Films In Motion Young Actors' Academy

COURSE DESCRIPTION: INTRODUCTION TO ACTING

FALL-WINTER 2014-15

CLASS 1: AGES 6-11

CLASS 2: AGES 12-17

This six month course introduces the basics of acting and provides a foundation and format

where young actors can HAVE FUN, learn to appreciate being challenged, develop skills to

deal with each challenge and to feel great about the final result. This course will allow students

to work with other actors, learning new aspects like how to “pitch and throw” to another actor,

lines, emotions, movement and ensemble work…

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TERM: September 15 - March  (24 classes total. See schedule below)

SCHEDULE CLASS 1 (6-11 year olds):  Tuesdays  5:30-6:20 p.m.  OR Thursdays 5:30-6:20 p.m. 

SCHEDULE CLASS 2 (12-17 year olds):  Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. OR Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m.

TUITION:  $195 per month / Sibling price $175 per month

Please note that some course projects/performances will be scheduled on weekends

Class size is limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis

CLASS SCHEDULES:

CLASS 1: 5:30-6:20 p.m.

CLASS 2: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

                          CLASS DATES

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FACULTY:

​Aleta Barnes

Aleta Barnes has, for most of her life, been a teacher of all ages of Speech, Communication, Acting, Stage Production, Radio and Television. She holds both a Bachelor's Degree and a Master's Degree, in the Speech, Drama and Communications fields. This wide variety of experience enables her to deliver a well rounded curriculum in performance arts. Former students of Ms. Barnes have gone on to college with drama scholarships and directly into the fields of acting for film, television, and the stage.  Proficient in numerous techniques, Ms. Barnes is able to deliver a unique experience to students of all levels. Even those that have no experience in the acting field, soon become comfortable, and enjoy the instruction, learning, activities and ensemble work that are at the base of many skills for an actor.

Jason Hewitt

Producer, Director and Founder of Films In Motion, Jason Hewitt has a resume that includes over 140 feature films in addition to a number of television and commercials projects. Jason's expertise and direction will help position students for placement in feature films and television based on his own experience in selecting  roles for his numerous projects. Additionally, through Jason's involvement, students will have access to Louisiana and LA based experts who will share tips and skills across a number of key competencies for young actors.  The Films In Motion Young Actors' Academy stems directly from Jason's own desire to nuture and grow regional talent for casting in feature films and television production.

Lisa Marie Dupree

Lisa has cast hundreds of roles for television, film and commercials. She is an expert in regional talent and is regularly called upon not only for casting with Films In Motion projects, but as a Casting Director for numerous productions shooting within Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas and other states in the region. Lisa will give students specific points on for auditions- both live and taped. For more information, visit the Films In Motion casting page here. 

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