UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

SPECIFICITY & TEXT ANALYSIS 1
Saturday, March 1st   10am-1pm
We will go over a process called "Steps to Specificity" in detail and apply it to various scenes where we will analyze the text. We will look at tapes (scenes from movies/tv) of how great actors analyze text to create masterful specificity.
EARLY REG $85 Before February 7th ($95 after) 
SPECIFICITY & TEXT ANALYSIS 2
Saturday, March 1st 2pm-6pm
A practical application of the morning's work, we will analyze the text using scenes that you will perform.  You will gain techniques that you will be able to use going forward in future scene work. 

EARLY REG $100 Before February 7th ($115 after)
MASTERING TV/FILM COMEDY
Sunday, March 2nd  10am-6pm
The morning will focus on exercises to hone text analysis for TV and film Comedy, along with exercises on timing, annunciation/projections, and physicality.  We will watch and analyze clips of masterful comedic performances. The afternoon will focus on comedic scene work. 
EARLY REG $175 Before February 7th ($195 after)

PACKAGE RATES:
Whole weekend package 
EARLY REG $325 Before February 7th ($350 after) 

Saturday full day - Specificity 1 & 2- 
EARLY REG $175 Before February 7th ($195 after)

or email: info (at) michaeldcohen (dot) com
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CREATING CHARACTERS FOR FILM/TV
SAG-AFTRA
Wednesday, February 5th 1-3pm
How do you prep for a role when you get an audition for a character who is vastly different than yourself? Or a zany character in a comedy that's over the top? Or you don't fit the description in the breakdown? You know you need to keep it grounded, but how do you create a three-dimensional character that fits the tone of the show and tells the story while giving it your unique spin? Michael D. Cohen will guide you through his unique process of uncovering clues in the script, mining your own authenticity, finding physicality and more. Presented by the Education Subcommittee of the L.A. Local MORE Committee.  Participants can bring in a comedic or dramatic scene or monologue of their choice for a chance to work at the front of the room. 
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Master class - Acting in TV/Film Comedy
The Groundings
Saturday, February 22nd 10am-1pm
Learn techniques for performing in and auditioning for TV comedies with Michael D Cohen! We will address multi-cam vs single-cam tone, finding the jokes, nailing the timing, physical comedy, and more.
SOLD OUT








ONGOING SCENE STUDY & AUDITION CLASS - 
IN PERSON/ONLINE HYBRID
March session begins Sunday, March 9th, 6-10pm 
Studio located on Melrose between La Brea and Fairfax
 $295 for 4 week session
max 14 students
Hybrid - some online spots available
My classes are known for being a safe and supportive environment where you will grow as an artist and as a person. You can expect to gain:
* clarity about your strengths as an actor
* awareness of what holds you back along with the skills and support to break through 
* skills to approach various genres, and unique techniques for comedy in particular
* specificity.... wayyyyy more of it in your work
* techniques for breaking down scenes
* confidence in your auditions and your scenework
* authenticity in how you show up

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or email: info (at) michaeldcohen (dot) com

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