Q: What makes you different than other
acting teachers?
A: I have 21 years experience as an actor, teacher, and director.
Trained in the Meisner Technique, I have a thorough knowledge of
the craft and have the ability to communicate to actors what they
need to do to achieve truthful human behavior. I also believe that
a teacher has responsibilities to their students that go beyond the
classroom. So I make myself available to students that need my advice,
counsel and support. There have been numerous times when students
have called to meet with me to discuss any number of issues that
concern them and I have met with each of them to lend my support.
Any good teacher must have empathy to be effective. It is very important
to me that I contribute to the growth of my students on a professional
as well as personal level.
Q: How much are your classes and private coaching sessions?
A: My classes are $50 per class. Each month is payable in
full. My hourly rate for private sessions is $125 per hour. If
you take a block of three private sessions within a 4 week period
I charge
$100 per hour.
Q: What
are some of the extra benefits of working with you?
A: Although I do not gurantee that you will land an agent as a result of working
with me I am willing to recommend you to people in the business with whom I have
established a working relationship. Specifically writer/directors that have established
credentials, producers and managers. In addition I have established a very close
relationship with Erin Cronican of The Actors Enterprise and she is the very
best there is at coaching actors in the business of acting. A must for actors
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In Their Words:
"I
have known Alan Gordon for several years now, after having
met him at an event in Manhattan. From the moment he started
to speak, his love for the craft of acting and his passion
for sharing it with actors became crystal clear. Alan has got
to be one of the most giving teachers in the business today.
He has a special way of inspiring actors to dig deeply into
themselves and to bring truth to everything they do (both on
stage and off!) He's a constant inspiration, and I consider
him a vital part of my career."
-- Erin Cronican (AEA/SAG/AFTRA)
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Q: Okay,
I want to study with you. What should I do, and what can I expect?
A: Firstly you can take advantage of the free audit I offer so that you can observe
me teaching and get a feel for the class. Then, if you would like to join the
class you will begin the following week. You can expect to get thorough and specific
training in the Meisner Technique. You can also expect honest feedback in a supportive
environment that is conducive to learning and one in which you will be able to
take risks without fear of humiliation.
Q: What if I don't live in NYC-can you still teach me?
A: Yes. I am registered with Skype. It's easy to register and
free. This service enables me to coach you even if you live outside
NYC.
Q: How can I pay you? Do you accept credit cards?
A: You can use a credit card to pay me via PayPal or you can
pay via cash/check and I will provide you with a receipt.
Q: I like you and I want to tell people about your services.
Do you have a referral program?
A: For every student that you refer that signs up for 1 month
of classes I offer 1 free class. For every student you refer
that signs up for 1 private
session
you receive a 15% discount for 1 private session.
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