Method Acting With Peter Kalos
Each class follows the same format as developed by Lee Strasberg at the Actors' Studio, New York. The process is fluid, precise and specific and each element serves a very specific purpose in terms of training the actor's instrument.
Training
Classes are ongoing throughout the year (no term breaks) and students participate in one class per week. Our weekly class is akin to a gym workout with the purpose of fine tuning and developing the actor's instrument through a progressive series of exercises which then culminate in scene work. Each class is taught by studio founder Peter Kalos. We believe there is a great benefit in working with the one teacher for a longer period of time as the working relationship between teacher and actor deepens and the actors' specific blocks can be addressed and corrected consistently over a period of time. The format of each class is outlined below.
Class Format
Each class follows the same format as developed by Lee Strasberg at the Actors' Studio, New York. The process is fluid, precise and specific and each element serves a very specific purpose in terms of training the actor's instrument.
- Active Relaxation
- Sensory Exercise
- Character Work
- Scene Work
A process of active relaxation is followed by sensory exercises, which is followed by character creation and, finally, exploratory scene work. The emphasis throughout scene work is on exploration, not on a finished product. Actors are required to make time to rehearse with their scene partner as well and practice relaxation, sensory and character work outside of class.
How To Enrol
THE LAB maintains an open-door policy, actors of all levels of ability are welcome to apply. More often than not we have found that the rigor of the method and the dedication and application required from our actors is self-selecting and attracts only actors that are serious about the craft. Actors can enrol at any time throughout the year.
To apply please fill out the online application form and arrive at your chosen class 15 minutes early for an orientation with Peter Kalos. Payment is strictly due on or before your first class.
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Details
Cost: $600.00 Plus GST
Trainer: Peter Kalos
Location: Alex Theatre, St Kilda
Class Duration: 8 classes (1 class per week)
Class Date: To be Confirmed
Classes are paid for in advance in a block of 8 classes (1 class per week). A group of 8 classes is $600, the balance of which is due before or on your first class.
