Cost

$400

Scenes in Performance

Day

Tuesdays

Dates

Apr 21 - May 26

Time

7 - 10pm

Instructor

Instructor

J.J. Johnson

Some performance issues can only be explored when an audience is involved. This course adds that crucial element to the traditional scene study mix. Students will rehearse scenes under the guidance of the instructor, with attention paid to all aspects of the acting. The course includes a performance for an invited audience and discussion of performance issues that may have arisen, such as nervousness, the give and take of energy between audience and performers, and when and how to incorporate feedback.

Class Size*

6-12 

* Note: Small class sizes are a fundamental part of our training philosophy at The Theatre Lab. Classes are kept small to ensure every person receives extensive personalized feedback from instructors and meaningful collaboration with other students. If a class is full, we encourage you to join the waitlist, and we will contact you if a spot becomes available!

Tuition Discount

Theatre Lab members receive a 10% discount off of class tuition, automatically applied at checkout. Annual memberships cost only $70 per year and also include discounted tickets to all Theatre Lab performances. Read more about becoming a member here.

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Recommended Next Steps

Students who complete this class often continue with:

  • Intermediate Scene Study
  • Performing Monologues
  • Meisner Technique I

Class availability varies by session. See our course catalog for current offerings.

Class Policies

We encourage all students to review our Adult Class Policies prior to enrolling.

Location

In Person

Sessions

Spring II

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Instructor

J.J. Johnson

James J. Johnson (J. J.) is a professional actor and writer. As an actor, he has appeared with many theatres across the DMV, including the historic African-Continuum Theatre Co., Mosaic Theater Co., Arena Stage, Everyman Theatre, Olney Theatre Center, Woolly Mammoth Theatre, Ford's Theatre, Imagination Stage, Theater J, Kennedy Center, and  1st Stage. As a writer, he has received commissions from 1 st Stage and Mosaic Theatre Co. He has also co-written two award-winning short films, “Silent Partner” and “Speak Up Brotha,” produced by Black Man Films LLC. He co-wrote the feature-length version of “Silent Partner” which wrapped in February 2024 in New York City, and features Roderick Lawrence, Susan Heyward, Jeff Perry, and Shoshana Bean. Directed by Eric Branco. He is a proud member of AEA and SAG-AFTRA.

Training

BFA, Virginia Commonwealth University
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