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30 Episodes

  • Introduction
    E1
    IntroductionMeet Kevin, your new acting teacher. In this lesson, Kevin shares why he's excited to teach you the craft of acting, and what he hopes you will take away from his MasterClass.
  • Choosing a Monologue
    E2
    Choosing a MonologueYour choice of monologue can define your success. Through Kevin's insightful critique, learn how to choose a monologue wisely.
  • Choosing a Monologue (cont'd)
    E3
    Choosing a Monologue (cont'd)A monologue is more than just words. Your performance can connect you to the audience, and make your character memorable. Kevin's unique exercise in this lesson shows you why you have to be willing to let it hurt.
  • Working with Text - Carving Out Words
    E4
    Working with Text - Carving Out WordsHow you choose to carve out words not only affects their meaning, but also their impact. Watch as Kevin uses Shakespeare's Othello to teach a lesson on the proper use of emphasis.
  • Working with Text - Grounding a Monologue
    E5
    Working with Text - Grounding a MonologueMake it real. Learn how a task as mundane as packing a suitcase can breathe entirely new life into a scene.
  • Attack It a Different Way
    E6
    Attack It a Different Way"There's a difference between knowing the words and knowing how to say them." After this lesson, you'll know the difference.
  • Give Them 50%
    E7
    Give Them 50%Treat this as an exercise in restraint. Kevin teaches you how to hold it in and pull the audience to you.
  • Varying a Performance
    E8
    Varying a PerformanceIn this powerful lesson, you will learn how to abandon predictability and vary your performance to give it a new life.
  • Mask Work - Become Someone Else
    E9
    Mask Work - Become Someone Else"The craft of acting is to step into someone else's shoes." Kevin challenges you to see how far you can go when you literally cannot see yourself. Experience the freedom that comes from masking yourself.
  • Mask Work - Try It a Different Way
    E10
    Mask Work - Try It a Different WaySometimes taking a steep departure from who you think your character should be allows you to find out who they could be.
  • Mask Work - Working with a Mirror
    E11
    Mask Work - Working with a MirrorLearn to use the power of metamorphosis through mask and mirror work.
  • Mask Work - Add Stakes
    E12
    Mask Work - Add StakesGet out of your own head. Use masks to make unexpected choices that bring your character to life.
  • Grounding a Performance
    E13
    Grounding a PerformanceKevin shows you how grounding a monologue in an activity that may not be in the text focuses your intentions and centers your performance.
  • Raise the Stakes
    E14
    Raise the StakesRaising your energy level is not the same as raising the stakes. Kevin shows you different ways to apply this concept to capture your audience
  • Trust the Words
    E15
    Trust the WordsTrust the words. Here Kevin will show you how to command presence by believing that the words alone are enough.
  • Domestic Activity Exercise
    E16
    Domestic Activity ExerciseWatch how grounding a monologue in a domestic activity can reveal your character's motivation and make your performance more relatable.
  • Reacting in Monologues
    E17
    Reacting in MonologuesLearn how to deliver a performance that allows the audience to see the character you're talking with—without having another actor on stage.
  • Impressions
    E18
    ImpressionsKevin breaks down his approach to spot-on impressions. Learn his three key elements that go far beyond imitating someone's voice.
  • Acting for Screen
    E19
    Acting for ScreenLearn how Kevin draws from his experiences acting on stage to create a compelling character arc on screen.
  • Acting for Stage
    E20
    Acting for StageTheater is Kevin's first love. Learn how to rehearse with a company of actors, evolve your character on stage, and deliver a memorable performance night after night.
  • Collaborating With Directors
    E21
    Collaborating With DirectorsKevin teaches you how to work with directors to develop character, serve the story, and always remain direct-able.
  • Collaborating With Actors
    E22
    Collaborating With ActorsA key to every great actor's success is the ability to collaborate. Learn how to listen, react, and be generous to your fellow actors.
  • Creating Characters - Case Studies
    E23
    Creating Characters - Case StudiesLearn how Kevin transforms into characters from some of his most memorable performances, including Lester Burnham in American Beauty.
  • Creating Characters - Case Studies (continued)
    E24
    Creating Characters - Case Studies (continued)Kevin continues to breakdown characters and discusses portraying historical figures like Richard Nixon in his upcoming film Elvis/Nixon.
  • How To Audition
    E25
    How To AuditionOwn the casting room. Kevin teaches you how to overcome nerves, take direction and create a lasting impression.
  • Kevin's Journey
    E26
    Kevin's JourneyIf you've done well in the business...it's your obligation to send the elevator back down. Kevin attributes much of his success to the incredible mentor-ship he received. Now he wants to offer you that same guidance.
  • Career Strategy
    E27
    Career StrategyAvoid becoming a waiting actor. Kevin talks about the opportunities he made for himself, making sure your agent is on your side, and how to fight for the roles that are right for you.
  • Sanity Guide
    E28
    Sanity GuideReality check. Learn from Kevin how to push through the doubt and work when you are not working.
  • Question
    E29
    Question
  • Answer
    E30
    Answer

 

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