use BODY intelligence
Sharpen INSTINCTS
FIND FREEDOM
BOOK JOBS
DO BRAVE WORK.
SOMATIC Acting Training
Somatic Acting Training unlocks magnetic, fully embodied performances.
It removes the false separation between an actor’s mind and body.
It unifies the study of acting, voice, and movement into one cohesive process because a character’s thoughts, words and actions are intertwined.
It invites actors into their instincts, builds confidence, and unleashes artistry so that actors book jobs and excel.
Students work on Broadway and in tv and film, and get into the nation’s top BFA and MFA programs.
EH STUDIO IS Founded by Director
& Somatic Acting Coach Ellie Heyman.
Ellie closes the gap between training and real world application. She has directed and/or coached countless incredible actors including:
Glenn Close, John Cameron Mitchell, Paul Dano, Linda Emond, Nikki James, Laura Linney, Vella Lovell, Sara Lindsey, Patti Lupone, Larry Owens, Andrew Rannells, Jessica Roth, Tim Robbins, Lois Smith, Brian Tyree Henry, Brandon Uranowitz, and more.
Tap into Body Intelligence Now:
Impulse Lab
A 2-Day workshop of somatic acting training and direct application of training to your current or dream work.
Imagine what you could do with a reliable connection to your gut instincts and full emotional range, even in stressful circumstances like auditions and high-pressure sets?
The Lab taps into how mind and body actually work, as an interconnected system of primal intelligence. We literally get you “out of your head” and into the rich world of body processing through a combination of Michael Chekhov, Meisner, Fitzmaurice and other body-based tools.
It’s shocking how quickly actors come alive when they know how to viscerally tap into their imagination.
You body is a doorway to freedom and release.
Camera in the room for on-camera work.
LAB Format:
Day 1: TRAINING
Training Days are about growth.
Actors learn body-based techniques to release inhibitions, expand emotional and imaginative range, and metabolize text using body intelligence.
The techniques include Michael Chekhov, Meisner, aspects of Fitzmaurice Voice Work, and a range of other somatic practices.
Ellie crafts each day to serve the needs of who is in the room. Those who are new to the work learn the basics. Actors in on-going somatic training learn new tools and refine their craft.
Similarly to how athletes train, each actor works at their personal edge.
Day 2: working
Working Days are hybrid between private coaching and a somatic acting class.*
Actors directly apply body-based techniques to current work such as:
A real side for an upcoming audition
A dream scene you’d love to do (on-going students bring in scenes with partners)
A role in a film you’re about to shoot*
Making a self-tape, or specific challenge you’re encountering
*For On Camera Work, we use a camera is in the room.
Upcoming days:
december: 12 & 13
11am-5pm
FAQ:
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The format of monthly workshops is designed to work with the crazy schedules of working actors. Some actors attend intermittently for support with a specific role, others attend monthly as an on-going acting class.
The process of training and direct application gives you the tools you need to live up to your creative ambition.
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YES! It’s important actors receive one-on-one attention.
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1 Lab: $155 (Early Bird Discount), $205 Regular Rate
3 Labs: $405 (Early Bird Discount), $445 Regular Rate
Labs are priced to be affordable to artists.
For the cost of what many audition coaches and voice teachers charge for one hour of time, actors are experience deep training and work on material over 2 days.
Some Work Study and Payment Plans are available. Reach out if needed.
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Yup! Do to small class size, if you want to join, sign up as soon as possible.
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The work is hugely transformational. Check out "What People Are Saying."
What people are saying
