www.actingclasswithjayne.com - acting freedom... The skill and the courage to commit to a moment of truth.......moment of truth.

A Testimonial:

"After taking Jayne Morgan's 'Acting Freedom' class, I now have many more tools for approaching the work of cold readings, auditions and character development. Jayne's feedback is always precise and invaluable, while giving each student new places to explore within a scene or exercise. Her ability to pinpoint choices, habits, strengths and weaknesses in an actor's work is unparalleled, as is her gift of helping each student get 'real'. I am very thankful to have the opportunity to study with such a talented actor and teacher, and I highly recommend her class to anyone interested in sharpening their skills in the craft of acting."

- Leigh Ann Jernigan

THANKS TO LEIGH ANN AND ALL THE COMMITTED ACTORS WHO MAKE CLASSWORK SO CHALLENGING AND FUN!

Welcome to Acting Freedom!

NEW SUMMER ACTING CLASSES STARTING MAY 27, 2009.

New Wednesday night class - 6 week scene study.

Begins Wednesday, May 27 - July 1 7 - 8:45PM

At Tennessee Valley Unitarian Church on Kingston Pike. All experience levels welcome.

NEW STUDENTS: $135.00 payable at first class.

RETURNING STUDENTS: $120.00

Space is limited, so contact me at jaynemorgan@knology.net to sign up.

(These is an adult classes. (17 and over) For those of you looking for acting classes for anyone under the age of 12, I suggest calling the Knoxville Children's Theatre. They have ongoing classes for kids – call them at 599-5284) .

ALSO - PRIVATE COACHING SESSIONS are available for $50 per session. Contact Jayne for details.

Contact info:

Email me at jaynemorgan@knology.net.

You can also reach me at 865-637-3634. Please leave your contact info, including an email address.

Give me a few days to get back to you.

See my teaching philosophy below or click on the pages at the top for more info on classes.

LOCATIONS AND DIRECTIONS:

Current classes meet at the Cumberland Estates Recreaton Center:

From West Knoxville - take I-40 E to I-640. Take Western Avenue exit going West. In about a mile, look for a Weigel's at a red light, across from the bowling alley. Turn right at the light onto Palmetto. Follow green signs to rec center.

From downtown - take Henley to Western and head west. After the i-640 interchange, follow the directions above.

The Studio is upstairs. Turn right as you enter the building and go one flight up.

Please let me know in advance of any physical or emotional issues you have that might affect your work in class.

Touch of a non-traditional nature might be used in class, to demonstrate proper breathing, posture or as part of warmups and scene work.

Your boundaries will be respected. We work hard to create a safe, supportive atmosphere where you will feel free to stretch your limits and explore your gifts.

ARE YOU READY TO TAKE A RISK?

My philosophy is: whatever works. (With an emphasis on “works”) I’m interested in preparing you to walk into any audition with greater confidence; to understand your own strengths and turn your weaknesses into assets. In other words, you won’t be asked to roll around on the floor pretending to be a resentful pumpkin unless I’m convinced it has some real-world value. I’m asking you to walk into class with an open mind. I was once an actor with strong opinions about what kind of exercises would work for me and what was a waste of time. Years later, I can tell you, I was wrong. It’s impossible to know whether an exercise or scene will blow you wide open until you throw yourself into it. I wish I had learned that lesson earlier than I did. But I was a stubborn, learn-the-hard way actor. If that describes you, we’re kindred spirits. But expect me to challenge you. This class will be a supportive place for you to challenge all your assumptions about acting.

Expect to work hard, but we’ll also have a lot of fun. I like to work intensely, so you get your money’s worth and see the value of committing to class work fully. At some point, I’d like to begin offering showcases for actors – inviting directors, agents and regional casting directors to see our work. But that’s a bit further down the road.