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PEG Sides (FIRST 2 PGS ONLY)
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NIX Sides
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ALEX Sides
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PENELOPE Monologue
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smart_kid_cold_reads-1.pdf
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SPECIALIZED SCENES: LISTENING TO PHONE CALLS

PHONE CALLS BLANKS
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PHONE CALL LINES
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HITTING THE MARK (with your face)

An actor must be able to clearly, but not disingenuously, convey a message with only their eyes focused on a mark. Endurance is key because multiple takes over a long shooting day will wear you down. Precision is also important. Hitting the mark without losing your emotional value is where art meets technique.
Using the file below, choose a situation for a4th wall eyeline moment. 
As you perform for twenty seconds, others will watch to see you mark accuracy. 

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FAMILIAR WITH A STRANGER

One of the weirdest parts of professional acting is making INSTANT CHEMISTRY with a total stranger.
Most of your costars will be people who you just met. It mostly goes like this:
"Hi, nice to meet you."
"Nice to meet you too. Let's pretend we've known each other a long time."
"Sure. Let's act like this is a very intimate relationship."

Trust is important.
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Clingy
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Wrong Girl.pdf.pdf
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Roommate Wanted
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Building Bryce
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That Time That Place
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Plot Twist.pdf
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Pressure
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Selfish
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Should've Lie
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ATTITUDE AUDITIONS - Avoid The Cliche

Today I want you to focus on auditioning for characters who have "a chip on their shoulder." Many young dramatic lead roles require a tough edge. Often, it's this character's job to be an obstacle for other characters in the story. 
This kind of audition requires hidden vulnerability and believable anger. 

Have fun and good luck.

​Japheth
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MAYA Sides
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LISA Sides
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OLIVE Sides
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bubbler_boy.pdf
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shoebox.pdf.pdf
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choosing_a_parent.pdf
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cutting_edge.pdf
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AFFECTING and BEING AFFECTED

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Redirect Options
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Handling Betrayal in Public

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You must respect two truths in this scene today:
1) You character is hurt when discovering/confirming that someone you love has lied to you
2) You are in public and everyone can see/hear you
Younger Actors
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Older Actors
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Write A Monologue

Use the following document to create a short monologue for a classmate to perform.
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HOMEWORK

SET POSITIONS AND TERMS

Every actor should know who and what people are talking about at their job. 
​Your team will use the handout below to familiarize yourselves with the terms, then...
We will play a game to test your knowledge!!!
SET POSITIONS AND TERMS
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STUDENT TESTIMONIAL:
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ACTING IS STORYTELLING

Actors can take a lot of the hard work out of memorizing lines by simply knowing the story that the character is telling.
As you rehearse today, please try a method that I call "Subtext Summarizing". This is the technique of trying to say the lines in your own words. This connection to your own thoughts will make the written words more accessible.

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Jordan
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Caleb - Sc2
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Real Mom
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MONO SET
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MEISNER

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LESSON #1
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LESSON #2
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FLIPPING THE SWITCH

The 'magic trick' of acting is transformation. When an actor changes from themselves into the character, the crew/audience is amazed. Sometimes, you have to make another transformation within the scene.
Today, work on surprising the viewer by hitting a big flip within the role.
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Audition Pressure
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Advanced Scene Study

Work with a partner to perform these dramatic scenes to the best of your abilities. 
Submission
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Honest Meal
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defensive_position_-_boy_teen_hospital_drama.pdf
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3 Little Words
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Maturity
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corporate_tower
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Something Lost
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Privacy
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Backstory
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SINGLE-CAM / PROCEDURAL AUDITIONS

Focus on the difference between introspection vs communication.
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Chris.pdf
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Caleb SC2.pdf
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YOUR COMEDY STYLE

SitComs like to test actors with "test scenes" that are designed to be a showcase of the actor's abilities. There is no role (at least not fully written) yet. 
Your job is to hit the "test" benchmarks and make yourself stand out. 
​Make it your own while showing your comedy skills. 
​HAVE FUN!
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chris_new_nick_2021.pdf
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jordan_sides.pdf
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morgan_sides.pdf
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casey_test_script_adults.pdf
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new_test_nickelodeon_jamie_sides.pdf
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Hi Status / Lo Status

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relationship_scene__hi-lo_status_.pdf
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hartley.pdf
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Comedy Test Scenes

When the sides are vague, you get to make them specific. 
When they ask you to do fun voices, show them something unique.
Instead of showing who the character is, you are showing them you (exaggerated).
Have FUN! 
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Chris
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Casey
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TED TALK SLIDES

DISCOVERY MOMENTS

Let's focus on different ways to make a big discovery today.

​Your character is learning something that is a big deal for them. Practice ways to raise the stake without over-acting the moment. 
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adulted.pdf
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piece_of_cake.pdf
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thomas_monologue.pdf
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Confession Scenes

Today, our scenes will explore  what it's like to be uncharacteristically vulnerable.
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The Shape of the Scene

Try to maintain who this character is while preparing to perform in two distinct ways:

1) First, prepare the scene where your character wins the fight. 
2) Then, one where your character loses the fight. 

Use all of your actor's tools (subtext, pace, discoveries, etc.) to change the outcome of the scene.
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cutting_edge.pdf
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HOLIDAY COMEDY SCENES

Tradition
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Carols
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* THE HAROLD *

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Circumstances: Trapped

The roles here are both HIGH and LOW status within the HORROR genre.
Look for DISCOVERIES, EYELINES, and TONE.
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The Art of Acting While Acting

Choose whether or not you want to be character who is the 'good' actor (Evan) or the one who's the 'bad' actor (Heather). 
Both have their challenges and can be fun to do. 
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Getting Better at Improv

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in_a______with_a__________longer_revised_.pdf
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UNDERSTANDING THE DIRECTOR: WES ANDERSON

Actors need to know how to research what the creative executives are looking for.
Every job has a different set of priorities. 

​Let's try some Wes Anderson acting today...
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sam_suzy.pdf
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ALL THAT SHADE

Today I want you to focus on auditioning for characters who have "a chip on their shoulder." Many dramatic lead roles require a tough edge. Often, it's this character's job to be an obstacle for other characters in the story. 
This kind of audition requires hidden vulnerability and believable anger. 

Have fun and good luck.

​Japheth
MAYA Sides
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LISA Sides
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ADAM Sides
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TYLER SIDES
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JULES Sides
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COMMERCIAL AUDITIONS

HANDOUT
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disney_world_-1.pdf
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wildcity_commercial.pdf
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clorox_clean.doc
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commercial__verizon_teens_.pdf
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Working A 'Room'

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Questions:

  • Tell me something unexcepted about you
  • Where are you from? What's it like there?
  • Do you have any siblings?
  • Are you in school? College? Do you have a day job?
  • Favorite actor?
  • Favorite TV show/Movie?
  • Favorite food?
  • Favorite vacation destination?
  • Any pets?
  • Significant other?
  • Why do you love acting?
  • What have you been in?
  • Funny stories from set/stage?
  • Can you sing/dance?
  • What's your dream job?
  • Who is your dream co-star?
  • Can you do any accents?
  • Do you speak other languages?
  • What age do you wish you were?
  • Where do you want to be in five years?

Between The Lines

Today I want to talk about how PARAENTHESES in a script can inform you about SUBTEXT.
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Audition Scene:

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Smoothing Out Your "YES AND..."

Discovering Your Pain

When you are auditioning for a character who is experiencing extreme pain, it is up to the actor to determine HOW TO SHOW THE PAIN.

Techniques I recommend:
-breath work
-muscle tension
-waves of discovery
-affect delivery/pace
-shifts and settles with body

In today's scenes, your character will discover pain and then feel it at a level ten!
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Collaborative and Competitive

Your co-star is both your teammate and your competition. Support them AND let them push you to work harder.

Today, your classmates will anonymously critique your performance based on the following criteria:

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protector_.pdf
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acceptance_.pdf
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THE 2 STEPS OF HORROR

Every horror movie has two distinct parts:
1) The part where everything is normal.

Either a "normal family" or "beautiful young adults" spend the first twenty minutes of the movie showing their relationship and making creepy discoveries.
2) The crazy, life-threatening part.
Characters start dying and/or witnessing horrible things.

This is basically playing two genres. To be good at both, actors need to downplay PART 1 and go big in PART 2.
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Example Audition:
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The Art of The Interview

HANDOUT
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Use the tips in the handout above while your classmates interview you. 
Be yourself. Avoid the common ways to put your foot in your mouth.
SITUATIONS:
-Agent/Manager
-Casting Director Banter
-Producer Sessions
​-Fans and Press

Theatrical Dialogue

These sides are from a Tony Award winning play. The speed and natural style may be new for tv/film actors. 
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DUMMY SIDES

Sometimes, casting doesn't have the official script for the part you are auditioning . In these cases, they will send you scenes from previous episode for the show (or a similar show). These are known as "dummy sides".
Actors should know that they have more opportunities to "go off the page" a little.
Your goal shouldn't be to deliver all the lines perfectly.
Your goal should be to show them that you could be on this show (once they finally have a script for your character.)
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STRANGER THINGS Dummy Sides
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SUBTEXT DIALOGUE:

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SUBTEXT CHOICES:

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MAKE IT FUNNY

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​SCENES

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The Voice Over

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RALLY THE TROOPS

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HIGH INTENSITY MAKE BELIEVE

Use the following audition scenes to practice creating this intense situation in your house while on zoom.
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NEW FACETIME SCENES

Today's scene is a drama that is meant to be played on a video call.
The goal for performance should be to make the DIALOGUE and BEATS feel as realistic and natural as possible. 
Because we have all had plenty of experience listening to conversations on FaceTime and Zoom,
the bar for "believability" is extremely high in a scene like this.

THE AUDIENCE SHOULD FORGET THAT THEY ARE WATCHING A SCENE

Good Luck,
Japheth
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LOOSE COMEDY

Improv The Script
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Prepared but LOOSE

Today we will prepare a scene where your character is under the influence (on alcohol or some other drug).
Your goal is to be able to DELIVER MULTIPLE TAKES that all feel consistent but also random and loose.
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The STORY in your EYELINE SHIFT

When watching your audition tape (or Zoom callback), casting will have no choice but to look at your eyes. 
Most of us know how to play to the reader, and how to place things on our 4th wall...
but today, I want you to think about the story being told during the transfer from one eyeline to another. 

EACH ACTOR WILL PERFORM ONE DRAMA THEN ONE DRAMA SCENE:
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Natural Monologuin'

Lets discuss the things that make dialogue feel natural.
I want to know what techniques YOU think work when trying to make dialogue feel like real life. 
How much do you overlap? Do you use 'handles'? Do you change words? How much do you focus on diction/articulation? Etc... 

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CHEMISTRY READS

TV/FILM ACTING is the only art form where instant intimacy is required in order to sell the relationship. 
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INTIMACY doesn't mean romantic connection (although it could). Even hating someone requires knowing them on a personal level.

As a though experiment, imagine (or remember) two people with NO chemistry. What's wrong with their interaction? Some of it will be physical. The body language is weird, etc. Some it the timing. They have no conversational rhythm. It's just awkward.

Our job in class today, and EVERY TIME we work with scene partners on camera, is to remove all the signals from the list above.

You will almost always be working with strangers. Making the audience believe that you actually have a relationship is your job.     
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Comedy Pressure​

Practice putting you comedy characters under pressure.
​Think about a ticking clock in every comedy scene you perform.
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COMEDY MIS-DIRECTIONS

Today we will use the following scenes to explore different ways to hit the COMEDY 180s.
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ADAPTING A CLASSIC

Othello
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TED TALK SLIDES

HW: RAGE SCENES

EXTREME ANGER can feel fake or forced. It's hard to raise the stakes that high and be truthful.
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For HW, have a clip prepared to share with your favorite RAGE/ANGER moment on camera.

We will watch and discuss. Then, you will be assigned a SCRIPTED scene to perform in this style.

SCENES

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What We Deserve
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MULTI-CAM TEST SCENE

Choose one of the scripts below. Use the last page of the sides to fill in the blanks you find throughout. Make it your own while showing your comedy skills. 
​HAVE FUN!
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UNFINISHED SIDES: Create A Monologue

Use the file below to create an audition piece for a classmate to perform. 
You only need a few lines to connect the existing dialogue together.
You can type your words into an email at JaphethG@gmail.com
...or private chat and I will transcribe into the script for you.
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HW:  Writer's Completion

For HW, choose a scene from the four options in this PDF and finish the scene's dialogue before next class. Have fun and create a scene you would want to see/act in.
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SHOWING YOUR COMEDIC RANGE

These sides require the actor to play both high AND low status in the same read. 
​*(Do not learn all these pages. Specific scenes will be assigned in class)
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SKETCH CHARACTER MONOLOGUES

Sketch characters are usually ONE COMEDIC IDEA expressed through a personality.
The actor has TWO IMPORTANT JOBS in these kinds of performances/auditions:
1) Show the creators that you get the joke. Display your comedy skills to casting.
2) Be creative off the page. The creative minds who work on sketch comedy are always looking for ways to heighten and expand what the character is doing. Take some smart risks with the material.

Choose a monologue form the options below.
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Bio-Pic Day

Today we will explore what it is like to wear a character for a while and then perform the big
monologue. Imagine that you are a cast to play this character and you have a few weeks to
prepare. He would do all the research and backstory and then spend some amount of hours
living as that person. You would walk like them, talk like them, think like them for a while.

You will be assigned a famous REAL LIFE person who you are playing at YOUR AGE. 
You must show the producers/director that you can become this famous person, 
while also bringing yourself to the performance.

STEP ONE: Receive your assigned role
STEP TWO: Spend some time researching.
STEP THREE: Perform an assigned monologue as that person.

​Good luck!

PUBLICITY HW

An important part of being an actor is ALL THE WORK BESIDES THE ACTING. 
Your job requires you to speak about the process, the project and your collaborators. 

For HW, think about the character you are playing in this project (No Place Like Dome/UnderMind) and complete the character breakdown questionnaire here...
CHARACTER ANALYSIS
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You will also be pretending to be tv hosts who are interviewing the other cast about their project/characters.
PLEASE CREATE A SEPARATE LIST OF QUESTIONS to ask other actors about their home-filming experience. Ask them what challenged them, how they connected to the character, what was their favorite scene to film, etc... Maybe you can ask the cast to do a fun "challenge" which will test their chemistry? Be creative as the interviewer. 

CREEPY BEATS

Sometimes the entire audition is about ONE moment. Everything depends on whether or not the actor hits the specific beat that the CD's and Producers are looking for. Today, these samples all have a creepy, spine-chilling "bum-bum-buuuum" moment in them. But they also have an element of a real young person who is a victim of the SuperNatural. 
Use your skills (stillness, eyeline choices, tone of voice, pace and pauses) to get the affect that they expect in this scene while also finding the balance of being a real kid. 
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​Taking The Character Further

We (writers/producers/directors) are paying attention to ALL of the characters and aspect of the story. You (the actor) are responsible for your character. It is nice to have actors who have given thought to what else this character might do or say within the world of the story. 

STEP 1: Choose a monologue from the list here....
MONOLOGUE PAGE
...and be ready to COLD READ your choice to the class.

STEP 2: Use the handout below to write a SUPPLEMENTARY MONOLOGUE.
ASSIGNMENT
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HOMEWORK

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Monologue Choices:

There are EIGHT monologues in the PDF below. You may choose any gender or age. 
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AUDITION TECHNIQUE

You will be assigned a short audition scene from below and given a short time to rehearse in class. 
Please do your best to be off book.  
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IMPROV TITLES

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SECRET TRAITS

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Ensemble Scenes

When filming COVERAGE on set, actors must stay in the scene even when they are not talking. In MULTI-CAM shows, it is obvious when one of the actors is taking a "break" from acting. 

In today's class, try to keep your performance level high thorught the scene below. 

​Good luck. Have fun!
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Dramatic Dying On Camera

Prepare to perform this short monologue with at least TWO choices for your "death" on camera. 
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Aaron Sorkin's Rhythm

The fast-paced pitter-patter of Sorkin dialogue is legendary. Try your hand at one of the most difficult dialogue scenes ever put on film. 
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​Taking The Character Further

We (writers/producers/directors) are paying attention to ALL of the characters and aspect of the story. You (the actor) are responsible for your character. It is nice to have actors who have given thought to what else this character might do or say within the world of the story. 

STEP 1: Choose a monologue from the list here....
MONOLOGUE PAGE
...and be ready to COLD READ your choice to the class.

STEP 2: Use the handout below to write a SUPPLEMENTARY MONOLOGUE.
ASSIGNMENT
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Ensemble Scenes

When filming COVERAGE on set, actors must stay in the scene even when they are not talking. In MULTI-CAM shows, it is obvious when one of the actors is taking a "break" from acting. 

In today's class, try to keep your performance level high thorught the scene below. 

​Good luck. Have fun!
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DIALOGUE IN THE UNKNOWN

As actors, one of the most difficult and essential tasks is to make discoveries in our work.
After repeating the scene in the audition process and rehearsals, most of the surprise is gone. 

In this exercise, you will be assigned a scene that has your partner's lines removed. You can only read/memorize what you are going to say. In the performance, actors should try to slow down. Have your dialogue loaded but be sensitive to the unfolding story.
​Let your subtext be fueled by the fact that you're LISTENING TO THESE LINES FOR THE FIRST TIME.


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EYELINE ENDURANCE (Guessing Game)

An actor must be able to clearly, but not disingenuously, convey a message with only their eyes focused on a mark. Endurance is key because multiple takes over a long shooting day will wear you down. 
Using the file below, choose a SECRET situation for your 4th wall eyeline moment. 
As you perform for twenty seconds, others will type their guesses into the chat. 
​It is hard but fun!
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HOW ENVIRONMENT AFFECTS PERFORMANCE

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DIALOGUE IN THE UNKNOWN

As actors, one of the most difficult and essential tasks is to make discoveries in our work.
After repeating the scene in the audition process and rehearsals, most of the surprise is gone. 

In this exercise, you will be assigned a scene that has your partner's lines removed. You can only read/memorize what you are going to say. In the performance, actors should try to slow down. Have your dialogue loaded but be sensitive to the unfolding story.
​Let your subtext be fueled by the fact that you're LISTENING TO THESE LINES FOR THE FIRST TIME.


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EYES TELL THE STORY

Your face, and specifically your eyes, are key components to story-telling.
All of the scene options today have a strong element of FEAR on THE FOURTH WALL.
SCENE CHOICES

Being The Director

Today, you will each direct a fellow classmate's performance of an assigned monologue. 
Use the handout below to help develop your note-giving technique.  
Learn what it feels like to want something from a performer. Pay attention to how collaborative the process is. 
​Hopeful the lessons learned here will translate to better cohesion in your next real life Actor-Director Relationship. 
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HI-STATUS  STRENGTH  AUDITIONS

In tis class, I want to focus on big pivotal moments where characters finally put their foot down. These characters aren't "mean" people, they have been pushed to the point where their honesty seems harsh. Whether this is comedy or drama, think of the history that led up to this big "monologue" moment.  Let that imagined history influence your performance. 
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YOUNG LADY SIDES
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RE-BOOTING A CLASSIC STORY

Have you noticed that almost all big movies lately are sequels or remakes or reboots of other stories?
Thinking creatively about how our industries tell stories is part of your job as an actor. 

Your homework is to use the following handout and be prepared to give a five minute presentation in our next class. This presentation will be more like a pitch meeting than a book report. 

If you are confused, please conact me using the button at the bottom of this page.

Have fun and good luck,
​Japheth 

(PARENTHETICALS)

Script formatting that every actor needs to know. 
Please click on the PDF below:
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VO IMPROV HW

For HW this week, I would like each student to film one minute of footage where they improvise a voice for an inanimate object. (You may use more than one object/voice.) 
Try not to plan.... at all. There is a beautiful quality to the things your brain will come up with once the camera is rolling. I know your instinct will be to think of what you're going to say ahead of time. Fight it. That desire to be prepare is born of insecurity.
Let your mind be free and playful. 

​**Below is an example of me, just pointing my phone at the first thing I saw in my house and speaking from the object's POV. 
Is it genius art? No. But it is totally spontaneous and has the playful improv quality I'm encouraging you all to explore. 

Looking forward to your weird footage,
Japheth

TEACHER'S CHOICE - DRAMATIC SCENES

Today I've chosen some of my favorite original scenes to play with. Use all your dramatic acting technique to make the scene feel organic but surprising. Make choices that serve the tension and stakes of the story. Basically....act well.
Scene One
SCeNE TWO
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THE ONE-PERSON SHOW

Storytelling from personal life experiences can be a compelling way for actor's to jump start their careers. 
The critically acclaimed FLEABAG (Amazon Prime) started as a one-woman show in a small London theater. It was a talented actor/writer standing on stage and telling you why her dating life is a train-wreck. It was one woman expressing something personal and now, the show wins Emmy Awards every season.

I think some of you have great stories and the talent to make me want to watch you tell them.

Use the handout below to prepare to perform the telling of ONE STORY FROM YOUR LIFE. 
(Exaggeration is okay but the foundation and meaning of the story must come from true events.) 

We will discuss ways to expand both the writing and performing in class next week so all you have to do is be familiar with the story you want to share with us. 

​-Japheth
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THE GENERAL AUDITION

General auditions are a showcase of the actor's abilities. There is no role (at least not fully written) yet. 
Your job is to hit the "test" benchmarks and make yourself stand out. 
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Dramatic Improv Scenarios

This week, we will explore auditioning when there is no script available.  
This means there are no lines to memorize, but only a given scenario/situation for the actor to think about ahead of time. 
Knowing that Casting Director's will probably only give you one chance (maybe two with re-direction), means that the actor has to prepare to think quickly in the moment.
Explore the possible paths the story may go so you are not caught flat-footed in the back-and-forth. 
REMEMBER YOUR IMPROV SKILLS. Even though these are dramatic auditions, the same rules apply:
-Listen to your scene partners
-React with emotions
-Agree on what is true
-Make assumptions about the backstory

USE THE FILE BELOW to choose one of the six available scenarios. There are some prompts within each selection to help you prepare and brainstorm. Again, you do not have lines or know what will be said in the audition so you job is to be ready for anything. 

Good Luck,
Japheth

As usual, if you're confused, I can be contacted using the button at the bottom of this page.  

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The POWER of DIALOGUE

In this exercise, students will work with a partner to create a short dramatic scene for another pair of actors to perform. 
The TEMPLATES below have pre-written lines of dialogue that must be in the final scene. 
The rest is up to you and your partner! Use the "share content" function and assign one partner to edit the documents below.
(To be clear: as long as the provided lines remain the opening and closing dialogue, then the length of the scene is up to you.)

Have fun thinking about relationship, history, juicy lines of dialogue, unique on-camera blocking, etc.

After a brief writing period, partners will hand the finished script to a pair of actors who will perform the scene.

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Scenes For 04/23/20

Today I want you to focus on auditioning for characters who have "a chip on their shoulder." Many young dramatic lead roles require a tough edge. Often, it's this character's job to be an obstacle for other characters in the story. 
This kind of audition requires hidden vulnerability and believable anger. 

Have fun and good luck.

​Japheth
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NEW FACETIME SCENE

Today's scene is a drama that is meant to be played on a video call.
The goal for performance should be to make the DIALOGUE and BEATS feel as realistic and natural as possible. 
Because we have all had plenty of experience listening to conversations on FaceTime and Zoom,
the bar for "believability" is extremely high in a scene like this.

THE AUDIENCE SHOULD FORGET THAT THEY ARE WATCHING A SCENE

Good Luck,
Japheth
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HW THIS WEEK:

Please film a 1-2 minute interview where someone else asks you the following question: 
"What (besides acting/performing) is important to you?"
It could be like a red carpet setup or maybe you're a guest on someone's show. 
Being good at answering publicity questions is an important part of the actor's professional life. 
Having something that is bigger than your own fame/success makes you a celebrity that people will want to support. 
Use the handout below to guide you in your answers. 
Please have the tape ready to share next class. 

As usual, contact me with any questions,
Japheth
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THIS WEEK'S SCENE BANK (04/15/20)

Today, I want you to focus on the CUT-OFFS in the dialogue and making them feel as natural as possible. 
Writer's add hyphens and ellipses to indicate a character trialing off or being interrupted.
It is the actor's job (always) to make these moments feel as honest as they do in real life.

HINT: Life is messy and unpredictable, that's why we often don't speak in complete/perfect sentences. 

Good Luck,
Japheth
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SIDES FOR THIS WEEK

This week's theme is LOVE-ABLE NAIVE MULTI-CAM CHARACTERS.
When your character is the "dumb one" in a sitcom cast, the trick is not to be obnoxious. The actor must find ways to make the audience love them even thought he character often makes many mistakes (which lead to comedy.)
Please be prepared to perform one of the sides below in our next class. 

As always, contact me (use the button at the bottom of this page) if you're confused. 

-Japheth
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TODAY'S SCENES

This week, please be prepared with any ONE of the scenes below. 
When you are asked to self-tape or live audition with a scene where there is a physical stunt, it can feel fake or awkward.
Please focus on making the EMOTIONS more important than the violence.
​Japheth Gordon
TAYLOR Sides
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KYLE Sides
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SAM Sides
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