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Scene Study Series
On-Camera Acting Intensive
Audition Workshop
Class Summary
Taught by Artistic Director Charles Askenaizer, the Invictus Scene Study Series classes focus on the work of a singular playwright. The class will focus on one or more of a playwright’s works for the theatre, with each actor studying and playing multiple characters. The scene study mirrors the process of an Invictus production, starting with table work following with on-your-feet scene and monologue work.
Class Summary
Taught by Aaron Reese Boseman, this 4-week intensive course will equip students with the essential skills and techniques needed to confidently and effectively perform on camera. Through practical exercises, scene work, and personalized feedback, students will develop a strong foundation in on-camera presence, performance, and auditioning.
Class Summary
Taught by Invictus Casting Director Becca Holloway, this 2-day workshop explores the ins and outs of the audition. From the business of reviewing headshots, resumes, and audition etiquette, to preparing monologues and sides, this workshop will have you ready to take on your next audition!
Details
Arthur Miller Scene Study
Thursdays from March 6 through April 17, 2025 (7 weeks)
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
$375 per student
Class is limited to 14 students.
Instructor:
Charles Askenaizer
DETAILS
On-Camera Acting Intensive
Sundays from March 9 through March 30, 2025 (4 weeks)
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
$275 per student
Class is limited to 16 students.
Instructor:
Aaron Reese Boseman
DETAILS
Audition Workshop
Saturday, March 1, 2025 and Sunday March 2, 2025 (2 days)
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
$100 per student
Workshop is limited to 20 students.
Instructor:
Becca Holloway
All classes will be offered in-person at the Windy City Playhouse, 3014 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago, Illinois 60618.
Full payment must be made to confirm registration.
Class tuition is refundable if cancellation request is received no less than 48 hours before class commences. Refund will be net of a 3% credit card processing fee. Please email classes@InvictusTheatre.com to request refund.
REGISTRATION STEPS
Please click here to pay for your class and secure your spot.
Submit your headshot and resumé via our Registration Form.
YOUR INSTRUCTORs
Charles Askenaizer
Charles Askenaizer (he/him) is the Founding Artistic Director of Invictus Theatre where over 8 years he has led Invictus Theatre to 35 Joseph Jefferson Award nominations and 5 wins. Invictus Theatre directing credits include ANGELS IN AMERICA: MILLENNIUM APPROACHES//PERESTROIKA (upcoming), THE WINTER’S TALE (upcoming), NETWORK (Jeff Recommended), THREE SISTERS (Jeff Recommended), THE CRUCIBLE (Jeff Award Nomination - Director, Jeff Award Nomination - Production), JULIUS CAESAR, WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGNIA WOOLF? (Jeff Award Recipient- Director, Jeff Award Recipient- Production), HAMLET, 'NIGHT, MOTHER (Associate Director), THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, and OTHELLO. Since 2018 Charles has also directed several productions for Invictus's outreach programming in partnership with the Cook County Juvenile Justice System and Lawrence Hall. In 2024, Charles was named one of New City Magazine’s “Players 50 2024: The Rising Stars and Storefront Stalwarts.”
Aaron Reese Boseman
Aaron Reese Boseman (he/him), a Chicago native, is an American theatre artist and filmmaker. Boseman is a company member of Invictus Theatre and Artistic Director of Pulse Theatre Chicago. Boseman serves as an adjunct professor in Columbia College Chicago Department of Theatre and Dance. Film credits include: ROOM FOR MORE, NETWORTH, ART IS CHARISMA, THE PARK, VOICE OF PROTEST. Theatre credits include CLYDE’S, AMERICAN SON (Ghostlight Theatre), TOPDOG/UNDERDOG (Jeff Award Nomination- Director), THE MOUNTAINTOP, A RAISIN IN THE SUN (Invictus), BENEATH THE WILLOW TREE, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND (Jeff Award Winner), FABULATION; OR THE RE-EDUCATION OF UNDINE, THE COLORED MUSEUM, A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, IN THE BLOOD (PULSE), DETROIT ‘67 (CCC).
Becca Holloway
Becca Holloway is a director, casting director, and producer in the Chicago storefront scene. She is the resident casting director for Invictus Theatre, Red Theater, and Midsommer Flight, but has worked with many other companies around the city. An advocate for actors of all shapes and sizes, Becca strives to create a warm and welcoming room to ensure success for everyone auditioning. Casting Credits (Selected) : WICKED (National Tour Casting Associate/PA) VINEGAR TOM, Jeff Award-Winning INDOOR CATS, HAMLET, DOGS (Red Theater), WISE GUYS, PARTY AT THE PANTHEON, DIE HARD 4 YOUR LUV (Factory Theater), ROMEO AND JULIET (Midsommer Flight). Directing Credits (Selected) : WISE GUYS, DIE HARD 4 YOUR LUV, LOUIS LEPRINCE (Factory Theater), MUTED., DOGS (Red Theater), DISASTER! THE MUSICAL (Upcoming: Big Noise Theater).