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The Defining Moment for Every Actor
Charlie Sandlan is the executive director and head of acting at the Maggie Flanigan Studio. In this blog post, Charlie describes the moment of realization that defines every actor.
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The Defining Moment of Realization for Every Actor
At some point in an actor’s life, there comes a defining moment. If you are really serious about pursuing a professional career, you probably came to New York looking for acting classes in NYC and felt overwhelmed by what to do. So over the first few years in the city, you cobble together a hodge-podge of classes: scene study, improv, on-camera, monologue workshops. You even spend money going to the various studio’s that charge you to take classes with casting director’s and agents who offer their two-cents on your acting. Jumping from teacher to teacher, often finding yourself frustrated and even unsure of what you are actually learning. You spend thousands of dollars in the process. And then you discover something. You’ve taken all of these classes and realize you still don’t know how to act. You realize that you don’t have a craft or technique that actually provides a consistent way of working. A process, and a developed instrument that allows you to walk into any room, grab a script, and create organic, fully realized human behavior consistently. A majority of the prospective students I interview for my studio fit this description.
So the defining moment arrives. “I think I need to get seriously trained.” And so you begin your search looking for a highly respected acting program that can provide you with a way of working that can actually support a long career. Martha Graham, the mother of modern dance has a famous quote, “Technique will set you free.” This applies to any art form. When you have one, then your talent and instincts can fully come to the surface. The fundamentals of acting cannot be learned in a scene study class, an improv class, or an on-camera class. The benefits of an immersive conservatory approach to acting, one that focuses not just on the craft, but also trains you in movement, voice, theater history, film history, and script analysis will turn you into a well rounded seriously trained actor.
The ability to craft simply and personally, to listen intently, surprised in every moment, spontaneous, free, and alive must be developed with hard work. A technique is necessary to make this possible, and ultimately, you must be willing to commit the time and money to do it. A long-lasting career, one that excels into your sixties and seventies must be built on a solid foundation of craft and skill. It takes incredibly hard work and commitment. It requires you to have a vision of the type of actor you want to be, and the passion and drive to see that to fulfillment.
If you are wondering about how to begin pursuing your passion and love for acting, it’s important to realize that a resume filled with a list of four and six-week classes does not add up to serious fundamental training. Master the art form first with a two-year professional acting program. Then when you grab a script and walk into an audition room, you’ll really know what to do.
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Professional Acting Programs and Acting Classes for Serious Actors
Learn more about the acting programs and professional actor training at the Maggie Flanigan Studio by visiting the studio website ( https://www.maggieflaniganstudio.com/ ). Actors who are interested in applying to the two-year acting program should schedule their interview by calling the studio at (917) 794-3878.
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“I was placed in the intense reigns of Charlie Sandlan. I became a better artist, actor, friend, sibling and daughter because of the studio. Even now, I crave the studio every day. What I learned is present in my work every day. I truly believe in everything they stand for.”
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“Maggie Flanigan taught me the true meaning of artistry, passion, and professionalism. I am certain that I continue to work as an actress because of my training with Maggie. At every audition and every performance, her guiding voice is with me. It is a gift beyond measure.”
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“Maggie Flanigan has been one of the most important people in my artistic life. I want to work with Maggie trained actors. As an actor myself, she is my first source. I do not say this lightly, if you are serious about acting, and willing to work very hard, then go to Maggie.”
“Maggie helped me find my sense of truth, an actors greatest asset. Maggie is an expert at instilling that vital ingredient, which allows an actor’s potential to become limitless. My work will forever be rooted in the clarity and honesty she helped me develop.”
“After working for ten years, I did the 2 year program, and now feel that I have the tools I need to become the actor I’ve always dreamed of being. Maggie Flanigan instilled in me a clear sense of truth and a standard of perfection. I am a better actor because of this studio.”
“As an actor, the core of what you have to rely on is your sense of truth and humanity. Maggie allowed me to discover and embrace mine. Trusting my sense of humanity and truth has given me the ability to take risks in my work and my career decisions.”
“Maggie Flanigan has the unique ability to get an actor to the essence of what is true in a moment. She creates a safe and caring environment in which to work.”
“Maggie Flanigan introduced me to my own spirit and my own sense of Truth. Her passion for teaching and ability to communicate are rare gifts to any actor looking for a technique to set his or her talent free. Maggie’s voice has been the one constant guide in my career.”