Acting Classes

 

The Philosophy

 

Classes are presented in a supportive, safe, professional environment

 

Instruction is specifically developed to celebrate each student's individual talents.

Connection will fellow students helps build a strong acting community.

Feedback is sensitive, building on strengths rather than focusing on weakness.

The student / teacher relationship is a sacred trust that will never be violated.

 

 

The Curriculum

Scene Work

Cold Reading Technique

Improvisation Exercises

Dramatic Character Development

Comedic Character Development

Television, Film and Stage Technique

Audition Monologue Preparation

Private Audition Coaching

 

 

The Structure

Inspirational warm-up exercises

Each actor works on stage in every class and receives individual feedback

Instructor assists in selecting material

 

 

Private Phone Coaching

Perfect for those last minute auditions, or when you're out of town

Carole D'Andrea's 50 year career has spanned all phases of the entertainment industry.

She began dancing at the age of four, and was a seasoned Broadway performer by the age of 19, having been cast as the original Velma in both the Broadway and film productions of "West Side Story," as well as in "Gypsy."

As a performing artist, Ms. D'Andrea has appeared before many heads of state, and has been featured on many television specials and sit-coms. She has directed several plays and musicals off-Broadway as well as in many regional theaters throughout the United States. Directing credits include "Company," "Guys and Dolls" and "Damn Yankees."

Sharing her vast experiences through teaching is merely a natural step in this far-reaching career. She has taught thousands of serious performers for stage and film at New York City's illustrious Carnegie Hall. Ms. D'Andrea has also emerged as a highly sought international coach for actors in England, Ireland, Germany, Japan and Australia.

Ms D'Andrea currently offers Acting and Singing Performance classes, as well as private coaching sessions, at Hollywood's Flight Theatre in The Complex.

The Prestigious book, "The Actor's Guide to Qualified Coaches: Los Angeles" names Carole D'Andrea among LA's top 30 most qualified acting coaches.

Ms. D'Andrea's life and body of work were recently preserved in a BBC documentary production.