The Lucid Body: Immersion (Level 1) & Application (Level 2)
The Lucid Body technique is our foundation technique. Through an in-depth exploration of the Lucid Body, using the Chakra Energy System, actors will deepen their awareness of their own physical and energetic habits and how they are accustomed to expressing their thoughts and feelings through the body. In addition, they will also develop the ability to move beyond those habits in their acting. Throughout the different levels of the program, actors will build a comprehensive process for ’embodying the character’s circumstances’. As a result, actors acquire tools that allow them to be more available in their acting and to make bold and authentic choices that serve the truth of their characters. Lucid Body 5-day Intensives cover the Immersion (Level 1). The Lucid Body Full Program covers Levels 1 & 2. Level 1 is required for Scene Study.
Voice De-structuring
For actors who are looking to make the voice a truly supportive part of their acting. In this course, actors explore De-structuring, also known as Fitzmaurice Voice-work, in which they release ‘Armor’- physical and energetic tension that restricts the flow of the breath, vocal vibration, and emotions in the body. Through this work, actors experience greater authenticity in their voice, a greater range of vocal expression, as well as an organic connection to text. This class provides actors with an intensive tune-up, re-connecting them and opening up the expressive voice. There is time in each class for actors to work individually and to apply the class exercises to monologues and auditions. Offered as a 4-day Intensive in August and sometimes as an 8-week course in February/March. This class is required for Scene Study.
Rasa Aesthetics: Rasas (Level 1) & Character (Level 2)
Rasa Aesthetics is a Physical Approach to Acting that originated in ancient India. The word ‘Rasa’ means ‘flavor’, and through this process, actors learn to not merely be ‘seen’ by the audience but ‘tasted’ or ‘experienced’ by them. The participants in this course explore ‘Embodying’ each of the 8 Rasas and develop a detailed process for applying them to Monologues, Scene Work, and Character Development. This ancient technique has evolved into an accessible and powerful method for actors who desire to bring greater life and vitality to their work in Television and Film. This class is offered as a 4-day Intensive in January which covers both Levels 1 & 2.
Script Analysis: From Script to Scene (Online)
In this class actors are guided through a process that takes them from 'studying' the script to 'living in the shoes' of their character. While actors enjoy the way the physical acting classes take them ‘out of their head and into their body’, it is likewise crucial to develop a process for accessing that level of life when starting with the script in your hand. In this Course we will explore a process for ‘honoring’ the script- learning what questions to ask and what choices we can make- that lead the actor to discovering and connecting to the life beneath the words. This class is offered as an 8-week course in February/March, as well as in a 4-week format in August. This is a required class for Scene Study.
Lucid Body: Character (In-person & Online)
In this Advanced course actors focus on the ‘Character Process’ of the Lucid Body technique and explore, in detail, how to apply it to a role from a Play or a Film. Based on the work of the eminent psychologist, Carl Jung, the actors learn to analyze their character’s Persona (Social Mask), Shadow (Repressed Self) and Child-Need (Wounded Self). The process is as follows- the actors will first open their awareness to observing how these various sides of human beings interrelate in their own lives. Then, once the actors observe and experience the organic nature of these elements of character, they then learn the process for applying it their roles. Far from a traditional character class, this is a holistic approach to uncovering the ‘Core Conflicts’ within the lives of your characters and exploring how they are ‘triggered’ within the various scenes in the story. It is recommended that actors take the Script Analysis class first. This is a required class for Scene Study.
Scene Study: Embodying the Circumstances
In this course, actors engage in a comprehensive process for applying the Lucid Body Technique to scene work. In each class, the actors are guided through a step by step process for developing: 1) Relationship to the Circumstances, 2) Character Point of View, 3) Intentions & Actions, and 4) Listening & Responding in the Moment. The purpose is to support actors in developing a blue print for using their Physical Acting skills in preparing for rehearsals and performance. Required Classes: Lucid Body 1, LB Character, Script Analysis and Voice De-structuring.
Mentorship Program: (Online)
This intensive program is for those who desire to integrate the exercises and principles of the Lucid Body into the methodology of their respective craft. If you are an actor, acting teacher, acting coach, psychotherapist, or artist of any kind, in this 12-week course you will have the opportunity to explore all of the Primary Lucid Body exercises and learn to integrate the technique into your life, work, and art. This course is designed to give participants the one-on-one guidance to take this step. The structure and collaborative nature of this course require that each participant is committed to working consistently and creatively with the techniques on their own time. (Pre-requisite: Lucid Body 1 & 2).
Directors Workshop
This course aims to give Directors the skills and confidence to support actors in creating strong and truthful performances. Each exercise is structured to give Directors a specific set of tools and vocabulary for collaborating effectively with actors while crafting a performance. Directors are partnered with actors throughout the course so they gain practical experience, and also receive supportive feedback, on how to apply the techniques in real performance situations. Each Director works on a Final Project, directing a scene from a Film, TV, or Play of their choice. *This course is available upon request. (Pre-requisite for Actors: Rasas 1)