Breath & Body for Actors 

A two day workshop with DeAnna Driscoll

Breath & Body for Actors Workshop with DeAnna Driscoll

In this Breath & Body workshop, actors will explore a psycho-physical approach to their training which is rooted in the Lucid Body technique. This is an important exploration for actors of all levels to help find harmony between body and breath, giving them the ability to more fully inhabit characters and find deeper connections to their motivations and impulses. The Lucid Body isn’t just about movement; it’s about understanding the link between breath, body, and mind. Actors will leave this workshop with tools to continue digging into greater authenticity through their voice, range of vocal expression and physical characterization.

Through in-depth breath/vocal and physical work actors will discover:

 

• Ways to unlock body awareness and breath control

 

• How to enhance vocal and physical freedom

 

• How to release ‘physical armor’ that restricts flow of breath, vocal vibrations, and emotions in the body

 

• Voice destructuring to develop a more truthful connection to thoughts and feelings

 

• How to strengthen the life of the characters they play

 

• Powerful ways to connect with fellow actors on stage beyond the text

This workshop will take place on Tuesday, July 8th and Thursday, July 10th from 6:30pm to 9:30pm.  Tuition for this specialized workshop is $185.  Space is very limited, and enrollment will be on a first come, first served basis.  

 

About the Instructor, DeAnna Driscoll

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DeAnna Driscoll’s career as an actor and theatre educator has spanned over 30 years. She is currently based in San Francisco, CA and was most recently seen at CenterRep Theatre in the role of Jonathan in ARSENIC AND OLD LACE and is currently in rehearsal for Marin Shakespeare Theatre’s production of THE TEMPEST.

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Before living in the Bay Area, DeAnna spent many years in Southern California where she starred in more than 30 productions. Some favorite theatres include: The Old Globe Theatre, San Diego Repertory Theatre, Cygnet Theatre, Intrepid Theatre, and more. Previous to that, DeAnna was in NYC for five years studying at National Shakespeare Conservatory and working professionally with various artists and teachers including: Edward Albee, Peter Lobdell, Kennedy Brown, Fay Simpson, and Dana Zeller Alexis.

DeAnna is the recipient of several Critics Circle Awards, a Backstage Garland Award, and The Pate Award for her work over the years. Her television and film credits include: Unverified, Lincoln Heights, Point Pleasant, Veronica Mars, and Decaf among others. DeAnna is a proud member of both Actor’s Equity and SAG/AFTRA.

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DeAnna’s teaching approach encourages actors to trust and develop their spark, to explore organically to create a rich emotional and physical life of the characters they play. DeAnna takes a psycho-physical approach, rooted in the Lucid Body technique which helps find harmony between body and breath, giving actors the ability to more fully inhabit characters and find deeper connections to their motivations. Elements from Sanford Meisner, Stella Adler, Faye Simpson, and Uta Hagen’s work are used to help actors develop and mold a technique that can carry them from the audition all the way through performance. DeAnna currently works as an acting coach and artist for American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco and is the founder of the theatre program at the world renowned High Tech High school in San Diego, CA. DeAnna has worked internationally creating original co-projects with artists and educators from around the world including Tasuba College of the Arts in Bagamoyo, Tanzania, The Giant Panda Conservation Center in Chengdu, China, and over 50 educators in Barcelona, Spain. DeAnna firmly believes the journey to creating powerful art is neverending.