COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Acting II is an extension of Acting I in that the skills introduced are upgraded and expanded in this second phase of acting training.  The class will continue with theatre games and improvisational exercises as well as a survey of basic acting fundamentals.  The beginning actor has much they can learn because we will always review an actor’s primary skills.  This is training.  Craft is embedded through repetition. 

Alumni Track:  This is their opportunity to keep up and expand the development of their abilities.  They also return to our point of view of discipline, focus, passion, and humor. For the veteran performer we give them special attention and address specific issues in their work.

This is the educational arm of the first and foremost Asian American theatre company in the nation, this course maintains a safe, respectful, and proactive environment to explore the state of acting today.

Scholarships are limited and based on availability. For more information, please email classes@eastwestplayers.org  

INSTRUCTOR BIO:

Dom Magwili, award-winning actor, director, producer, and teacher for East West Players since 1974. Trained at the American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco, with Darryl Hickman, and the East West Players.  Dom appeared in the movie, Fifty First Dates.  He also guest starred on such TV shows as Close to Home, How to make it in America, and ER. He received critical acclaim for his work in the East West Players Production of Proof, as well as the South Coast Rep’s production of Search and Destroy, and the Center Theatre Group’s production of Dogeaters.

COVID-19 Policy: 

Students must be fully vaccinated. 

Refunds and Cancellations: 

We understand that not all classes work out and that emergencies happen. If a cancellation were to occur either before or after the class, we will issue a full refund, minus credit card processing fees (3% of the cost). If a cancellation occurs after the second course, 10% of the course cost will be deducted from the total, in addition to the 3% credit card processing fee. 

If an emergency occurs that makes it so that the student is unable to finish the course, EWP and the student will discuss best steps for moving forward

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Whether you've been performing on stage for years, looking to apply the lessons from your first Acting classes to "the biz", or are looking for a new approach to auditioning, this class is for you!  With the increased number of self tape auditions in all mediums, this 6 week course is designed to help actors understand how casting looks at materials and how actors can present themselves professionally and concisely in their auditions.  This class will include multiple mock auditions in commercials, television, and film. Topics also include understanding the difference between auditioning for larger roles vs day player roles, formatting resumes, and how to take great headshots. This is an audition technique class that requires some training in breaking down scripts and materials. Actors will be expected to learn materials and sides quickly and come to class prepared to share their rehearsals/performances. Homework will include both written work and self tape auditions, about 1-2 hours per week outside of class.

Instructor Bio: 

Kenzo Lee is a working actor in Los Angeles with over 100 network TV, studio film, and national commercials including recent appearances on NBCs hit show St. Denis. He opened The Actor’s Therapy to help actors deal with the pitfalls of self-tapes and remote auditions in this new auditioning landscape. He specializes in unlocking castable branding and making sure it shines through every audition. His clientele include multiple Series Recurring actors, title characters in feature films, and vertical series stars.