An actor's responsibility isn’t solely about acting; they must understand the art and especially the craft of storytelling…from the casting director’s office, to stage and film. At the Total Actor we believe that demystifying and deconstructing this process with step by step, basic and practical application frees then empowers the actor, to let go, be authentic, live in the moment and experience the joy and of acting. Stewart, Total Actor Founder and Master Acting Coach:
I have been an actor for over 20 years. I've appeared in numerous television commercials as well as radio voice overs. I've been featured on Law and Order , Law and Order SVU, Law and Order Criminal Intent, the Sopranos, New York Undercover, several soap operas and a few independent films. I've also appeared on stage with the legendary Ruby Dee and have been nominated for an Audelco as best actress. I've proudly studied with the late Elaine Aiken, Wynn Handman, Maggie Flannigan, Susan Batson, and William Esper. I love teaching and I love talent age is of no matter. The Total Actor classes gives students confidence and a voice. It's a safe creative place for them to let go, express their truth, create art, put it all into story to serve the writer. Some of my students have appeared in major motion Pictures, independent films and commercials. This industry is forever evolving and shifting. I think it's critical for actors to understand why it's called "Show Business" if they want to be a professional actor, which is why I also teach a class called "The Business of Acting." "TBA" is a class I developed to help inform and ground actors about this business. They take what they've learned, put it into practical action so they can WORK!
