Building the Foundation You Need to Get Started as an Actor
A six-session acting class for anyone who wants to explore the creative process of acting for the first time. This class is designed to help you build confidence, embrace your personal power, and learn the basics of “acting” or, as we like to call it, creating!
- Dive into on-camera work for the first time in a safe, supportive environment
- Discover the basics of Margie’s 10-step approach to creating and living a life
- Learn to use nerves and “stage fright” to fuel your creativity
- Work directly with top industry coaches
- Build your self-confidence
- Find your authentic voice
Start Your Creative Journey
In the Foundation Intensive, our coaches introduce beginner actors to the Haber Philosophy of creating and living the life. Using material from film and television, students learn to shift their focus off of “performing” and instead bring their most imaginative, intuitive, and present selves to the acting process, while building their confidence along the way. In a safe and supportive environment, students develop and practice the basic skills needed for breaking down a script, working on-camera, auditioning, self taping, and “living the life.”
Meet Your Instructors
Jack Perry
Jack is a working actor in Los Angeles with over 20 years of experience fueled by his deep love for acting and actors. After earning a BA in Theatre Arts from Penn State University, he moved to New York City where he performed at venues including the Barrow Street Theatre, The Metropolitan Opera, and the New York International Fringe Festival.
Jack’s passion is acting for TV and film. Before relocating to LA, he appeared on 30 Rock, Ugly Betty, and Team Umizoomi, starred in an Italian feature film, and worked on numerous shorts and commercials. His 2024 credits include Ryan Murphy’s Monster(s), The Mattachine Family, and The Knowing. He also created, produced, and starred in the series Piano Lessons. In addition to acting, Jack is a musician and composer who teaches piano to adults and kids, which inspired this series.
As a proud member of Margie’s Masterclass, he values the studio’s support and encouragement. He’s thrilled to be part of the team and looks forward to helping students listen, share, have fun, and embrace the beautiful art of acting.
Lisa Carswell
Lisa, a Pacific Northwest native, earned her BFA cum laude from the Cornish Acting Conservatory in 1991 and trained extensively as a stage actress in Seattle. She worked in the vibrant local theatre scene, including Equity houses such as Seattle Repertory Theatre and ACT, and appeared in many regional commercials. Her TV debut came with a co-star role on Grimm followed by a guest spot on Z Nation. Lisa has also worked on several Northwest indie films, many available on Amazon Prime.
After raising twin boys, Lisa moved to Los Angeles in 2019, where she quickly immersed herself in the Margie Haber Studio’s Two-Week Intensive. She was drawn to the studio’s strong sense of family and supportive environment, continuing her training in advanced classes and Margie’s master class.
Since then, Lisa has built a promising career, appearing on network shows including Good Trouble, This Is Us, Gaslit, Truth Be Told, and For All Mankind.
Lisa is thrilled to lay the foundation for new actors interested in reclaiming their sense of play, finding their personal power, and exploring the creative life.
* FREE BONUS *
ACTING WITHOUT FEAR
When you claim your spot in the Foundation Intensive, you’ll also get access to this inspiring introductory lecture from Margie Haber. This online lesson will help familiarize you with some of Margie’s most important concepts so you get the most out of your Foundation Intensive.
Spots are Limited. Secure yours today!
Classes are conducted on-camera, with material from film and TV. Students will have the opportunity to participate in cold-read, warm-read, and callback scenarios, while gaining a solid foundation in Margie’s philosophy of “living the life” in auditions and on set. Open to actors ages 18+, and limited to 12 actors per session.
New students start their creative journey in an intensive. Continuing students are welcome to join an ongoing class after completing their intensive to keep building on what they’ve learned, week-to-week.
“Once I knew the audition had been scheduled, Margie was my first phone call. I knew that if anyone could help me get the part, it was Margie.”
Gregg Sulkin – Series Regular, “Wizards Of Waverly Place,” Series Regular – “Faking It,” Recurring Guest Star – “Pretty Little Liars”
“I came to see Margie, worked with her, got a whole bunch of great ideas and was so prepared to go back. I was going to go get this job and I was gonna knock their socks off because I was so ready.”
Halle Berry – Actress and Oscar Winner
“When I worked with Margie on the movie, Touch, I was all over the place until she centered my attention on the other character and VOOM! I was suddenly focused. She’s got the magic touch.”
Emily Rose – Actress, “Haven”
“Margie understands actors and is wonderful with them. She has developed a fabulous technique for auditioning and getting the job in a limited amount of time.”
Colin Egglesfield – Actor, “Melrose Place“, “Rizzoli & Isles,” “The Client List,” “All My Children”, Something Borrowed
“Studying with Margie was a very rewarding experience. With Margie you get what you see. The simplicity yet depth of her approach gave me the ability to realize the power of stillness and that her process is all about capturing the truth. The Haber technique is by far one of the most effective tools I use when I’m auditioning.”
Haaz Sleiman – 2008 Spirit Award Nominee For “The Visitor”
Please refer to our FAQ for any questions you may have about classes and safety protocols.
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