On Camera Audition Technique/Scene Study Classes 

The class focuses on:

• Acting for the Camera - getting immediate feedback from the take about what is working.
• The Context of the Scene - the "undeniables" -taking the weight of interestingness off the actor's shoulders to create the space for instinct.
• Vulnerability - the myriad ways we react in heightened situations to find a solution.
• Scene Analysis/Intellect - refocusing perspective on what the script tells us about what’s happening.
• Audition Etiquette - how to put yourself in the best light for the casting director.
• Organic Memorization - learning through connection with story - the doing.
• The traps we fall into during preparation for and at the audition.

I provide sides to work on the Saturday before class but you are always welcome to use your own sides for an upcoming audition. I am always available to work on auditions privately too. Thank you for your interest and let me know if you have any questions when filling out the inquiry form below.

BIO: Dave Bobb is an On-Camera Acting teacher and Professional Actor & Director with an MFA from The Shakespeare Theater Company's Academy of Classical Acting under Michael Kahn.

As an actor he just debuted on a new HBO series, SUCCESSION. He has worked at principle scale on BLUE BLOODS on CBS, alongside Robert DeNiro in Luc Besson’s THE FAMILY & on DIFFICULT PEOPLE on Hulu. He has wrapped the lead as Mikey in Renaissance Production’s episodic MIKEY is featured in CALLBACK at the 2016 San Sebastian, BFI London, Malaga Film Festival & Brussels International Film Festivals winning best picture at Malaga and grand jury at Brussels, LAST PICKUP at the 2016 Williamsburg International Film Festival, ALLERGIC TO CATS at the 2016 Newark International Film Festival, and in the Grand Prize winner FOREIGN SOUNDS at the Rhode Island Film Festival which first premiered at Cannes Film Festival Short Film Corner.  He just appeared in two episodes of the TV Series THE COBBLESTONE CORRIDOR. 

As a director his first film MOSTLY MERRIL  premiered at the 2016 Coney Island Film Festival.  His second film, SILVER LINING, has been bought for distribution and will be streaming on GAIA. He just sold his first script, Wedding Day, which is now in pre-production and is currently co-writing his first feature film as proof of concept for a series entitled WE KNOW THINGS ARE BAD.

You can view his IMDb page at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4932442/?ref

Testimonials:
"Dave's class taught me how to simplify the complex work in acting through solidifying whats most important, which has allowed everything else to fall into place. It's invigorating, refreshing, and brings a whole new meaning to my work!" - Michiko Sasaki 

"You are a great great teacher and motivator. With your continued help I can extract the moment to moment context and jump in, having no time to worry about the lines. It was one of the best auditions I ever had.  I was like a different actor in the room. Calm, collected, present and flexible to adjust." - Nimo Gandhi  

"I just booked an ep in Netflix new series! I know it is in part the class you teach and I will be back! Cheers to you!" - Leasen Almquist

“After the first scene the CD said, "That's what the tone is" and after the second scene she said "You nailed it" and that she liked my expression at the end. Onward and upward.  Thanks again!” - Sagar Patel

"I got a callback for the CBS casting initiative! Thanks so much for your help. I'm pretty certain it wouldn't have happened without it." -Marc DeLaCruz

"Thanks for all that you've gave me at our session last week. It was invaluable information. I will see you soon. Your coaching is excellent."  - Randy Schein

"Thank you for our session.... I really feel like I am growing as an actress each time I get to work with you. 🙃" - Stephanie Flanagan
"Ever since I took your class I have been getting more auditions.  Thank you so much." - Jeremie Carlson 

"Dave is an incredibly insightful acting teacher.  He has helped me get out of my head and emotionally connect with the script. Breakthroughs in his class are recurring and tremendous." - Noah Damer

“You are an exceptional teacher. I always love the content we cover in class from the script to our own personal lives and the blocks that we put up that hinder our growth and success.” - Maria Chookolingo

"This class is doing wonders for me!  I've had 3 callbacks for national commercials in the past month." - Abdul Howard

"You inspire me with how you teach each of us uniquely.  You recognize our strengths and weaknesses and get the knowledge of the craft across in ways we can understand.  It is fantastic.” - Nikoletta Thoma

"What I like about you is that you actually really care about your students and that you want them to progress, learn and do better.  Thank you for not just being a teacher, but for caring."  - Tamyko Vassel

"Your classes have helped so much.  I feel way more confident in myself when it comes to my acting." -Dominique Reyes-Ivory

"I did some kick ass work at an audition today; I KNOW my work with you has carried over. " - Kam Metcalf