Workshop Series: Scene Study

The Workshop

Embark on a transformative journey, designed to deepen your craft and bring greater equanimity to self! In this 3-hour workshop, you'll explore character development in profound ways by practicing the integration of body, breath, movement, text analysis, and imagination.

A precursor to the 6-week course Kelsey will be teaching later this year, this Scene Study Workshop will get you on your feet, connected to your body, and ready to deep-dive into the next script that comes your way.

About the Teacher

Hailing from the Mitten State, Kelsey (She/Her) spent her formative years exploring nature, fostering a sense of freedom she instills in her students. Armed with a BA in Theatre Performance and a minor in Dance, as well as an MFA in acting, her approach to teaching and acting draws from a rich tapestry of experiences. Drawing from nine years of experience as an acting teacher and coach, Kelsey has directed shows nationwide, including original works for Mudlark Youth Theatre Company. 

With a career spanning more than two decades in acting, she has lent her talents to esteemed studios such as The Actors Studio of Orange County, where she honed her skills in the Seven Pillars teaching style. At Crash Acting Studios LA, under the mentorship of Benjamin Mathes, she delved deeply into Crash Acting’s unique Non-Dominant Approach to acting. Additionally, Kelsey is well-versed and extensively trained in various disciplines including Fitzmaurice Voicework, Contact Improv, Organic Intelligence, Lecoq mask work, the nuanced art of clowning, alongside other forms of movement, voice, and breath work.

Kelsey currently resides in Chicago with her husband and two cats, Merry and Pippin.

Sliding Scale Payment

Each ticket is a minimum of $15/person. Anything else is greatly appreciated by our teachers, but up to you!