Business Details
35 Years
experience
Acting Classes and Voiceover Training in Norfolk, VA
The Actors' Place has been dedicated to training actors since 1991, offering comprehensive instruction in acting, voiceover work, and on-camera techniques. Founded by Keith Flippen, a seasoned actor with over 70 film and television credits, the institution combines decades of industry experience with proven methodologies like the Meisner Technique and Patsy Rodenburg's presence and breath work. Our curriculum emphasizes practical skills for self-taped auditions, character development, and professional growth, preparing students for careers in film, television, and voice acting.With both in-person and online classes, we provide flexible learning options tailored to aspiring actors at all levels. Our commitment to artistic integrity and technical proficiency has produced alumni working across entertainment industries nationwide.
Services
Acting Classes
Voiceover Training
Private Coaching
Audition Technique
Scene Study
Character Voice Creation
Online Courses
Meisner Technique
Presence and Breath Work
Dialect Coaching
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 35 years of professional acting experience from our lead instructor
- Personalized coaching for auditions and monologue development
- Specialized training in self-taped audition techniques and character voice creation
- Proven curriculum developed through decades of industry practice
- Flexible learning options with both online and in-person classes
Services
Acting Classes
Structured programs covering Meisner Technique, on-camera acting, and scene study. Students develop truthful reactions, character development, and industry-specific skills through weekly sessions. Classes prepare actors for professional auditions and performances in film, television, and theater.
Voiceover Training
Specialized instruction in voice acting for radio, TV, animation, and video games. Curriculum includes microphone technique, character voice creation, and self-recording workflows. Students gain practical experience through weekly recording assignments and professional critique.
Private Coaching
One-on-one sessions for audition preparation, monologue development, and career guidance. Tailored instruction covers dialect work, vocal technique, and industry-specific challenges. Available for camera auditions, college applications, and professional skill refinement.
Audition Technique
Comprehensive training for self-taped auditions covering lighting, framing, and script analysis. Students learn to deliver compelling reads while understanding casting directors' expectations. Weekly assignments develop consistency and technical proficiency for remote submissions.
Character Voice Creation
Specialized course focusing on vocal manipulation for animated characters and video game roles. Students explore pitch, resonance, and physicality techniques to create diverse character voices. Curriculum includes home recording setup and industry-specific audition strategies.
People
Keith Flippen
Instructor
With 35 years of film and television experience, Keith Flippen founded The Actors' Place in 1991. His 70+ screen credits include work on HBO productions and major network shows. Certified in Patsy Rodenburg's presence techniques, he specializes in actor training and professional development.
Questions
What acting techniques do you teach?
We focus on the Meisner Technique for truthful reactions, Patsy Rodenburg's presence and breath work, and practical audition techniques for film and television.
Do you offer online classes?
Yes, we provide structured online courses in voiceover, audition technique, and character voice creation with weekly assignments and instructor feedback.
How can I prepare for self-taped auditions?
Our 7-week audition technique class covers lighting, framing, script analysis, and technical setup for professional-quality self-taped submissions.
Are private coaching sessions available?
Yes, we offer personalized coaching for auditions, monologue development, and career guidance at $45-$100 per half-hour session.
What experience do instructors have?
Founder Keith Flippen has 35 years of professional acting experience with 70+ film and television credits, including HBO productions and network series.
Reviews (1)
Lisa K.
Jun 01, 2016
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I looked forward to On-Camera Audition Intensive every week with instructor, Lucia Scarano. Her years of experience in the business and her down-to-earth, warm personality really made this six session class invaluable. She provided real-life audition scenarios every week where we were asked to self-tape and submit. Then we critiqued our auditions in class and then "put it on its feet, " performing it again on camera in class after critique and class discussion.
There was always time for questions about all aspects of the acting industry. Lucia provided a lot of useful information and insight that I will definite use as I move forward in my career. I am much more confident and prepared to audition now.
There was always time for questions about all aspects of the acting industry. Lucia provided a lot of useful information and insight that I will definite use as I move forward in my career. I am much more confident and prepared to audition now.
