A B O U T T H E S T U D I O
For the past twenty years, Scott Freeman has taught at many of the nation's premiere actor training programs and is recognized as one of the leading acting teachers in the country. His studio in New York was created to provide a place for working professionals to continue their artistic growth, and promising actors to develop their talents.
With the increasing pressures and time constraints of the rehearsal hall, film set, and audition room, it is more important than ever that actors be given permission to slow down. The studio allows actors to concentrate on process, as well as develop methods for practical application of their technique in the workplace.
So often, for the trained actor, taking class is not about learning new concepts, but being reminded of them and learning how to use them more effectively. The studio allows an actor to do just that, in a nurturing environment and at a peer level respectful of their talents.
A B O U T S C O T T F R E E M A N
Scott Freeman was a member of the founding faculty of The Actors Center in New York City and taught in its full time conservatory, summer conservatory and workshop programs, throughout the eleven years of their existence.
In addition, Mr. Freeman enjoyed a long association with The The American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco as a a core faculty member of its MFA program and a member o of its acting company. He has taught at Rutgers
University, SUNY Purchase, The Atlantic Theatre
Company, and The Stella Adler Conservatory. He also served as the founding Head of the University of Minnesota/Guthrie Theater Actor Training Program. As an actor, theatres he has worked at include The American Conservatory Theatre, South Coast Repertory, New York Theatre Workshop, Mark Taper Forum, The Magic Theatre, San Francisco Shakespeare, San Jose Repertory, Nebraska Shakespeare Festival, Cincinnati Playhouse, and St. Louis Repertory. In addition, he has several film and television roles to his credit.
C L A S S E S
Professional Class
Section 1: Wednesdays 6:00-10:00pm
Section 2: Thursdays 1:00-5:00pm
- Prescriptively assigned scene study. As the actor progresses in the class, there is increased collaboration in choosing material.
Actors will have the opportunity to present their scene work in every class.
- Assigned and non-prep acting exercises. These exercises are designed to augment the work being done in class. Some will be selected on an individual basis to address something that has come up in that actor’s work.
- Time is always set aside in each class for monologue work and/or upcoming audition material.
Foundation Classes [in collaboration with TheStellaAdlerConservatory]
Tuesdays 6:30 -9:30pm
Thursdays 6:30 to 9:30pm
- These classes are a combination of fundamental acting exercises, prescriptive assignments and scene study designed to establish a strong foundation for each actor. Emphasis is placed on a practical and visceral technique for analyzing text, active personalization, the specific creation of character, emotional accessibility, and the ability to act on impulse with imagination and heart.
THE SPACE
The Studio is a large, bright, open, quiet space in midtown Manhattan. There is a terrace and a full kitchen, useful for scenework.
P R I V A T E C O A C H I N G
Scott Freeman is available for private audition coaching. Please email or call the Studio to arrange an appointment.
E N R O L L M E N T
Professional Classes are $275 a month. The month cycle begins on or near the 15th of every month. However, slots often open up during the cycle as actors must leave the studio for acting jobs. There are no classes held from December 15th to January 15th.
Foundation Classes are on a ten-week schedule. Please go to www.stellaadler.com for details.
For those actors who have not previously studied with Scott Freeman, an interview and audition is required. Please prepare a 2 to 3 minute monologue that you feel represents your work. The monologue should be from published material. To arrange a meeting, contact the studio.
