Tips on Improvisation in Acting

In my NYC Acting School: I like to do classes completely at times about improve technique. Improv is important and works well on stage. It prepares you for unforeseen things that happen on stage to actors. Actors in plays at times forget lines, jump pages and go black in the process of a show. What happens then? YOU must be ready to confidently and calmly improv spontaneously to help the actor get back on track… Continue Reading

What’s expected of you in Advanced acting classes in New York

In my NYC Acting School: Students who want to refine their technique and have experience stage, TV and film experience are handled differently from the beginner. I want to have the actors come prepared to do a scene of their liking. A character they would be cast in. The should be prepared and off book (unless we work from a first time reading analysis to a three step (or three week) process. I do this… Continue Reading

What NYC casting directors expect in Auditions

In my NYC Acting classes you will learn the art of the audition. Step 1: is be prepared and off book so as to have freedom to express yourself physically and emotionally. Step 2: is walk into the audition relaxed and friendly toward the director and casting people. Step 3: is / don’t start rambling and making aimless conversation, unless they do. On a professional level, time is important and they don’t have time to… Continue Reading

NEW YORK & LOS ANGELES ACTING SCHOOLS JOIN FORCES AND FORM NEW FILM & TV DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

Actor/Teacher/Writer/Director/Producer Alberto Vazquez and Actor/Artist/Director/Writer/Producer Paul Felix Montez will be teaming up to have a bi-coastal acting school that will produce short film and video reels/promoting/acting/writing/ directing and producing. With the advent of a new found expansion of the booming film and TV world, the demand is high and the resources aren’t matching that demand. Hence, a new industry booms! We will be producing and showcasing talent of all levels. Our acting, writing and shooting… Continue Reading

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VASQUEZ ACTING CLASS NOTES

What are you classes like? I start the class with relaxation for a half hour. I may do individual exercises, then I start scenes, scene analysis and monologues. Students are allowed to comment on the scenes (but constructive criticism only!) Don’t forget, you’ll have to get up and do your scene at some point, so it is wise to be gentle and constructive.