Script Analysis & Character Building Actor Prep for Attacking a Script (Ages 14-19)

Let’s get down to it.  It’s ATNY’s Bread and Butter.  We host the strongest coaches in NYC for Teen Actors.  Before we focus on the camera, we need to understand how to attack a script.  This class is a must for all on camera actors. The actor does not determine where the scene goes.  You need to loosen your wanting to control the copy and the scene and allow it to go where it naturally goes.  You must be vulnerable and focus on all things external, especially the people you are speaking to or want something from.   Yes, this is why improvisation is a must.  You must have the courage to react spontaneously to what’s coming at you.  Dramatic and Comedic Scripts.

Stop trying to be so interesting in your acting.  Actors who try to show emotion are bad.  In this class, you’ll learn to react instinctively, understand given circumstances, and continually hone your scene objective.  Meisner Focus.  Class size will be limited for quality, 10.  Should demand exceed this, ATNY will open a 12:30pm – 1:30pm private class for actors to keep quality control.

Notes: ATNY’s Final Industry Showcase is now optional. Current fall actors who would like to participate in the multi industry showcase will get a reduced showcase price from those not in our program, and must register separately.  You may do this at the beginning of the term or anytime up to the showcase.  Final showcase consists of 3-Rooms of Agents, Managers and Casting Directors.