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Economist Turned Meisner Actor
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Many actors who are looking for an Acting School New York NY chose the the Maggie Flanigan Studio and the Meisner based acting programs that it provides. Emily Dodson talks about realizing that although she had been taking classes at other acting studios, she still did not know how to act.
The Economist Turned Actor – Emily Dodson Interview
Acting School New York NY – Maggie Flanigan Studio – Emily Dodson – (917) 794-3878
Q: Emily, what did you think it meant to train as an actor before you started the acting programs at Maggie Flanigan Studio?
A: I would say what I thought it meant to train as an actor was, someone would give you a script and tell you, “Okay, go and read this script as a character.” I honestly, I don’t even know what I thought it meant. I was, “This is not what I thought it was at all.”
Q: Well, now that you finished the first year of the acting program, what do you think it means to train as an actor?
A: I think training as an actor now means working on your craft, and learning that acting is an art, and it is something that you have to work at consistently. It’s something that’s always changing and something that you can still do better at. I think that’s what it is for me, really working on your craft and learning how to make something personal to you.
Q: Can you talk a little bit about your background in acting?
A: I have an economics degree — nothing to do with acting at all. I went to Pace University and got a BA in economics. While I was there, I had some free electives. Pace is a great performing arts program, 4and I took an acting class there with the head of the program. It was a fantastic class; it was my favorite class by far that I took in college at all. I was the only one that I was willing to get up at 9:00 AM to go to. After taking that class, I graduated immediately after that, and I was like, “You know what, I don’t want to be an economist. I don’t care what rich people do with their money.”
I was like, “I’m going to be an actor. I’m just going to do it.’ I went and looked at different studios, and I studied a few different places, and I couldn’t get the feeling that I got when I was in that first class. I was like, “You know what, I’ve been doing this for a year, and I still don’t know how to act. I don’t know how to read a script. I don’t know anything. Why I’ve been doing this for a year, and I know nothing?” That’s when I found Maggie, and I was like, I wanted to go to a conservatory, and I googled New York City conservatories.
I was googling this while I was waiting to go and do another class at a place that I learned nothing at, in the lobby. Maggie didn’t immediately come up. I found Maggie while reading an article about acting conservatories in New York, and Maggie came up on the list. Then I googled Maggie Flanigan Studio and then literally on the website it says precisely what I wanted, like, “Are you tired of taking a hodgepodge of classes and still don’t know how to act?” and I’m like, “Wow, this is so right.” Then I set up an interview with Charlie the next day. That’s how I found Maggie.
Q: Is this your first time studying the Meisner technique?
A: This is my first time studying the Meisner technique. I didn’t even know Meisner existed before this.
Acting School New York NY – Maggie Flanigan Studio
Acting School New York NY – Maggie Flanigan Studio
Learn more about why many students chose the Maggie Flanigan Studio (https://www.maggieflaniganstudio.com/) when they are looking for an acting school New York NY. Students who have questions about the acting program and acting classes at the studio should call (917) 794-3878.
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“Maggie taught me that I could control my work, my acting, and to throw all of the bullshit out that I had in my head about ‘what I should be doing’ and to just listen and respond honestly, in the moment. She gave me a craft. She is, quite simply put, THE BEST.”
“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.”
“Maggie Flanigan is uncompromising, her instincts as a teacher are razor sharp. She doesn’t miss a beat”
“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.”
