East West Players

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.