Although many people think improv is only for comedy, it’s also a great way to quickly tap into your imagination to make clear, confident choices in any performance situation. For working actors, improv is a priceless skill that can mean the difference between freezing up when another actor goes off script, or landing the part because… Read more »

Today’s technology has created tremendous opportunity for actors in the form of self-taped video auditions, which allow you to be considered for parts even when you can’t make it to the casting director’s studio. But not all self-taped auditions are created equal, and a mistake—like poor lighting, bad sound, or a distracting off-camera reader—could cost you a role. This… Read more »

Amy Hartman (www.amyjhartman.net) has done voice-over promos for The Discovery Channel, Travel Channel, Animal Planet & The Food Network. She has appeared in the Discovery Channel’s Emmy Award-winning Titanic documentary. National spots include American Express, American Greeting Cards, Pittsburgh Paints, Pepsi, Levi Jeans, Clairol, McDonald’s, Bruegger’s Bagels, Virginia Lottery, Pennsylvania and New Jersey Lotteries, websites,… Read more »

Enrollment is now open for the 2018-2019 Conservatory Program for kids ages 9 – 18. This year we have an exciting agenda planned. Students will study acting for TV, film, and commercials. Class size is limited to ensure the most beneficial individual focus. The students will also be guided and assisted in their marketing package… Read more »

This information-packed, two-day workshop serves as a starting point for actors of all experience levels interested in pursuing roles in television and film. We will explore the core skills that lead to exceptional TV and film performances, including how to adjust your performance for the camera, how to hit your mark, and how to navigate the… Read more »