We have all experienced that almost unbearable surge of excitement when we wanted to sing, to dance, to laugh, to cry; those uncounted moments when life was glorious and our imaginations were limitless!
AWP's "Actor's-Track" is designed to exercise creativity and develop a love and appreciation for the arts in an exciting, joyful atmosphere.
AWP's "Pro-Track" trains and inspires the serious student who wishes to pursue a career as a performer. Classes are held at the Atlanta Workshop Players STUDIO OF THE ARTS.
Executive Director, Lynn Stallings is a Television & Theatre Director, Producer, Casting Consultant, Published Writer and is an experienced Talent Manager who has helped launch many careers in television, film and on Broadway. As a performer, she has done hundreds of commercials, talk shows, musicals, voice overs, plays & dance concerts.
AWP Welcomes Film & Television Executive/Producer/Screenwriter Amy Dean Kennedy to our staff. Amy is the former Vice President of the famous Simpson/Bruckheimer Productions, overseeing the production of mega films; She developed new shows for The Oxygen Network & is also an Independent Filmmaker.
Atlanta Workshop Players Teaching Staff:
Whitney Christopher - On-Camera Acting Amy Dean-Kennedy - Director of AWP's Film School & Screen Writing Jillian Hanes - Artistic Director AWPlayers Company Lexi Klupchak - Acting A to Z, Advanced Acting, Voices Project Jamie Moore - On-Camera Acting, Improv Mania Don Stallings - Comedy, Improv, Hollywood Bound Lynn Stallings - Xtreme Acting, Hollywood Bound, AWPlayers Company
Course Descriptions:
AWP’S PRO-TRACK COURSES: ** ALL PRO-TRACK classes require separate application form & contract. (Pro-Track Application)
FILM SCHOOL (Pro-Track) Make a movie AND a commercial! From storytelling to production to performance, serious students experience the scope of film production and the complexities of acting on screen. Students develop ideas.....’pitch’ their concept, then collectively write a short film. They’ll be assigned an important production role AND be cast in the film. The finished product will have an Atlanta premiere & be submitted to film festivals around the globe. The class will also produce a real commercial that will actually be aired. Students will earn professional credit on IMDB Way-cool!! (Ages: TEEN).
PRE-FILM SCHOOL (Pro-Track) From storytelling to production to performance, the students come up with ideas to pitch to an actual company and then write, produce and perform in two real commercials that will air on television. The finished product will have an Atlanta premiere. (Ages: 11-13)
SCREENWRITING (Pro-Track) Write a movie! Learn all of the components of writing a compelling screenplay! This class includes fun and challenging exercises that will teach the ambitious young writer how to transform their movie idea into a real screenplay. Each class also includes time set aside to write, write, write!
HOLLYWOOD BOUND (Pro-Track) Professional TV/Film Training program designed for experienced kids & teens who are dedicated and motivated to pursue a career in the Television/Film Industry. Course includes:
* On-Camera Acting * Audition Techniques * On-Set Etiquette * Personal evaluation * Discussion of Promo Materials: Headshots, Resumes, websites etc. * Parent/Student Workshops on “The Business of Show Business” * Optional Trips to LA & NYC for classes, shows & networking. * Camera Awareness * Interview skills * Personal Marketing * Introduction to Agents & Casting Pros
XTREME ACTING ESSENTIALS (Pro-Track) The Ultimate Actor’s Challenge! Face extreme emotions! Act under safe, yet intense conditions of temperature, wind, rain.... Tackle physical challenges with stage combat and physical comedy. Tap into high-drama and break thru the limits! Gain experience and develop skills that are essential to a successful career in TV/Film.
* Voice Over * Teleprompter * Chrome-A-Key
* SFX Make-up * The Stellar Interview * Discover your ‘style’ & ‘type’ * On-Set Jargon * Audition Crash-Course * Guest Artists
ADVANCED ON-CAMERA SCENE STUDY (Pro-Track) In depth, scene study class for Teens focusing on Film, Sit-Com, Soap Opera, Talk show and Commercial Acting.
ON-CAMERA II (Pro-Track) On Camera acting course for experienced actors with a comparison of acting styles from “Kid’s programming’ to Prime-Time drama, from Commercials to Talk Shows, from Film to Sit-Com and beyond.
ADVANCED ACTING (Pro-Track) Exploration and comparison of a variety of acting techniques, with an emphasis on Meisner. For the serious actor.
ADVANCED IMPROV MANIA (Pro-Track) A creative challenge for the experienced Improviser. Use Improv as a performance art, as a rehearsal tool and to enhance auditions. Students will form an Improv Troupe and do multiple performances throughout the year.
AWPLAYERS COMPANY (Pro-Track)(more info) Intense Musical Theatre Training Program. Apprentice, Company and Professional levels. Course designed for dedicated, talented, experienced, serious performers who wish to enhance their careers with professional training, performing and networking opportunities. Company members will train & rehearse on Tuesdays & Saturdays. Present a musical revue in the fall and a full musical production in the spring as well as showcase their skills to casting directors & agents. Company status comes with fringe benefits such as FREE and Discounted workshops during AWP’s Master’s Series w/Powerful Industry Directors, Casting Directors, Agents, Choreographers & Celebrities!! Acceptance in the company is by audition AND additional application. Email for appointment. awplayers@aol.com
AWP’S ACTOR’S TRACK COURSES:
The “ACTOR’S- TRACK” is designed to exercise creativity and develop a love and appreciation for the arts in a exciting, supportive, joyful atmosphere.
ACTING A to Z Learn everything from stage directions to acting with accents . . . from physical comedy, to Improv . . . from theatre games to projection, all while having a blast.
THEATRE PRODUCTION CLASSES Explore the performing arts through theatre games, scene study, improv, stage movement, character development, audition techniques and performance opportunities. Course ends with a production in the spring!
VOICES A socially responsible course designed to increase your performing skills and discover how to use those skills to positively impact the world! The media is powerful.......let’s use it for ‘good’!!!!!!
ON CAMERA ACTING An intense, on-camera course focusing on Cold Reading, Close Ups & Script Interpretation for the serious student. Exploring commercial acting styles and product handling. Commercials approached as the “30 second movie”.
COMEDY Make your audiences laugh, cry, wonder and guffaw!!! Perfect your comedic timing as you explore SitCom Acting, Improv, Stand-Up and Physical Comedy . Learn how to ‘Find The Funny’.
IMPROV MANIA/THEATRE ARTS Learn the secrets of dynamic Improvisation. Learn to use Improv as a performance art form, as a rehearsal tool and to enhance auditions. Make your audiences laugh, cry, wonder & guffaw. Let down your guard . . . and accept, heighten and explore your boundless imaginations through Improv! Explore theatre techniques: Including Script Interpretation, Character Development, Stage Movement, & Audition Techniques. It’s a creative explosion!
WINTER PERFORMING ARTS CAMP December 28-29-30 Intense, creative blast!!!! Acting for stage and screen, mime, stage combat, dance, shows and much more! 3 Full Days in December during Winter Break. $199.
SUMMER PERFORMING ARTS CAMP “DESTINY”! Hundreds of students gather from far and wide to share their talents and be inspired by nationally known master teachers. The students of The Atlanta Workshop Players sing, dance & act for stage & screen. Advanced performers AUDITION for Top Agents & Casting Directors. Students see shows, have recreational activities and make life-long friends! Beginner thru Professional Levels, Day Camps and Residential Camps ages 6-18.
MASTER’S SERIES WORKSHOPS Take Action & Rock Your Career! AWP is bringing you awesome workshops with 5 gurus of the entertainment industry!
Agents, Casting Directors & Celebrities will pump you up with the insider's info AND the skills you need to launch your career. In fact .... they are in position to guide you to do just that! If you want to be on TV, in the movies or on a Broadway stage .... they can tell you how it’s done! These workshops can CHANGE YOUR LIFE!! Dedicated, Motivated Kids- Teens- Adults: Check out this MASTER SERIES.
Make a movie AND a commercial! From storytelling to production to performance, serious students experience the scope of film production and the complexities of acting on screen. Students develop ideas.....’pitch’ their concept, then collectively write a short film. They’ll be assigned an important production role AND be cast in the film. The finished product will have an Atlanta premiere & be submitted to film festivals around the globe. The class will also produce a real commercial that will actually be aired. Students will earn professional credit on IMDB Way-cool!! (Ages: TEEN).
From storytelling to production to performance, the students come up with ideas to pitch to an actual company and then write, produce and perform in two real commercials that will air on television. The finished product will have an Atlanta premiere. (Ages: 11-13)
Write a movie! Learn all of the components of writing a compelling screenplay! This class includes fun and challenging exercises that will teach the ambitious young writer how to transform their movie idea into a real screenplay. Each class also includes time set aside to write, write, write!
Professional TV/Film Training program designed for experienced kids & teens who are dedicated and motivated to pursue a career in the Television/Film Industry. Course includes:
The Ultimate Actor’s Challenge! Face extreme emotions! Act under safe, yet intense conditions of temperature, wind, rain.... Tackle physical challenges with stage combat and physical comedy. Tap into high-drama and break thru the limits! Gain experience and develop skills that are essential to a successful career in TV/Film. 
In depth, scene study class for Teens focusing on Film, Sit-Com, Soap Opera, Talk show and Commercial Acting.
On Camera acting course for experienced actors with a comparison of acting styles from “Kid’s programming’ to Prime-Time drama, from Commercials to Talk Shows, from Film to Sit-Com and beyond.
Exploration and comparison of a variety of acting techniques, with an emphasis on Meisner. For the serious actor.
A creative challenge for the experienced Improviser. Use Improv as a performance art, as a rehearsal tool and to enhance auditions. Students will form an Improv Troupe and do multiple performances throughout the year.
Learn everything from stage directions to acting with accents . . . from physical comedy, to Improv . . . from theatre games to projection, all while having a blast.
Explore the performing arts through theatre games, scene study, improv, stage movement, character development, audition techniques and performance opportunities. Course ends with a production in the spring!
A socially responsible course designed to increase your performing skills and discover how to use those skills to positively impact the world! The media is powerful.......let’s use it for ‘good’!!!!!!
An intense, on-camera course focusing on Cold Reading, Close Ups & Script Interpretation for the serious student. Exploring commercial acting styles and product handling. Commercials approached as the “30 second movie”.
Make your audiences laugh, cry, wonder and guffaw!!! Perfect your comedic timing as you explore SitCom Acting, Improv, Stand-Up and Physical Comedy . Learn how to ‘Find The Funny’.
Learn the secrets of dynamic Improvisation. Learn to use Improv as a performance art form, as a rehearsal tool and to enhance auditions. Make your audiences laugh, cry, wonder & guffaw. Let down your guard . . . and accept, heighten and explore your boundless imaginations through Improv! Explore theatre techniques: Including Script Interpretation, Character Development, Stage Movement, & Audition Techniques. It’s a creative explosion!
December 28-29-30 Intense, creative blast!!!! Acting for stage and screen, mime, stage combat, dance, shows and much more! 3 Full Days in December during Winter Break. $199.
Hundreds of students gather from far and wide to share their talents and be inspired by nationally known master teachers. The students of The Atlanta Workshop Players sing, dance & act for stage & screen. Advanced performers AUDITION for Top Agents & Casting Directors. Students see shows, have recreational activities and make life-long friends! Beginner thru Professional Levels, Day Camps and Residential Camps ages 6-18.
