Ze Maestro

When venturing to the top of a mountain taking roads few have traveled, it's crucial to have a map so you don't get lost.  That map is your strategy.  And your experienced guide, the man who will show you the way, is Mr. Michael Mastro.  I like to refer to him as "The Maestro."

He's offering "Career Strategies for the New York Actor" the weekends of 9/13 & 9/20.  Note:  This class is “NYC-specific” and assumes you have begun pursuing a career in NYC and have a basic working knowledge of picture/resumes, monologues, Backstage, etc.

TOPICS COVERED:
Taking FULL RESPONSIBILITY for Your Acting Career
Getting Acting Work and Building a Resume Without an Agent (So You Can GET An Agent)
What Kind of Image Are You Projecting?
How Focusing on the Pursuit of Paying Theatre Work (IN and OUT of NYC)  Can Lead to Work in Film and Television
Developing Relationships with Directors, Writers, Casting Directors and Agents.  IN THAT ORDER.
Effective Letter Writing and Phone Calls
Thinking Outside the Box (or Why Taking Average Joe Actor Actions Doesn't Cut It)
Why "Networking" ISN'T a Swear Word
Creating Your Own Projects for Stage/Film
Setting Goals and Taking Effective Actions in Pursuit of Them
Setting Yourself Up to Be Accountable
Resources for the Actor's Career and Life

You can check out more information about the workshop, including his bio at: www.TheMichaelMastro.com

His credits include some of the most critically acclaimed productions on Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theater, television and film.  And he's been teaching and coaching for over ten years, as well as guest speaking at Actors Center, Atlantic Theater Company, Naked Angels, American Academy of Dramatic Arts and Rutgers University (Mason Gross School of the Arts, Graduate and Undergraduate Acting Programs).

For me personally, he's not only inspiring to experience as an actor and a coach, but he's also an incredibly positive force.

--Ming Ming