"Taking an internship with Rising Sun 5 years ago was one of the best decisions I’ve made for my career. Akia is a joy to learn from and work with. She’s caring, generous, intelligent and immensely creative. She has a keen directorial eye and provides excellent acting coaching for actors at any stage in their career. One of the many reasons why I love working with Akia is that she's ambitious; she doesn’t let us settle when the stars are in reach! She pushes everyone around her to be their absolute best. She helps us grow as artists and as people. I’m honored to have had the chance to work with her as a literary manager, dramaturg and performer. Some of the work I am most proud of are the shows I collaborated on with Akia." -Maggie Kissinger, Actress, Dramaturg and Literary Manager
DROP IN & GROUP CLASSES
TO BE ANNOUNCED FOR 2018
TO BE ANNOUNCED FOR 2018
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Akia has been a speaker, panelist and guest lecturer at the following prestigious institutions
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Teaching Approach
Akia's educational curriculum was designed to provide a unique hands-on approach to theatre that is deeply rooted in her ensemble based aesthetic. She provides classes & workshops that are: Affordable! Obtainable! Practical! And most of all FUN! Private Coaching
Sliding Scale, Multiple Session & Group Rate Discounts CONTACT Akiasquitieri@gmail.com |
Group Workshop Offerings:
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Public Speaking & Thinking on your Feet
Great for performers and professionals alike! 3-5 Hour master Class depending on group needs. This program was originally created for HOFSTRA College Law Students and can be customized to Theatre or Business Professionals. WORKSHOP OVERVIEW: Students will be lead thru a series of interactive exercises, discussion and lecture regarding Public Speaking, Relaxation Techniques, Body Language and tips for preparation for appearances. Participants will be given applicable tools and printed materials for use in their public speaking. Additional topics will include “thinking on your feet” with sample exercises. Topics will include Physical Awareness, Vocal Warm Ups, tension release and relaxation, speaking preparation, and will include some fun too. Handouts and online videos are also provided as a part of this workshop. Session requirements: An enclosed studio, theatre or room, clear floor area that allows for movement, and amplified sound with either CD or IPOD connection. Participants are asked to wear comfortable clothes that they can move in and to bring a briefing, speech, debate, monologue or sample item to work on in the classroom. Stage Management
(4 Hour Master Class or 3 to 5 Session Series) We all know that Stage Managers are vital to any successful performance, but what are the components and skills that truly define a great stage manager? This workshop is a great introduction to the basics of the stage management role and how to excel in this job. Students will learn invaluable skills that will make them an asset to any production either as a production crew member or just an easy to work with actor! Workshop Overview: Students will create a show run binder with sample cue sheets, contact sheet creation, calendar and rehearsal sheets, and introduction to line forms, and much more. Basic review of Equity guidelines with a focus on Showcase codes and budgets. A great overview of what goes on behind the scenes of every production and a great starter for those seeking to pursue this craft. Business of Acting
3 Hour Master Class Actors in college, studio programs or class focus on the craft of acting, but what happens when they get out into the highly competitive audition market? How do you put your best foot forward? Do you know how to compose an effective email with that headshot and resume? What about conduct in the waiting room? What to wear? Questions to ask? How to follow up without being pushy? Workshop Overview: This session takes participants each step of the way, responding to a casting call, making the audition appointment, proper room conduct, communicating with prospective employers and directors, networking, headshot and resume review and audition basics and follow up. Plus best practices for keeping contact records and track of your auditions including audition material used. |
Theatrical Ensemble Work Intensive
A highly customizable program based on group needs and goals, the workshop can range in duration of a 3 hour master class to a Two Full Day session. This program is ideal for Theatre Department Groups, summer stock companies, small theatre companies, high school drama clubs, and theatre companies looking to make a develop as a cohesive unit with an emphasis on ensemble based work. WORKSHOP OVERVIEW: Based on RSP’s own Call Back Process and Internal Intensive Workshops used for our own ensemble. RSP resident artists will lead the group through a series of group exercises, movement, theatre games, cold reading and monologue work, improvisation, intro to devised work and as requested group goal setting, planning and mission statement building. Session requirements: An enclosed studio, theatre or room, clear floor area that allows for movement, and amplified sound with either CD or IPOD connection. Participants are asked to wear comfortable clothes that they can move in. Intro to Theatre Production & Arts Administration
(4 Hour Master Class or 3 to 5 Session Series) Working in theatre isn’t like it used to be, more and more small companies are springing up all over the country. Summer Stock Companies are asking more from their stage managers and company managers, and Arts Administrators are looking for well-rounded candidates. College students are coming out of programs and starting their own companies, and independent theatre is becoming recognized for its impact and vitality to the national landscape. Now more than ever theatre professionals need to be able to have business conversations and understand the big picture in every part of the theatrical world. Workshop Overview: This class will introduce students to the basics of theatrical production and administration. Company Management skills including calendar planning, budgets, cash flow & expense management, artist contracts and relationships, marketing basics, communication skills, travel & housing resources and more. A practical hands-on approach, students will create a sample production overview that maps a show from start to finish. Personal Branding & Self Marketing:
3 Hour Master Class This workshop will lead participants through an interactive process to examine what current perception is, what they may want their “Brand” to be and steps to accomplish this. In the current landscape of social media, websites, and virtual marketing, personal branding and tools to self-promote are vital to stand out in the crowd. Workshop Overview: Participants are encouraged to bring existing materials such as headshot, resume, reel links, and show postcards. A lively discussion using real world examples and providing tools to put into immediate action, this work shop is a must for Theatre Artists and Small Theatre Companies. |