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Loretta teaches ‘Actors Cross Training’ and Intensive Scene Study at Ben Ratner’s Haven Studio in Vancouver.
She formerly taught at the Port Stanley Festival Theatre and for Arts Express in Toronto. Loretta also coaches actors privately for auditions.
Ben Ratner says: “Loretta is uncompromisingly passionate about taking herself and the actors she works with to new heights. I am totally confident that anyone who studies with her will be well-prepared to take on the challenges of my scene study class and the realities of what's required to compete as a professional actor."
For info about Haven Studio and upcoming classes contact Penny at: benratneractingclass@gmail.com
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SCENE STUDY WITH LORETTA WALSH - TUESDAYS 6-10PMAT HAVEN STUDIO
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Contact Penny at benratneractingclass@gmail.com for more details
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ACTORS CROSS TRAINING WITH LORETTA WALSH - WEEKEND WORKSHOPS A FEW TIMES A YEAR
Actors' Cross-Training is an intense three-hour weekly workout for actors. You will be on your feet, participating for most of the class, pushing past technical and emotional boundaries. You will leave the class refreshed, invigorated, and ultimately more empowered and confident in your craft.
Designed for new students to Ben’s studio and for those existing students looking for an extra challenge, Actors' Cross-Training is a place where you can build your ‘acting muscles’ with exercises to develop voice, listening, physicality, imagination, personalization, and above all, fearless commitment to your instincts.
By strengthening your foundation, you'll feel authentically prepared to bring your true creativity to your next scene study class, audition, or acting job. The class will also include condensed scene study work, making it perfect preparation for any newer actors who aspire to work in Ben's scene study classes.
TO SIGN UP OR FOR FURTHER INQUIRIES CONTACT PENNY AT: BENRATNERACTINGCLASS@GMAIL.COM
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"I started taking Loretta's class end of last year and booked a guest star almost immediately! To say she's the bomb is an understatement. She cares so much about her students and totally has your back. She creates a space that's completely safe, supportive and full of love. She knows when to push you and when to give you space. She has a keen eye and a way of communicating that ensures you understand on the level you need to. I feel like she really gets the things you need to work on and tailors the exercises and scenes so you can do just that: meet the challenges head on from a strong, supported place. I trust her completely and can't wait to get back in class with this very special woman!" - Jennifer Spence (Continuum, The Killing, SGU Stargate Universe)
"I worked with Loretta in Actors Cross Training right after I booked a series regular on a TV show. She helped me prepare and ground myself for a huge leap in my career. Her one on one exercises were very helpful and informative. I can say with certainty that actors will benefit from Loretta's class no matter where they are in their acting career!" -Luvia Petersen (Continuum, Endgame, Sanctuary)
"Loretta's creative soul inspires me to go the distance, as her heart communicates that I am capable of more than I originally thought imaginable. Loretta's bold endeavours surpass stagnant familiar boundaries, pushing artist's technique and the audience experience to deserving places. Thank you Loretta. I am truly grateful to you." - David-Paul Grove (Once upon a Time, Elf, Supernatural)
"After years of teaching I thought it was time to take another class in scene study. Loretta came highly recommended and having just seen her act in Dinner With Friends I felt confident that it was a wise choice to take her four week scene study class.
Wow! I was able to be safe and challenged, scared but invigorated. She was inspiring and compassionate. Always made everyone believe they had it in them and had extra time for all. I was grateful and felt proud I had made the choice to take her class." - David C. Jones (Tops and Bottoms, Coffee Club)