Local H.S. Students Get Scholarship For Intensive Acting Program

WANTAGH, NY — A pair of local students will get the benefits of a master class from well-known actress Jurnee Smollett.

Terry Knickerbocker Studio is holding the first-ever summer acting program for high school students.

The studio typically works with college-level and older students, including professionals, looking to hone their craft.

• Trinity Bokelmann: A senior at Wantagh High School, who lives in Seaford, will receive a full scholarship.
• Leanne Lily Lazo: A Lynbrook resident, who is a junior at Holy Trinity Diocesan High School in Hicksville, will also receive a full scholarship.

The 10-day intensive acting program will feature the Meisner technique, voice, movement and creating your own work.

It aims to help young actors cultivate their unique voices.

"It’s a chance for high school students to study with distinguished professionals, explore their own talents and dreams, and acquire vital skills that will benefit them always," Knickerbocker said.

Smollett started acting as a child, appearing on "Full House" in the early 1990s. She was nominated for an Emmy Award in 2020 for "Lovecraft Country."