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Winter Cycle

January-March 2024

For our Winter 2024 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. Pay your January deposit. The remaining class fees will be due week 1 of class in January 2024.
  4. Once you’ve paid we will email over confirmation and the next steps.
  5. Once a class section is sold out it will be indicated on the website.

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)

WORK: Mondays With Sara

TAUGHT BY: Sara Mornell

This class meets 3 weeks a month, and is a working actor group for those who have worked extensively with Sara, or have been in her Monday class previously. If you have been in Monday’s group pre-summer 2023 then you can sign up yourself, if you aren’t sure, ask! 

THE CLASS STARTS FEBRUARY 2024

The Details:

Taught by: Sara Mornell

Meets via Zoom: Once a week for 3 Hours

Dates: FEB 2/5, 2/12, 2/19   | MAR 3/4, 3/11, 3/18

Deposit: $150

Class Fees: $250  | For each 3-4 weeks of class

Class Size: LIMITED TO 14 Actors

Register Here for Mondays @ 6pm

Register Here for Mondays @ 6pm Eastern Time

On Camera II Advanced | Tuesdays

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 runs 3.5 Hours. 

Sample of Concepts Covered:

  • Audition Triage
  • Tone/Genre Showdown
  • BYO-Audition
  • Breathwork in Action
  • Elevating the Role

 

The Details:

Taught By: Anna Borchert & Nicole Johnson

Meets via Zoom: Once a week for 3.5 Hours

Dates:  JAN 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30  | FEB  2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27 | MAR 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26

Deposit: $150

Class Fees: $250  | For each 3-4 weeks of class

For those who have experience self taping regularly or the similar on camera  experience. Ages: 18+

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

On Camera II Advanced | Wednesdays 

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 runs 3.5 Hours.

Sample of Concepts Covered:

  • Audition Triage
  • Tone/Genre Showdown
  • BYO-Audition
  • Breathwork in Action
  • Elevating the Role

 

 

The Details:

Taught by: Anna Borchert & Nicole Johnson

Meets via Zoom: Once a week for 3.5 hours

Dates:  JAN  1/10/ 1/17, 1/24, 1/31 | FEB  2/7, 2/14, 2/21,2/28  | MAR  3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27

Deposit: $150

Class Fees: $250  | For each 3-4 weeks of class

Class Size: Limited to 14 actors.

 

For those who have experience self taping regularly or the similar on camera experience. Ages: 18+

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

From Audition To Martini Shot | Tuesdays

TAUGHT BY: Sara Mornell

Over the course of this class, Sara will take actors through the whole booking process. From the first moments of receiving an audition to wrapping the martini shot on set.

  • Table Reads
  • Chemistry Reads
  • Role Prep
  • Handling negotiations & rep relationships
  • Dealing with the reality of Zoom.
  • Special Working Actor Guest Co-Teachers

     

    The Details:

    Meets via Zoom: Once a week for 3 Hours

    Dates: JAN 1/16, 1/23, 1/30  | FEB  2/6, 2/13. 2/20, 2/27 | MAR 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26

    Deposit: $150

    Class Fees: $250  | For each 3-4 weeks of class

    Age: 18+

    Class Size: LIMITED TO 14 Actors

    Register Here for Tuesdays @ 6pm Eastern Time SOLD OUT

    Wednesday Workout | Wednesday

    TAUGHT BY: Sara Mornell

    For actors who have worked with Sara for a minimum of 3 months. Dig deeper into the Mornell Method and explore taking risks in a weekly workout format. Classes focused on deepening what it means to bring you to the work and how to become fearless risk-takers in your auditions.

         

        The Details:

        Meets via Zoom: Once a week for 3 Hours

        Dates: FEB  2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28  | MAR  3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27

        Deposit: $150

        Class Fees: $250

        Age: 18+

        Class Size: LIMITED TO 14 Actors

        Register Here for Wednesdays @ 6pm Eastern Time

        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. Pay your January Deposit. The remaining class fees will be due week 1 of class in January 2024.
        4. Once you’ve paid we will email over confirmation and next steps.
        5. Once a class section is sold out it will be indicated on the website.

        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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