This is a by-invitation audition workshop for actors with agents. Up to 14 spaces are available
for each of the 2 sessions for this 2 day workshop. Michael and Vince have adapted Meisner’s
method of “being in the moment” to a unique and personal approach to auditioning that has been
found to be highly successful. This intimate workshop will be an aggressive 2 days of intensive
individual auditioning analysis for script preparation and on-camera coaching.
We will cover the basics of the TV & Film industry/business from all levels. What happens
after you book the gig? What to expect, set etiquette, paper work, SAG vs. AFTRA, taxes, etc.
Details of your most important relationship ... your talent agency. Agency’s paper work, payments
being sent thru them, in house on-camera audition protocol, what to expect, timely response to
emails, etc. as well as understanding the local casting directors and what the require of you.
This workshop’s focus is to enhance your audition skills with strong and unique choices
through focused preparation and to sharpen your technique for each audition be it for one
line or a page of dialogue as well as equip you to be the professional actor this industry demands.
Workshop particulars;
* Cost; $100 for either session or $75 for just one day. 50% mailed up front to hold
spot w/ the balance due (cash preferred, check accepted) at first class.
* Class size; 14 spots available for each session!
* Prep work; sides will be provided at least 24 hours prior to the first session.
* Location; The Renaissance Project at 4650 Shoals Parkway, Decatur Ga. 30034.
* Secure your spot; by emailing the instructors at mike.cole@mycathedral.org.
Michael has over 30 yrs. of experience in the industry. In 2002 edition of Who’s Who of American Teachers, he was honored for his work as an acting teacher. His film credits include Tyler Perry’s Meet the Browns with Angella Bassett, Lynch Mob with Tony Darrow of the Soprano’s, Fate with Lee Majors & TV in Drop Dead Diva, Army Wives, One Tree Hill and Hall Mark Hall of Fames Front of the Class. He is the Artistic Director of a local theatre company and teaches at The Professional Actors Studio. Michael’s aggressive teaching style is driven by his passionate belief that every actor deserves a chance. Michael H. Cole has over 30 yrs. of experience in the industry. In 2002 edition of Who’s Who of American Teachers, he was honored for his
work as an acting teacher. His most recent film credits include Tyler Perry’s Meet the Browns with Angella Bassett, Lynch Mob with Tony Darrow of the Soprano’s, Fate with Lee Majors & Michael Pare, The Crazies, Conjurer, Skiptracers as well as TV in Past Lives, Drop Dead Diva, Somebodies, Army Wives, A Second Chance, One Tree Hill, Animal Planet’s Busted and Hall Mark Hall of Fame’s Front of the Class. He is the Artistic Director of a local theatre company and teaches at The Professional Actors Studio. Michael’s aggressive teaching style is driven by his passionate belief that every actor deserves a chance.
Vince Pisani has over 20 yrs. of experience in the industry. He is most recognized as the Keno Guy in Ga. Lottery’s “Any Given Keno”. He was Edward in the PBS feature “A Second Chance” as well as BET’s sitcom “Somebodies” & in the Atlanta Film Festival short film “My Redneck Brain Cell” - awarded “Best of the Fest”. He teaches at Creative Studios of Atlanta & does the on-camera work for one of Atlanta’s leading talent agencies where he has worked hundreds of auditions from industrials to film. As a teacher, he provides unique knowledge and perspective of actor, agency rep and on-camera auditioning.
* Dates & Times; Pick one session ...
1st. session November 13th Friday 7:30-10:30pm & the 14th Saturday 10am-1pm
2nd. session November 14th Saturday 3-6pm & the 15th Sunday 7-10pm
* Your instructors for this dynamic weekend of on-camera work.
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