SPOKANE/CDA ACTORS:
The Audition Clinic
This In-person workshop is a step-by-step breakdown of the auditioning process. It teaches actors how to get specific, pin down the first moment, make on-the-spot adjustments, and instantly connect to any audition material thrown their way. This workshop is taught by LA acting coach and talent agent Rick Kostenick. He brings a world of knowledge and valuable insight to students. Feel free to bring your own material to work on as well.
When: This clinic is being offered twice.
April 13th AND April 20th
Time 6:00-9:00 PM
Where: CDA Silverlake Mall in The Follow My Lead Dance Studio
Price: $ 75 each clinic

For additional information call the Playhouse Northwest Acting School at 206-919-7407. To register: Venmo Lisa -Skvarla -1
Or email Lisa at [email protected]
Thank you.

,***About the Instructor:
Rick Kostenick was born and raised in northern Idaho. After moving to Los Angeles to pursue music and acting he worked in the entertainment industry as a talent agent for over 25 years. Later starting his career as an acting coach, Rick had the opportunity to coach numerous stars including Kevin Bacon and his wife, Jamie Fox, Robert Downey Jr., and Steven Spielberg just to name a few.
Rick has represented talent in motion pictures, television commercials, and music videos.
He enjoys teaching and students will glean a world of valuable insight, knowledge, and extensive experience from his career as an instructor.

Award-winning Playhouse Northwest Acting School has now opened registration for the 2020 Meisner Classes. (Fall Quarter)     

Both Online and In-person Classes are now available. 

Register here: playhousenw.com/meisnerregistration/

The structured Meisner classes are the backbone of what we do. These classes are designed to be taken in sequence, each level lasting nine weeks. At each level, on-camera, improvisational, and business skills will be interwoven into the curriculum.

If you’re serious about transforming your acting, this is the place to start. For professional actors in film and television, it’s no secret that Meisner work is their superpower in both their life and their career. The benefits include a greater sense of truth, emotional depth, and flexibility in your work.

Beginners and experienced students are welcome. Outside practice is required. Students will work individually at their own level and will grow at their own rate.

On-Line Classes will run Thursday, October 8th, and run through Dec. 3rd. 

These interactive meetings will take place LIVE on ZOOM.

The class will meet each Thursday from 7:00 PM-9:30 PM PST. If a makeup or extra class is needed it will be held Thursday, Dec. 10th.  

Price: $375   *** (Early bird special before Sept 1^st: $325) 

Creative Financing/Scholarships available on request (with an interview). 

All levels are welcome. Each student will work at their own level. 

First-time Meisner students will have a group orientation scheduled prior to their first class.  

In-Person Classes (Spokane/Coeur d’Alene area) start Wednesday, October 7th, and run through Dec 2nd.  

If a makeup or extra class is needed it will be held Wednesday, Dec 9th. 

Wednesday evening classes: 7:00 PM- 9:30 PM

Where: Jacklin Arts Center (405 N. William Street, Post Falls, Idaho) 

Price: $375   *** (Early bird special before Sept 1^st: $325) 

Creative Financing/ Scholarships available on request (with an interview). 

All students will be required to follow all the COVID-19 safety guidelines. We are leading the way by providing safe and healthy practices in the classroom. If there is a change in the COVID-19 situation we will make the needed adjustments. Students’ safety and health come first. 

Level 1 and Level 2 students only. First-time Meisner students will have a group orientation scheduled prior to their first class.  

To register or for class descriptions, please visit: https://playhousenw.com/registration/

Students are also welcome to pay directly by Venmo to  Lisa-Skvarla-1 or call the PHNW office to register by phone. 

To learn about the instructor, Lisa Skvarla, please visit: https://playhousenw.com/lisa-skvarla/

For additional questions, please call the Playhouse NW Acting School office at 206-919-7407. 

Mission Accomplished!! We cast ALL the kids for their movies today! Quite the feat with the incredible number of kids this year. ( 45 to be exact!) The bigger feat? They all loved their parts. Life is good!!! 

Many workshops and events are coming to Lee’s Martial Arts and Playhouse Northwest Acting School in 2017. Look at some of our past offerings and check back soon to see what we have planned for Summer 2017! Call 206-938-3375 for more information. 

In December 2016, we rolled out the red carpet for the movie premiere of “Fearless,” produced & directed by Lisa Skvarla. This premiere featured 16 kids from last summer’s On-Camera Acting Camp for Kids 101 and 102. (Read more about our kids’ camps below.)

INTRODUCTORY ACTING  101
This camp (101) will encourage your children to use their imagination and to develop the techniques and confidence they need to create believable performances for the camera.
This camp teaches the fundamentals of acting by using basic techniques and fun acting games. Children participate in class and work on improving their basic skills for auditions, improvisation, martial arts/fight choreography, Meisner technique and scene study. This rolls into week two…..