Life After High School Workshop


Starting this fall, the Life After High School Workshop Intensive will begin in Atlanta and Macon, taught by Producer/ Director/ Writer/ Actor Chad Darnell

An award-winning filmmaker, actor, screenwriter and former casting director, Darnell has been consulting with teens and parents for years, both privately and at state thespian conferences.  He is now teaching a two-day intensive workshop for teens AND parents.

Day One: A four hour workshop for parents and teens to discuss options for "life after high school."
We'll discuss your immediate plans if you are considering college or a performing arts school:
  • Scholarships
  • Community Theatre While Going to College
  • College Productions and Student Films
We'll discuss your immediate plans if you are planning to start your career immediately:
  • How Do You Move, Live, Work and Survive in Hollywood?
  • How Do You Move, Live, Work and Survive in New York?
  • Classes, Classes, Classes and More Classes
  • Study, Study, Study, Study, Study and More Study
We'll also discuss:
  • Head shots and Resumes
  • Interviews
  • Getting an Agent
  • Marketing Yourself
  • Avoiding Scams
  • Making a Living While Pursuing a Dream
  • Professional Theatre, Film and Television Opportunities
  • Teachers, Training, Classes, Workshops, Showcases
Questions are encouraged throughout our discussion.

(Note: This day is open to parents, teachers, and all teens interested in careers in film and theatre, as well as careers as writers, producers and directors.)

Day Two: A six hour intensive study for teens interested in pursuing a career in acting with a focus on preparing for scholarship or agent and manager auditions (commonly called, "generals"). 

Actors are asked to come prepared with a one minute monologue, which we will critique as a group. We will also practice interviews and discuss audition etiquette.  Space is limited to 20 students (acting focus) for Sunday.


$85 for single teen (Saturday and Sunday)

$50 for parent, teacher, or teen (Saturday only) 


$100 for teen AND parent (Saturday and Sunday)



More dates coming soon!

And coming soon... "LIFE AFTER COLLEGE WORKSHOP" for people of all ages.


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