SOMATIC SCENE STUDY

10 weeks. 10 classes.
Take Control of Your Acting Career.

September 22 - November 24
Attend all 10 classes or purchase a 5-pack.
Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles
// 10 Sundays • 4-8pm //
40 hours of instruction

Why Wait for the Spotlight When You Can Build Your Own Stage?

Somatic Scene Study is designed to refine every aspect of your performance.

Develop powerful breathwork to enhance vocal and physical presence, master your voice, and learn to move naturally on stage and screen.

In these acting classes, you will get hands-on training that combines vocal mastery, dynamic movement, and deep character work, all crafted to elevate you from good to unforgettable.

Break free from limiting habits, apply your skills in real-world audition scenarios, and fuse movement with emotional depth using the Chekhov Technique. Dive into Laban’s movement dynamics, explore shadow work to bring authenticity to your roles, and connect deeply with your inner-voice.

Don’t just act—embody.

Led by esteemed coach and producer Jamie Wollrab, who’s armed with an arsenal of acting techniques that make even the most seasoned thespians take note. Featuring guest expert Bree Turner, whose nearly 30 years in the industry have taught her a thing or two about staying power.

No more holding back.

Get your early bird ticket for $800 and let’s bring the best of you to the spotlight.

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In These Classes You Will:

Develop confidence and presence on stage and screen.
Learn from industry professionals.
Master audition techniques.
Receive personalized feedback and mentorship.
Gain insights into achieving genuine work-life harmony.
Build rich and meaningful connections.

Join Us in Fall 2024

Embrace the Role & Direct Your Career.

Transform Your Acting in 10 Weeks.

Develop the foundation for powerful performance with a breath practice that enhances vocal and physical presence.
Week 1: September 22nd
Refine your voice as an instrument, mastering tone, pitch, and emotional expression to captivate any audience.
Week 2: September 29th
Learn to align your body and release tension, allowing for more natural and effective movement on stage and screen.
Week 3: October 6th
Enhance body awareness and movement efficiency, breaking free from habitual patterns that limit your performance.
Week 4: October 13th
Apply your skills in real-world scenarios with focused work on auditions and self-tapes, integrating everything you've learned so far.
Week 5: October 20th
Learn to fuse physical movement with inner emotional states using the Chekhov Technique. Harness the power of psychological gestures to create deeper, more resonant characterizations and performances.
Week 6: October 27th
Explore the intricacies of movement dynamics, understanding and applying Laban’s principles to create compelling physicality.
Week 7: November 3rd
Delve into the psychological depths, exploring the shadow aspects of your characters and yourself to bring more authenticity and intensity to your roles.
Week 8: November 10th
Strengthen the connection to your inner voice and intuition, allowing these tools to guide your creative decisions and deepen your performances.
Week 9: November 17th
Led by Bree Turner, this module helps you balance the demands of a rigorous acting career with personal well-being, ensuring long-term success and fulfillment.
Week 10: November 24th

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Testimonials

Lana Parrilla, Actress

Once Upon a Time, The Tax Collector
“Close your eyes. Take a deep breath and let's tune in to your body… These are Jamie Wollrab's famous first words at the beginning of every session. We start the beginning…from within. With the actor. That's what I've learned in the years I've been working with Jamie. He is…my acting coach of 5 years. We started working together after I landed the role of the Evil Queen on ABC's Once Upon A Time. An iconic role whose personality traits could quite easily land one in the looney bin. Jamie's brilliance, compassion, love for the craft and his plethora of acting techniques have kept me from going down a dark path with this character. Jamie is my acting conservatory. He has taught me that no matter how evil or dark a character may be, the choices we make don't have to come from a negative place. We make healthy, positive choices so as to help the actor not lose themselves in the process. He is so well versed in body work, voice, script analysis, character breakdown and so much more. All of what an actor needs to be their best. Jamie's assistance helped me elevate this character to levels I never thought imaginable… and make stronger choices to best show the complexities and nuances. I would highly recommend any artist to work with Jamie. Your experience will not only inspire you to be a greater performer, it will drive you to be a better human...”
Wes Chatham, Actor

The Expanse, Hunger Games Series, The Unit
“Jamie Wollrab has been my dear friend and coach for almost a decade. I believe the source of his enormous talent is in his compassion. He is an expert in scene study and character development as well as a master in voice and body work. What makes him unique is how he infuses the work with the process of healing. This allows the actor to be fully present with nothing in the way of doing their best work. He has been invaluable to me, and I think any artist would be better for working with him.”
Natalie Krill, Actress

“Working with Jamie is life changing. He has this unique way of getting right to the heart of what a student needs. His coaching is profound for the craft of an actor but also for the life of an actor. My work with Jamie has shifted my perception of myself and career. It has opened me up to truly believing in the possibilities that I felt inside. The work with Jamie moves quickly. It’s deep and it’s personal. He is extremely intuitive and caring. There is no hiding with Jamie. He guides you to finding and living your truth in your life which effortlessly begins to translate to your work. Working with Jamie really sets you on the path of an artist rather than just an actor. It is holistic and healing. It’s the only kind of work for my craft I care to do now.”
Kieren van den Blink, Actress

“What makes Jamie unique is that he is the only coach I can think of who stands on the bridge between a deep, grounded spirituality and a gifted performer/teacher/director. And so, what he brings to each person with whom he works is a spirituality that will not only make them deeper performers but happier and more expansive human beings.”
Abby Corrigan, Actress

“Jamie is one of those incredible teachers that can see you’re more than human- you’re this magical being filled with possibility. He’s the first teacher I think I’ve genuinely felt safe with. Jamie gives you the space needed to grow and also holds you when you need support. He gives you freedom to choose, and knowledge that will change your life’s vibration, and the way you approach your craft. There are so many different places to access that don’t have to come from pain, they come from pure artistry. Everything changes when you work with Jamie Wollrab. Everything. I’m honored to have him as a coach, and a friend.”
Sebastian Stan

Captain America Series, Avengers Series, I Tonya
“I’ve known Jamie since college. Since then, I’ve always admired him as an actor and took note of his uncompromising passion for the craft and for the theater.
Over the years, I’ve gotten to know Jamie also as a teacher and what has blown me away every time, every year, which never changes, is his dedication, commitment, and this relentless ability he seems to possess to find the truth in the work at all costs.
That idea, you know of searching where you make sure that ‘no rock is left unturned’ so to speak, well, with Jamie you can bet, there will be at least one rock that you didn’t think about, one idea that could be the clue to your character or to your performance, one key thing that he’s discovered.
I found the work we’ve done together with him as a coach necessary and revealing. His skills don’t stop there but include the voice and the body which he will make you realize you haven’t actually used, even though you thought you did.
The guy is like a traveling encyclopedia. There isn’t a master or a technique he won’t know about or that he hasn’t exploded or studied himself. And best of all, Jamie doesn’t possess a single dishonest bone in his body. I have respect and tremendous love and support for him.”

Meet Your Instructors

Lead Facilitator
For the better part of two decades, Jamie Wollrab has been a multi-faceted coach. In this time, he has worked with some of the most influential people in the entertainment, music, personal development, and wellness communities.
Beginning in 2002, his focus lay extensively in the area of performance, acting, and voice. He holds a BFA in Theatre from Texas Christian University and a Masters Degree in Acting from the Mason Grosse School of the Arts at Rutgers University. Beyond his studies in school, he has also been mentored by world-renowned voice teachers—Stewart Pearce and Nancy Mayans, respectively—and has studied with Bill Esper and Greta and Sandra Seacat. His vast experience in this area led him to coach and craft iconic performances throughout television & film on networks such as HBO, Showtime, ABC, and STARZ—many resulting in Emmy and Golden Globe nominations, Cannes and Tribeca Film Festival winners.
In 2014, Jamie began studying with the men’s leadership and embodiment coach, John Wineland, and assisted countless workshops with John in both the area of masculine work as well as relationship and intimacy. Additionally, Jamie co-teaches embodiment workshops geared toward Jungian shadow integration and chakra sound healing.
While his years spent in the world of acting and performance have greatly impacted and influenced him as a teacher, his true passion lies in joining success, artistic fulfillment, and emotional and spiritual health. He is deeply honored and privileged to bring his entirely unique set of skills to each and every client.
His company Jamie Wollrab Studios produced an award winning film PILGRIMAGE in 2021, he just directed A Steady Rain in Sante Fe while acting in the World Premiere of A Brothers Play. He has been teaching Acting, Voice and Men’s workshops all over the world.
Jamie currently lives in Los Angeles.

“If you want to work on your art, work on your life.”

— Anton Chekhov

Expert Guest Instructor
Bree Turner is probably best known for her six-season run as Rosalee Calvert, the Fuchsbau apothecary on NBC's acclaimed drama series, GRIMM.
Turner’s most recent portrayals include a dark turn as Ghislaine Maxwell in LAW AND ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT as well as the self- appointed doyenne of the cul-de-sac in the Lifetime movie, THE BABYSITTERS REVENGE.
She has appeared in many feature films over her career including James Ponsoldt’s SMASHED, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival; THE UGLY TRUTH alongside Katherine Heigl and Gerard Butler. She also co-starred in the box office hits JUST MY LUCK, DEUCE BIGALOW & SORORITY BOYS.
Other television credits include 911, THE MENTALIST, RAISING HOPE, THE WEDDING BAND, RULES OF ENGAGEMENT, THE GHOST WHISPERER, MASTERS OF HORROR and COLD CASE.
Born and raised in Northern California, Turner came South to attend UCLA, where she actively pursued her passion for dance and theater. She worked as a professional dancer for seven years, appearing in such movies as MY BEST FRIEND’S WEDDING, THE BIG LEBOWSKI and AUSTIN POWERS. She was featured in the iconic GAP KHAKI dance commercial campaign, and was a backup dancer with Cher for the American Music Awards, choreographed by Kenny Ortega.
Bree is currently the co-host of THE GRIMMCAST, a GRIMM rewatch podcast produced by Sean Hayes and Todd Milliner for Apple. In addition to getting behind the mic, she is prepping her directorial debut on a one man show for the stage, starring performance artist, John Bukaty.
Ms. Turner is based in Los Angeles.