A scene is a microcosm of the play, a key piece of a puzzle that contains the critical intentions and themes of a written work. Why is scene study so important? A well crafted scene is the central force of this art form. Scene study gives you the opportunity to work on all the essential elements of the acting process in a contained and concentrated way.

The beauty of this creative process is the coming together of the actors, director and author from different training and backgrounds, in a collaborative effort in order to bring the authors intention to life. It is why people come to see plays and films.

In my NYC acting workshop, you will practice the craft of scene work at the highest artistic level that you are capable of, which will allow you to work in all the varied mediums of the profession. This includes learning how to:

Approach the scene (first steps)
Analyze the text (What is the author's intention)
Break down the material into beats
Listen and react honestly
Make strong choices to "raise the stakes"
Behave truthfully in the moment with the other actor
Personalize the text and circumstances
Articulate and work from the specific circumstance of the scene (who, what, why, where, when)
Improvise the scene to explore the depths of the characters world
Capture the style and tone of the play
Create the world that the character lives in
Select suitable scenes that work for you
Rehearse professionally

For appointments or more information about Stuart Burney's acting workshop, classes, and / or private coaching contact the acting teacher / acting coach in his Manhattan, New York office phone 917. 482.0810, or feel free to email the acting teacher at info@actingteachernyc.com, or click here and fill out a simple eForm.