Mason Community Arts Academy

Spring Acting: Scene Study for Adults

Overview

For actors at any level, this acting class for adults provides an in-depth look at the fundamentals of acting for new students and a dedicated study for those with previous experience. Students will build and apply these foundational skills to monologues, scenes, and ensemble exercises, culminating in a sharing of work at the final class meeting. Ideal for those who have always wanted to give acting a try, those who’d like to learn more about performing opportunities in the area, and professionals who’d like to brush up on presentation skills. 

For returning students, this class will continue to build on skills from the Fall session!

Ages: 18+

Dates: Thursdays, March 13–May 8, 2025 

Time: 7–8:30 p.m.

Skip Date: April 17

Tuition: $395

Location: Mason Community Arts Academy Building in Fairfax, Virginia

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Faculty

Josh Bickford
Lead Teaching Artist
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WIth over 35 years of directing and teaching experience, Josh began his directing journey while working at Adventure Theatre  in Glen Echo, MD. He recently retired as a middle school Theatre Arts Educator after 30 years in public education. Josh is also a former teacher with Institute for the Arts, a summer arts program, and the Director of Performer’s Corner Summer Workshop. He was a Director with Arena Stage’s Voices of Now program for 10 years, where he worked with teen artists to create devised theatre performances based on the artist’s’ personal experiences.

Currently, Josh is also the Co-Director of the AFYP (Acting for Young People) Adventures Cast and a Lead Teacher with the AFYP Summer Camp. In 2023, Josh began working with the International Schools Theatre Association where he was a co-director of Para la Guerra Nada (For War, Nothing) in Bogota, Columbia.

Notes

  • Please note that group classes are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not reached.
  • Be sure to check our policies and procedures regarding registration, withdrawals, refunds, and more for fall or spring group classes.
  • All students will receive a Welcome Letter via email at least one week before the class starts with all necessary details.
  • Online registration closes two business days before the first class, however space may still be available. Please contact [email protected] for more information. A $10 late registration fee may apply.
  • For additional information, please contact the Academy at [email protected].