Rita Litton Acting

Fun broadway matinee at "Sunset Boulevard!" Fantastic show!! Loved it!!

Woo HOO! I caught two alums on Law & Order's recent Ep. 13 "In God We Trust.' First 'red herring' perp, MARC BASIL wielding a knife at his kitchen job, then telling the truth in the obliquitous interrogation scene--great work Marc! And THEN, the amazing LAURA HEISLER as the mother of the victim who has a dramatic change of heart! SAG Awards last night asked all the nominated actors who'd guest-starred on L & O to 'take a drink.' Great moment of flashback reels as most ALL of the assembled could share that honor! Here's lookin' at you kids! You're in great company!1

That's former student TROY WINBUSH, who's got a great recurring role as "Kevin" (check him out in the NBC promos) in "SUITS LA" debuting this Sunday, February 23rd!! This first photo was a Troy visit from LA to NYC about ten years ago. I worked with Troy when he was a teen, and I was so proud when he booked TV ("The Cosby Show" as Theo's friend "Denny") and films like "The Principal" with Lou Gossett Jr, and Jim Belushi or "Bonfire of the Vanities" with Tom Hanks. Troy is so deserving of this break!! Go Troy!!

Gypsy on Broadway! Audra Mcdonald is Absolutely spectacular! Don't miss it!!!

Thrilled for former student Chantee Lans, who won TWO NY Emmy Awards for her fantastic reporting for ABC7 NY!!
Congratulations Chantee!!

So proud of former acting student Matthew Barry, who won a BAFTA Cymru award last night!!! Matthew was awarded "Best Writer" for his "Men Up" film script, a drama about the early vi**ra trials in Wales. (Let's hope Netflix offers it here soon!!) Congratulations Matthew!!

So excited for current film acting student Raigan Newton, who co-stars tonight in the season premiere of "The Equalizer!" You are a true pro Raigan!! I'll be watching !! (CBS, 9:30 pm) (And congrats to your agent Barbara Coleman at Innovative Artists!!)

BAFTA (the British Academy of Film and Television Arts) Cymru Awards has nominated my former student Matthew Barry-- "Best Writer" for his wonderful screenplay for "Men Up." The BBC One drama has garnered Six nominations, and deals with the first clinical Vi**ra trials in Wales. Congratulations Matthew!!

The incomparable Mary Lou Belli, 2024 Primetime Emmy Award Nominee for Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Show, ( "The Ms. Pat Show"!! ) Mary Lou has been a beloved Guest Director at my studio, teaching her amazing Comedy Workshop! (Get her book "The New Sitcom Career Book!") Years ago I contributed a quote for another of her books "Acting for Young Actors, The Ultimate Teen Guide," a collaboration with Dinah Lenney. Mary Lou is a wonderful, witty and Superb director--- I'm so very happy for you Mary Lou!!

So very proud of alum Jenna Lamia, Writer, Executive Producer, and Showrunner on Netflix's "The Perfect Couple"!! The limited series stars Nicole Kidman and Liev Schreiber and was just Number #1 on Netflix!! Huge congrats Jenna, I can't wait to see your next projects!! The murder mystery series is adapted from the novel by Elin Hilderbrand and hugely binge worthy! Don't miss it!!

Love my summer film acting students! Working hard on camera, in NYC!! These young actors have loads of talent, and insight. Delighted with progress so far!!

Very happy that "Your Honor" the series starring Bryan Cranston, and featuring my former student SOFIA BLACK D'ELIA is now available on NETFLIX. Cranston stars as a respected judge whose son Adam (Hunter Doohan) is involved in a hit-and-run that leads to a high-stakes game of lies, deceit and impossible choices. Black-D’Elia portrays Frannie, Adam’s girlfriend.

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Cheering former student Caitlin Kinnunen in "Choice," a new play by Winnie Holtzman at the McCarter Theatre. I've been a fan of Holtzman, ("The Wiz,") since her TV writing for "My So Called Life," (has anyone captured teen angst better?) so delighted to see this fine play, with the supremely talented Caitlin. Wishing this an extended future!!

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Back in NYC studio teaching this Spring! And online via Zoom for all my 'far-away' students. Miss you all, so get back to class. I want to help you do your best work! Starts April 6th, so don't delay!! REGISTER now! ritalitton.com

Spent a great night with "Morrie!" Honored to see the Great Len Cariou star in this 2-hander, based on the best-seller by Mitch Albom. Thank you to Sea Dog Theater for an inspired production!!!!

Kudos to Kristina whose NYC staged reading "Just Joey" was poignant and funny! Great talent deserves recognition! Here's to more "Joey"!!