Workshops
This workshop has 3 sessions, Friday, Sept. 12, 19th & 26th, 10- 12
We have an exciting encore presentation of this very popular workshop. Have you ever thought, "I'd like to try my hand at directing"? This mentor style, introductory class will be led by 2 seasoned directors. They will be sharing their methods and formulas for success which will enable you to develop your own bag of tricks.
Leaders are:
Barbara Turino
Barb has enjoyed a successful acting career for over 40 years. She has been fortunate to work with many different directors and directing styles. As the president of the Theater club in Casta Del Sol, a senior community in Mission Viejo, Barb and her creative partner write, direct, and perform in numerous shows each year. Barb has also directed several Theater Guild productions, including Almost Maine, Cemetery Club, and some Readers Theatre one acts. She is excited to share some of her directorial tips and tools in this workshop.
Bear Sanchez
Bear has been an entertainer for more than 40 years with extensive work in the field of education. He takes great pride in being an "EduTrainer". His entertainment career started in film and television at age eight, and later found his footing in theater and radio. As an actor he plays dramatic and comedic roles, while also doing voice and directing. Bear finds joy in being a Children's Party Entertainer and Magician through his company, Star Quality Parties. He's participated in many Theatre Guild productions and always brings his best to every endeavor.
Limit 12
Are you interested in fine tuning your performance? Then this workshop is for YOU!
ON SINGING ONSTAGE is designed to blend acting, singing and body language into one seamless performance, enabling students to captivate audiences with complete confidence.
Instructor Justin Blake is a former Idyllwild Arts faculty member who has more than 40 years experience in Musical Theater.
The course is open to all active, Theatre Guild members who love to perform and want to improve their skills.
Classes will meet on ten consecutive Monday afternoons beginning October 6th and ending December 8th.
Location: Music Room at the PAC (formerly the Billiard Room)
Time: 2:00-4:00
Tuition is $75 and non-refundable. Printed sheet music, live piano accompaniment and other supplies will be provided to build your personal audition portfolio.
Register on line or send a check to:
Theatre Guild/PAC
P.O. Box 2838
Laguna Hills, CA 92654
Enrollment limited to a maximum of 15. For information email Justin Blake:
justincdrt@gmail.com
This workshop has 4 sessions; Oct. 31st, Nov. 7, 14 & 21, from 10-12
Improv comedy is a type of live theater in which actors perform without a script. Short, self-contained scenes will be created to provide the structure for improvisation. Learn to listen, respond, react in a positive manner; show honest emotions and most importantly have fun. You will learn that most improv techniques apply to other forms of theater.
Workshop leaders are Barb Turino and Bear Sanchez. Both quick on their feet with a huge passion for authenticity!
This workshop has 3 sessions; Dec 1, 8 & 15 from 1:30 -3:00 in Instructors' In-Home LW Music Studio
This class is for first time attendees and will focus on how to sing and act out a song so you can book a part or simply entertain from the shower! You'll also learn how to keep your voice fit and strong while preventing laryngitis.
Elissa Kaplan Senter will be leading this Workshop. She is a stage, film, TV and radio voice over entertainer and artist. She loves teaching and sharing her knowledge with other performers. This will be her 50th year as an Actor's Equity, SAG and AFTRA union member. She began her off Off-Broadway career at the age of nine!
MAXIMUM ATTENDEES: 3
Workshops are free to Theatre Guild members. Must be a member to participate.
Donations always appreciated.
For more information contact: TheatreGuildLW@Outlook.com
The Performing Arts Company of Laguna Woods Village, Inc.
Theatre Guild of Laguna Woods Division
P.O. Box 2838, Laguna Hills, CA, 92654
E-Mail: theatreguildlw@outlook.com