Teen Acting: Truth in Performance

Service Description

Ready to deepen your craft and truly lead with your acting? Our Teen Acting class is designed for serious young performers eager to dive into immersive technique while gaining real-world preparation for their artistic journey. Open to ages 13-17 This isn't just about learning lines; it's about fostering artistic excellence, equity, and creative empowerment in a vibrant, collaborative environment. You'll master foundational acting principles and develop powerful tools for character creation, scene work, and storytelling. Get ready to build the skills and confidence to stand out, whether you're aiming for college conservatories or a professional career in the entertainment industry. About the Instructor: Brenda Beck is a seasoned voice, speech, and dialects coach for film, television, and theatre. She brings a wealth of real-world experience from over 100 professional productions, including current work for major campaigns like Orbit Gum. As an accomplished performer herself, her global theatre tours speak to her deep understanding of the craft, ensuring that teen actors thrive under her guidance. What truly sets her apart is her invaluable audition advantage: having spent years on the other side of the table, personally auditioning hundreds of college hopefuls for a prestigious acting conservatory, she provides unparalleled insider knowledge, practical strategies, and confidence-building guidance crucial for successful post-secondary applications. With her MFA in Acting from USC and extensive training under legendary voice and speech masters, Brenda fosters a fun, rigorous, and inspiring environment where young actors can truly explore, grow, and find their authentic voice, propelling them towards both collegiate and professional success. About Series One: Foundations of Performance Series One is the ideal launchpad for young performers eager to take center stage. Whether you're just beginning or looking to sharpen your skills, this dynamic series builds the essential tools that every great performer needs. Over six weeks, students train in one, two, or all three core disciplines: Acting, Musical Theater, and Improv. Classes are guided by professional instructors who know how to bring out the best in each student. At the end f the series, students share their growth in a lively, family-friendly performance of scenes, songs, and improv games.