Description

What makes a good monologue? How do you make bold choices that will support the character within a monologue? A seasoned character actor, Jake will guide participants through a 2-hour workshop of exercises to examine and experiment with pieces of a monologue and learn how to apply those characteristics to their own monologues.​​​​

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About the Artist

Jake is a writer, director and actor. A native Daytonian, he studied acting at Wright State University, then headed to Walt Disney World where he performed in 27 different shows over the course of a thirty year career as an Equity actor. Jake has written and directed shows for Princess Cruises, Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Lines, SeaWorld, The Human Race Theatre Company, Zoot Theatre and Universal Studios. As an educator, Jake has taught acting and improvisation for The Human Race, Wright State University, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, and The Muse Machine.

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Session Information

This interactive workshop is open to students, grades 7-12.​

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What to Bring

Participants are encouraged to bring a monologue that has been performed in an audition or is being prepped for a college audition to work on.