Director: Rebecca Schweitzer
Length: 12-hour four-week workshop
Class Notes: None
For many beginners (or anyone, really), the word monologue can feel intimidating. It sounds like something meant for seasoned Shakespearian stage actors, not voice-over actors. But the truth is, voice-over IS ACTING, and play & film monologues are some of the most supportive and empowering ways to build your acting skills. With Rebecca’s kind and expert guidance, you’ll step outside the typical voice-over script formats of commercials and narration and work with traditional acting monologues. Why? Because monologues sharpen the exact muscles voice actors rely on every day: intention, point of view, emotional connection and storytelling. You’ll learn how to break down the script, understand who you’re speaking to and make clear acting choices that bring authenticity to your performance. As you navigate through class, the idea of performing a monologue won’t feel like standing alone on a stage under a spotlight. The work becomes less about “performing a monologue” and more about simply being present in a moment and letting the words live through you. By the end, what once felt daunting will become one of the most freeing and enjoyable ways to act. To be a monologue actor or not to be… that is the question…