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		<title>Sean Pratt presents “The One Day MFA” with Daniel Pruksarnukul</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 02:00:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[WHAT: Sean Pratt presents, “The One Day MFA” – Mastering the Fine Art of Theatre Auditions and Actor Marketing” with Arena Stage Casting Director Daniel Pruksarnukul on Saturday, August 18th Daniel’s class, 5 Minutes to Shine goes from 10 to 1 and covers the following: • Each actor will perform 2 SHORT, contrasting audition pieces, [...]]]></description>
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<p>WHAT: Sean Pratt presents, “The One Day MFA” – Mastering the Fine Art of Theatre Auditions and Actor Marketing” with Arena Stage Casting Director Daniel Pruksarnukul on Saturday, August 18th  </p>
<p>Daniel’s class, 5 Minutes to Shine goes from 10 to 1 and covers the following:<br />
•	Each actor will perform 2 SHORT, contrasting audition pieces, running no longer than five minutes total.<br />
•	Daniel will provide feedback and give adjustments if needed.<br />
•	As time permits, Daniel will talk about the casting process at Arena Stage.  </p>
<p>Sean’s class, From Hello to Hired – Actor Marketing 101 is from 2 to 5. It will focus on:<br />
•	An understanding of the “Actor’s Business Cycle.”<br />
•	Various forms of advertising to get your marketing messages out.<br />
•	The “Nuts and Bolts” of setting up a marketing campaign.</p>
<p>WHEN: Saturday, August 18th 2012 – From 10am to 5pm, with a one hour lunch break.  Doors open at 9:30AM.</p>
<p>WHERE: Nine Yards Media – 667 S. Washington St., Alexandria, VA 22314</p>
<p>HOW:<br />
•	Class size is limited to EIGHT actors, only!<br />
•	$175 for both classes; Cash, Check or Pay Pal.<br />
•	$150 for members of: AEA, SAG, AFTRA, WIFV, TIVA, Actors’ Center.<br />
•	$125 for Student Actors; must have valid ID.<br />
•	To RSVP &#8211; contact seanpratt@comcast.net  and please put “August 18th class” in the subject line and tell if you are a member of one of the discount groups!</p>
<p>WHY: “Sean&#8217;s class made a lasting impression on me.  I use his tips and tricks to market myself, and his advice continues to pay off!” Joy Haynes &#8211; SAG/AFTRA<br />
www.joyhaynes.com</p>
<p>*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt offers his “NO KIDDING money back guarantee!” &#8211; If you’re not satisfied after the first hour of one of my Business of the Biz classes…if you feel it’s a waste of your time, then I’ll refund your money right then and there. NO KIDDING!<br />
*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt &#8211; has been a working actor for over 20 years with national film, TV and theatre credits as well as having narrated over 650 audio books.   He teaches classes on and writes articles about the business of the Biz. www.seanprattpresents.com </p>
<p>Daniel Pruksarnukul &#8211; has just finished his third season as the Casting Director of Arena Stage, and is now the Artistic Associate: Casting.  He is a graduate of the Allen Lee Hughes Fellowship program at Arena, and was awarded the Thomas Fichandler Award for Theater Management Excellence.  Other regional casting credits include projects for: Centerstage, Seattle Rep, and True Colors Theater Company.  He has directed shows for the Potomac Theatre Project&#8217;s After Dark Series, Arena Stage&#8217;s Student Playwrighting Project, the Capital Fringe Festival, and the Source Theatre Festival.</p>
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		<title>Audiobooks 101 &#8211; Sean Pratt Presents an All Day Workshop on Saturday, June 16th</title>
		<link>http://seanprattpresents.com/?p=645</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 03:40:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sean Pratt</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[WHAT: Sean Pratt and Erik Synnestvedt present two classes, on Audiobook Narration Technique &#038; Breaking into the Audiobook Business Sean’s Class: Tell Me a Story – Audiobook Narration Technique • In this audiobook version of an acting class, you’ll have the opportunity to work on your narration skills in a group setting. Sean will provide [...]]]></description>
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WHAT: Sean Pratt and Erik Synnestvedt present two classes, on Audiobook Narration Technique &#038; Breaking into the Audiobook Business</p>
<p>Sean’s Class: Tell Me a Story – Audiobook Narration Technique<br />
•	In this audiobook version of an acting class, you’ll have the opportunity to work on your narration skills in a group setting.  Sean will provide you with various books/genres to work with and give feedback as well as insights into working as an audiobook narrator.  If you’re looking to hone your skills or just want to see if audiobook narration is something you want to pursue, this class will give you an opportunity to have fun doing it.  Topics that Sean may cover include: how to differentiate character voices from narrative; recognizing and interpreting the author’s voice; the demands of different book genres; research.</p>
<p>Erik’s Class: We Don&#8217;t Mince Words – What it Takes to Break into the World of Audiobooks<br />
•	Have you been considering getting into audiobook narration, but are too intimidated to start? Don’t know the first thing about putting together your demo? Audiobook narrator and voiceover artist Erik Synnestvedt will lead you through the steps of how to break into this challenging, competitive and rewarding arena. You’ll learn who to contact, what to do to get your hat in the ring, and how to create an audiobook demo that will make publishers take notice. </p>
<p>WHEN: Saturday, Saturday, June 16th 2012 – from 10 to 5PM with a one hour lunch break.  Doors open 9:30.</p>
<p>WHERE: Nine Yards Media – 667 S. Washington St., Alexandria, VA 22314</p>
<p>HOW:<br />
•	$150 – By check or Pay Pal<br />
•	$135 &#8211; for members of the following groups: AEA, SAG, AFTRA, TIVA, WIFV, Actors’ Center, Baltimore Theatre Alliance.<br />
•	Class size is limited to EIGHT actors, only!<br />
To RSVP please contact &#8211; seanpratt@comcast.net . Please put “June 16th class” in the subject line and tell me if you are a member of one of the discounted groups!</p>
<p>*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt offers his “NO KIDDING” money back guarantee. “If you’re not satisfied after the first hour of one of my Business of the Biz classes…if you feel it’s a waste of your time, then I’ll refund your money right then and there. NO KIDDING!”<br />
*****************************<br />
WHY: &#8220;First of all thanks for an insightful class on last Saturday on Audiobooks 101 and Eric&#8217;s class on providing information on contacts with the industry. Both the classes were excellent &#8211; informative, well taught and got us engaged in learning.&#8221; &#8211; Sandeep Bharal</p>
<p>Sean Pratt, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), has been a working professional actor in the theatre, film, TV and voice-overs for 20 years.  He has been an audiobook narrator for 16 years, recording over 600 books in almost every genre and has received 6 AudioFile Magazine “Headphones” awards and two “Audie” nominations from the Audio Publishers Association.  For the last 10 years Sean has been helping actors, both students and professionals, to understand the complexities of the BIZ as well as reinvigorate and refocus their careers through his easy to understand, dynamic concepts. www.seanprattpresents.com</p>
<p>Erik Synnestvedt, (that’s SIN-est-vet) is a member of both AFTRA &#038; SAG, and an audiobook veteran of more than twelve years, with over 200 titles under his belt and counting.  Publishers include Penguin Audio, Christian Audio, Tantor, Gildan Media, The Library of Congress and more. He is also an experienced voiceover artist and on-camera performer who is particularly renowned for his sensitive portrayal of Naked Man in the Golden Tiki of Djbuti Buti.  Really.  <a href="http://www.voxover.tv">www.voxover.tv</a></p>
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		<title>Sean Pratt Presents a Daylong Workshop with Casting Director Betsy Royall!</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:45:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[WHAT: The One Day MFA: Mastering the Fine Art of MARKETING and FILM AUDITIONS &#8211; A day long workshop with Betsy Royall of Betsy Royall Casting, on Sunday, June 3rd 2012 focusing on Actor Marketing &#038; On-camera Auditioning. Betsy’s class, On Your Mark, Get Set, Action! – The On-Camera Audition is from 10AM to 1PM [...]]]></description>
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WHAT: The One Day MFA: Mastering the Fine Art of MARKETING and FILM AUDITIONS &#8211; A day long workshop with Betsy Royall of Betsy Royall Casting, on Sunday, June 3rd 2012 focusing on Actor Marketing &#038; On-camera Auditioning. </p>
<p>Betsy’s class, On Your Mark, Get Set, Action! – The On-Camera Audition is from 10AM to 1PM and covers the following:<br />
•	Betsy will talk about the do’s and don’ts of the on-camera audition.<br />
•	Each actor will be given an audition side prior to the class to prepare and perform on-camera. Betsy will provide feedback and give adjustments.<br />
•	As time permits, Betsy will talk about what constitutes proper audition etiquette.</p>
<p>Sean will present his seminar, From Hello to Hired – Actor Marketing 101, from 2PM to 5PM. It covers:<br />
•	An understanding of the “Actor’s Business Cycle.”<br />
•	Various forms of advertising to get your marketing messages out.<br />
•	The “Nuts and Bolts” of setting up a marketing campaign.</p>
<p>WHEN: Sunday, June 3rd 2012 – From 10AM to 5PM, with a 1 hour lunch break.  Doors open at 9:30AM.</p>
<p>WHERE: Betsy Royall Casting – 6247 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 21209<br />
<a href="http://www.betsycasting.com/Directions.html">http://www.betsycasting.com/Directions.html</a></p>
<p>HOW:<br />
•	Class size is limited to EIGHT actors, only!<br />
•	$175 &#8211; Cash, Check or Pay Pal.<br />
•	$150 – For members of the following groups: AEA, SAG, AFTRA, WIFV, TIVA.<br />
•	$125 – For Student Actors; must have valid ID!<br />
•	To RSVP &#8211; contact seanpratt@comcast.net  and please put “Sunday, June 3rd class” in the subject line and let me know if you’re a member of one of the discount group!</p>
<p>WHY: &#8220;Sean is a powerhouse of support, energy and inspiration.  His workshop grounds you with hands on tools for saying, &#8220;YES,&#8221; to yourself; fills you with a sense of possibility; gives you wings to fly.  Together, Sean and Betsy really offer something very unique.&#8221; – Mary Sarah Agliotta / Pennsylvania-based actress </p>
<p>*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt offers his “NO KIDDING money back guarantee!” &#8211; If you’re not satisfied after the first hour of one of my Business of the Biz classes…if you feel it’s a waste of your time, then I’ll refund your money right then and there. NO KIDDING!<br />
*****************************</p>
<p>Betsy Royall, (CSA) is an established casting director, proud member of the Casting Society of America, the International Coach Federation and serves on the advisory board of Women in Film and Video.  She casts for television, commercials, print and voice-overs, as well as major motion pictures in the Mid-Atlantic region.  Raised in the business, she has gained a reputation as one of the area&#8217;s most successful and caring casting directors. Visit www.betsycoaching.com for more about her work as a certified life coach specializing in creative types.</p>
<p>Sean Pratt, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), has been a working professional actor in the theatre, film, TV and voice-overs for 20 years. For the last 10 years Sean has been helping actors, both students and professionals, to understand the complexities of the BIZ as well as reinvigorate and refocus their careers through his easy to understand, dynamic concepts. www.seanprattpresents.com</p>
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		<title>Sean Pratt presents “The One Day MFA” with Daniel Neville-Rehbehn</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:39:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[WHAT: Sean Pratt presents, “The One Day *MFA” – *Mastering the Fine Art of Classical Theatre Auditions and Actor Marketing” a day long workshop with Daniel Neville-Rehbehn, Resident Casting Director for The Shakespeare Theatre Company on Saturday, June 30th Daniel’s class, Brush Up Your Shakespeare is from 10 to 1 and covers the following: • [...]]]></description>
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WHAT: Sean Pratt presents, “The One Day *MFA” – *Mastering the Fine Art of Classical Theatre Auditions and Actor Marketing” a day long workshop with Daniel Neville-Rehbehn, Resident Casting Director for The Shakespeare Theatre Company on Saturday, June 30th </p>
<p>Daniel’s class, Brush Up Your Shakespeare is from 10 to 1 and covers the following:<br />
•	Each actor will perform 2 SHORT, classical theatre audition pieces, running no longer than five minutes total!<br />
•	Daniel will provide feedback and give adjustments<br />
•	As time permits, Daniel will talk about the casting process at The Shakespeare Theatre    </p>
<p>Sean’s class, From Hello to Hired – Actor Marketing 101 is from 2 to 5 and will focus on:<br />
•	An understanding of the “Actor’s Business Cycle.”<br />
•	Various forms of advertising to get your marketing messages out.<br />
•	The “Nuts and Bolts” of setting up a marketing campaign.</p>
<p>WHEN: Saturday, June 30th 2012 – From 10am to 5pm, with a one hour lunch break.  Doors open at 9:30AM.</p>
<p>WHERE: Nine Yards Media – 667 S. Washington St., Alexandria, VA 22314</p>
<p>HOW:<br />
•	Class size is limited to EIGHT actors, only!<br />
•	$175 for both classes; Cash, Check or Pay Pal.<br />
•	$150 for members of: AEA, SAG, AFTRA, WIFV, TIVA, Actors’ Center.<br />
•	$125 for Student Actors; must have valid ID.<br />
•	To RSVP &#8211; contact seanpratt@comcast.net  and please put “June 30th class” in the subject line and tell me if you are a member of one of the discount groups!</p>
<p>WHY: “Sean&#8217;s class made a lasting impression on me.  I use his tips and tricks to market myself, and his advice continues to pay off!” Joy Haynes &#8211; SAG/AFTRA<br />
<a href="http://www.joyhaynes.com">www.joyhaynes.com</a></p>
<p>*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt offers his “NO KIDDING money back guarantee!” &#8211; If you’re not satisfied after the first hour of one of my Business of the Biz classes…if you feel it’s a waste of your time, then I’ll refund your money right then and there. NO KIDDING!<br />
*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt &#8211; has been a working actor for over 20 years with national film, TV and theatre credits as well as having narrated over 650 audio books.   He teaches classes on and writes articles about the business of the Biz. www.seanprattpresents.com </p>
<p>Daniel Neville-Rehbehn has cast numerous productions for The Shakespeare Theatre Company, including: Two Gentlemen of Verona, Much Ado About Nothing, Old Times, An Ideal Husband. Previously, Daniel worked at The Studio Theatre, casting several productions there. He has a BS in Theatre Design from Towson University. </p>
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		<title>Tell Me a Story &#8211; Tues May 22nd</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 18:49:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[WHAT: Sean Pratt Presents, “Tell Me a Story” on Tuesday, May 22nd, a class focusing on Audiobook Narration Technique. Sean’s Class, Tell Me a Story – Audiobook Narration Technique from 7PM to 10PM. It will focus on: • In this audiobook version of an acting class, you’ll have the opportunity to work on your narration [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>WHAT: Sean Pratt Presents, “Tell Me a Story” on Tuesday, May 22nd, a class focusing on Audiobook Narration Technique.</p>
<p>Sean’s Class, Tell Me a Story – Audiobook Narration Technique from 7PM to 10PM.  It will focus on:<br />
•	In this audiobook version of an acting class, you’ll have the opportunity to work on your narration skills in a group setting.  Sean will provide you with various books/genres to work with and give feedback as well as insights into working as an audiobook narrator.  If you’re looking to hone your skills or just want to see if audiobook narration is something you want to pursue, this class will give you an opportunity to have fun doing it.  Topics that Sean may cover include: how to differentiate character voices from narrative; recognizing and interpreting the author’s voice; the demands of different book genres; research.</p>
<p>WHY: “Tell Me A Story”… sounds sort of soothing, right?  I mean, I’ve done 40-odd plays, read all 7 Harry Potters to my kids (with accents), listened to scores of audiobooks – how hard could it be?  Don’t be fooled… this is a workout.  In this small, intensive, practical session, Sean dives right in, explaining vocal techniques using metaphors from music, classical theater training and other disciplines, and then hones straight in on areas where his students need them most.  </p>
<p>He reads examples from some of the hundreds of books he’s narrated, but the focus is on making the participants stretch their vocal equipment.  Possibly the most interesting part of the class was the challenges of non-fiction narration (but fiction was the most fun).  I will definitely be going back for more – but this time I’ll be bringing honey tea…or maybe whiskey! &#8211;Jennifer Georgia</p>
<p>WHEN: Tuesday, May 22nd 2012 – From 7PM to 10PM…doors open at 6:30</p>
<p>WHERE: The Actors&#8217; Center, Universalist National Memorial Church, 1810 16th St. NW (corner of 16th &#038; S) in the upstairs office.  Rush hour parking restrictions end at 6:30pm. We&#8217;re also near the Dupont Circle Metro and the U Street/Cardozo Metro.</p>
<p>HOW:<br />
•	$75 – By check or Pay Pal<br />
•	$50 &#8211; for members of the following groups: AEA, SAG, AFTRA, TIVA, WIFV, Actors’ Center.<br />
•	$40 – For any returning actor who has taken this class previously!<br />
•	Class size is limited to EIGHT actors, only!<br />
•	To RSVP please contact &#8211; seanpratt@comcast.net. Please put “March 27th Class” in the subject line and tell me if you’re a member of one of the discount groups.</p>
<p>*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt offers his “NO KIDDING” money back guarantee. “If you’re not satisfied after the first hour of one of my Business of the Biz classes…if you feel it’s a waste of your time, then I’ll refund your money right then and there. NO KIDDING!”<br />
*****************************</p>
<p>Sean Pratt, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), has been a working professional actor in the theatre, film, TV and voice-overs for 20 years.  He has been an audiobook narrator for 16 years, recording over 600 books in almost every genre and has received 6 AudioFile Magazine “Headphones” awards and two “Audie” nominations from the Audio Publishers Association.  For the last 10 years Sean has been helping actors, both students and professionals, to understand the complexities of the BIZ as well as reinvigorate and refocus their careers through his easy to understand, dynamic concepts. www.seanprattpresents.com</p>
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		<title>Tell Me a Story &#8211; Tuesday, April 24th</title>
		<link>http://seanprattpresents.com/?p=628</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 18:48:26 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><BR><BR>WHAT: Sean Pratt Presents, “Tell Me a Story” on Tuesday, April 24th, a class focusing on Audiobook Narration Technique.</p>
<p>Sean’s Class, Tell Me a Story – Audiobook Narration Technique from 7PM to 10PM.  It will focus on:<br />
•	In this audiobook version of an acting class, you’ll have the opportunity to work on your narration skills in a group setting.  Sean will provide you with various books/genres to work with and give feedback as well as insights into working as an audiobook narrator.  If you’re looking to hone your skills or just want to see if audiobook narration is something you want to pursue, this class will give you an opportunity to have fun doing it.  Topics that Sean may cover include: how to differentiate character voices from narrative; recognizing and interpreting the author’s voice; the demands of different book genres; research.</p>
<p>WHY: “Tell Me A Story”… sounds sort of soothing, right?  I mean, I’ve done 40-odd plays, read all 7 Harry Potters to my kids (with accents), listened to scores of audiobooks – how hard could it be?  Don’t be fooled… this is a workout.  In this small, intensive, practical session, Sean dives right in, explaining vocal techniques using metaphors from music, classical theater training and other disciplines, and then hones straight in on areas where his students need them most.  </p>
<p>He reads examples from some of the hundreds of books he’s narrated, but the focus is on making the participants stretch their vocal equipment.  Possibly the most interesting part of the class was the challenges of non-fiction narration (but fiction was the most fun).  I will definitely be going back for more – but this time I’ll be bringing honey tea…or maybe whiskey! &#8211;Jennifer Georgia</p>
<p>WHEN: Tuesday, April 24th 2012 – From 7PM to 10PM…doors open at 6:30</p>
<p>WHERE: The Actors&#8217; Center, Universalist National Memorial Church, 1810 16th St. NW (corner of 16th &#038; S) in the upstairs office.  Rush hour parking restrictions end at 6:30pm. We&#8217;re also near the Dupont Circle Metro and the U Street/Cardozo Metro.</p>
<p>HOW:<br />
•	$75 – By check or Pay Pal<br />
•	$50 &#8211; for members of the following groups: AEA, SAG, AFTRA, TIVA, WIFV, Actors’ Center.<br />
•	$40 – For any returning actor who has taken this class previously!<br />
•	Class size is limited to EIGHT actors, only!<br />
•	To RSVP please contact &#8211; seanpratt@comcast.net. Please put “March 27th Class” in the subject line and tell me if you’re a member of one of the discount groups.</p>
<p>*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt offers his “NO KIDDING” money back guarantee. “If you’re not satisfied after the first hour of one of my Business of the Biz classes…if you feel it’s a waste of your time, then I’ll refund your money right then and there. NO KIDDING!”<br />
*****************************</p>
<p>Sean Pratt, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), has been a working professional actor in the theatre, film, TV and voice-overs for 20 years.  He has been an audiobook narrator for 16 years, recording over 600 books in almost every genre and has received 6 AudioFile Magazine “Headphones” awards and two “Audie” nominations from the Audio Publishers Association.  For the last 10 years Sean has been helping actors, both students and professionals, to understand the complexities of the BIZ as well as reinvigorate and refocus their careers through his easy to understand, dynamic concepts. www.seanprattpresents.com</p>
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		<title>Sean Pratt Presents a Daylong Workshop with Casting Director Betsy Royall</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:58:41 +0000</pubDate>
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WHAT: The One Day MFA: Mastering the Fine Art of MARKETING and FILM AUDITIONS &#8211; A day long workshop with Betsy Royall of Betsy Royall Casting, on Sunday, April 15th 2012 focusing on Actor Marketing &#038; On-camera Auditioning. </p>
<p>Betsy’s class, On Your Mark, Get Set, Action! – The On-Camera Audition is from 10AM to 1PM and covers the following:<br />
•         Betsy will talk about the do’s and don’ts of the on-camera audition.<br />
•         Each actor will be given an audition side prior to the class to prepare and perform on-camera. Betsy will provide feedback and give adjustments.<br />
•         As time permits, Betsy will talk about what constitutes proper audition etiquette.</p>
<p>Sean will present his seminar, From Hello to Hired – Actor Marketing 101, from 2PM to 5PM. It covers:<br />
•         An understanding of the “Actor’s Business Cycle.”<br />
•         Various forms of advertising to get your marketing messages out.<br />
•         The “Nuts and Bolts” of setting up a marketing campaign.</p>
<p>WHEN: Sunday, April 15th 2012 – From 10AM to 5PM, with a 1 hour lunch break.  Doors open at 9:30AM.</p>
<p>WHERE: Betsy Royall Casting – 6247 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 21209<br />
<a href="http://www.betsycasting.com/Directions.html">http://www.betsycasting.com/Directions.html</a></p>
<p>HOW:<br />
•	Class size is limited to EIGHT actors, only!<br />
•	$175 &#8211; Cash, Check or Pay Pal.<br />
•	$150 – For members of the following groups: AEA, SAG, AFTRA, WIFV, TIVA.<br />
•	$125 – For Student Actors; must have valid ID!<br />
•	To RSVP &#8211; contact seanpratt@comcast.net  and please put “Sunday, April 15th class” in the subject line and let me know if you’re a member of one of the discount group!</p>
<p>WHY: &#8220;Sean is a powerhouse of support, energy and inspiration.  His workshop grounds you with hands on tools for saying, &#8220;YES,&#8221; to yourself; fills you with a sense of possibility; gives you wings to fly.  Together, Sean and Betsy really offer something very unique.&#8221; – Mary Sarah Agliotta / Pennsylvania-based actress </p>
<p>*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt offers his “NO KIDDING money back guarantee!” &#8211; If you’re not satisfied after the first hour of one of my Business of the Biz classes…if you feel it’s a waste of your time, then I’ll refund your money right then and there. NO KIDDING!</p>
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<p>Betsy Royall, (CSA) is an established casting director, proud member of the Casting Society of America, the International Coach Federation and serves on the advisory board of Women in Film and Video.  She casts for television, commercials, print and voice-overs, as well as major motion pictures in the Mid-Atlantic region.  Raised in the business, she has gained a reputation as one of the area&#8217;s most successful and caring casting directors. Visit www.betsycoaching.com for more about her work as a certified life coach specializing in creative types.</p>
<p>Sean Pratt, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), has been a working professional actor in the theatre, film, TV and voice-overs for 20 years. For the last 10 years Sean has been helping actors, both students and professionals, to understand the complexities of the BIZ as well as reinvigorate and refocus their careers through his easy to understand, dynamic concepts. www.seanprattpresents.com</p>
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		<title>Audiobooks 101 &#8211; Sean Pratt Presents an All Day Workshop on Saturday, May 19th</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2012 16:07:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[WHAT: Sean Pratt and Craig Klein present two classes, on Audiobook Narration &#038; Home Voice-Over Studios Sean’s Class: Tell Me a Story – Audiobook Narration Technique • In this audiobook version of an acting class, you’ll have the opportunity to work on your narration skills in a group setting. Sean will provide you with various [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><BR>WHAT: Sean Pratt and Craig Klein present two classes, on Audiobook Narration &#038; Home Voice-Over Studios  </p>
<p>Sean’s Class: Tell Me a Story – Audiobook Narration Technique<br />
•	In this audiobook version of an acting class, you’ll have the opportunity to work on your narration skills in a group setting.  Sean will provide you with various books/genres to work with and give feedback as well as insights into working as an audiobook narrator.  If you’re looking to hone your skills or just want to see if audiobook narration is something you want to pursue, this class will give you an opportunity to have fun doing it.  Topics that Sean may cover include: how to differentiate character voices from narrative; recognizing and interpreting the author’s voice; the demands of different book genres; research.</p>
<p>Craig’s Class: The Beginner’s Guide to Setting up a Home Studio on a Budget<br />
•	Are you missing out on voice over work because you can&#8217;t audition or record sessions from home?  No idea where to start?  Voice actor and award-winning radio creative director Craig Klein will guide the beginning and budget-conscious voice actor in setting up a studio at home.  You&#8217;ll walk away from this session with an understanding of the factors you need to consider, both in terms of equipment and your studio environment, and with enough information to get you started.</p>
<p>WHEN: Saturday, May 19th 2012 – from 10 to 5PM. </p>
<p>WHERE: Nine Yards Media – 667 S. Washington St., Alexandria, VA 22314</p>
<p>HOW:<br />
•	$150 – By check or Pay Pal<br />
•	$135 – For members of the following groups: AEA, SAG, AFTRA, TIVA, WIFV, Actors’ Center.<br />
•	Class size is limited to EIGHT actors, only!<br />
To RSVP please contact &#8211; seanpratt@comcast.net . Please put “Saturday, May 19th” in the subject line and let me know if you’re a member of one of the discounted groups.</p>
<p>*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt offers his “NO KIDDING” money back guarantee. “If you’re not satisfied after the first hour of one of my Business of the Biz classes…if you feel it’s a waste of your time, then I’ll refund your money right then and there. NO KIDDING!”<br />
*****************************<br />
WHY: </p>
<p>Sean Pratt, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), has been a working professional actor in the theatre, film, TV and voice-overs for 20 years.  He has been an audiobook narrator for 16 years, recording over 600 books in almost every genre and has received 6 AudioFile Magazine “Headphones” awards and two “Audie” nominations from the Audio Publishers Association.  For the last 10 years Sean has been helping actors, both students and professionals, to understand the complexities of the BIZ as well as reinvigorate and refocus their careers through his easy to understand, dynamic concepts. www.seanprattpresents.com</p>
<p>Craig Klein, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), is a working voice actor with international, national and local credits for clients including Toyota, GEICO, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Weather Channel, The NFL, Turner Sports, Walmart, The Smithsonian Channel and WETA-TV, amongst others.  In a previous life, Craig was an award-winning creative director for WHUR-FM and WAVA-FM, spent 10 seasons as an audio engineer with The Washington Redskins Radio Network, produced a radio show for former Redskins’ Head Coach Joe Gibbs, and has also been seen on DC area stages including The Shakespeare Theatre, Constellation Theatre and Metro Stage.  <a href="http://www.modernvoice.com">www.modernvoice.com</a></p>
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		<title>The One Day MFA &#8211; Sean Pratt Presents an All Day Workshop with Brenna McDonough.</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2012 16:06:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[WHAT: Sean Pratt and Brenna McDonough, actor and founder of On-Camera Training present The One Day MFA; Mastering the Fine Art…of Actor Marketing &#038; Improv Techniques for Commercials Sean will present his seminar, From Hello to Hired – Actor Marketing 101. It covers: • An understanding of the “Actor’s Business Cycle.” • Various forms of [...]]]></description>
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WHAT: Sean Pratt and Brenna McDonough, actor and founder of On-Camera Training present The One Day MFA; Mastering the Fine Art…of Actor Marketing &#038; Improv Techniques for Commercials</p>
<p>Sean will present his seminar, From Hello to Hired – Actor Marketing 101. It covers:<br />
•	An understanding of the “Actor’s Business Cycle.”<br />
•	Various forms of advertising to get your marketing messages out.<br />
•	The “Nuts and Bolts” of setting up a marketing campaign.</p>
<p>Brenna will teach her class: Improv for Commercials. This class will include:<br />
•	Improv scripts and situations with and without text.<br />
•	Everyone will have an opportunity to work several times on-camera with playback evaluation. Learn how to “heighten” your choices and commit to them.<br />
•	You will leave class with a greater sense of confidence regarding split second, creative choices that will make your audition and job authentic and original.</p>
<p>WHEN: Saturday, March 31st 2012 – from 10 to 5PM with a one hour lunch break.  Doors open 9:30.</p>
<p>WHERE: The ON-CAMERA TRAINING Studio. 4275 Howard Ave., Kensington, MD 20895. </p>
<p>WHY: “Sean&#8217;s class made a lasting impression on me.  I use his tips and tricks to market myself, and his advice continues to pay off!” Joy Haynes &#8211; SAG/AFTRA<br />
www.joyhaynes.com</p>
<p>HOW:<br />
•	$150 – By check or Pay Pal<br />
•	$135 &#8211; for members of the following groups: AEA, SAG, AFTRA, TIVA, WIFV, Actors’ Center.<br />
•	Class size is limited to TEN actors, only!<br />
•	To RSVP please contact &#8211; seanpratt@comcast.net . Please put “March 31st class” in the subject line and let me know if you’re a member of one of the discount group!</p>
<p>*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt offers his “NO KIDDING” money back guarantee. “If you’re not satisfied after the first hour of one of my Business of the Biz classes…if you feel it’s a waste of your time, then I’ll refund your money right then and there. NO KIDDING!”<br />
*****************************</p>
<p>Sean Pratt, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), has been a working professional actor in the theatre, film, TV and voice-overs for 20 years.  He has been an audiobook narrator for 16 years, recording over 600 books in almost every genre and has received 6 AudioFile Magazine “Headphones” awards and two “Audie” nominations from the Audio Publishers Association.  For the last 10 years Sean has been helping actors, both students and professionals, to understand the complexities of the BIZ as well as reinvigorate and refocus their careers through his easy to understand, dynamic concepts. www.seanprattpresents.com</p>
<p>Brenna McDonough is a full time professional actor and owner of On-Camera Training. Her career began in Chicago where studied Improv at Second City with Paul Sills. Brenna worked in Los Angeles and New York before making the Baltimore/Washington market her home.  Her work includes commercials, industrials, Feature and Indie films. She is a four time Peer Award winner and co-author, with her husband John Leslie Wolfe, of You Can Work On-Camera. www.oncameratraining.com </p>
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		<title>Tell Me a Story &#8211; Tuesday, March 27th</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2012 16:05:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[WHAT: Sean Pratt Presents, “Tell Me a Story” on Tuesday, March 27th, a class focusing on Audiobook Narration Technique. Sean’s Class, Tell Me a Story – Audiobook Narration Technique from 7PM to 10PM. It will focus on: • In this audiobook version of an acting class, you’ll have the opportunity to work on your narration [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><BR>WHAT: Sean Pratt Presents, “Tell Me a Story” on Tuesday, March 27th, a class focusing on Audiobook Narration Technique.</p>
<p>Sean’s Class, Tell Me a Story – Audiobook Narration Technique from 7PM to 10PM.  It will focus on:<br />
•	In this audiobook version of an acting class, you’ll have the opportunity to work on your narration skills in a group setting.  Sean will provide you with various books/genres to work with and give feedback as well as insights into working as an audiobook narrator.  If you’re looking to hone your skills or just want to see if audiobook narration is something you want to pursue, this class will give you an opportunity to have fun doing it.  Topics that Sean may cover include: how to differentiate character voices from narrative; recognizing and interpreting the author’s voice; the demands of different book genres; research.</p>
<p>WHY: “Tell Me A Story”… sounds sort of soothing, right?  I mean, I’ve done 40-odd plays, read all 7 Harry Potters to my kids (with accents), listened to scores of audiobooks – how hard could it be?  Don’t be fooled… this is a workout.  In this small, intensive, practical session, Sean dives right in, explaining vocal techniques using metaphors from music, classical theater training and other disciplines, and then hones straight in on areas where his students need them most.  </p>
<p>He reads examples from some of the hundreds of books he’s narrated, but the focus is on making the participants stretch their vocal equipment.  Possibly the most interesting part of the class was the challenges of non-fiction narration (but fiction was the most fun).  I will definitely be going back for more – but this time I’ll be bringing honey tea…or maybe whiskey! &#8211;Jennifer Georgia</p>
<p>WHEN: Tuesday, March 27th 2012 – From 7PM to 10PM…doors open at 6:30</p>
<p>WHERE: The Actors&#8217; Center, Universalist National Memorial Church, 1810 16th St. NW (corner of 16th &#038; S) in the upstairs office.  Rush hour parking restrictions end at 6:30pm. We&#8217;re also near the Dupont Circle Metro and the U Street/Cardozo Metro.</p>
<p>HOW:<br />
•	$75 – By check or Pay Pal<br />
•	$50 &#8211; for members of the following groups: AEA, SAG, AFTRA, TIVA, WIFV, Actors’ Center.<br />
•	$40 – For any returning actor who has taken this class previously!<br />
•	Class size is limited to EIGHT actors, only!<br />
•	To RSVP please contact &#8211; seanpratt@comcast.net. Please put “March 27th Class” in the subject line and tell me if you’re a member of one of the discount groups.</p>
<p>*****************************<br />
Sean Pratt offers his “NO KIDDING” money back guarantee. “If you’re not satisfied after the first hour of one of my Business of the Biz classes…if you feel it’s a waste of your time, then I’ll refund your money right then and there. NO KIDDING!”<br />
*****************************</p>
<p>Sean Pratt, (AEA / SAG / AFTRA), has been a working professional actor in the theatre, film, TV and voice-overs for 20 years.  He has been an audiobook narrator for 16 years, recording over 600 books in almost every genre and has received 6 AudioFile Magazine “Headphones” awards and two “Audie” nominations from the Audio Publishers Association.  For the last 10 years Sean has been helping actors, both students and professionals, to understand the complexities of the BIZ as well as reinvigorate and refocus their careers through his easy to understand, dynamic concepts. www.seanprattpresents.com</p>
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