Who teaches the classes?

All classes are taught by Christinna Chauncey.

How long is the class?

Class runs approx 3-4 hours, depending upon the work.

What level of experience is required to enroll?

This class offers a challenging “workout” environment for the experienced actor who already has an at-home self-tape setup in place, is currently auditioning in film & television, and has (ideally) secured theatrical agency representation. The content is targeted for actors who have completed one of our past course offerings and have already received instruction as to our studio’s unique approach to script analysis, camera tech, and other such principles for auditioning powerfully - but is also open to actors who are new to the studio (not new to the craft), pending credits, previous training & level of experience. Interview may be required, even if already cleared on our Priority List. This helps ensure that the class format will best serve you, will not slow down or distract from the forward movement of the work each class, and will promote you and everyone else getting the most out of your investment.

Are the classes held in-person or online?

This is strictly an online course, and the current virtual platform we are utilizing for this class is Zoom.

Will I get a video copy of my work in class?

During your individual workout or when receiving notes regarding your self-tape or virtual callback, you will be allowed to record the meeting on your end via your Zoom account. Once your workout is complete and you have received your notes from the instructor, your recording capabilities will be disabled by the moderator. Recording class content apart from the Zoom recording tool and without the expressed permission of the studio is strictly prohibited. After the meeting has ended, Zoom will render & finalize your recording to your local computer and afterward you may review. When we are running ‘mock’ virtual sessions, your ‘audition’ will be recorded and played back for review during class, and may be provided to you afterwards per your request.

May I work my current audition material in class?

In this class you are responsible for sourcing your own material either from our extensive library of sides which will be made available to you while you are enrolled in class (please note that our library is a private resource and is not to be publicly shared outside our studio), or by submitting your own. Periodically actors may submit their own current audition sides for an actual self-tape appt, based on the following strict parameters:

• 1) A minimum 24 hours notice of the request to the studio must be provided, and you must forward your entire appt including breakdown, along with the pdf of the sides.

• 2) Within the request, the actor must present a brief explanation of the scene and its storyline context to the instructor, who may or may not have time to read the scene or research the project prior to class.

• 3) The material must be from episodic television or film scripts (no theatre scripts please).

• 4) Sides must be free of watermarks containing your name/date and not under a NDA, for obvious reasons. The only time watermarked material will be considered is if it is for a past audition in which you can prove the material and its contents contained therein (dialogue, storyline) have already been exposed to the general public via a past airdate or theatrical release. This privacy policy is in place to ensure that the project’s material will remain unexposed in class in order to protect the writers, the actor, our studio, the CD and the production company currently casting the role. This studio will not risk liability for confidential or watermarked material being exposed either in our classes or publicly online by an actor posting clips of their work in class on social media.

• If any of the above criteria are not met or are missing from the actor’s initial request, it will not be considered.

If the actor’s material meets the aforementioned criteria and is approved for use in class, the actor understands that whatever format we are covering in class (either self-tape or virtual callback) will be the format they will adhere to with their current audition material. In other words, their workout time in class utilizing their current audition material will not be treated like a mini-private coaching session wherein the class’s forward progress risks getting compromised. You will certainly receive feedback & notes that can help you with your audition, but it will not be a full targeted workout. If the actor wants extensive notes, guidance and personalized coaching in preparation for an actual audition, they are advised to request a private coaching session.

Are there makeup classes?

No. The Online Workout Lab is a limited offering with no makeup classes available. Even if two online labs are offered in close proximity to each other, each lab remains its own unique experience. If at any point you are unable to attend class, you may request to review a recording of the class you missed (please note that although we will put forth our best effort to record class, due to the unpredictable nature of tech, recordings of class are not guaranteed). Requesting to attend, switch or ‘make up’ your missed class in either an alternate lab or future lab is not an option. While there is no penalty for missing class, your full commitment to class is expected. So if you are already concerned about missing class at this point prior to registering and you are not satisfied that makeup classes will not be extended, you may want to reconsider enrollment in the Adv Ongoing Workout Lab, as it may not be the right fit for you at this time.

I know I want in - can I enroll before registration opens?

Due to the limited number of seats and high demand, enrollment begins on the day of registration. If you already know you want in, you are encouraged to mark the date (and time) registration opens on your calendar and make sure you are among the first to apply. If you are new to this studio or are not yet on our Priority List (a list of actors who have already been pre-cleared for class), you are highly encouraged to apply now to get our on Priority List in order to get cleared - or click the button “Get on our List” at the bottom of this page. However, please note that because this course is originally crafted for actors who have previously studied at our studio, an interview may still be required for actors who are new to our studio - even those on the Priority List (pls refer to the answer provided to the 2nd question on this FAQs page regarding the prerequisite for the Online Workout Lab). Actors serious about applying may email the studio prior to the opening of registration to inquire as to whether an interview will still be required.

What are the payment options?

A 50% deposit is required to secure your seat in class, with the remaining 50% due 1 week prior to the start of your first month. Thereafter payment in full for each subsequent month must be made by/before the start of Class 4. (Each month consists of a 4-week class cycle. If ever there is a 5-week month we may take a week off.) Here’s how it works month-to-month: Each month roll call will be taken by the assistant at the top of class in Week 3 before the work begins. Once you have confirmed your intention to continue into the following month, payment in full must be processed by/before the start of class Week 4. Payment is processed via Zelle or via Square Invoice emailed to you per your request (pls note that all invoiced Square pymts for class will incur a 3% convenience fee).

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