OC I With Brooke

My On Camera I Class with Brooke Totman begins this Saturday. There is still availability. And if you sign up now, I will throw in one coaching session with me (Ted Rooney) that you can use at any time. Just mention this offer when you sign up ;-)

Cheers, Ted

**On Camera I (with Brooke Totman)

7 weeks - Limited to 10 Actors

Dates: January 5th - February 16th

Time: Saturdays 11am - 2pm

The total cost is $275.

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera. 

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head. 

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class. 

The balance ($175) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact me at: acted@att.net

Rooney / Totman Studio 

305 SE 3rd Ave  4th Floor

Portland, OR 97213

More on Brooke: https://www.brooketotman.com/

Winter Classes

Here are my Winter introduction to film acting classes, along with my On Camera II and Advanced Scene Study. 

On Camera I is great for theatre actors wanting to make the transition, good for experienced actors revisiting the fundamentals, and a perfect start for the newly interested.

Good Cheer!

Ted

**On Camera I (with Ted Rooney)

7 weeks (out of 8…no class 1/29)

Limited to 12 Actors

Dates: January 8th - February 26th 10th

Time: Tuesdays 6:30pm - 9:30pm

The total cost is $325.

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera. 

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head. 

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class. 

The balance ($225) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact me at: acted@att.net

Rooney / Totman Studio 

305 SE 3rd Ave  4th Floor

Portland, OR 97213

More on Ted: http://pdxacted.blogspot.com/

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**On Camera I (with Brooke Totman)

7 weeks - Limited to 10 Actors

Dates: January 5th - February 16th

Time: Saturdays 11am - 2pm

The total cost is $275.

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera. 

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head. 

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class. 

The balance ($175) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact me at: acted@att.net

Rooney / Totman Studio 

305 SE 3rd Ave  4th Floor

Portland, OR 97213

More on Brooke: https://www.brooketotman.com/

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**Advanced Scene Study

Limited to 8 actors

Dates: January 7th - February 18th

Time: Mondays 6:30 - 9:30pm

The total cost is $210

If space is available, an actor can drop in on one class for 35 bucks.

The class is especially tailored to actors who have already been through the OC I and II classes, 

but it is open to anyone who would be considered an advanced on camera actor.

If I don’t know an actors work, I will need to see something on tape or in person before they join.

As soon as you sign up, we will work to find a script for you. 

You can partner with someone in class, if you like, or go it alone. 

If alone, someone else in the class will serve as your “informed reader”.

It is really up to you what to work on. You could work on an “out there” character to stretch yourself, 

or something right up your alley to get more comfortable in your realm of castability - comedy or drama…

The hope for the script is that it is something you have not viewed…at least not recently. 

As most of you know, I have lots of options to throw your way, if you let me know what you have in mind working on.

Actors are expected to bring in their work "camera ready."

That means off book, loosely staged, and raring to go - unless the actor wants to work in “audition format."

All work is filmed. Each actor receives their weekly video files. 

Time permitting, the work is viewed and discussed

A $75 dollar deposit holds your spot. Refunded up to 48 hours before the first class. The balance ($135) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund. Mailing address for check payments, below. Venmo works, too: 323-819-9622. 

For Paypal, my payment account is twrooney@pacbell.net. Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge

Rooney / Totman Studio 

305 SE 3rd Ave  4th Floor

Portland, OR 97213

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**On Camera II 

7 weeks Limited to 10 actors

Dates: January 2nd to February 20th (No class on January 30th)

Time:Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30pm

The total cost is $285

The class is especially tailored to actors who have already been through the OC I class.

Though this is not a requirement, actors need to have the fundamental abilities that OC I covers.

If I don’t know an actors work, I will need to see something on tape or in person.

Moving beyond "being in your skin" and finding simplicity on camera, here the focus is on 

rehearsal process, the "headspace" of the character,  script analysis, and auditioning. 

Actors are expected to up the ante, as we get into the hard work of acting. 

Know that this class will require more outside time than OC I. 

All work is filmed and (time permitting) viewed and discussed.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. The balance ($185) is due by the second class.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact me at: acted@att.net

http://pdxacted.blogspot.com/

Rooney / Totman Studio 

305 SE 3rd Ave  4th Floor

Portland, OR 97213

OC I Class Start October 29th!

This class is a great introduction to acting for the camera. For theatre folks, it is a great help in transitioning to the camera. For beginners, it is a great start to acting in general. I have had many complete non-actors walk out of this seven week endeavor as, what I would call, a capable actor. Most of us already have the tools that are needed to be a good actor. And I don’t mean special talent. I mean all that makes you who you are. It is often more about us getting out of the way of ourselves - what we already are able to do. My earnest goal for each person in class is that they grow from where they are. If you are just curious, this is the place for you. If you have never acted but you feel you have the passion, this is a safe place to explore that passion. If you just wanna take a class that stretches you and helps you get to know yourself better, this class is for you. If you want a class that will benefit you in your workplace environment with being a more authentic and a better communicator, this class is for you.

And if you are still unsure, come to the first class this Monday (Oct 29th) and audit - no obligation. If you like it at that point, you can still join, if there are spots left.

Cheers.

Ted

**On Camera Acting I (with Ted Rooney)

7 weeks - Limited to 12 Actors

Dates: October 29th - December 10th

Time: Mondays 6:30pm - 9:30pm

The total cost is $315.

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera. 

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head. 

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class. 

The balance ($215) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact me at: acted@att.net

More in Ted: http://pdxacted.blogspot.com/

OC I Class Starts October 29th!

Actorcise Tuesday Daytime

It has been quite a while. But, I will be hosting an Actorcise, Tuesday October 16th, at 11am at the studio. (Actorcise is a cold reading workshop. Each actor gets to work on two scenes.)

As always, don't just show up. 

Please email me if you are planning on coming, and wait for confirmation on Monday: acted@att.net

Make sure you take my phone number for last minute communication (provided after you sign up).

I wanna allow time for each actor, so I have limited Actorcise to 10 people. 

Therefore, when you sign up, I need you to be committed to showing up. If you are not sure you can make it, please hold off signing up until you are sure. If you have signed up and have to drop out last minute, and your spot is not filled by someone on the waiting list, you are on the honor system for payment. However, we will certainly try our best to fill your spot ;-)

Come workout!

Ted

Actorcise - The practice of cold reading.

Host: Ted Rooney

Limited to 10 people

Cost: $15 - Just bring it with you (Check or Cash).

This Tuesday June 16th, 11am - 1pm

Rooney - Totman Studio

305 SE 3rd, 4th floor

Portland, OR 97214

Ted's Classes:

http://pdxacted.blogspot.com/

New On Camera I Class

I am exited to offer one more OC I class before the new year. My partner Brooke Totman will be teaching this.

Ted

**On Camera Acting I (with Brooke Totman)

7 weeks - Limited to 10 Actors

Dates: October 20th - December 3rd

Time: Saturdays 11am - 2pm

The total cost is $275.

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera. 

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head. 

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class. 

The balance ($175) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact me at: acted@att.net

More on Brooke: https://www.brooketotman.com/

ON Camera II Monday Nights

I still have one spot in my OC II for experienced actors.

**On Camera Acting II
7 weeks Limited to 10 actors
Dates: September 10th - October 22nd
Time: Mondays 6:30 - 9:30pm
The total cost is $285

The class is especially tailored to actors who have already been through the OC I class.
Though this is not a requirement, actors need to have the fundamental abilities that OC I covers.
If I don’t know an actors work, I will need to see something on tape or in person.

Moving beyond "being in your skin" and finding simplicity on camera, here the focus is on
rehearsal process, the "headspace" of the character, script analysis, and auditioning.
Actors are expected to up the ante, as we get into the hard work of acting.
Know that this class will require more outside time than OC I.
All work is filmed and (time permitting) viewed and discussed.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. The balance ($145) is due by the second class.
Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.
Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).
Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.
To register or for questions contact me at: acted@att.net

OC I Fall

My On Camera I class with its unique approach to getting comfortable "being" in front of the camera starts up Sept. 5th. Seasoned actors and brand new beginners welcome!

**On Camera Acting I (with Ted Rooney)

7 week course - Limited to 12 Actors

Dates: September 5th - October 17th

Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 9:30pm

The total cost is $315.

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera.

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head.

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class.

The balance ($215) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact me at: acted@att.net

http://pdxacted.blogspot.com/

Rooney Totman Studio (Class Location - NOT payment address)

305 SE 3rd Ave 4th Floor

Portland, OR 97213

Audit Spots Available this Saturday, the 25th

Whenever I have enough room in class, I allow for auditing in the first of seven On Camera I classes with no obligation. There are a couple spaces free for OC I this Saturday morning. Let me know if you wanna come and see how we roll. 

FYI, I always hope that the auditors will participate as well, but that is not required. You also may decide to join the class fully (many auditors have), which is great. But again, there is no obligation there.

Please commit only if you are sure to be there and let me know right away if you need to cancel. I only have a couple spots, and I want make sure that they are filled.

Cheers.

Ted

This is my ON CAMERA I class being taught by Brooke Totman. Classes are on Saturdays starting on the 25th. This is a very effective class that I have developed and have been teaching here in Portland for 8 years. 

**On Camera Acting I (with Brooke Totman)

7 weeks - Limited to 10 Actors

Dates: August 25th - October 6th

Time: Saturdays 11am - 2pm

The total cost is $275.

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera. 

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head. 

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class. 

The balance ($175) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact me at acted@att.net

Ted’s classes: http://pdxacted.blogspot.com/

More on Brooke: https://www.brooketotman.com/

New On Camera Classes

**On Camera Acting I (with Brooke Totman)

7 weeks - Limited to 10 Actors

Dates: August 25th - October 6th

Time: Saturdays 11am - 2pm

The total cost is $275.

Dates: August 25th - October 6th

Time: Saturdays 11am - 2pm

The total cost is $275.

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera.

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head.

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class.

The balance ($175) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact me at acted@att.net

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**On Camera Acting I (with Ted Rooney)

7 week course - Limited to 12 Actors

Dates: September 5th - October 17th

Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 9:30pm

The total cost is $315.

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera. 

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head. 

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class. 

The balance ($215) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact me at: acted@att.net

http://pdxacted.blogspot.com/

Rooney Totman Studio (Class Location - NOT payment address)
305 SE 3rd Ave  4th Floor
Portland, OR 97213

Free On Camera Acting Class!

Try one of my On Camera Acting Classes for free. If you have thought about taking an on camera acting class, but are not ready to commit to several, come see what it is like at the first of my On Camera I classes. Brooke Totman will be teaching the class, and I will be there for the first one, as well. There are several spots still available, and any spots that are not taking by paying students, can be taken by auditors. This is on a first come first Serve basis. Please don’t show up without confirmation that you have a spot ;-)

If you are still interested in joining the class as a paying student, there is are a few spots open. This is a great fun way of approaching acting and Brooke is simply the best (more on her below).

Email me, Ted (acted@att.net) or Megan - as indicated in the breakdown.

**On Camera Acting I (with Brooke Totman)

7 weeks 

Limited to 10 Actors

Dates: June 23rd - August 4th

Time: Saturdays 11am - 2pm

The total cost is $295.

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera. 

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head. 

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors - or those who are just curious.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class. 

The balance ($195) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact Megan at megangotz@gmail.com

http://pdxacted.blogspot.com/

Rooney Totman Studio (Class Location - NOT payment address)

305 SE 3rd Ave  4th Floor

Portland, OR 97213

Brooke Totman is an actor, writer, director and acting instructor, teaching at the Rooney/Totman studios in Portland, OR.

After receiving a degree in theater performance, Brooke moved to Los Angeles to train at acclaimed sketch and improv company, the Groundlings. Totman became a member of the Groundlings Sunday company - writing and performing sketch comedy for a live audience on a weekly basis. During it's 5th season,Totman joined the sketch comedy show MadTV, as a featured cast member. Other selected TV and stage credits include: The King of Queens (CBS), Less Than Perfect (ABC), Judging Amy (CBS), Life After First Failure (The CW), Portlandia (IFC), Detroit (Portland Playhouse), Sisters of Mercy (Portland Center Stage), Bath Night (Shaking the Tree Theater), and Ferraro/Totman (Defunkt Theater).  

Brooke is currently starring in the critically acclaimed series, The Benefits of Gusbandry on Amazon. She is also founder of the Sketch Comedy company, NIGHT BUS, a character-driven ensemble celebrating the weird and wonderful. Brooke writes and acts in the company and also serves as it's director.

Last Minute Discount

Hey All. There is still room in my OC I Class that starts tomorrow night (Tuesday the 5th).

We wanna get it filled, so I will make two offers. One is for a 15% last minute discount. Claim it by mentioning the word: “Summer.” The other offer is a free audit of the first class. If you are interested in the class, but not sure, you can come and participate - or just watch - and decide for yourself without any obligation up front. Even if you just come for the one class, I promise you a fun and educational experience. If you do decide to join the class it will be at the discounted rate.

This class was set up to help theatre folks make the adjustment to the camera, as well as introduce acting to the absolute beginner. I have even had a couple advanced on camera actors benefit from the class by revisiting the basics.

**On Camera Acting I (with Ted Rooney)

7 week course

Limited to 12 Actors

Dates: June 5th - July 17th

Time: Tuesdays 6:30pm - 9:30pm

The total cost is $345 (before discount).

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera. 

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head. 

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class. 

The balance  is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact Megan at megangotz@gmail.com 

Audit Spots Available in On Camera I

If you have been interested in my On Camera I class, but you are not ready to commit, come to our first class this Tuesday night and see what it is like. There are a couple empty seats, so I would like to open them up to visitors. There is no obligation, of course, but if you wanna join after your visit, there is still room. If wanna come visit, please don’t just show up. Let me know, and I will send you the class information.

Cheers. Ted

**On Camera Acting I (with Ted Rooney)

7 week course

Limited to 12 Actors

Dates: June 5th - July 17th

Time: Tuesdays 6:30pm - 9:30pm

The total cost is $345.

Beginning with improv and easing into scripted scene work, this is a relaxed,

fun approach to getting comfortable in front of the camera. 

The objective of the class is to establish the foundations of a process that emphasizes

simply listening and talking - being "in your skin" - as opposed to in your head. 

This is a great transitional class for theatre actors and an excellent foundational class for new actors.

All work is filmed, reviewed and discussed - time permitting.

A 100 dollar deposit holds a spot. Refunded only up to 48 hours before the first class. 

The balance ($245) is due by the second class, after which there is no refund.

Venmo and Paypal work. Venmo (free) via: 323-819-9622.

Paypal address: twrooney@pacbell.net (Choose Friends or Family to avoid surcharge).

Credit Card Square payments (add 3% surcharge) are also accepted.

To register or for questions contact Megan at megangotz@gmail.com 

http://pdxacted.blogspot.com/

Rooney Totman Studio (Class Location - NOT payment address)
305 SE 3rd Ave  4th Floor
Portland, OR 97213