This eight-week online course will introduce students to the skills that are required for acting for the camera. Students will study with someone working both on stage and on screen who can illustrate how and why the mediums require different approaches. Through a mix of prepared material and in-class coaching, students will learn practical techniques to better prepare them for on-camera auditions and performances. Additionally, the class will provide students with insight into the casting process, tips for self-taping, and the business of acting on screen. PREREQUISITE  Prior acting fundamentals training at another location. Please email your acting resume and / or a summary of your experience to classes@xroadscomedy.com.

DAY & DATES  Tuesdays on 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, and 5/28.
TIME  6 30pm – 8 30pm
CLASS LOCATION  Online via Zoom. Students will need a stable internet connection and adequate microphone & webcam.
ENROLLMENT COST $299. Payment plans are available! Break up your enrollment into four payments over 6 weeks with our student payment plan. Email classes@xroadscomedy.com to request.

ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR  Griffin Stanton-Ameisen (he/him) is a Philly area-born, NYC-based actor, writer, filmmaker and producer. Proud member of SAG-AFTRA and AEA. Select theatrical credits THE (CURIOUS CASE OF THE) WATSON INTELLIGENCE (Azuka Theatre), HAMLET (Delaware Shakespeare), GINT (Egopo Classic Theatre), JULIUS CAESAR (Greenbrier Valley Theatre Company), PENELOPE (Inis Nua Theatre), THE NETHER (InterAct Theatre), CYMBELINE & LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST (Revolution Shakespeare), and ALL’S WELL THAT ENDS WELL (Shakespeare on the Sound). He is the founding Artistic Director of the Philadelphia-based Shakespeare company Revolution Shakespeare. He’s currently a professor at St. Francis College in Downtown Brooklyn. Having worked on several commercials for TV and the web, he’s known for playing internet sensation Yawn Yawnson. Next, he’ll be seen as Alexander Hamilton in the upcoming feature film LOST NATION. More info at www.griffinsa.com. @thegriffinsa