Beginning Acting

INSTRUCTORS

  • Carla Brothers

    Carla Brothers

    A renowned actor with over 30 years of experience in film, television, and Broadway, known for her roles in iconic films and Broadway productions, and she has also made significant contributions to acting education and public speaking coaching.

  • Nora Cole

    A seasoned performing artist, known for her work in award-winning productions on and off Broadway, including "And God Created Great Whales" and "Jelly's Last Jam," as well as significant contributions to the National Black Touring Circuit.

  • Roz Coleman

    A Yale Drama School graduate with a rich career in Broadway and film, she's recognized for her role as an on-camera instructor and director at Red Wall Productions, with a commitment to empowering authentic human expression.

  • Eric Coleman

    A seasoned actor and director, widely recognized for acclaimed performances and prestigious awards, has his esteemed career archived in the Hatch-Billops collection.

  • Joyce Sylvester

    She's an award-winning actress, director, playwright, and TV screenwriter. The recipient of the first August Wilson’s Best Playwright’s Audelco Award for A Freeman Hope, she's also authored Mercedes, Grace In The Light, Faith On Line, Freeda Peoples, and the acclaimed Women In The Pit.

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For aspiring students embarking on their acting journey, we offer a foundational class aimed at establishing a strong connection between actors and their instruments while introducing various acting techniques. Taught by accomplished professionals, this class is designed to set you on the path to success.

Classes are typically held at NFT offices, with the possibility of select classes being conducted via Zoom. The yearly tuition fee for two semesters is $375, with the choice to pay upfront or divide the payment into three installments of $125 each.

schedule

First Semester

October 1, 2023 thru Dec. 18, 2023
Mondays, 6 – 9 PM

Second Semester

February 5, 2024 thru May 13, 2024
Mondays, 6 – 9 PM

More InformatioN

Ajene D. Washington, Workshop Coordinator