The Arts & Learning Monthly Master Class Series: Recent Episodes
The Arts and Learning Conservatory
Welcome, here we share our recorded Monthly Master Classes and Interviews with the Industry. These classes provide insight from industry professionals in the areas of: Theatre, Music, College Auditions, and More. With each added class, we strive to make high-quality arts education more accessible to all. You can always join us for next month's live zoom master class, by visiting us at www.artsandlearning.org
Interviews with the Industry represents a new chapter in our growing library of free arts education resources. We are beyond excited to interview our first guest, Carla Stickler, this month about her journey from playing Elphaba on Broadway, to becoming a software engineer, and everything in between! Find out more @sticklercarla
A short 6 minute excerpt from our November master class to get you ready for whatever the day brings. Miss Lexa teaches a few affirmations and journaling prompts to prepare your mind for rehearsals, auditions, and more! Please come back to this small practice whenever you need a bit of grounding or perspective! We are here for you!
Calling all humans, druids, warlocks, and barbarians for a very special Halloween masterclass! Learn to build a compelling character with the help of tabletop RPGs! We are delighted to have actress and member of @thepaperdungeon podcast, Hannah Schooner, as our guest instructor for this game of dice and character depth!
Join seasoned commercial actress and founder of the @womeninvo network, Tania Possick (Target, Netflix, Starbucks, and many more), as she provides insight into the many facets of commercial acting from on-camera to voice over. Learn what classes to take, where to audition, and how to navigate the industry!
Long-time performer in both the US and UK and Segerstrom Center of the Arts Theatre Director, Jenny Moon Shaw, explores the storytelling power of props and provides practical applications to bring magic to the mundane. Ms. Moon - Shaw will also be directing our upcoming production of Matilda the Musical!
Join professional musician Corbin Jaques (writer and instrumentalist in the popular band Greer @greertheband) and our Music Education Director, Edwin Lovo, as they take a deep dive into the process of finding your place in the music industry and navigating the many paths available to aspiring musicians.
Join popular voice actress, Shelby Young (Star Wars: Forces of Destiny, Baby Shark, Wolfenstein: Youngblood), as she navigates finding your voice and sharing it with the world. With practical tips like: when to make a reel, where to find auditions, and how to seek representation, this class offers a perfect crash course in all things VO.
Join global jazz violinist and USC professor, Dr. Lesa Terry, and explore what it means to be a musician. This inspiring class teaches techniques to gain creativity from the world around you and trust the music.
Broadway Performer and Designer of the Thriving Artist Method, Keenah Armitage, provides strategic advice for building your best artistic career.
Keenah will also Direct ALC's upcoming production of Once on This Island!
@keenaharmitage
! Trailer ! Click the link in the description to watch this mesmerizing, challenging, and eye-opening master class: Broadway Actor and Deaf Performer, John McGinty, creates engaging acting exercises for hearing and deaf actors alike. This is also the first installment of our ACTivism Initiative! Find out more at www.artsandlearning.org
deafhunchback @thejohnmcginty
Off Broadway and Anastasia National Tour star, Jake Levy, provides insight into the Broadway audition process and participating in a National Tour. Make sure you have note-taking materials nearby! @officialjakelevy
Jake Levy's notable credits include: Dmitry from the Anastasia National Tour and Dwayne in Superhero the Musical
In the hectic overwhelm of the holidays during a pandemic, we wanted to offer a brief pause, a breath, a moment of calm, and a few tools to center. ALC resident yoga instructor, Mercedes Gallagher, provides some helpful meditations perfect for anytime you feel overwhelmed.
Book of Mormon National Tour Assistant Dance Captain, and TV actress, Tsilala Brock, provides a comprehensive crash course in audition readiness. Find out more @tsilalabrock.
Guest Instructor, Rachel Panchal, guides us through vocal warm ups along with helpful tips to keep your voice in peak condition. Rachel is a singer for film and television, with credits including: Glee, The Middle, Stumptown, and Jimmy Kimmel. Learn more @rachelpanchalmusic.
ALC resident music instructor, Shaun Carmer, introduces us to the world of recording and sound engineering, with insight into software, equipment, and practical steps to become your own producer.
Off-Broadway Musical writer, and ALC resident vocal coach, Roz Esposito, offers insight into crafting, moving, engaging, and memorable songs.Roz's music has been featured in day-time television and Off-Broadway productions.
This month, ALC instructor, Ethan Boyle, equips students for college and production auditions in the age of technology and social distancing. Though geared towards our high school students, all ages can benefit from learning the tips and tricks to a professional self-tape audition.
Guest teacher and certified yoga instructor, Mercedes Gallagher, guides us through an hour of mindful movement and light meditation specifically curated for the creatively inclined.
College Audition expert, Drew Boudreau, offers practical advice for theatrical academic careers. With clear roadmaps, a career in theatre or the arts is now more achievable than ever. Find him @collauditionpro