Align yourself with your peak performance potential

Peak performance is more than performing in a theatrical production or athletic competition.  It's a process of learning that enables us to access the full potential of our mind and our body by using them together through artistic expression. 

We specialize in using the Chekhov Technique* to explore this potential and unlock your mental and physical flexibility.  Learn how to gain poise, achieve vocal and physical confidence, process anxiety, organize your thoughts, inspire and exercise your imagination and more. This introduction to our philosophy and approach to Performing Arts training and coaching is open to all levels of experience from novice to professional!

5 90-minute Sessions 

New Price 2022: $375.00 Cash or Cashier’s Check. Including Classes & Materials: Classes can be done 1-on-1, in person or via Webinar. Online price includes processing fees.

Also available: Headshotology

Book a Private session in person or online

Headshotology is an examination of what makes a working headshot from a Chekhov Peak Performance acting point-of-view and not your Facebook profile perspective.  

This 90-minute Workshop includes guidelines for mapping out your unique photoshoot like working with a photographer as well as make-up, hair professionals and, how to decide what to wear (and not wear!).  Tips from some top Los Angeles photographers will also be included.  

Please bring your head shots with you if have them!  

Workshop minimum: 6.   

This can also be booked as a Private Session with Charlyn d’Anconia.

New Price 2022: $97.00 Cash or Cashier’s Check. Includes Class and Materials. Additional Materials available for purchase. Online price includes processing fees.

There are Student Discounts available with valid I.D.  Pay Cash or Check (or by Credit Card with a 2% fee).

*For those unfamiliar Michael Chekov was a top student of the infamous Stanislavski, renowned Russian actor and acting coach and renowned author of the book On The Technique of Acting. The extensive exercises he created are designed to inspire imagination as well as nurture both the individual and the ensemble creative process.

Additional Performance Classes:

The Our Performing Arts Private, Semi-Private and small Group Acting classes also offer professional instruction in techniques that may apply to media training, on-camera or stage work, including Shakespearean. Check in with us regularly for class and workshop opportunities.

The FREE Playhouse Pilates APP for instant access to the Class/Workshop Calendar and real-time Session interaction with us will be back soon.

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