Who teaches the classes?

All classes are taught by Christinna Chauncey.

How long is the class?

Class runs approx 3-4 hours, depending upon the work.

What level of experience is required to enroll?

This class supplies a challenging “workout” environment for the intermediate to advanced level actor who already has an at-home self-tape setup in place, is currently auditioning in film & television, and has (ideally) secured theatrical agency representation. The content is targeted for actors who have completed one of our intensive class offerings and have already received instruction as to our studio’s unique approach to script analysis, camera tech, and other such principles for auditioning powerfully - but is open to actors who are new to the studio (not new to the craft), pending credits, previous training & experience level. Interview may be required, even if already cleared on our Priority List. This helps ensure that the class format will best serve you, will not slow down or distract from the forward movement of the work each class, and will promote you and everyone else getting the most out of your investment.

Are the classes held in-person or online?

This is strictly an online course, and the current virtual platform we are utilizing for this class is Zoom.

Will I get a video copy of my work in class?

During your individual workout or when receiving notes regarding your self-tape or virtual callback, you will be allowed to record the meeting on your end via your Zoom account. Once your workout is complete and you have received your notes from the instructor, your recording capabilities will be disabled by the moderator. Recording class content apart from the Zoom recording tool and without the expressed permission of the studio is strictly prohibited. After the meeting has ended, Zoom will render & finalize your recording to your local computer and afterward you may review. When we are running ‘mock’ virtual sessions, your ‘audition’ will be recorded and played back for review during class, and may be provided to you afterwards, per request.

May I work my own material in class?

Material for all of our classes is assigned by the instructor with a lot of forethought and in a highly customized fashion per actor in order to not only target and expand your wheelhouse, but to maximize your overall experience in class. Periodically, however, in this Online Workout Lab actors may request to substitute their own audition material. If the instructor determines that allowing such a substitution will be compatible with the lab’s format, then the material must first fulfill the following strict parameters:

• 1) A minimum 24 hours notice to the studio must be given to the instructor.

• 2) Within their request, the actor must present a brief explanation of the scene and its storyline context to the instructor, who may not have time to read the scene or research the material prior to class.

• 3) The material must be from contemporary or recent episodic television or film scripts.

• 4) The material must be free of watermarks. Watermarked material will not be permitted unless the actor can prove that the material and its contents contained therein (dialogue, storyline) have already been exposed to the general public via a past airdate or past theatrical release. In other words, watermarked material that is currently being cast will not be permitted for use in class, and the same goes for material currently being cast in which there is a NDA attached, for obvious reasons. Any audition material currently being cast must be free of watermarks and not be under a NDA. This privacy policy is in place in order to ensure that the material will remain unexposed in order to protect the writers, the actor, the studio, and the production company currently casting the role. The studio will not risk liability for confidential or watermarked material being exposed either in our classes or publicly online by an actor posting clips of their work in class on social media.

• If any of the above criteria are not met or are missing from the actor’s initial request, it will not be considered.

Finally, if the actor’s material meets the aforementioned criteria and is approved for use in class by the instructor, then the actor understands that they are simply substituting their material in place of the assigned material and that whatever format we are covering in that particular class will be the format they will adhere to with their own material. In other words, their workout time in class utilizing their own material will not be treated like a private coaching session. If the actor wants a full workout with extensive notes, guidance and personalized coaching on their material in preparation for their audition, they are advised to schedule a private coaching session at the studio, either virtually or in-person. Click here for details on private coaching.

Are there makeup classes?

No. The Online Workout Lab is a limited offering with no makeup classes available. If you are unable to attend class, you may request to review a recording of the class (please note that although we will put forth our best effort to record class, recordings of class are not guaranteed). There is no penalty for missing class, however your full commitment to this class is expected. So if you are already concerned about missing class at this point prior to registering and are not satisfied that makeup classes will not be extended, you may want to reconsider enrollment in the Online Workout Lab, as it may not be the right fit for you.

May I enroll in only 1 out of the 2 months?

A 2-month advanced workout lab is what is being offered here, so actors who commit to the full 2 months receive priority enrollment. As with all of our course offerings, this workout lab is expected to book out with a wait list. However, in the event that does not happen and we have a seat available, or if an actor has to drop out unexpectedly, then the option of enrolling in only 1 month may possibly be extended.

I know I want in - can I enroll before registration opens?

Due to the limited number of seats and high demand, enrollment begins on the day of registration. If you already know you want in, you are encouraged to mark the date (and time) registration opens on your calendar and make sure you are among the first to apply. If you are new to this studio or are not yet on our Priority List (a list of actors who have already been pre-cleared for class), you are highly encouraged to apply now to get our on Priority List in order to get cleared - or click the button “Get on our List” at the bottom of this page. However, please note that because this course is originally crafted for actors who have previously studied at our studio, an interview may still be required for actors who are new to our studio - even those on the Priority List (pls refer to the answer provided to the 2nd question on this FAQs page regarding the prerequisite for the Online Workout Lab). Actors serious about applying are welcome to email the studio prior to the opening of registration to inquire as to whether an interview will still be required.

What are the payment options?

Our studio thrives on solid commitment, so your willingness to fully invest and commit upfront gets rewarded. You save us administrative time, we’ll save you some cash, at least enough to buy yourself a cup of coffee (or two). We also understand that times are challenging, so a payment plan (Option #3) is available with 0% interest for those needing to pay month-to-month.

Option 1 (Pay-in-full upfront with no deposit, save $10): Pay for and fully commit to the entire 2-month lab upfront $620.00 (no deposit) and we’ll shave $10 off the total cost. Enjoy your favorite Caramel Macchiato, Cappucino, or jazzed-up Latte or Chai Latte on us!

Option 2 (Pay-in-full with 50% deposit, save $5): Pay for and fully commit to the entire 2-month lab in 2 chunks with 50% paid as deposit ($310) and the remaining 50% balance owed ($310) paid 3-5 days prior to the first class and we’ll shave $5 off the total cost. Grab a Cafe Americano, Cold-Brew, Cup a’ Joe, or Tea on us.

Option 3 (Payment Plan, 0% interest): A minimum 50% deposit of $155 for Month #1 must be collected upon enrollment in order to secure your seat in class, with your remaining balance owed of $155 for Month #1 due 5 days prior to the start date of the lab. Then, by Week #3 a minimum 50% deposit ($155) must be received for Month #2, with your final balance owed ($155) for the lab due 5 days prior to the start of Month #2.

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