CONSERVATORY PERFORMANCE FALL 2018
Directed by Nina Fry, the Fall 2018 Conservatory Performance represents a culmination of 2 years of study.
OLD FRIENDS WHO JUST MET
A Clifford Odets Play Commission, Old Friends Who Just Met follows nine roommates of Odyssey College’s class of 2001 and how they navigate their internal lives while living in a time of uncertainty and change.
BLUE SURGE
It is fall in the midwest, Curt a cop who wants to be a park ranger, is the lead officer in taking down a Naughty but Nice ‘massage parlor.’ The combined efforts of Curt and bumbling partner Doug fail at doing what appears to be an easy job.
Carla Stickler: Defying Gravity
Actress and vocal coach Carla Stickler reflects on taking over the role of Elphaba in Wicked on Broadway.
‘IN THE CHAIR’: DANCE: TEN, LOOKS: SCHMUR
Actress & choreographer Theresa Burns drops by the studio to talk about musical theatre as well as how she worked her way up the ladder to her Equity card. Knox Van Horn & Bella Harris join to talk about industry standards and body positivity.
AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE
After Dr. Stockmann discovers contamination in the water supply of a small town, he is abused, ignored, and forced into silence when he tries to tell the public about the issue.
‘IN THE CHAIR’: YOUR THORNS ARE THE BEST PART OF YOU
Actors Studio member Geoffrey Horne speaks to Will & Samantha about the sensitivity actors need to employ in the face of a daunting and harsh industry.
‘IN THE CHAIR’: LADY GAGA & THE #METOO MOVEMENT
Will & Samantha are joined by Lady Gaga’s former teacher Tim Crouse to talk about her body of work as both an artist and an activist.
Strasberg Alumnus Adam Bakri Stars Opposite Keira Knightley
Exciting news for Adam Bakri, who has previously starred as the titular character in “Omar” and many Off-Broadway plays.
LOVE AND INFORMATION
A kaleidoscopic play of short scenes addressing contemporary issues about knowledge, technology and communication, and our capacity for love.
Brave Bryn Carter Soars to New Heights
Interview with Bryn Carter about her newly soaring career and how hshe taps into the mind of an 8 year old boy in the new play SCRAPS.
Alumni Spotlight: Sabrina Worsch
Worsch discusses her work on the movie “Letting Go” and her role as both actor and producer.
Corey Camperchioli Explores Queer Identity in FEMME
Corey Camperchioli talks about FEMME, hisnew film about LGBTQ identity. FEMME premiered at film festivals with rave reviews.
Strasberg Alumna Laura Holland Cultivates New Work
Laura Holland discusses her collaboration with fellow NYU alumna, Paige Esterly, when producing and creating the new play “The Torso”.
CONSERVATORY PERFORMANCE SUMMER 2018
The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute 2-Year Conservatory students present their final showcase.
Andréa Winter Debuts at New York Film Festival
Andréa Winter reflects on her work in “Blood Paradise”, a feature film from Swedish creator Patrick von Barkenberg.
GOOSEY
Growing up, Lucy had to deal with her father’s fame as a comedian and, especially, his most prominent creation: Days in the Hospital – a TV show inspired by her mother’s death.
Lady Gaga Shines on Stage & Screen
After finding immense success on film, Lady Gaga is returning to the stage for a residency at MGM Park in Las Vegas.
Strasberg Alumni Rack Up Emmy Nominations
Three Strasberg alumni – Rachel Brosnahan, Laura Dern, and Alec Baldwin – are up for Emmy awards this year!
Alumni Spotlight: Y’lan Noel Takes Aim at Institutionalized Racism in The First Purge
Spotlight on the career of Y’lan Noel and his recent success in The First Purge and the need he had to use the Method on set.
NYU AT STRASBERG ALUM, DYLAN TASHJIAN, BUILDS A THEATRE FOUNDATION IN NORTH CAROLINA
Dylan Tashjian has co-founded The Hickory Playground, a theatre company focused on developing new works.
Armie Hammer Explores Toxic Masculinity in Broadway Debut: Straight White Men
Armie Hammer stars as Drew in the new Broadway play Straight White Men. the play explores the way that men are blind to their own privilege.
SHAKESPEARE DOWNTOWN: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Directed by Geoffrey Horne, Shakespeare Downtown’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream brings Shakespeare to life.
CONSERVATORY PERFORMANCE SPRING 2018
After 2 years of study, students of the conservatory program present their final showcase at LSTFI.