This class is designed for actors who have either already had serious training, are working professionally already, or have studied with Estes previously and have been admitted.  Actors seeking to work or are already working seriously in Film, Television, and Theatre.  Class will focus on scene study, building an unbreakable sense of truth, and general fine tuning of acting technique.  This class will also be a good place for working actors to work their chops. We will also touch on Dialects, and any requested work by the students. $50.00 Non-refundable deposit to reserver a spot. If you have not trained at Moonlight or with Estes please EMAIL ESTES before signing up to make sure the class is the right fit. Etarver@mac.com

This will be an introductory class for the new or beginning actor focusing on the basics of acting, scene study, performance technique, working in a collaborative setting, and the techniques of Uta Hagen, Stanislavsky, and Sanford Meisner. Students will also focus on building their sense of play in a group setting and a safe environment. The beginnings of script analysis, sense of truth, and personalization will also be achieved. Commercial work will also be addressed as well as on camera technique. This will be a fun and safe learning environment culminating in a class showcase at the end for invited guests. $50.00 Non-refundable deposit to hold a spot.

Looking to weave your way back into Improv? This is just the thing. The Patchwork Improv Troupe is back. A diverse collection of improvisers taking the stage to perform Improv. From short form and long-form improv. Prior improv experience or special recommendations from instructor needed to sign up for class.

This will be a scene study class for the intermediate to advanced actor. Actors must either have at least one year of scene study, the recommendation of the  instructor, or have had previous training. Class will focus on scene study, building an unbreakable sense of truth, and general fine tuning of acting technique. Students will work on the fundamentals of performance and character development incorporating the techniques of Uta Hagen, Sanford Meisner and Constantine Stanislavsky. Script analysis, sense of truth, and personalization will also be vital to developing your scenes and monologues. This will be a fun, safe learning environment culminating in a class showcase at the end for invited guests.

This will be an introductory class for the new or beginning actor focusing on the basics of acting, scene study, performance technique, working in a collaborative setting, and the techniques of Uta Hagen, Stanislavsky, and Sanford Meisner. Students will also focus on building their sense of play in a group setting and a safe environment. The beginnings of script analysis, sense of truth, and personalization will also be achieved. Commercial work will also be addressed as well as on camera technique. This will be a fun and safe learning environment culminating in a class showcase at the end for invited guests.

Writing short plays is fun!  And there are play festivals all over the country (and a few beyond) who are looking for 10-minute plays to produce.  Learn the art of writing the 10-minute play, and then send those plays out into the world!  This virtual class is four weeks of writing and rewriting, and some acting (we will read our own scripts aloud).  Playwright and teacher Mark Cornell has had over 75 short plays produced and is a Eugene O'neill Semi-Finalist.  His 10-minute play All the Answers has been produced 25 times.  Come join us!

In conjunction with Carrie Marshall Music Studios, this 10 week songwriting/artist intensive is for clients who desire to stay in vocal shape and want to be a performing songwriter. Students in this track expected  to do the work in both disciplines of vocal performance and writing and have previous experience in both areas. Students in this track are expected to keep up their vocal practice in addition to their writing.

Approval from the teacher is required, to join this class. Reach out to Carrie Marshall for more information to see if this is the right track for you.

 The 10 week intensive includes:

- 7 one on one private sessions (50 minutes each)

- 4 group classes (day/times TBD. Will be grouped according to kids/adults, performance experience and participation availability)

- 1 professional level showcase open to the public Sunday, DEC 4th (Time TBD)

A final showcase allows the student to polish and have performed 2-3 of their favorite new tunes for an audience.

In conjunction with Carrie Marshall Music Studios, this 10 week songwriting/artist intensive is for all ages and include the beginner and experienced songwriter alike. The 10 week intensive includes:

- 7 one on one private sessions (50 minutes each)

- 4 group classes (day/times TBD. Will be grouped according to kids/adults, performance experience and participation availability)

- 1 professional level showcase open to the public Sunday, DEC 4th (Time TBD)

Songwriting is a personal experience! Yet there are techniques and structures that songwriters follow that enhance expression and mastery in the art of songwriting. In private songwriting sessions, Carrie will get a sense of each client’s unique artistic voice and writing style. Focus will be on the craft of songwriting, song structure, lyrical structure and (if applicable) music theory. Whether a beginner or a seasoned songwriter, Carrie will come alongside to format a specific program tailored to each writer’s strengths and areas in need of improvement. Students in this track can expect to write between 5-10 songs within the 10 week timeframe. Students can expect a basic recording of their original material, with at least one song that is produced (added instrumentation, etc.)

 In group songwriting sessions, we will share our songs with each other, get comfortable sharing our material with others as well as connecting as a performer. (Performance is not required. If the student does not want to perform, another singer/instrumentalist can present their material for them.) 

A final showcase allows the student to polish and have performed 2-3 of their favorite new tunes for an audience.