Details

Session: Winter 2027
Chapter:  Lafayette
Location:  CYT Lafayette Hub
Time:  6:15pm - 8:15pm
Day:  Tuesday
Starts:  11/03
Ages:  13 - 18
Tuition:  $215.00

Description

This advanced acting class challenges experienced performers to take their craft to the next level through focused monologue technique, advanced scene study, and in-depth character work. Students will move beyond the basics of acting to explore the choices, preparation, and techniques that create compelling, authentic performances.

With an emphasis on character development, emotional authenticity, text analysis, objectives, relationships, and stage presence, students will learn how to break down a script, make strong character choices, connect authentically with scene partners, and use voice, movement, and physicality to tell a story.
Designed for experienced performers, this class will help students:
  • Strengthen monologue selection, preparation, and performance technique
  • Develop deeper character analysis and emotional authenticity
  • Explore objectives, tactics, relationships, and subtext within a scene
  • Refine vocal, physical, and emotional choices for the stage
  • Build confidence, focus, and connection with scene partners
  • Develop a more nuanced and compelling acting style
Through challenging material and detailed feedback, students will gain the tools and confidence to approach auditions, monologues, and advanced scene work with greater preparation, intention, and artistry.
Prerequisite: Students must have taken at least one musical theater class to be eligible for this class.
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Teacher:


Alicia Chaisson

Alicia Chaisson is a theatre director, playwright, actor, and collaborator. She is a Talented Theatre teacher for Lafayette Parish. She received a 2019 ArtSpark grant for her original play Our Place in Space. She earned her BFA at New York University, Tisch School of the Arts, Playwrights Horizons Theatre studio with a concentration in Creating Original Work. From 2008-2011, She was an active ensemble member of the New York Neo-Futurists. She wrote, directed, and performed in their signature show then titled, Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind. Since moving to Lafayette, Louisiana in 2011, Alicia has directed, consulted, acted, or performed in over 30 productions at the professional, university, and community level, including CYT Central's "Descendants" (Fall 2024) and "Little Mermaid Jr" (Spring 2025).

Location Notes:

Pull around to the back of the building and enter at the door nearest the handicapped parking. 

Location:

1319 West Pinhook Rd, Lafayette, LA 70503