ADULT STUDIO CLASSES
Adult Studio classes are for ages 18+ and take place at the Hartford Stage Rehearsal Studios, 942 Main St, Hartford.
Session 1:
Intro to Acting
Instructor: Justin Pesce
September 30 – November 4
Mondays: 7 – 9 pm
$275
This six-week class will foster acting skills through on your feet ensemble building and improvisation techniques. Students will work with monologues and other text throughout the course. Classes will begin with physical and vocal warm ups. No previous experience necessary.
Acting for the Camera
Instructor: Erica LuBonta
September 30 – November 4
Mondays: 7 – 9 pm
$275
Are you interested in film or television work? In this six-week course students will be exposed to techniques and practices that will hone their existing acting skills for this unique medium. Class will explore on camera techniques and tips to better position yourself for success in the acting business. Some experience recommended.
Session 2:
Scene Study
Instructor: Jan Mason
November 11 – December 16
Mondays: 7 – 9 pm
$275
Whether you are new to acting or a seasoned performer, you will love stretching your creative muscles in scene study. During this six-week workshop students will work with a variety of materials to practice listening and responding in the moment, finding truth and making strong choices on stage. Some experience recommended.
Character, Outside-In
Instructor: Allen Gilmore
November 11 – December 16
Mondays: 7 – 9 pm
$275
Learn to develop a comic character through body, voice, and movement with actor Allen Gilmore, Hartford Stage’s most recent Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas. Get in touch with the inside of your character through what’s happening on the outside. Some experience recommended.
Winter 2025
Introduction to Improv
Instructor: Greg Ludovici
January 27 – March 10 (No class on Presidents Day – 2/17)
Mondays: 7 – 9 pm
$275
Through six weeks of collaborative play with Greg Ludovici of Sea Tea Improv, students will explore the foundational elements of great improvised comedy, crafting new worlds and captivating characters. Whether you’re an aspiring comedian, an actor looking to shake things up, or you just want to get out of your shell and laugh every Monday, this course has something for you. No previous experience necessary.
More Information
Have questions? Please contact Emely Larson at elarson@hartfordstage.org or (203) 908-1832
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Student Testimonials
“I loved exploring a new medium for theater that was really quite adaptable and easy to use. It gave me an opportunity to connect with people at a time when connection is difficult, and it reminded me that the arts and creativity can survive and often thrive in times of grief and challenge. Bravo!”
“Given that we can’t get together in person, this class and the way it was conducted did allow for some experiments with the technology and getting the ensemble feeling.”
“Loved the group of actors and it was full of great tools to use for auditions!”
“It was a new dimension to practice my acting skills. Scene Acting in “zoom” challenges you to be creative about your physicality as well as facial expressions in a tight box space.”
“Into our challenging surreal world you brought the power, solace, insight and humor of theater!”
“As a mother it was nice to take this class in the comfort of my own home, I was able to hear the teacher very clearly and I could see all the actors in the class and give them my full attention.”
“I love taking classes and being with other actors. I very much enjoyed this class, the instructor, and my classmates.”
“The class was a terrific success. You did a great job of making this work remotely. Though the class never met in person, your engaging questions to start the sessions help us to feel connected and safe. Well done.”
