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Are you interested in getting your foot in the door of the acting industry? Then look no further than Connecticut for the best, easy, and most fun way to learn! "Today's Technique for Today's Actor" is the perfect way to get started. This non-method alternative gives you the tools to work fast and efficiently, essential skills for today's fast-paced entertainment industry. Our technique is based on Don Richardson's book "Acting without Agony", and is quickly becoming the leading course used to prepare for a career in TV, film, and Broadway! So why wait? Start your acting journey today and take your career to the next level!

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Not offered at this Time ------offers an easy and fun way to learn what acting is and how to play the game. Our technique "TODAY'S TECHNIQUE for TODAY'S ACTOR "gives you a very simple way of working. Gary believes that acting is a work of the imagination. His technique will help you learn how to arrive at your emotions and analyze a scene and create a believable character in a short period - which is required in today's Entertainment Industry. Each class offers an environment where all students will work in every class. The eleven-week session consists of Acting Technique. Scene Study, Monologues & Cold Reading Taped Auditions. Gary also adds Commercials classes when time permits. 

Acting for TV & Film for Kids 10-13

Offers an easy and fun way to learn what acting is and how to play the game. His technique "TODAY'S TECHNIQUE for TODAY'S ACTOR" gives you a very simple way of working. Gary believes that acting is a work of the imagination. This technique will help you learn how to arrive at your emotions and analyze a scene and create a believable character in a short period – which is required in today's Entertainment Industry. Each class offers an environment where all students will work on stage in every class. The eleven-week session consists of Acting Technique. Scene Study, Monologues & Cold Reading Taped Auditions. "Acting without Agony: An Alternative to the Method by Don Richardson" (2nd edition) is required for acting classes ages 14-Adult.

Acting for TV & Film for teens and adults 13-up 

Most TV and Film casting will be done by virtual auditions due to the virus. Their (taped) recommendations are forwarded to Directors and Producers - only then can you expect callbacks and/or bookings. Actors are expected to be prepared and professional under tough conditions. These distractions can hurt your audition. An uncomfortable environment, audition pressure, and nerves.

Virtual On-Camera Audition  Class via ZOOM. 

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Next Stop NY! Acting forTV, Film & Stage in Fairfield, Connecticut

Gary is fantastic! His instruction genuinely aids in your understanding of acting skills and how to enhance your performance. I've already secured a few gigs as a result of his excellent teachings. Many thanks, Gary!

Kelsey M

Next stop NY is the place to go if you want to improve your craft and get new information and skills. Gary is top-notch.