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E s t a b l i s h e d 2 0 0 9
N o r m a n, O K
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MONDAY MORNING MEMO
October 3, 2022
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SELF TAPE TUNEUP
Online Class Moves To Oct. 10
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4-week online class Mondays, 7:30-9:00 pm CST beginning October 10.
Get professional feedback and tips on your self taping skills from a casting professional who spends her days watching self tapes from across the country. A very valuable class.
Each week, students will upload a self tape and receive notes and thoughts not just on production quality, camera placement, lighting, sound, etc., but also in performance. Is your tape grabbing the attention of the viewer, or will it be quickly skimmed? Get Tiffany's advice on what holds her attention, and gets her to pass some tapes on to the directors, while viewing up to hundreds of tapes per day.
Tiffany is a Los Angeles-based Casting Associate at Beverly Holloway Casting, a former associate at Freihofer Casting, and is a SAG-AFTRA member with a BFA in Creative Media Production.
Her class is joined by other industry professionals as guest coaches, including other casting peers, agents, managers and more.
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Fall Session of Adult Classes Beginning Soon |
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Enrollment for the late fall session of adult classes is now underway at The Actor Factory, Oklahoma's respected on-camera acting studio since 2009.
There are new classes, new instructors, and plenty of returning favorites. The Factory is expanding its daytime offering of classes, and also has two online classes beginning soon.
All training below is for ages 18+.
Take a look at the slate of classes beginning soon. More information is found at TheActorFactory.com
All classes below are held in person at The Actor Factory in Norman, OK.
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6-week class Tuesdays, 7-10 pm beginning October 25. Learn the basics of on-camera acting. Eyeline, hitting marks, adjusting performance for the camera, playing to the lens but not past it and more. Leesa Neidel is a SAG-AFTRA member who has studied the craft and has appeared in film, commercials and telecision. She is a gifted and caring instructor, bringing real-world knowledge to the class.mClass limit: 12. Cost: $395.
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NEW SECTION! 6-week class Wednesdays, 1-4 pm beginning October 26. Perfect for theater actors, service industry employees, retirees and those with flexible schedules. Learn the basics of on-camera acting. Eyeline, hitting marks, adjusting performance for the camera, playing to the lens but not past it and more. Hartleigh Buwick is a SAG-AFTRA member who has studied the craft and has appeared on stage, in film and television. She is fresh fromt he set of TULSA KING, playign the recurring role of Maisie in 4 episodes. Class limit: 12. Cost: $395.
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TWO SECTIONS 6-week class. Sundays: 1:30-3:30 pm or 7-9 pm beginning October 30 (no class Thanksgiving weekend).
Learn the basics of acting, making character choices, breaking down a script and more. A fantastic class for beginners and intermediates looking for a refresher. Leesa Neidel is a film and commercial actor, a member of SAG-AFTRA, and a gifted educator. Students have adored her gentle and supportive approach to push them to the next level. Class limit 12. Cost: $295.
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6-week class Mondays, 6:30-10:00 pm beginning October 17. (no class October 31)
Film and television actor, and award-winning casting director Chris Freihofer teaches his technique of auditioning for film and television, encouraging actors to get rid of the nerves and learn to love the process. The class is also a primer on getting started in the industry, examining headshots, resumes, discussing the union and more. Actors perform each week. Great for beginners, intermediate and advanced actors. Class limit: 12. $495.
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6-week class Mondays, 6:30 - 8:30 pm beginning October 24.
Learn accessing and then playing emotional scenes safely in the technique developed by one of the great masters of acting training, Michael Chekhov. This class is not for beginners. Elizabeth Townsend is an Actors Equity Association member, a longtime stage performer in New York, St Lous, Chicago and more, and is nationally-certified to teach this master technique. Class limit 14. Cost: $295
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NEW CLASS! NEW INSTRUCTOR!
Wednesdays, 7-9 pm beginning October 26.
(No Class Thanksgiving week)
The Actor Factory welcomes its newest instructor, Madison Niederhauser, professor of acting at The University of Oklahoma. Madison has taken his years of training in Chicago and created a class in improvisation that is not focused on improv performance or being funny, but instead teaches the tenets of improv and the practical application of the skill to be used in auditions and on set. Let's face it: actors with improv training are more present in the scene, more alive in their character, and ready to roll with any punch thrown at them. The class will be safe, fun, supportive and very, very helpful. Class limit: 16. $295.
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To enroll in any of the above classes, click the icon on the right.
To apply for advanced classes, click the "Apply Here" text next to the class.
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ADULT ADVANCED CLASSES
The following classes require special permission and are on an application basis. You must apply for a seat by filling out a brief questionnaire. Once approved, you will be contacted for enrollment.
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6-week class Wednesdays, 7-10 pm beginning October 26. (No Class Thanksgiving week)
Dig deeper and dive harder in the craft of on-camera acting in different on-set scenarios with more scene work. Must have previously taken Acting For Camera at The Actor Factory within the past 36 months, or have principal work in SAG-AFTRA film or television.
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6-week class Sundays, 4-6 pm beginning October 30.
(No class Thanksgiving weekend)
Continue your study of character and scene while peeling away the onion of inhibition. Learn to trust your instincts and find you in every character. Must have taken Acting Technique at The Actor Factory within the past 36 months or have extensive acting credits either on stage or in film or television. Class limit: 12. Cost: $295 APPLY HERE.
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ONLINE CLASS
4-week class Wednesdays, 7-9 pm beginning November 7 (no class Thanksgiving week)
Held on Zoom.
Learn the art of voice-over, and how to work in the industry from your own home studio. Jamie has voiced over 400characters in anime for Cartoon Network, video games and more, and now directs video games and episodes of anime. A gifted teacher, member of SAG-AFTRA who holds a BFA in Acting. Class limit: 10. Cost: $425 -8 SEATS LEFT.
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To enroll in any of the above classes, click the icon on the left. To apply for advanced classes, click the Apply Here text next to the class.
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CASTING CALL:
THE JANITOR - SAG-AFTRA Short Film
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THE JANITOR
Short
SAG-AFTRA
Producers: Sterling Gates, Wendy Parker, Sha’ree Green
Writer/Director: Sterling Gates
Casting Director: Chris Freihofer
Start Date: 10/28/2022 (5 Days)
Shoot Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Audition Date(s): ASAP - SELF TAPE ONLY
Pay:
$216/day (all roles local hire)
ADDITIONAL INFO
This is the next film from writer/director Sterling Gates, known for writing The Flash (2014), Supergirl (2015) and Spider-Man (2017) and for the feature film The Posthuman Project (2014).
STORYLINE:
Harold Miller was once a henchman for some of the most dangerous criminals in the underworld. It wrecked his mind, his body, and his life. Now, Harold's an elementary school janitor, doing his best to keep the floors clean and his sordid past behind him. But when Harold's old hench buddies ask to use his school for a huge score, Harold has to decide what's more important: money... or protecting children's lives? Just the Janitor is a suspenseful and emotional story about second chances and making the most of them.
BREAKDOWN OF ROLES
[HAROLD] 30 to 45 years old, all ethnicities male. Grizzled. Harold has seen some things. And done worse. He was once a henchman for some of the most dangerous criminals in the underworld. It wrecked his mind, his body, and his life. Now, trying to forget his past, Harold is making an honest (and quiet) living as an elementary school janitor, doing his best to keep the floors clean and his sordid past behind him. (LEAD)
[MISS BOONE] 24 to 32 years old, all ethnicities female. A kind elementary school teacher. She is one of the very few people who see Harold as a person, and she shows him kindness; especially after one of her students teases and taunts Harold. MAJOR SUPPORTING
[DOYLE] 9 to 11 years old, all ethnicities male. Clearly the school bully. Tough, takes no crap, and constantly torments Harold, treating him as a second class citizen. Strong acting chops required here. MAJOR SUPPORTING
[CRIME BOSS] 50 to 65 years old, all ethnicities male. He wears an expensive suit. One of those crime bosses. Powerful, shady, unafraid. He holds a young boy hostage in the opening scene. 4 lines.
[THE MASTER] 30 to 45 years old, all ethnicities male. A Martial Arts Master, particularly with a bo staff. His son is held hostage and he is doing what it takes to get him back. MMA experience, BJJ or MA experience required. 1 Scene 4 lines.
[WAITRESS] 50 to 60 years old, all ethnicities female. A cafe waitress in a waitress uniform. You know the type. 1 Scene 1 line.
[VIOLET] 9 to 10 years old, all ethnicities female. She is terrified about what is happening at her school. She tells Harold where he can find Miss Boone. 1 Scene 1 Line
[COP 1 & 2] 25 to 45 years old, all ethnicities male or female. First on the scene, they apprehend the bad guy. 1 Scene, 1 Line.
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FACTORY APPLAUSE
Celebrating On-Camera Achievement Of Actor Factory Students & Instructors
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CLARISSA COZZONI
Factory student Clarissa Cozzoni had a heck of a week, booking first a big commercial for a national brand, and then a role for Eyewitness Bible Stories. Last month she filmed a commercial for another national brand. Clarissa has taken Organic Audition with Matthew Barry, and is currently enrolled in Friday Morning Advanced Audition. She is repped in OK by Kit International Talent and in TX by the Kim Dawson Agency.
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BRIA GIBBONS
Factory Young Performer Bria Gibbons was cast in a major supporting role in the feature film MY 7 GRANDMAS. Bria will play Paisley in the film. She has taken a great deal of training at The Actor Factory, including Audition for Film & Television, Film Camp 2022, and she is currently enrolled in the Young Performer Academy. She is repped by Magna Talent.
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JOSE ANTONIO GONZALEZ
Factory student Jose Antonio Gonzalez booked a principal role in the SAG-AFTRA film DEFIANT VANITY. Jose has taken Acting for Camera and Film Camp 2022 at The Actor Factory. He is repped by Reel Talent.
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LET US BRAG ABOUT YOU!
If you are a current or former Actor Factory student and you have a booking you would like to share, let us know about it. Send your headshot, name, representation, info about your booking and the Factory classes you took that helped you along the way, and you might see it in print. Send to chris@actorfactory.net with the subject heading APPLAUSE
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ASK THE FOREMAN
Factory Director & Founder Chris Freihofer answers your industry questions
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Something I am rather curious about--should we come to an audition dressed (to some extent) as the character we are portraying? I have seen notes from other casting directors which state to come suggesting your character and, though it's enjoyable, I'm wondering if Production sees that as acceptable, helpful or unnecessary and distracting. I realize it may depend on the extent of the costuming but would really like to get your insight on this! Thanx!
-- Debbi T., Tulsa OK
Great question. And yes, your instincts are right; it depends on the extent of the costuming. Dress to suggest the role, but don't go too far out of the way. A lawyer should probably not audition in a t-shirt and jeans, and a person down on their luck likely wouldn't be in a crisp polo shirt. Give us the idea of the character without trying too hard.
A military role? Maybe an olive drab t-shirt, or something, but probably not a full uniform, unless you happen to have one. 18th Century storyline? Don't rent something from your local costume shop. Perhaps just a high neckline and a little more buttoned up.
In the commercial world, costuming is a little more accepted and even appreciated by certain ad agency creative directors. I have seen people in lab coats and stethoscopes audition for doctor roles. That's kind of a given. But some actors have gone so far as to make ID badges with their photo and the name of the hospital being advertised. While that is fun for the client, it might suggest that the actor has a little too much free time.
Don't stress about what to wear to the audition. Put the energy and focus on scene, character and intention and just have the best audition for the role. That's the best way to make yourself undeniable.
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Chris Freihofer is an actor, as well as Oklahoma's leading casting director for film and television. He is a longtime member of SAG-AFTRA, and the Casting Society of America. He was named an Oklahoma Film Icon in 2016, is the recipient of the CSA's 2021 Artios Award for his Location Casting work on the Oscar-winning film MINARI, and this year was listed on the Journal Record's Oklahoma Film Industry Power List. In 2009 he opened The Actor Factory and has personally curated the experts to provide the training at the studio. If you would like to see your industry-related questions answered, send an email to FOREMAN at chris@actorfactory.net. You may see it answered in print.
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CLASS STATUS
Current enrollment status of upcoming training at The Actor Factory
ADULT TRAINING
IN-PERSON CLASSES
The following classes will be held in person at The Actor Factory in Norman, OK. Should local health codes mandate doors closing, the classes will be completed on Zoom, or pro-rated refunds will be offered.
- 12-student limit. $395 Tuesdays, beginning October 25 - 8 Seats Left
2 Sections. 12-student limit. $295.
Sec. 1 - 1:30-3:30 pm 10 Seats Left
Sec. 2 - 7:00-9:00 pm 9 Seats Left
IMPROV FOR ACTORS with Madison Niederhauser - 6-week class 7:00-9:00 pm Wednesdays beginning October 26. 14-student limit. $295 - 6 Seats Left
ONLINE CLASSES
The following classes will be held live online via Zoom. All times are Central Time.
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Class enrollment is instant and credit cards are charged once enrollment is confirmed, provided there is space in the class. Credit cards are not charged for slots on the wait list.
Class refunds, minus a cancellation fee of $35 are available if the start of the class is beyond 7 days. If cancellation is requested within 7 days, The Actor Factory will make every effort to fill the slot from a wait list, if there is one. If no replacement can be found, no refunds will be given.
Some intensives, classes and camps may have different cancellation policies. Please check the event listing on the website for specific policies.
The ending dates of the classes are approximate. Since Actor Factory instructors are working professionals, classes may be postponed when a professional conflict arises. In that event, a week will be added to the end of the session. In the event of severe or extreme weather, The Actor Factory will make a determination if class can safely be held. If conditions require postponement, a week will be added to the end of the session.
*Advanced classes have enrollment requirements. Check each class' requirements before enrolling. If you feel you meet the requirements, enroll by joining the wait list of that class. Once approved by the instructor and Actor Factory staff, you will be contacted for payment information.
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Address:
3750 W. Main 5 Park A
Norman, OK 73072
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