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Fall Cycle

October-December 2023

For our Fall 2023 cycle we are opening registration to all interested actors, the Weekend Intensive is not required as a prerequisite. Please review each class description thoroughly before registering.

To Register for Class:

  1. Select your preferred class from the course options below.
  2. Select your preferred day and time from the listed options and click on the corresponding payment button.
  3. Once you’ve paid we will email over confirmation and next steps.
  4. Once a class section  is sold out it will be indicated on the website.
  5. Registration Closes October 6th.

Having trouble? Want insight on what might be the right class for you? Returning student and want teaching staff to place you based on class performance?  Feel as though one class is better than the other for you, but the requirements aren’t a fit?  Email the Studio!  We’re happy to assist in getting you registered for class, and answering any questions you may have! (mornellstudios@gmail.com)

The Creative Rebuild:

A Restorative Journey for Creatives

TAUGHT BY: Sara Mornell

This 10 week class with Sara Mornell explores her work traditionally done with corporate clients and their artists, athletes,and celebrities embarking on career defining roles or shifts. An indepth small group approach open to the advanced actor looking to use this downtime as a time for explosive  creative growth.

This class is NOT  focused on audition based material or scene study.

Sample of Concepts Covered:

Letting Go of Perfectionism

Getting it right syndrome is crippling. Learn to break free from the limiting beliefs that you need to be perfect and get it right.

Losing the Need to Please

This class is for those who put everyone before themselves and have spent a lot of time focused on others. The class will shift that need and teach how to say NO.

Being in your Authentic Voice

There are so many influences in our lives. So many people are living according to someone else’s rule set. Learn who you are outside of what you have been told and tap into your authentic self.

Power of the Pivot

When life changes as it does, how do you deal with it? “Pivoting” is a big word in business. How can we make it a practice?

Opening the door to Worth

A big one for so many. We will look into how and where you find your worth and what is keeping you  from believing it.

Finding your flow

A big one for my athletes and hosts. How to be in flow in our work means it needs to be part of our daily life. What is flow and how to find your version.

Tackling Imposter Syndrome

Why are we afraid to step into the spotlight and yet can crave it. Letting go of playing small means looking into why we shy away from greatness.

The Details:

Level: Advance

Type : 10-Week Session

Meets via Zoom: Once a week for 2 hours

Class Fees: $225  | For each 3-4 weeks of class 

Dates:

Mondays  10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30| 11/6, 11/13, 11/27| 12/4, 12/11, 12/18

Wednesdays 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1| 11/8, 11/15, 11/29 |12/6, 12/13, 12/20

Class Size: LIMITED TO 12 ACTORS PER SECTION

Register Here for Mondays @ 11am-1pm Eastern Time

Register Here for Mondays @ 7pm-9pm Eastern Time

Register Here for Wednesday @ 7-9pm Eastern Time

*This section is for Actors who have previously worked with Sara extensively ONLY (coaching, ongoing classes, etc) *

On Camera I

TAUGHT BY: Anna Borchert & Nicole Johnson

This class will focus on implementing and expanding on the work students have completed at Mornell Studios and applying it immediately to the real world of self-tape and Zoom auditions. Students will have the option to self-tape prior to each class, receive notes on their tapes, and/or work their materials during class sessions while also focusing on preparing for Zoom auditions and callbacks. Sample classes may include working with action, taking direction/redirection, etc. All Mornell Studios on-camera classes have multiple components focusing on knowing the tone of show/genre. Students also have the option to bring in current auditions to work on in lieu of the class assignment. The material in this class will focus primarily on Co-Star and Recurring Co-Star roles. Please note this class may have the potential to run over by 30 mins.

Sample of Concepts Covered: 

  • Cable vs. Network: Know The Tone while Serving Story
  • Strong Start/Strong Finish: Draw them in and leave them wanting more
  • Mastering the Technical: Props, Framing and Environment

 

The Details:

Type : 10-Week Session

Meets via Zoom: Once a week for 3

Dates: 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31 |11/7, 11/14, 11/28 |12/5, 12/12, 12/19

Class Fees: $225  | For each 3-4 weeks of class 

For those who have never taken a class at Mornell Studios or are newer to acting, and want to continue to build both their self taping skills, and understanding script analysis in an audition setting. Ages 18+

Register Here for Tuesdays @ 6pm-9pm Eastern Time

On Camera II – Advanced

TAUGHT BY: Anna Borchert & Nicole Johnson

Geared towards a more intimate weekly workout the goal of this class is to keep students fresh, prepared, and challenged for self-tape auditions with new and more in-depth material. A priority will also be placed on actors trusting their choices and being ready to work in a more collaborative manner while receiving notes in a callback or onset. Students will have the option to self-tape prior to each class, receive notes on their tapes, and/or work their materials during class sessions while also focusing on preparing for Zoom auditions and callbacks. Students also have the option to bring in current auditions to work on in lieu of the class assignment. The material in this class will focus primarily on a mix of Series Regular, Recurring Guest Star and Guest Star Roles. Please note this class may have the potential to run over by 30 mins.

 Sample of Concepts Covered: 

  • Fast Turnaround Auditions
  • Action, Breathwork, Horror: How to Handle Challenging Hurdles in Auditions
  • Handling Dummy Sides & Little to No Project Info Available Auditions

 

 

The Details:

Type : 10-Week Session

Meets via Zoom: Once a week for 3.5 hours

Dates: 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1 |  11/8, 11/15, 11/29 | 12/6, 12/13, 12/20

Class Fees: $225  | For each 3-4 weeks of class 

For those who have taken classes at Mornell Studios and have experience self taping regularly or the similar on camera  experience. Ages: 18+

Register Here for Wednesdays @ 6pm-9pm Eastern Time

To Register for Class:

  1. Select your preferred class from the course options above.
  2. Select your preferred day and time from the listed options and click on the corresponding payment button.
  3. Once you’ve paid we will email over confirmation and next steps.
  4. Once a class section is sold out it will be indicated on the website.
  5. Registration closes October 6th.

Having trouble? Want insight on what might be the right class for you? Returning student and want teaching staff to place you based on class performance?  Feel as though one class is better than the other for you, but the requirements aren’t a fit?  Email the Studio!  We’re happy to assist in getting you registered for class, and answering any questions you may have! (mornellstudios@gmail.com)

Looking for youth training? One on one coaching with our youth coach and private lessons are available! Email them here: marissacuevas@mornellstudios.com

FAQ

Jesse Williams

“The simple truth is that my performance, understanding, ability to progress, and yes, my employment, have all dramatically improved with the guidance and support of Sara Mornell. I consistently look to her for coaching, and wisdom, and am always, ALWAYS, better for it.”

– Grey’s Anatomy, Little Fires Everywhere

Mekia Cox

“If you want one of those coaches/teachers who tears you down to try to lift you up, Sara is not that. Sara is someone who will continuously lift your spirits reminding you of all the positive attributes that make you uniquely you, all the while tearing down all of the negative habits that are holding you back. She sincerely cares about each and every actor/actress she works with. Working with her has been so helpful to my career. I cannot thank her enough for the positive impact she’s had on my life.”
– The Rookie, Chicago Med

Noah Centineo

“When I was younger I worked on Disney Channel and Nickelodeon, I had a natural ability to perform and to act but I would never have been able to work on Network Television if it wasn’t for Sara. I owe so much to her not only as a teacher, coach and mentor but also as a friend. She is the derivative, she is the reason my career is where it is and why I’m so confident in where my career will go.”

-To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, Black Adam, The Fosters

Atkins Estimond

“In Atlanta the options for good training are limited…I could see the bigger opportunities, but they were out of my reach. I didn’t feel like there was anyone who could take me to that next level and I didn’t want to sit in classes wasting my time and money. I had heard from some trusted sources that Sara was doing something very different and special at her studio. I took the first intensive that Sara did in Atlanta and I could tell right then that she could get me to where I wanted to be. I got into her class as soon as possible and in the short time that I’ve been working with her, I’ve had so many breakthroughs and experienced so much growth. Taking class with Sara has also been the first time that I’ve found myself inspired and motivated by the progress of my classmates. Sara doesn’t teach you how to act for the camera, she teaches you how to live on camera.”

– Hightown, Lodge 49

Christina Ochoa

“If you are considering taking the 2 day Intensive, don’t even hesitate. Sara redefined my entire outlook on the audition process.”

– A Million Little Things, Animal Kingdom, Promised Land

Paul Karmiryan

“I found Sara at a critical transitional period in my career and my life. As a dancer branching out into acting she gave me the tools and instilled in me the mindset needed to succeed in this industry in just a few months, not after years and years of training. Her coaching has helped me book 2 co-stars, 2 guest stars, and a supporting role in a movie from Netflix to ABC to Lifetime. Sara Mornell is the best thing this industry has seen and it all comes from the simple fact that she genuinely wants her actors to succeed and will move mountains to ensure that.”

-Veronica Mars, FBI

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