The Freeman Studio Presents:
FREEman Fridays!!
The Freeman Studio is not just classes, it's a community!
We believe that it is not enough for us to train actors. Also central to Our Mission is inspiring them and creating community.
In that spirit, our FREEman Fridays offer FREE events: giving back to our community and engaging them with a wide variety of veteran creative artists for conversations and demonstrations ….as well as provide an opportunity to connect our actors to one another.
Come join us for lectures/demos, Q&A's + FREE wine* & soft drinks!
*You must be 21+ to consume alcohol. Valid ID required.
- Learn Something!
- Drink Something!
- Meet Someone!
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Next Event on December 6th @ 6pm
JOHN PATRICK SHANLEY
in conversation with Studio Head Scott Freeman
John Patrick Shanley is an "actor's writer" whose works are a constant fixture of exploration at The Freeman Studio.
He and Studio Head, Scott Freeman will talk about his writing for both theatre & film and how the actor affects that process.
It is guaranteed to be a lively and thought-provoking discussion.
Past Events:
BOB KRAKOWER
in conversation with Studio Head Scott Freeman
Bob Krakower is one of the most renowned acting teachers in the country, and is equally esteemed for his coaching.
Bob and Scott Freeman have been good friends since they met in their first year of graduate acting school. That was several decades ago, so they have a lot to talk about: what was then and what is now.
AMY RYAN
in conversation with TFS Faculty Member Andrew Polk
Amy Ryan & Andrew Polk have know each other professionally and personally since they met as teenagers on their first professional acting job and they have been colleagues and friends ever since.
Each has successfully balanced a career in theatre, film and television. They have much to share about what was then and what is now. Come join us for what is sure to prove an invigorating and joyous chat about acting and the actor’s life!
REED BIRNEY
in conversation with Studio Head Scott Freeman
For the past fifteen years, when Reed Birney isn't on Broadway or shooting a television show in town, or when he isn't flying off to shoot a film, he teaches at The Freeman Studio.
Reed and Studio Head, Scott Freeman first met in regional theatre thirty years ago. Join them in conversation about Acting: past, present and future !
YOU ARE THE FRANCHISE
Marketing Yourself in a Way that Feels True to Your Product...YOU!
w/ Hannah Shealy
-- You are a Creative Artist.
-- You are also a Small Business Owner and the Product is You...your talent and your career.
-- You need to Find Someone to Buy What You're Selling, but it can feel overwhelming and scary to navigate the business side of the industry
-- You want to learn how to Market Your Product and find your target buyers to Achieve Your Goals.
ADAM RAPP
in conversation with Studio Head Scott Freeman
ADAM RAPP is an "actor's writer" and has been a friend of the studio for many years, including a workshop he taught featuring his plays.
He and Studio Head, Scott Freeman will talk about his writing for theatre, film and TV and how the actor affects that process.
It is guaranteed to be a lively and thought-provoking discussion.
SECRETS OF THE SELF-TAPE
w/ Jen Jacob & Cory Wang
Jen has been crushing the audition self-tape, leading to a lot of acting jobs lately. Her manager, Cory at Authentic Talent told us she’s the best self-taper they’ve ever seen.
Together they will demystify the process. All shall be revealed !!!
PUBLIC/PRIVATE:
"My Life with Joe Papp at The Public Theater"
w/ Gail Merrifield Papp
Gail Papp had a front row seat to the historic founding and creative influence of The Public Theater, as well as an important role in guiding writers and creative artists. Her book, the first memoir written about Joe Papp, Public/Private: My Life with Joe Papp at The Public Theater, takes the reader behind the scenes of her 26-year working and married relationship with Joseph Papp. It also chronicles the creation of Hair, A Chorus Line, The Normal Heart, and many others).
GRAD CURIOUS?
A panel discussion with Studio members who are recent MFA graduates of Yale, Juilliard and NYU
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Applying to Graduate School Acting Programs?
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Considering applying to Graduate School Acting Programs?
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Or just Grad-Curious?
Come hear a panel of members of the studio who are also recent graduates of the major programs in the NYC area speak about their experiences and offer information and advice.
Other Past Guests:
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WOMEN IN TV PANEL
Studio actors Clara Wong, Margot Bingham & Christine Evangelista, moderated by actor, writer and studio member, Nana Mensah.
BOB KRAKOWER
Renowned on-camera teacher and coach in conversation with Studio Head, Scott Freeman.
ADAM RAPP
Playwright, screen writer & producer in conversation with Scott Freeman.
