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Holly Striska - Lee Strasberg

July 20, 2026 at 7pm

The Lee Strasberg Method of acting is an influential approach to performance that grew out of the work of Russian theater practitioner Konstantin Stanislavski and helped shape modern American acting. This seminar will explore the foundations of Method acting through lecture, discussion, and selected demonstrations and exercises related to relaxation, concentration, sensory memory, and emotional truth in performance. Participants will examine Strasberg’s interpretation of Stanislavski’s ideas, discuss the lasting influence of the Method on theater and film, and consider both the strengths and criticisms of this influential acting approach.

TWS Education is proud to present the Acting Method Seminar Series, featuring Jean Gottlieb, Holly Striska, and David Rodriguez. For three Mondays in July, a different instructor will provide an overview of a specific method of acting, and seminars might include a lecture, hands on activities, Q & A, and more. 

All sessions are free with a provided code to Actives, HSR students, and CTWS Parents, and will be held in the Cattell at 7:00pm (cost is $10 per session for everyone else). All experience levels are welcome. You do not need to attend all lectures - just register for the ones that you will attend. 

David Rodriguez - Stella Adler

July 27, 2026 at 7pm 

A student of Stanislavski, Stella's teachings focused on the power of the actor's imagination as an unlimited source of inspiration to truthfully convey the circumstances and history of the character. She believed the text offered "hidden gold" which allowed the actor to enrich the character's backstory to make the strongest choice possible. Some of her most successful students include Robert DeNiro, Mark Ruffalo, and the great Marlon Brando. David studied intensively at the Stella Adler Academy of Acting under teachers who were taught directly by Stella when they attended.

TWS Education is proud to present the Acting Method Seminar Series, featuring Jean Gottlieb, Holly Striska, and David Rodriguez. For three Mondays in July, a different instructor will provide an overview of a specific method of acting, and seminars might include a lecture, hands on activities, Q & A, and more. 

All sessions are free with a provided code to Actives, HSR students, and CTWS Parents, and will be held in the Cattell at 7:00pm (cost is $10 per session for everyone else). All experience levels are welcome. You do not need to attend all lectures - just register for the ones that you will attend. 

TWS Studio is a three-week theatre class that covers acting, technical work, and an introduction to the many ways you can volunteer and perform at TWS.

Actors will start with basic acting concepts such as breathwork, vocal training, and blocking, then dive deep into character work. You will learn how to make strong character choices and  apply those skills to a monologue and scene which will be performed in a showcase on the last session. Performers also have the option to sing a solo at the showcase and will rehearse and develop it with our music director throughout the course.

You will also meet experienced members of our technical crews to learn more about the many different areas of production both behind the scenes and front of house. Participants can sign up for any crews they may be interested in joining for future productions.

Anyone NOT interested in acting can still take Studio! You will have a slightly different schedule and will work backstage during the final showcase.

SCHEDULE

ACTORS – We’d like you to attend all sessions. Sessions 1 and 9 are mandatory*. You can miss up to two of the remaining sessions.

NON-ACTORS – Sessions 1 and 9 are mandatory*. 

1.      Tue 8/11, 7:00 pm -10:00 pm *

2.      Thurs 8/13, 7:00 pm -10:00 pm

3.      Sat 8/15, 10:00 am -1:00 pm

4.      Tue 8/18, 7:00 pm -10:00 pm

5.      Thurs 8/20, 7:00 pm-10:00 pm

6.      Sat 8/22, 10:00 am -1:00 pm 

7.      Tue 8/25, 7:00 pm -10:00 pm

8.      Thurs 8/27, 7:00 pm-10:00 pm*

9.   Sat 8/29, Presentation Day - Call time TBD, Presentation at 2:00 pm, Reception to follow

COST

Studio costs $165, which includes a TWS subscription for the next season. Upon completion of the class, you will be eligible to be cast in TWS shows.

Our Studio instructors will be Jay Fontanetta and Tammy O’Reilly.