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8/8/2019 1week Acting
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100 East 17th Street
New York, NY 10003
Tel: 212-674-4300
Fax: 212-477-1414
Email: [email protected]
www.nyfa.edu
NEW YORK FILM ACADEMY
ACTING
FORFILM
ONE-WE
EKWORKSH
OP
STUDENT HANDBOOK
September
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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
ACTING FOR FILM
Students learn the basics of film acting: calibrating performances based upon shot size and angle,
hitting marks, emotional and physical continuity, and strength and imagination in acting choices.
Students are assigned scenes from produced screenplays, which are then shot with a crew andedited together. In addition, students learn to perform a number of film crew positions, to broaden
their knowledge of the duties of everyone on a professional fi lm set.
SCENE STUDY
Working on scenes from published plays and screenplays is allows actors to learn all of the basic
concepts of approaching a scene: defining objectives, breaking the scene down into beats,
understanding the arc, pursuing your objective, playing actions, and working to overcome
obstacles. This class provides the most basic technique for understanding acting, therefore it
starts at a most basic level, usually with silent scenes or short dialogue scenes. Once the
foundation is in place, longer dramatic or comedic scenes are explored.
VOICE/MOVEMENT
An actors body is his or her only instrument, therefore it must be tuned to perform expertly
whenever and however needed. Movement classes, in addition to expanding body flexibility and
developing the actors ability to relax and tense when needed, will also focus on breaking down
inhibitions, building ensemble spirit, and providing the necessary tools to bring physical dimension
to all of their roles.
Additionally, a primary tool for the actor is the expressive and free voice. Therefore, voices must be
trained to be heard (through volume adjustments), understood (through articulation) and also felt
(through expression). Students gain insight into the power of how to nurture and control their voices by
exercising various resonators and muscles, enabling them to release emotional impulses. In addition to
breath work, classes focus on singing, relaxation, phrasing, and posture as a way of nurturing the actors
instrument. Using text, students learn to identify key words and learn how to link intention with the voice
and speak clearly and powerfully through the end of a line.
IMPROVISATION
The ability to improvise can never be underestimated when it comes to acting, especially on
camera where there is usually very li ttle rehearsal. Whether in comedy or drama, actors improvise
well when they are fully engaged, listening to their partners, and releasing their inhibitions about
failing. Through games and exercises, students learn how to let their imaginations run wild, how
to play well with others, and how to l ive in the momentfree from anticipating or planning what
to do next.
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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
ACTING TECHNIQUE
Acting teachers throughout the ages have developed many different techniques for teaching the
craft to aspiring actors. Since actors oftentimes are required to draw from their many facets of
their training to meet the demands of a role or a director, this acting class teaches a range of
techniques so that actors can be best prepared for any role they are given to play.
FILM CRAFT
Acting students rarely have the opportunity to immerse themselves in other aspects of
filmmaking. However, we feel it is crucial that an actor develops strong collaborative skills by
gaining a working knowledge of the film medium and how each member of a film crew contributes
to making an actors performance shine. Therefore we provide all of our students with master
classes taught by the NYFA Filmmaking faculty who give a broad outline of the mechanics,
language, and production of film.
AUDITION TECHNIQUE
Acting is as much of a business as it is a craft. In addition to training, successful actors must
develop strong marketing skills in order to build a career. These classes focus on such topics as
feeling comfortable at cold readings, preparing a resume, choosing a headshot photographer, and
developing a career strategy. Additionally, actors wi ll have the opportunity to get live auditioning
experience both in class and during an open casting call with directors from the NYFA Filmmaking
program.
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ACTING PROGRAM GUIDELINES
ALCOHOL AND DRUG POLICY
The consumption of alcohol and/or drugs beforeor during any classes, rehearsals, shoots, or liveperformances is strictly prohibited and grounds for
disciplinary action, possible leading to expulsion.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
When you are late to or absent from a class, youcause serious disruption to your instructorslesson as well as your classmates progress.NYFA has a strict Attendance Policy, which isdistributed to you during your Orientation Session.Please note that you are required to read and tosign a disclosure form stating that you fullyunderstand and will comply with the NYFA
Attendance Policy. If you did not receive a copy ofthis policy, please ask for one.
CASTING/CONSULTATION BOARD
The casting board is for casting notices, generalannouncements, notifications of performancesor screenings, and Production WorkshopCasting announcements. It can also be usedto post information for fellow students orinstructors. It is your responsibility to check thecasting board regularly for any new information.We have a 2 casting boards that will displaythese casting notices (one near the elevatorsand the other outside of room #210 in SoHo).The consultation board will list all consultationsscheduled for that day and the correspondingroom assignments.
CELL PHONESAll cell phones must be turned off before enteringa class, screening or live performance. You areprohibited from sending or retrieving calls, voicemail, or text messages while a class, screening or
live performance is in progress. Use of portablemusic devices and notebook computers are alsoprohibited at these times.
CLASSROOM CONDITION
Classrooms must be left in as good or better conditionthan they were found. Chairs and tables must bereturned to their original location and all garbagemust be picked up and thrown away.
CHANGES OF SCHEDULE AND/OR
CLASSROOM ASSIGNMENT
Due to our rigorous class schedule, the numberof students enrolled, and the professional working
nature of our instructors, it is often necessary tochange class schedules or room assignments.Schedule changes will be noted on the schedulemonitors and every effort will be made to informthe class in person well in advance. It is yourresponsibility to check the monitors before everyclass to locate the correct class time and roomassignment.
CODE OF CONDUCT
It is imperative that you adhere to the StudentCode of Conduct, which is distributed to youduring your Orientation Session. Please note thatyou are required to read and to sign a disclosureform stating that you fully understand and willcomply with the Student Code of Conduct.
CONSULTATIONS
All Acting for Film students are given severalconsultation cards. You may use these to obtaina private one-hour consultation with any of yourinstructors. It is your responsibility to make anappointment with the instructor and then at the
consultation itself, you must give the instructor aconsultation card. If you do not show up for ascheduled appointment, you will automaticallylose that hour of consultation. If additionalconsultation cards are requested this can bearranged by asking the front desk.
DOWNLOADING ACTING FOOTAGE
FROM SERVER
All NYFA acting students will have access to theiredited lm projects on the NYFA server which canbe reached at the following URL address:http://student.nyfa.com. You will need to haveyour section ID and password on hand to accessthe footage. From here you can download yourwork and save it to your computer, a secondary harddrive or memory stick and burn it to a DVD. Pleaserefer to the accompanying A Guide to DownloadingActing Footage from the NYFA Server and Burninga DVD. Please note that all other raw footage ofclass work will be available for you upon requestfrom the SoHo Equipment Room.
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ACTING PROGRAM GUIDELINES
FOOD AND DRINK
Aside from bottled water, there is no food or drink
allowed in any classroom.
FURNITURE
There is a limited supply of rehearsal furnitureand props that can be checked out before classfrom the Equipment Room in SoHo. We ask thatthe furniture remain in the classroom in whichit is originally found. If you need to move thefurniture to another room, please be sure to returnit when you are nished.
We also have several black furniture boxes for
your use during live performances in the UnionSquare Screening Room.
Please take very good care of the furniture andprops. The loss and/or destruction of props andfurniture impact all of the other classes.
GRADING
You will receive a copy of the NYFA Grading Rubricwith your Orientation materials. The individualGrading Procedure of each instructor will behanded to you at the start of his/her rst class.
LATENESS
Since discipline is one of the most important partsof being a professional actor, we enforce a strictlateness (tardiness) policy that involves lockingthe door 8 minutes after a class has begun. A latestudent must then wait until the instructor givesthe class a break before he/she will be admittedinto the class.
LOCATIONS
All classes held in the Acting for Film Programwill be primarily held at the Soho location, 568Broadway. Depending upon space requirements,classes may be held at an alternate location fromwhere you usually study with advance notice.
FACILITIES
The Acting for Film Program may have classes inany of the NYFA facilities:
SOHO (ACTING DEPT HQ)568 Broadway (Prince St. and Broadway), 2nd Fl
UNION SQUARE (NYFA HQ)100 East 17th St
COOPER UNION51 Astor Place (8th St., East of Lafayette)
MAKE UP CLASSES
In the event that a class is cancelled, everyattempt will be made to schedule a make upclass with the instructor. Due to time constraintsin the acting schedules, make up classes may
have to be scheduled on a day of the week onwhich you normally wouldnt have classes. Everyeffort will be made to inform you of a make upclass as soon as it is scheduled.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS
If you have any pre-existing medical or physicalconditions that may affect your work in class or maycause you to miss a class entirely, please informboth the NYFA Acting Program Administrationand your instructor(s) as soon as possible.
NYFA FILMMAKERSWe encourage all of the Acting students toparticipate in lms being made by students in theNYFA Filmmaking Programs, however you are notallowed to miss, be late, or leave early from a classto do so.
OUTSIDE PROJECTS
If an instructor or staff member recommends you fora project outside of the NYFA curriculum, you mustinform the NYFA Acting Administration beforebeginning work on the project.
PERSONAL BELONGINGS
Do not leave any of your personal belongingsunattended at any time. NYFA is not responsiblefor the loss or theft of your personal belongings.Please note the Soho building is accessible to thepublic and therefore your belongings are at risk if leftunattended even in the classrooms.
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ACTING PROGRAM GUIDELINES
PHONE NUMBERS
The phone number for the NYFA Soho location is212-966-3488. The phone number for the NYFAUnion Square location is 212-674-4300.
PROGRESS REPORTS
All acting students will receive a progress report at
the midterm and end of each semester.
REHEARSALS
Understanding the importance of rehearsal and
preparation is one of the rst steps to becoming a
professional actor. If you repeatedly fail to meet
for scheduled rehearsals with instructors and/or
partners, disciplinary action may result.
REHEARSAL ROOMS
Rehearsal rooms are available at both of the
NYFA locations, Soho and Union Square. If you
would like to schedule a room for a rehearsal,
please call the Soho location at 212-966-3488 or
the Union Square location at 212-674-4300.
REMOVAL FROM FILM SHOOTS AND/OR
LIVE PERFORMANCESSince we aim to provide you with as professional
an experience as possible, in return we expect
you to act as professional actors. If, in your
classes, rehearsals, or shoots, you exhibit a
discipline problem, a lack of respect for your
instructors, fellow actors, student lmmakers, or
the work being done, or if you are continuously
unprepared to work, and/or violate the StudentCode of Conduct in any way, it is your instructors
prerogative to immediately remove you from said
class, rehearsal, or shoot.
SCHEDULE MONITORSThere are schedule monitors in SoHo and Union
Square. On these monitors you will nd your daily
class schedule with specic room assignments.
It is your responsibility to check the schedule
monitor (and a good idea to check it repeatedly
during the day as room assignments are subject
to change) and to note any changes.
SCHEDULES
Any changes to your schedule will be noted on theschedule board and, whenever possible,
announced to your class in person by a member
of the NYFA Acting Administration.
SMOKING
It is against the law to smoke inside a building in
New York City, and it is punishable by a $5,000
ne. You are also prohibited to light cigarettes as
part of your scene work.
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PERFORMING ARTS LIBRARY/BOOKSTORES
The New York Public Library for thePerforming Arts40 Lincoln Center PlazaTel: 212-870-1630
1st Floor: Videos, DVDs, Accent Tapes2nd Floor: Reference Desk, Books, Periodicals,Play Index, Clippings
The drama collection encompasses all aspectsof the performing arts that are not strictly musicor dance. In drama we carry available publishedplays and screenplays in English. We also have
an extensive collection of film and dramaticcriticism and history. The collection includesmuch material on lm and theater production.Every aspect of acting, directing, playwriting,screenwriting, set design, costume, makeup, etc.is covered. Other subjects represented includetelevision and radio broadcasting, magic,puppetry and the circus.
The vertical les contain clippings about personsin theater and lm, reviews of plays and lms, andgeneral subjects in the same areas as our bookcollection. Important periodicals in our elds, plus
trade papers such as Variety and Backstage arecarried.
The Play Index, housed in a freestanding catalogin the Drama section, directs users to plays thathave been published in collections, anthologies orperiodicals which are held in the Steinberg Room.To nd plays published individually in book formthroughout the branch system, users shouldconsult LEO.
Drama Book Shop250 West 40th St. (bet. 7th & 8th Avenues)
Tel: 212-944-0595
Your instructors wil l be requiring and suggestingbooks for you to read to supplement your NYFAclass work. The best bookstore in New York Cityfor plays, scripts, screenplays and books aboutacting and lm is the Drama Book Shop, locatedat 250 West 40th Street, between 7th and 8thAvenues. The phone number is 212-944-0595and the website is www.dramabookshop.com
Shakespeare & Co. Booksellers
716 Broadway @ Washington Place
Tel: 212-529-1330
This is another excellent bookshop that is located
very close to both NYFA campuses just blocks
north of the SOHO location and blocks south of
the Union Square location along Broadway close
to 8th Street. Walk downstairs one level for a
large selection of plays and related books.
BUYING DISCOUNTED TICKETS
NYC is one of the theatrical centers of the world
and there are ways to nd tickets at affordable
prices. Playbill.com and Theatremania.com are
two online sites that offer discounted Broadway
and Off Broadway tickets with a required free
membership. For both sites, you can choose to
sign up for email newsletters that often include
new codes and special offers.
You can also visit www.broadwaybox.com for
listings of discount codes distributed by the show
producers. Tip: When using coupon codes, thebest bargain is always at the theatres box ofce.
When purchasing tickets either online or over
the phone, service charges usually apply.
Broadway rush tickets are sometimes available
at the theatre box ofce an hour or two before
the production starts. Rush tickets are available
when the producers decide to offer them. Its
often not advertised so you may not know until
you check at the box ofce on the day of theperformance. Rush tickets are normally about
$20-25 each. A student ID will be required to
purchase tickets (often one student ID will permit
the purchase of two tickets). Many times the
box ofces will only accept cash as payment for
rush and standing room only tickets so arrive at
the box ofce prepared.
ACTING PROGRAM GUIDELINES
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RESOURCES FOR THE NEW YORK ACTOR
TKTS Ticket Booths -Like student rush and
standing room only policies, the TKTS ticket
booths are a resource you can use to purchasediscount tickets on the day of the performance
you want to see. (There are some exceptions for
weekend matinees.)
Established in 1973 for the betterment of theatres
and theatregoers alike, TKTS sells unsold tickets
on the day of performance for many Broadway
shows for 25-50% off the box ofce price plus a
$3.00 service charge per ticket.
For example, if the price of a ticket for an orchestra
seat to Beauty and the Beast is normally $95.00,
the price at the ticket booth might be 50% off - or
$47.50 - plus a $3 service charge.
The newly renovated TKTS booth is located in
Duffy Square, the center island of 47th Street
between Broadway and 7th Avenue for TKTS.
The electronic signs in front display what shows
are available for that day.
The hours for the Times Square TKTS booth are
as follows:
Monday to Saturdayfor evening tickets -
3:00pm to 8:00pm
Wednesday & Saturday for matinee tickets -
10:00am to 2:00pm
Sundayfor matinee and evening tickets - 11:00am
to 7:30pm
There is a lesser-known TKTS location in the
Lower Manhattan Theatre Centre at the South
Street Seaport (the corner of Front and John
Streets, the rear of the Resnick/Prudential
Building at 199 Water Street).
The hours for the South Street Seaport boothare as follows:
Monday to Saturday for matinee and eveningtickets - 11:00am to 6:00pm*
*You must buy matinee tickets the day before atthe Seaport branch. For example, Wednesdaymatinees are sold Tuesday (only at this location).
Tip: As both TKTS booths draw from the samepool of tickets, consider using the downtown loca-tion that usually draws less if a crowd.
For more information on TKTS including a list ofrecently offered shows and answers to some fre-quently asked questions, visit the TDF website atwww.tdf.org.
PLEASE NOTE: TKTS only accepts cash ortravelers checks!
OTHER NEW YORK PERFORMANCE
VENUES
New York is the home to the worlds most famous,progressive, and cutting edge theatres in thecountry. There is nothing better to do while studyingthe craft of acting than to watch professionals doit live before your eyes in many different typesand styles of productions. Going to the theatrewill open your mind to the vast possibilities availableto you as a performer and, ultimately, make youa better stage and lm actor. Below is a list ofplaces to begin this journey. Most of thesetheatres will offer discounted student rush tickets,so show up early as ask at the box ofce.
Roundabout Theatre Company is perhapsAmericas leading not-for-prot theatre companythat operates three beautiful theatres, two of themon-Broadway (American Airlines Theatre and therevamped Studio 54) and one Off-Broadway(Laura Pels theatre).www.roundabouttheatre.org
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Manhattan Theatre Club is one of the countrys
most acclaimed theatre organizations committed
to bringing theatre to the widest possible audienceproducing work Off-Broadway and on Broadway.
www.mtc-nyc.org
Lincoln Center Theatre has been named the
pre-eminent theater in the country (New York
Times). Indeed, through tours, telecasts, lms,
publications, recordings and this website, the or-
ganization reaches audiences across the nation
and around the world. $20 student seats are
available for some shows in advance.
http://www.lct.org/studentix/
Atlantic Theatre Company is an Off-Broadway
theater that produces great plays simply and
truthfully utilizing an artistic ensemble. Founded
in 1985 by David Mamet and William H. Macy,
Atlantic believes that the story of a play and the
intent of its playwright are at the core of the
creative process.
www.atlantictheater.org
Playwrights Horizons is a writers theater
dedicated to the support and development of
contemporary American playwrights, composers
and lyricists, and to the production of their new
work. It is a leading Off-Broadway company.
www.playwrightshorizons.org
2econd Stage Theatre is a leading not-for-prot
Off-Broadway theatre company that produces
a d iverse range o f p remieres and new
in te rp re ta tions of Americas best contemporary
theatre.
www.2st.com
St Anns Warehouse is one of New York Citysmost compelling live performance destinations.Through its signature multi-artist concerts andground-breaking music and theater collaborations,St. Anns continues to celebrate the panoramictraditions of American and world cultures, withforays into contemporary forms including newcommissions and multi-disciplinary theatricalpresentations.www.stannswarehouse.org
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is theworlds leading performing arts center comprisedof 12 resident organizations including the Film
Society of Lincoln Center, Lincoln Center Theatre,The Philharmonic, New York City Opera, theMetropolitan Opera and the New York City Ballet.www.lincolncenter.org
The Brooklyn Academy of Music
BAM has a Student Rush policy: present a validstudent ID and proof of age (25 and under) dayof show for up to two tickets to movies orperformances. Subject to availability.www.BAM.org
Film Forum
The Film Forum presents two distinct,complementary lm programs NYC theatrical
premieres of American independents and foreignart lms.
www.lmforum.org
NY City Opera
City Operas Half Price Ticket Program offers anyavailable seats to students at half price one weekprior to the performance. Student Rush offers alimited number of $16 tickets based on availability.www.nycopera.org
NY Philharmonic
Students can purchase $12 rush tickets for se-lect concerts up to 10 days before the concert atnyphil.org/studentrush.www.nyphil.org
RESOURCES FOR THE NEW YORK ACTOR
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RESOURCES FOR THE NEW YORK ACTOR
PUBLICATIONS AND WEB SITES
Time Out New YorkThe print edition is available at most kiosks
and newsstands. This publication offers great
content on how to live affordably in New York
and contains a comprehensive listing of Off-Off
Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Broadway shows
as well as other entertainment alternatives in the
city.
www.timeout.com/newyork
Back Stage New YorkFor 45 years this weekly newspaper has been
the actors most trusted resource offering
performing arts and casting information. A new
edition is distributed every Thursday.
www.backstage.com
Variety
Recognized and respected through out the
world of show business, Variety is the premier
source of entertainment news. Since 1905, the
most influential leaders in the industry have
turned to Variety for timely, credible and straight
forward news and analysis - information vital to
their professions.
www.variety.com
The Internet Movie Database
The Internet Movie Database (IMDb) is a HUGE
collection of movie information from who was in
it, to who made it, to trivia about it, to filming
locations, and even where you can find reviews
and fan sites on the web.
www.IMDb.com
Actors Access
A subscription-based site run by Breakdown
Services, the industry casting standard, thatallows you to upload and manage photos,
resume, and profile when registering so that
you can submit electronically for projects.
www.actorsaccess.com
American Theatre Wing
Dedicated to celebrating excellence and
supporting education in the theatre, The
American Theatre Wing has been an integral
and influential part of the theatrical community
for the better part of seven decades as the
organization behind the Tony Awards. Adapting
its activities for each successive theatrical
generation, ATW focuses today on programs
and activities which help students, audiences
and members of the theatrical community itself
to learn more about what makes theatre tick
from the people who make it so vital.
www.americantheatrewing.org
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SUBWAY MAP
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GRADING
Grading of Daily Preparation and Participation at the New York Film Academy
You will be assigned a grade on your preparation for and participation in your NYFA course. As this
is an Acting for Film course, we would like to stress that we grade on the students attempt to apply
instruction and the effort they employ, not on performance.
The grading scale is as follows:
Excellent (A to A-)
Contributes regularly and enthusiastically to every class
Comes to class with all assigned text work prepared and memorized on time
Comes to class with all other assignments completed on time
Always has a copy of the text currently being worked on
States ideas clearly
Supports opinions with specic evidence from the text or elsewhere
Renes own ideas
Takes the lead in engaging others in discussion
Moves class discussions forward, while giving others room to speak
Follows up on others ideas
Rephrases accurately what others say
Asks genuine questions
Pays attention all of the time
Good (B+ to B-)
Contributes to nearly all class discussions without dominating them
Comes to class with all assigned text work prepared and memorized on time
Comes to class with all other assignments completed on time
Always has a copy of the text currently being worked on
States ideas clearly
Supports opinions with specic evidence from the text or elsewhere
Rephrases accurately what others say
Engages others in dialogue
Maintains an active presence in the classroom at all times
Average (C+ to C-) Listens attentively to others, but only sporadically contributes to class discussions
Does not always have all lines memorized on time
Does not always have assignments completed on time
Does not always support ideas and opinions with evidence from the text
Has little follow up or renement of ideas
Engages others in discussion only to some extent
Does not always pay full attention in class
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GRADING
Poor (D+ to D-)
Contributes very little, if at all, to class discussions
Frequently unprepared
Exhibits limited control of the material being performed or under discussion
Is a distraction to the work of the class or the progress of others
Rarely pays full attention in class
Speaks only when called
Failing (F)
Does not contribute to class discussions
Unprepared for class
Offers unproductive comments
Does not exhibit control of the material being performed or under discussion
Does not ask genuine, subject-related questions
Speaks completely out of turn
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RECOMMENDED READING LIST
An Actor Prepares... Konstantin Stanislavsky
The Actors Workbook Valorie Hubbard and Lea Tolub Brandenburg
Building a Character... Konstantin Stanislavsky
The Complete Stanislavsky... by Bella Merlin
Sanford Meisner On Acting... Sandford Meisner
Making Movies... Sidney Lumet
Acting in Film... Michael Caine
Freeing the Natural Voice... Kristen Linklater
The Right to Speak... Patsy Rodenburg
Playing Shakespeare... John Barton
Clues to Acting Shakespeare... Wesley Van Tassel
A Practical Handbook for the Actor... Melissa Bruder, etc.
Spoon River Anthology... Edgar Lee Masters
Speak with Distinction... Edith Skinner
Actions: The Actors Thesaurus Marina Caldarone and Maggie Lloyd-WilliamsActing Professionally Robert Cohen
Audition Michael Shurtleff
On the Technique of Acting Michael Chekhov
Audition Freedom VP Boyle
Shakespeare for the 21st Century David Vando
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HOW TO DOWNLOAD SCENES FROM THE WEBSITE
1. Travel over to http://student.nyfa.com
2. When prompted, enter your given user name and password (check your schedulefor your sections username and password).
3. Begin the download. NOTE: If using NYFA computers, some have disableddownloading to the desktop and/ or documents folder. If this happens, merely select analternate folder to download to.
From here, youll need to complete two simple steps:
1. Import your footage into Final Cut Pro to convert it into a QuicktimeReference le and
2. burn a DVD of your work using either iDVD or DVD Studio Pro.
NOTE: You can drag your footage into iDVD if your footage is under 30 minutes long.However, it will create a menu which is not very customizable and often annoying. FinalCut Pro is recommended.
* FOOTAGE WILL REMAIN ON THE SERVER FOR 60 DAYS ONLY.
A GUIDE TO DOWNLOADING ACTING FOOTAGE
FROM THE NYFA SERVER AND BURNING A DVD
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HOW TO IMPORT INTO FINAL CUT PRO
1. There are several ways to do this. Either drag the icon of the .mov or .mp4 le intothe bin in FCP, or File>Import>Files>Wherever_your_le_is.mov
2. Once your desired le is in the bin, you might want to check the sequence settingsto make sure they are what you want. You can do this by control-clicking (right clicking)on the sequence and selecting the Settings tab. There you should see.
Make sure that your sequence is as shown.
3. Drag your clip into the timeline. You may need to render (select the clip, command +R).In fact, most likely you will. Yes. You will.
A GUIDE TO DOWNLOADING ACTING FOOTAGE
FROM THE NYFA SERVER AND BURNING A DVD
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NEXT STEP: EXPORT A QUICKTIME REFERENCE FILE
1. Ok, so you know you can use the home and end keys to travel to the beginning and endof your timeline, right? Make some in and out points (shortcut keys I and O, respectively)at the beginning and end of your clip.
2. Go to File> export> quicktime movie
On yours, though, it wont be gray. I promise.
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3. Look familiar? It should. Well not the le names and stuff. But overall. Anyway, justmake sure you uncheck make movie self-contained and keep the setting as currentsettings.
4. This might take a while Once it has nished, you will have a Quicktime ReferenceFile of your footage, which can be burned to a DVD to play in most DVD players. But to
do this, we have to use a different program. One more, I promise.
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IN iDVD or DVD STUDIO PRO
1. Ok, so you have a quicktime reference le of what you want to burn on DVD. If youreusing iDVD its real simple, just drag the icon into a menu you create and itll put it on there.Then click burn. If youre using DVD Studio Proand youre a snob.go to step 2.
2. This is where you should drag your quicktime reference le. Or click that import buttonand do it that way. Whatever oats your ice cream. Besides root beer. Anyway, once thatsdone, if you dont want a menu:
3. The outline tab is where you wantto go next. Here you want to click onUntitled_disc (or, if you named itbecause youre a snob[just kiddingI love you]) and go to the window on
the right:
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5. Burn your DVD! Youll need a blank DVD-R for this one.
4. See rst play?Click that drag down menu and select
Tracks and Stories > Track 1 > [Track].
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