Standing out from the crowd in an EPA or MFA audition requires you to make the most of each second of your two minutes in the room. Primary Stages Artistic Director Andrew Leynse and Artistic Associate Erin Daley will help rejuvenate the material currently in your book and coach you to develop a strong narrative arc in your monologues. You will mine them for layers that allow you to keep each piece fresh every time you use it in an audition. Each session will focus on one style of monologue required in an EPA or graduate school audition: contemporary drama, contemporary comedy, classical drama, and classical comedy. You will emerge with four pieces polished with a director's discerning eye, that can propel you into any cattle call that comes your way. Your final class will be attended by a prominent NYC director or casting agent, who will provide invaluable insight and feedback. Previous guests for Acting classes have included Darragh Garvey (Casting Department, MTC), Marcia Milgrom Dodge (Tony-nominated Director and Choreographer, Ragtime on Broadway), Ken Rus Schmoll (Director, Iowa at Playwrights Horizons), and Ken Melamed (Agent/Partner, Bret Adams Agency).
Please come to class with your monologues memorized and audition-ready, and be prepared to get up on your feet and work. Students will not be provided new material in class, but will work to maximize the material they already have. There are no make-ups for missed classes.
Please note that final class guests are subject to change.
REGISTRATION AND SCHEDULE
This class is not currently being offered. Please check back next semester!
For new students, an audition is required for registration.
Book Your Audition Appointment
More Information About Interviews and Auditions
For returning students, please email espa@primarystages.org for more information and to request registration.
SCHEDULE
Wednesdays from 10:00am – 1:00pm
LOCATION
All classes take place at Primary Stages Studios at 307 West 38th Street in New York City. Get directions here.
PRICING
Returning Students: $260
New Students: $320
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FOR MORE INFO
Learn more about How It Works. For more information, please call 212.840.9705 or email espa@primarystages.org.