The scene study that Professor Katz impresses upon her students is one of the most effective means by which an actor can liberate one's choices, advocate for his character and protect his/her performance from one-dimensional portrayals.
Chadwick Boseman
Actor
Mastering the Art of Theatre: with Professor Emerita Vera J. Katz
January 25 - March 1, 20253-5:30 PM EST/ 2-4:30 PM CST/ 12-2:30 PM PST
Theatre is a dynamic genre that seamlessly blends storytelling and performance to create a captivating experience that elicits emotions and prompts introspection. It serves as a mirror reflecting societal values, pushing boundaries, and amplifying often overlooked voices, thus driving change and initiating crucial dialogues. The Frank Silvera Writers' Workshop presents this stimulating online course for individuals keen on honing their theater skills.
Master the Art of Play Analysis and dive into the essentials of great playwriting with Professor Vera J. Katz in this 6-week live online class. Learn to analyze and elevate storytelling through Aristotle’s principles and modern dramaturgy. Highlights: •Unpack the core elements of a great play. •Break down structure, character, and theme. •End with a staged reading and professional critique. Duration: 6 Weeks | Format: Live Online Classes + Discussions 👉 Enroll Now to unlock the secrets of exceptional theatre.
Director, Actor, Acting Coach
Vera J. Katz is a Professor Emerita from Howard University in the Department of Theatre Arts, where she taught both acting and directing for 32 years. For 24 years, she had also been a faculty member of the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in acting. She has directed more than 50 productions, originally working under Joe Hyman, the producer of the famed playwright-director-author Moss Hart, on Broadway. She holds a BFA in Theatre Arts from Brooklyn College, an MFA in Directing and Acting from Boston University, and has studied Film at both the University of Southern California and the University of California/Extension. She has taught such notables as Debbie Allen, Anthony Anderson, Chadwick Boseman, Corey Hawkins, Taraji P. Henson, Isaiah Johnson, Jayme Lawson, Phylicia Rashad, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Fredericka Whitfield, Lynn Whitfield, and Isaiah Washington. She has published numerous articles in Black Masks Magazine, and her book A KATZ WALK: A TOOLBOX OF TECHNIQUES FOR ACTORS AND DIRECTORS has just been revised and will soon be available.
