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Emmy-Nominated Director to Teach Acting Workshop at Stonington COMO

Ages 8-15 invited to one-day workshop at Stonington COMO

Stonington, Connecticut- Does award season have you dreaming about becoming a star? The COMO has the perfect opportunity for you! For any young actors ages 8-15 who want a career in television, film or commercials, this Acting for the Camera Workshop is your way in! This hands-on workshop will teach critical acting skills, such as how to differentiate between film, stage and television scripts, to effectively read from a teleprompter, to ace your auditions, either in person or online, and to stay cool and banish on-set anxiety. As a special bonus, all workshop participants will receive a professional digital 8x10 headshot for their portfolios!

Workshop leader Michael Lombardi is an accomplished actor, writer, producer, and Emmy-nominated director. He created the hit family comedy television series, Welcome to Grandpaville, and the upcoming new comedy series The Misadventures of Brooke & Carly.

Acting for the Camera will take place on Saturday, February 25, from 10am – 3pm at the Stonington Community Center, located at 28 Cutler Street in Stonington. The cost for the day is $179 for members and $199 for nonmembers. For more information, or to register for the workshop, please visit www.thecomo.org/drama-programs. Call the COMO at 860-535-2476 for any questions.

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