Edgemar Center for the Arts

Join our online and in-person improv classes and become a better performer! It is no secret that there is an industry demand for skilled improv actors whom are quick on their feet and take risks with confidence. Build scenes, take risks and find unique choices that are memorable. In our Improv Classes you will develop strong and exciting characters and get out of your head so you may open your eyes to new performance possibilities. You can reach our acting school in Los Angeles at (310) 392-0815. Let us know if you have any questions about in-person classes in Los Angeles or online course, or email us at [email protected]

Anti-Anxiety Toolkit: An Effective Approach to Overcoming Anxiety How to End Anxiety: The Ultimate Anti Anxiety Toolkit by Julian F. Henning (instructor) Anxiety is produced when the brain goes into fight or flight mode. It does that when it perceives a threat. In that state only the negative, the problems, are seen. The main benefit of exercises that get a person out of a state of anxiety into a state of relaxation is that in that state possibilities are seen. In other words, often within only a few minutes, one can see solutions that were simply not perceived before. Beyond inducing a state of calm, that is the true power of relaxation. The more a person practices these exercises, some of which are from ancient traditions, others are compiled from the latest findings of neuroscience, the more the brain stays in a positive state of mind, enabling a person to make more effective life choices. It’s a positive reinforcing spiral. More calm brings about better decisions brings about a better life situation. This, in turn, induces more calm, induces better choices, and so forth. While we often cannot control what happens to us, we can choose how to respond. As Victor Frankel states, freedom lies in the gap between stimulus and response. READ THE FULL ARTICLE BELOW: https://www.michelledanner.com/anti-anxiety-toolkit-an-effective-approach-to-overcoming-anxiety/ Saturdays from 10am – 11:30am PST Los Angeles time Cost: $ 250 for 4 weeks – $ 400 for 8 weeks Enter the amount and we will put you in the class manually once the payment is confirmed. If you have any questions, please let us know – Email – [email protected] or Call 310 392 0815 Click here to reserve your spot and pay ONLINE ACTING CLASSES ARE HELD IN VIRTUAL CLASSROOMS HOSTED BY ZOOM.

WE COACH ACTORS WITH THE WINNING TOOLS OF THE TRADE. OUR PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL WAS FOUNDED IN 2000 BY ACCLAIMED ACTING COACH MICHELLE DANNER. Acting in Los Angeles is more than acting techniques or simply taking acting classes. It’s about finding what you really want – more than life and breath itself. The Michelle Danner Acting Studio is an acting school that treats the craft less like a business and more as creation fueled by insight and wonder. Our Los Angeles acting school’s philosophy is that artists can draw upon all different acting techniques and form a toolbox of their own, their very own Golden Box. Our actors develop a comprehensive set of acting tools when approaching a role or a scene whether it be for film, television or theater. Michelle Danner’s Los Angeles acting school encompasses the Meisner Technique, Lee Strasberg’s Method, Stella Adler, Stanislavski’s System, Uta Hagen, and the Chekhov technique. Our master teachers are working professionals, who prepare and inspire our students for acting careers with cutting edge technology. Our acting studio is located in the heart of Los Angeles’ entertainment industry in Santa Monica, CA.

The kids on the set of "Hello Herman" directed by Michelle Danner

LEARN THE BEST ACTING TECHNIQUES FOR FILM ACTING & AUDITIONING The Michelle Danner Acting Studio’s philosophy is that artists can draw upon all different acting techniques and form an individual toolbox. In one of our Acting Workshops Los Angeles “the Golden Box” we will help you to develop your own “Golden Box” of techniques and tools. Those techniques and tools can be used when approaching a role or a scene, for film, television, or theater. The Acting School’s acting techniques are based on Meisner, Strasberg, Adler, Hagen, Chekhov & the Stanislavsky Technique. The Golden Box, taught by Michelle Danner, is a two-day in depth interactive lecture that breaks down the technical map used at The Michelle Danner acting school. GOALS OF THIS ACTING WORKSHOP The Golden Box will teach you how to get out of your head, follow your impulses, and begin to live completely in the moment. By finding your own unique emotional triggers, you will learn to access your full range of feelings and emotions at a moment’s notice. Learn how to create vivid, fleshed out, and interesting characters through an intense and emotional workshop. Supported with lectures and technique exercises. Michelle teaches a technique that is effective for actors of various skill levels. Actors around the world have found success studying with Michelle, because she takes the emphasis off the dogmatic method and helps actors discover their own creativity. THE CLASS FOCUSES ON ANSWERING THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: Why are some choices more powerful than others? How does one deliver a raw unforgettable performance? What specific tools can be applied to film, television, and stage work? How does one develop a personal story from scratch and discover material for a one woman/man show, screenplay, short or novel?

WE COACH ACTORS WITH THE WINNING TOOLS OF THE TRADE. OUR PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL WAS FOUNDED IN 2000 BY ACCLAIMED ACTING COACH MICHELLE DANNER. Acting in Los Angeles is more than acting techniques or simply taking acting classes. It’s about finding what you really want – more than life and breath itself. The Michelle Danner Acting Studio is an acting school that treats the craft less like a business and more as creation fueled by insight and wonder. Our Los Angeles acting school’s philosophy is that artists can draw upon all different acting techniques and form a toolbox of their own, their very own Golden Box. Our actors develop a comprehensive set of acting tools when approaching a role or a scene whether it be for film, television or theater. Michelle Danner’s Los Angeles acting school encompasses the Meisner Technique, Lee Strasberg’s Method, Stella Adler, Stanislavski’s System, Uta Hagen, and the Chekhov technique. Our master teachers are working professionals, who prepare and inspire our students for acting careers with cutting edge technology. Our acting studio is located in the heart of Los Angeles’ entertainment industry in Santa Monica, CA.

WE COACH ACTORS WITH THE WINNING TOOLS OF THE TRADE. OUR PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL WAS FOUNDED IN 2000 BY ACCLAIMED ACTING COACH MICHELLE DANNER. Acting in Los Angeles is more than acting techniques or simply taking acting classes. It’s about finding what you really want – more than life and breath itself. The Michelle Danner Acting Studio is an acting school that treats the craft less like a business and more as creation fueled by insight and wonder. Our Los Angeles acting school’s philosophy is that artists can draw upon all different acting techniques and form a toolbox of their own, their very own Golden Box. Our actors develop a comprehensive set of acting tools when approaching a role or a scene whether it be for film, television or theater. Michelle Danner’s Los Angeles acting school encompasses the Meisner Technique, Lee Strasberg’s Method, Stella Adler, Stanislavski’s System, Uta Hagen, and the Chekhov technique. Our master teachers are working professionals, who prepare and inspire our students for acting careers with cutting edge technology. Our acting studio is located in the heart of Los Angeles’ entertainment industry in Santa Monica, CA.

IMPROV CLASSES LOS ANGELES Do you want to give yourself a competitive edge in the audition room, on stage, or in life? Improv is a great opportunity to have some fun and fuel your imagination! Join our improv classes LA! It is no secret that there is an industry demand for skilled improv actors whom are quick on their feet and take risks with confidence. This is an improvisational workout geared towards helping actors find untapped creativity and enhance their skills as a performer. Build scenes, take risks and find unique choices that are memorable. In our Improv Classes Los Angeles you will develop strong and exciting characters and get out of your head so you may open your eyes to new performance possibilities. A two month session includes a comedy showcase. IMPROV CLASSES LOS ANGELES – IMPROV WORKOUT | PRACTICE & LEARN TO CONNECT TO THE SPONTANEITY WITHIN • Take this class, improve your comedic & audition skills. • Take risks with the freedom of play & overcome mental blocks. • Workout & strengthen your impulses. • Heighten & Explore your passion and emotions through your voice & actions. • Develop your creativity & learn to trust your instincts through improvised scenes & theater games • Learn how to have your characters think as quickly on their feet as you can on yours. • Break through self-imposed restrictions in a safe supportive space.

IMPROV CLASSES LOS ANGELES Do you want to give yourself a competitive edge in the audition room, on stage, or in life? Improv is a great opportunity to have some fun and fuel your imagination! Join our improv classes LA! It is no secret that there is an industry demand for skilled improv actors whom are quick on their feet and take risks with confidence. This is an improvisational workout geared towards helping actors find untapped creativity and enhance their skills as a performer. Build scenes, take risks and find unique choices that are memorable. In our Improv Classes Los Angeles you will develop strong and exciting characters and get out of your head so you may open your eyes to new performance possibilities. A two month session includes a comedy showcase. IMPROV CLASSES LOS ANGELES – IMPROV WORKOUT | PRACTICE & LEARN TO CONNECT TO THE SPONTANEITY WITHIN • Take this class, improve your comedic & audition skills. • Take risks with the freedom of play & overcome mental blocks. • Workout & strengthen your impulses. • Heighten & Explore your passion and emotions through your voice & actions. • Develop your creativity & learn to trust your instincts through improvised scenes & theater games • Learn how to have your characters think as quickly on their feet as you can on yours. • Break through self-imposed restrictions in a safe supportive space.

IMPROV CLASSES LOS ANGELES Do you want to give yourself a competitive edge in the audition room, on stage, or in life? Improv is a great opportunity to have some fun and fuel your imagination! Join our improv classes LA! It is no secret that there is an industry demand for skilled improv actors whom are quick on their feet and take risks with confidence. This is an improvisational workout geared towards helping actors find untapped creativity and enhance their skills as a performer. Build scenes, take risks and find unique choices that are memorable. In our Improv Classes Los Angeles you will develop strong and exciting characters and get out of your head so you may open your eyes to new performance possibilities. A two month session includes a comedy showcase. IMPROV CLASSES LOS ANGELES – IMPROV WORKOUT | PRACTICE & LEARN TO CONNECT TO THE SPONTANEITY WITHIN • Take this class, improve your comedic & audition skills. • Take risks with the freedom of play & overcome mental blocks. • Workout & strengthen your impulses. • Heighten & Explore your passion and emotions through your voice & actions. • Develop your creativity & learn to trust your instincts through improvised scenes & theater games • Learn how to have your characters think as quickly on their feet as you can on yours. • Break through self-imposed restrictions in a safe supportive space.

IMPROV CLASSES LOS ANGELES Do you want to give yourself a competitive edge in the audition room, on stage, or in life? Improv is a great opportunity to have some fun and fuel your imagination! Join our improv classes LA! It is no secret that there is an industry demand for skilled improv actors whom are quick on their feet and take risks with confidence. This is an improvisational workout geared towards helping actors find untapped creativity and enhance their skills as a performer. Build scenes, take risks and find unique choices that are memorable. In our Improv Classes Los Angeles you will develop strong and exciting characters and get out of your head so you may open your eyes to new performance possibilities. A two month session includes a comedy showcase. IMPROV CLASSES LOS ANGELES – IMPROV WORKOUT | PRACTICE & LEARN TO CONNECT TO THE SPONTANEITY WITHIN • Take this class, improve your comedic & audition skills. • Take risks with the freedom of play & overcome mental blocks. • Workout & strengthen your impulses. • Heighten & Explore your passion and emotions through your voice & actions. • Develop your creativity & learn to trust your instincts through improvised scenes & theater games • Learn how to have your characters think as quickly on their feet as you can on yours. • Break through self-imposed restrictions in a safe supportive space.

IMPROV CLASSES LOS ANGELES Do you want to give yourself a competitive edge in the audition room, on stage, or in life? Improv is a great opportunity to have some fun and fuel your imagination! Join our improv classes LA! It is no secret that there is an industry demand for skilled improv actors whom are quick on their feet and take risks with confidence. This is an improvisational workout geared towards helping actors find untapped creativity and enhance their skills as a performer. Build scenes, take risks and find unique choices that are memorable. In our Improv Classes Los Angeles you will develop strong and exciting characters and get out of your head so you may open your eyes to new performance possibilities. A two month session includes a comedy showcase. IMPROV CLASSES LOS ANGELES – IMPROV WORKOUT | PRACTICE & LEARN TO CONNECT TO THE SPONTANEITY WITHIN • Take this class, improve your comedic & audition skills. • Take risks with the freedom of play & overcome mental blocks. • Workout & strengthen your impulses. • Heighten & Explore your passion and emotions through your voice & actions. • Develop your creativity & learn to trust your instincts through improvised scenes & theater games • Learn how to have your characters think as quickly on their feet as you can on yours. • Break through self-imposed restrictions in a safe supportive space.

WE COACH ACTORS WITH THE WINNING TOOLS OF THE TRADE. OUR PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL WAS FOUNDED IN 2000 BY ACCLAIMED ACTING COACH MICHELLE DANNER. Acting in Los Angeles is more than acting techniques or simply taking acting classes. It’s about finding what you really want – more than life and breath itself. The Michelle Danner Acting Studio is an acting school that treats the craft less like a business and more as creation fueled by insight and wonder. Our Los Angeles acting school’s philosophy is that artists can draw upon all different acting techniques and form a toolbox of their own, their very own Golden Box. Our actors develop a comprehensive set of acting tools when approaching a role or a scene whether it be for film, television or theater. Michelle Danner’s Los Angeles acting school encompasses the Meisner Technique, Lee Strasberg’s Method, Stella Adler, Stanislavski’s System, Uta Hagen, and the Chekhov technique. Our master teachers are working professionals, who prepare and inspire our students for acting careers with cutting edge technology. Our acting studio is located in the heart of Los Angeles’ entertainment industry in Santa Monica, CA.

MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE Each 12 week intensive culminates in a showcase/presentation. • in-depth musical theater training • one dance combination taught each week • song preparation/vocal performance • scene work

MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE Each 12 week intensive culminates in a showcase/presentation. • in-depth musical theater training • one dance combination taught each week • song preparation/vocal performance • scene work

MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE Each 12 week intensive culminates in a showcase/presentation. • in-depth musical theater training • one dance combination taught each week • song preparation/vocal performance • scene work

MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE Each 12 week intensive culminates in a showcase/presentation. • in-depth musical theater training • one dance combination taught each week • song preparation/vocal performance • scene work

MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE Each 12 week intensive culminates in a showcase/presentation. • in-depth musical theater training • one dance combination taught each week • song preparation/vocal performance • scene work

MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE Each 12 week intensive culminates in a showcase/presentation. • in-depth musical theater training • one dance combination taught each week • song preparation/vocal performance • scene work