Audition Classes Online | Winning The Role

Winning The Role, with Jason Weinberg

As Actors, why are we here? TO WORK! We want to book work so that we can get on Set and do what we love, which is ACT. The gateway to work, as we all know, is The Audition. You have to be a top shelf Auditioner if you want to Win the Role from the competition.

For Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced | Working Professionals

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Then back to Toronto after NYC. And now, after more than 100 T.V.,Film and Theatre gigs with parts of all different sizes, the best part is still the learning, and then applying the learning effectively to book a job. That’s endlessly thrilling.   More than anything on the TV side, I learned a tonne when I was a lead on a T.V. Series. I was nominated for a Canadian Screen Award, now clearly I’m proud of that because I brought it up, but I’m more proud of the fact that I had to audition 6 times to get the job. For the good recurring roles I’ve gotten, I’ve had to audition multiple times as well. I currently have a recurring role on the Netflix Series “Grand Army”, and I had to audition 4 times for that! I really want to share what I’ve learned and what mistakes I’ve made in the audition room with you. I don’t want you to make the mistakes I’ve made.

I am really proud to be part of Milne Studio. Brad has created a really special atmosphere of learning, growth and respect. I’ve seen it first hand, it’s a special place.

Batting Average - Is it hard to be a top shelf Auditioner all the time, and Win every role? Yes, it is. But we will promise you this: Our Audition program will help you raise your batting average, and set you on a trajectory to keep raising it, Winning more and more roles along your journey.

Crazy Business - It would be a lie to say every time you do a great audition, you get the role. That’s not true. In this crazy business, there are so many factors influencing why casting decisions are made. Your part could have been cut, they think you’re too tall, too short. You have NO CONTROL over these things.

Your Control - What is in your control?? How well you Audition! The only thing you can do is approach every audition as if it’s yours for the taking. I have seen over and over parts that were basically cast in a Director’s mind be snatched away by an Actor who comes in and blows them away with a superior audition. You just never know, so go in armed and ready.

The Superior Audition - Simply put, what are these things that you must do consistently for all your Auditions? Firstly, a meticulous script analysis must always be there regardless of the size of the role. This analysis culminates in what you (the character) are trying to accomplish in your Audition (Your Objective). Next, having a clear understanding that Audition Acting is different from regular Acting (wherein you have an actual scene partner). Lasty, how do you practice/rehearse after adhering to the above steps?

In this class we practice these things in depth, so that your confidence can grow, and you can do them on your own. We work on a variety of different audition scripts designed to keep pushing your imaginations and skill.

My Promise - I can assure that we will work in a supportive environment that never stops pushing students forward. I will make myself available to you whenever you have any question, clarifications or concerns while we are working together and beyond. My Sincere thanks, Jason.

Beginner & Intermediate - Level I

Wednesdays 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST

For the beginning Actor who has started to audition or is ready to start.  To enroll in this class you must have completed Brad Milne's Level I class.

-script/side analysis of small to mid-sized roles, and commercials.

-how to prepare with varying amounts of preparation time

-audition simulation and feedback

-specific next steps for each actor

Intermediate & Advanced - Level II

Mondays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST

For the Actor who has been auditioning for at least one year. To enroll in this class you must have completed a minimum of Jason's Level I class or Brad Milne's Level II class.

-script/side analysis of longer, more difficult scripts and roles. How to prepare with varying amounts of preparation time.

-audition simulation and feedback

-specific next steps for each actor

Class Packs & Costs
Enroll anytime, classes are ongoing year round

Classes are offered packs of 4, 6, 8 and 10. Class packs are meant to be used in consecutive weeks.

4-class pack: $250.00 + 32.50  HST = $282.50
6-class pack: $365.00 + 47.45 HST = $412.45 - 2.5% savings off 4-pack
8-class pack: $475.00 + 61.75 HST = $536.75- 5.0% savings off 4-pack
10-CLASS PACK: $578.00 + 75.24 HST = $653.24  - 7.5% off 4-pack

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Brad Milne

Head Coach & Founder

BIO - Basically, I was doing Stand-up and Sketch comedy for about 4 years, and realized that I really wanted to be Actor. So I auditioned for and got into the American Repertory Theatre’s Institute for Advanced Theatre Training at Harvard, also known as A.R.T. I got a Master’s degree, which is great but it’s funny when you leave when you feel like you’re just starting to learn. Then it was on to New York for 10 years to learn more. Got an agent, and did a bunch of great plays, TV, and Film with all kinds of Directors, and parts of all sizes. All the while I tried to keep growing by taking classes from the best  On Camera teachers I could find.

Adult Acting Classes

We teach the essentials; working on the actors instrument, comprehensive script analysis and character interpretation through to creating vivid rich roles. Milne Studio acting classes and actor coaching cater to beginners, newcomers, intermediates and advanced professional working actors. All enrolled students receive free demo reel media. Join our successful acting classes in Toronto where actors are immersed in acting coach Brad Milne's powerful acting technique, PERGE™. Our hard working actors frequently receive agent referrals that get them auditioning and working.

Our responsibility is to create characters that live the role in every way. We achieve this by making kinesthetic connections to every aspect of the role. Milne Studio Toronto actor training is designed to give you a broad base of fundamentals to strengthen your acting instrument and your interpretive skills. Creating roles succeeds and fails on the choices you make. We help you identify how to make the right choices.

Our classes pay off in many ways. Milne Studio Acting Classes and Production Studios have been preparing actors for professional success in studio and online since 1999. Brad's Toronto acting studio and online acting class program have delivered over 1250 classes to over 1250 actors in just 7 1/2 years since the opening of Milne Studio Toronto.

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Level I

For beginners and newcomers to the studio. Learn Foundation Training and Script Interpretation techniques. Foundation work includes: breathing, energy, voice & movement, with some improv. Actors are individually worked with on camera getting detailed coaching in a recorded session that is delivered to you shortly after class. You will be assigned a minimum of two roles (monologues) for your six weeks. Taught in studio by Brad Milne. Six classes to complete Level I.

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Level II

For intermediate level students that have completed Level I or equivalent:
- Minimum of two scenes assigned
- Scene Study on camera
- Emotional Athletics
- Cold Reads / Monologues
- Audition Conditioning
- Minimum two scenes assigned
- Create a demo reel
- Taught in person by Brad Milne and on Zoom by Jason Weinberg. Six classes to complete Level II.

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Level III

Advanced students studying with the studio for 3 + months or having demonstrated skills:
- Minimum of two scenes assigned
- Scene Study on camera
- Emotional Athletics
- Cold Reads / Monologues
- Audition Conditioning
- Minimum Two scenes assigned
- Create a demo reel
- Taught in studio by Brad Milne. This level is ongoing. Study in Level III is ongoing, perfecting and honing skills.

Milne Acting Studio's three tier training exists to simplify your progression into becoming a working actor or to bolster and strengthen your already acting career that's already in motion. From beginners through experts we are there with you in each phase. For new comers to the studio and beginners the Level's I and II progression are essential to your development in order to reinforce the basics and give you a repeatable process to apply. For the experienced actor our onling Level III training is a class you're welcome to apply for by submitting your most updated demo reel with your registration.

Training Day

Saturday – 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Interpretation
A comprehensive and in-depth investigation into Milne’s technique, PERGE; helping you effectively breakdown scripts, giving you stronger role prep and improved audition skills. We'll apply precise interpretive steps adding dimension to your roles.

Foundation

You’ll engage in breathing, energy, voice, movement, interpersonal connection, improvisation, storytelling, monologues, scene study and performance exercises. By the end of the day you’ll be immersed in character and ready to play the role, with residue of the day’s work present until the next morning. Applying best practices greatly improves both acting and performance ability.

Shooting Day

Sunday – 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM

The Set – The day starts with a brief warm up (foundation and interpretation exercises) and discussion about pacing through a shoot day. Learning to connect and reconnect with your role is essential. In character and ready to play the role you’ll move into our on-camera environment. While directors love it when actors hit it on the first take, we’re often called upon to repeat a scene or parts of a scene several times for coverage. Actors have to be ready.

The Performance – Time to step into the ring. Like any sport or engagement, proper preparation is critical to your success. The same applies in acting: we must precisely prepare for the part, make the focus of the work the back, front, top, bottom and all the sides of the role, then trust that we can let the prep go and live in the present, breathing quietly in our bodies on screen. Your performance will be professionally shot then mastered and delivered to you via Vimeo.

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All of the criteria I look for in a solid studio.

I’ve attended many acting schools throughout my life, and it’s always a mixed bag when you try a new place– is it going to be a great place to learn? Will I take away real practical skills? Will the environment be safe and respectful? I found Milne Studios through Google, and had all of these questions before I attended. I can confidently say that all of the criteria I look for in a solid studio are here. There are options for in-person and online classes so students are able to learn in the most comfortable way possible for them. Those newer to acting will appreciate the gentle but informed guidance of teachers who do not shy away from technique based exercises too often ignored by film and television schools. Those who have been in the game longer will appreciate the reconnection with fundamentals we so often forget, in addition to the kind of screen training we’re used to. Advanced classes are an opportunity to keep your camera skills sharp, and make new discoveries. If you’re already a professional, then this is a great place to keep active. If, like me, your life is a bit too busy at the moment for regular classes, then the private coaching option is a wonderful opportunity to explore your craft and keep sharp.

Amanda Joy / Actor, Writer, Producer, Show Runner..