ACTING CLASSES FOR BEGINNERS

THE MICHELLE DANNER LOS ANGELES ACTING SCHOOL

Learn the best acting techniques for film acting & auditioning.

Learn how to stand out in the audition room.

The Michelle Danner Acting Studio’s philosophy is that artists can draw upon all different acting techniques and form an individual toolbox, their own Golden Box. We will help you to develop your own “Golden Box” of techniques and tools that you can use when approaching a role or a scene, whether it be for film, television, or theater. The Acting School’s acting techniques are based on Meisner, Strasberg, Adler, Hagen, Chekhov, & the Stanislavsky Technique.

Michelle Danner is an international film director & acting coach. Her student list include James Franco, Seth MacFarlane, Salma Hayek, Henry Cavill, Zooey Deschanel, Gerard Butler, Chris Rock, Chris Martin, Penelope Cruz, Michael Pena, Michelle Rodriguez,  Kate Del Castillo and many others.

In addition, to in person classes in Los Angeles we also offer online course and online classes.

ONLINE CLASSES FOR ACTORS

ONLINE CLASSES FOR KIDS AND TEENS

This Los Angeles acting school offers the following acting classes:

The Golden Box, a two day acting intensive teaches actors to draw upon all different acting techniques and form a toolbox of their own. Michelle Danner Golden Box technique draws upon Meisner, Strasberg, Adler, Hagen, Chekhov & the Stanislavsky Technique. You will form a toolbox of  your own and develop a comprehensive set of “acting tools” when approaching a role or a scene whether it be for film, television or theater.Michelle teaches a technique that is effective for actors of all different levels.   [expand title=”Continue Reading”]The Golden Box emphasizes on how to get out of one’s head and learning to completely live in the moment, by finding unique emotional triggers based on personal experiences. You will learn how to access their full range of feelings and emotions in an instant. Actors around the world have found success studying with Michelle because she takes the emphasis off of the “method”. She helps actors rediscover their own creativity.  Michelle will push you to grow out of acting, and into artistry. [/expand]

Learn what you need to break through in your career and prepare the tools you need to succeed! An interactive workshop that answers questions such as:

– Getting a headshot and show reel that stands out among hundreds!
– How to get into SAG-AFTRA!
– Creating a resume that gets you called in!
– Finding agents, managers, lawyers and publications!
– How casting works!
– Developing an individualized strategy for your career!

In our acting classes for beginner you will be working in front of the camera is an art all by itself. You have to risk letting it capture the most secret parts of you. Actors practice in front of the camera with sides from movies and TV shows and all genres of dramatic writing. *Playback is watched on television and the big screen. Students learn to stamp their signatures on a character with unique choices. This acting classes for beginners class aims to exercise an ease working in front of the camera and the confidence to perform and to shine in every audition.

This class focuses on voice and text work with storytelling and solo work techniques. Our unique approach to voice is designed to liberate the natural voice and thereby develop a vocal technique that serves the freedom of human expression, helping actors produce a full-bodied performance. When you access your inner strength, you’ll not only empower your acting skills, but you’ll increase your bookings.

SCENE STUDY

Scene Study provides the best opportunity for the committed actor to flex their acting muscles, and refine their craft on a consistent basis. Actors are taught the foundations of technique through opening emotional exercises which are used to warm up the actor’s instrument and introduce the tools that will be applied to their scene work. In this acting class, students learn how to use all of their technique, and harness it for performance.

It is no secret that there is an industry demand for skilled improv actors whom are quick on their feet and take risks with confidence. This is an improvisational workout geared towards helping actors find creativity and enhance their skills as a performer. Build scenes, take risks and find unique choices that are memorable. Develop strong and exciting characters. Get out of your head and open your eyes to new performance possibilities.

Stella Adler Acting Technique

12 WEEK INTENSIVE

You will learn the Stella Adler technique and explore the language and principles of Stella Adler’s approach to acting, including action, circumstance, and justification. You will develop a foundation from which to build yourself as an actor.  Stella Adler believed that an actor’s talent lies within his imagination. She trained with Stanislavsky and studied the method, but didn’t believe that an actor needs to relive past experiences to connect with the character.

SHAKESPEARE INTENSIVE

This acting class will give you a well-rounded background to understanding and preparing a Shakespeare performance.

ACTOR DEMO REELS

Need a Demo Reel or Want to Add To Your Existing Demo Reel? Call (310) 392-0815 for more information.

CASTING DIRECTOR WORKSHOP

This is a top Los Angeles Casting Director Workshop with Emmy nominated casting director Natalie Hart whose casting credits include: Heroes, Lipstick Jungle, The Event, American Dreams, High School Musical 1, 2 & 3, and Touch.

ACCENT REDUCTION

Free the natural voice from obstacles that block full expression. This course will introduce the student  to the Standard American Dialect. Actors will be required to perform one monologue-fully memorized and in front of the class using Standard American Dialect. It is to be chosen from a Contemporary source. The Contemporary monologue can be from a film, TV show, or from the theatre.

SCRIPT ANALYSIS

This is a class for Actors, Writers, Directors, and anyone who is passionate about storytelling. Script analyze and work on scenes from different genres of screenplays, television, and plays such as Match Point, Tootsie, American Beauty, The Talented Mr. Ripley, Little Miss Sunshine, Golden Boy, The Rose Tattoo, Bridesmaids, My Week with Marilyn, and many more.  • Students will work through a thorough comprehension of breaking down

PRIVATE COACHING

Private acting coaching with Michelle will guide you in preparing your material by helping to breakdown and analyze your sides and/or scripts in depth.

FILMMAKING COURSE

Each student writes, directs, and edits on short film and/or one documentary film. The final short and/or documentary will be submitted to the Cinema at the Edge Film Festival.

COMBAT AND WEAPONS TRAINING FOR ACTORS

Learn the primary techniques of hand to hand combat (slaps and punches), all students train in learning choreography and quickly bringing fights to the performance level.

WRITING WORKSHOP

Find your voice. Tell your story.

MUSICAL THEATER INTENSIVE

THE STANISLAVSKI METHOD

12 week intensive. The Stanislavski method is a set of techniques used by actors to portray emotions on stage by putting themselves in the place of the character. He believed in naturalistic performances that were as realistic as possible, and invented techniques that you can use to improve your acting skills.

Acting opportunities for our students

Students study who study for 6 to 12 month have the opportunity to audition for acting parts or work/intern on our latest movies, audition for the various theater productions, and participate in our yearly film festival. These opportunities give students the chance to build their resumes and IMDB credits, through practical training. Below are links to the websites you should check out for more information:

All In Films is an independent film production company. At the helm are Michelle Danner & Alexandra Guarnieri. The mission of All In Films is to produce high-quality, independent movies geared to entertain & spark social commentary. check out the website at www.allinfilms.com. **Through the improvisational classes students have the opportunity to be part of the latest Web Series “Uncensored Hollywood” & gain IMDB credit as well as add professional reel footage.

Best acting school in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles Acting School PHONE: 310.392.0815
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