An Epicenter of Filipino American Performing Arts in San Francisco

"Soulwork: Creating, Acting, Living"
A six-week workshop with Nicole Maxali

WHEN: Every Sunday, from April 1 to May 6
TIME: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
WHERE: Bindlestiff Studio; 185 Sixth Street @Howard; SF CA
COST: Early Bird $99 (before March 26th); $150 (from March 26th)
More info and tickets at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/234186

Inspired by books like The Artist's Way and real life experiences, this experiential workshop includes reflective writing exercises, improv games, scene work and theater basics to help participants get out of their own way and manifest their deepest desires. By being in the moment, actively listening (to oneself and those around you), finding your true intentions and taking risks, you can become a better actor and if the world is a stage better you as well.

Nicole provides a safe and playful space to explore and creatively express yourself, all the while taping into the soul work of acting. All levels are welcome. Participants should be 18 years or older. Class limited to 15 (waiting list will be implemented in the case of cancellations).

"Everything I learned about manifesting the life I want, I learned through being an actor and 'soul-o' performer. After acting and performing on stage for seventeen years, I realized that everything that I've been doing for the past five years to get to where I want to be in life I already learned through all the improv, acting and solo performance workshops I've taken thus far. My intention is to utilize the exercises I've learned and the experiences I've lived to teach others how to listen to ourselves, act mindfully and create the life they love through the tools of self-expression and acting." - Nicole Maxali

ASSIGNMENTS/What to Bring (for participants):
o Be prepared to bring in a monologue or scene you would like to work on during this workshop.
o Wear comfortable clothes, sneakers, etc.
o Bring paper and a pen.

WORKSHOP GOALS:
o Participants will learn the basics of Acting and Improvisation and gain the foundation to performing on stage.
o Participants will have a safe space to share, create and play on stage.
o Participants will overcome performance anxiety.
o Participants will learn how to reflect, remain present and get in touch with their inner creative.
o Participants will get to the soul of the artistic expression of acting and will see (through example) how it can be used as a tool to enhance their everyday life.
o Participants will grow not only as performers/actors but as people as well.

Wk. 1 Course Intro & Acting, Improv basics
Wk. 2 Listening to my partner and within
Wk. 3 Intentions and Objectives
Wk. 4 Choices & Raising the Stakes
Wk. 5 In the Moment & Letting go
Wk. 6 Shine on

(Please email Alan S. Quismorio at alanq@bindlestiffstudio.org for the weekly schedule that breaks down the topics and the activities covered in the six-week workshop.)