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Free Acting Workshop/Master Class — With NYC’s Dramatic Arts Master Trainer

Published: August 20, 2025; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

Join renowned Dramatic Arts Master Trainer, Robert Russell, for an exclusive acting intensive in New York City.

Following the sold-out success of our last event, we are thrilled to offer this master class for free one more time! This is a unique opportunity to train with one of the industry’s most sought-after acting coaches.

Attendance is free, but you must RSVP by securing a ticket through Eventbrite. Don’t miss out on this transformative experience! For updates and more information, follow @roberts_actors on Instagram.

About Robert Russell

Robert Russell privately trains actors at all levels for feature film roles. His technique is both unique and highly effective, honed over a lifetime in the entertainment industry. His family has built empires in the business; his cousin Robin Antin created the Pussycat Dolls, and his cousin Steve Antin wrote and directed the hit film Burlesque, with the musical adaptation currently selling out shows in London.

“I train my actors like a trainer trains a fighter,” says Robert. “It takes immense hard work and discipline to mold an actor, but the results are always worth it. Just ask my actors or read their testimonials below.”

What You Will Learn

This intensive is designed to elevate your craft by focusing on the core principles of performance. You will explore:

• The Essence of Acting: Discover the “heart” of acting by understanding the event of a scene, layering conscious and unconscious behaviors, and using technique to push beyond your comfort zone.
• Script Analysis & Breakdown: Develop critical skills to find the truth in every scene. Learn to identify key words and phrases, uncover what’s not on the page, and pinpoint the central conflict and emotional core.
• Character Development & Technique: Master the art of “channeling” a character and shedding the artifice of “acting.” You will explore methods to tap into deep emotional content, use your instincts, and inhabit your role with authenticity. As Dennis Hopper said, “The best acting school...teaches you how not to act.”
• Performance Skills (GEMS): Heighten your command of Gesture, Expression, Movement, and Speech to powerfully communicate your character’s emotions and motivations.
• Emotional Conditioning: Build a rich personal and emotional history for your characters. Learn disciplinary techniques to consistently work on your craft, a crucial element often missing from traditional acting classes.
• The Business of Acting: Gain an insider’s perspective on the casting process. Understand what feature film casting directors look for in headshots, auditions, and chemistry reads. This session will demystify the industry and answer your most pressing questions.

“There is no more glorious job to have than to play someone else and be really skilled on how to do it.” — Meryl Streep

Time: 1:00-5:00 pm EDT

Free!

Registration

Detailed information and discussion of the event.