Acting
is approached from three different perspectives
that mutually support and enhance each other:
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As
a teacher and a coach, Steven Anderson is as good as it gets.
-
Sid Craig, Manager
When
I need results, I call Steven.
- Marnie Saitta,
Casting Director
Steven Anderson’s approach to the acting process
stems from more than thirty years of acting study while
pursing his career in the television, film and theater industries.
Working in the entertainment industry gave him the opportunity
to put each technique he learned to the test as he continued
to refine his craft. From this refinement he created a variety
of tools, games and exercises that he utilizes in the Actorswork
process. This approach is based on heightened awareness
of each moment, listening, bodywork, impulse, and outward
directed focus. His classes are structured so that each
actor learns to recognize and utilize the energy inherent
in each moment and not try to manufacture a false state
of being. That way each actor can experience giving a performance
that is alive, energetic and compelling to watch. Because
the process is allowed to progress organically according
to each actor’s unique methods of learning and pace,
a confidence builds in a craft that will naturally transform
and mature hand in hand with the actor’s own growth.
Each class has been created to be an intimate space where
actors can take risks with their work in a safe environment.
An ensemble atmosphere where growth and flexibility is encouraged
naturally evolves from this process. Classes and workshops
are kept small in number to make sure each actor can put
the process on its feet and integrate it into their craft.
The Actorswork process is experiential active process and
as such actors will be working every class with their fellow
actors and in full class exercises and games. When auditing
any class or workshop, auditors will be asked to participate
so the ensemble atmosphere is maintained.