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Scott Miller
Director of Faculty, Founder
B.A. Villanova University, J.D. George Washington University
Scott has been a Faculty Member of the Graduate Acting Program at New York University, recognized as one of the premier actor training programs in the world, for the past six years; where he develops voice and character work. A teacher of acting, voice, speech, text, Shakespeare, audition and film technique, Scott began teaching at the age of 14 and has continued teaching, coaching and counseling for nearly 30 years. An actor for the past 20 years, he received his training from Uta Hagen, Carol Rosenfeld, Shane Ann Younts (Graduate Acting Program at New York University) and Robert Neff Williams (Juilliard). As well, with techniques developed and supervised by Jim Bonney, he has spent three years immersed in work designed to release the actor's emotional instrument.
A diverse background includes a Juris Doctorate from the George Washington University Law School in Washington D.C. where he clerked two years at the Public Defender Service. He's played professional baseball, served as traffic manager for the advertising firm Grace and Rothschild, driven a New York Taxi Cab, spent years working with a Native American Medicine man and enjoys exploring the diverse cultures of the world and travels extensively. Scott is co-owner of the film production company Kipp Miller Productions, which writes, develops and produces for film and television.
Testimonials:
"Scott’s approach to voice and breathing has revolutionized my way of looking at acting and life."
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"Scott is honest, in depth, specific, caring, open and constantly searching for a way to be a better teacher, actor, person and student. He demands the same from all of us – which I find inspiring."
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"Scott’s tutorials have been, perhaps, some of the most informative and productive 30 minute sessions I’ve ever had in anything."
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"Because of Scott’s work my approach to character is very different, unique and constantly changing – I now have the tools to recognize what’s working and what’s not and how to keep moving things forward. Amazing!"
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John Patrick
Director of Master Class Series, Founder
MFA Acting Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University;
BFA Acting/Musical Theatre TCU
As a teacher JP recently completed a Master Teacher Mentorship at NYU's Graduate Acting Program under Scott Miller. As an actor he trained under William Esper and Deborah Hedwall at Rutgers University Mason Gross School of the Arts. Gina Milbourn, an Artistic Director for the nationally renowned youth-theater company CYT, also has mentored him as a director, teacher, and administrator. JP taught acting for Rutgers University in New Jersey, Performing Arts Programs in Connecticut, various private schools, directed and taught for CYT and other youth theatre organizations and currently holds a private coaching practice in Manhattan.
Originally from Kansas City, JP has been acting professionally for 15 years and has performed with companies such as the Blue Man Group in New York City, The Dallas Theater Center, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Casa Manana in Fort Worth, TX, and The New Theater. JP has starred in feature films, national commercials, and continues to train in NYC. JP also is a member of Amphibian Stage Productions that develops and produces exciting, innovative works in NYC and Texas.
Testimonials:
My eyes were opened to a whole new world of acting. In just nine weeks, I looked at acting in a completely different light. No longer was it just "pretending." It became a craft. It became something hard, challenging; and that awakened the passion which has become a huge part of my life... The class delved even deeper into developing a strong, believable character. In that class I learned to love the world that imagination and hard work could create... I was able to take a workshop JP taught on the business side of being an actor. This helped me to become more aware of what I would face in California. JP’s helpfulness in every aspect of acting has been an invaluable tool to me."
Adam McAdoo
"The best class I've ever taken... Not only did we learn a lot every week but I went away from class being extremely encouraged... don't remember a time when I didn't look forward to going to class. JP made it an extremely good atmosphere and pretty much rocked all of our socks off!"
Andrew Bergtholdt
Liam Joynt
Director of Emerging Artist Series, Founder
MFA Acting, Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University;
B.A. in Political Science, Magna Cum Laude, Union College
As a director, teacher, actor, producer, and writer, Liam has over ten years professional experience in the acting business. Before entering the entertainment business, he worked in College Admissions, in a Congressional office in Washington D.C., and in non-profit fund-raising. For the past decade, within The Circle of Life Camp, an organization which aids children and young adults with Diabetes, Liam has lent his expertise and support to many roles including Assistant Director and as a member of the Board of Directors.
Before receiving his Master's in Acting from Rutgers University, Liam studied with Michael Howard at Michael Howard Studios in New York and spent a season at the Chautauqua Theater Conservatory. Improv work includes the Upright Citizens Brigade, The PIT, and The Magnet. He has worked Off-Broadway and Regionally, from Shakespeare to a one-man show, under directors including Mary Zimmerman (TONY winner), Mark Nelson (OBIE winner), Vivienne Benesch (OBIE winner), and Harold Trompetero (Best Film, Bogotá Film Festival Nom). Television credits include Law & Order, Guiding Light, and All My Children. He is currently Artistic Producer for Miles Square Theatre in the NYC area.
Testimonials:
"Whenever I'd tell others about this class, they all wished that they took it when they were in college. Thank you, this was a great class, a good way to make friends, and an even better way to learn about myself."
Lauren
"You taught us that everybody is creative in his or her own way and that each unique way is okay. I think it had a good affect on me and changed me as a person. What I learned and will take with me the most is to 'take every moment as a new experience' and to appreciate each moment and take it for what it's worth."
Jolan
"This class accomplished something that no other class has yet to do. Being in this class has created a new side to my mind that has a different idea of life and people's feelings. You taught me how to listen to other judgments and integrate them with my own. You taught me how to think outside the box. You taught me basics of openness and understanding. I'm grateful to have experienced this class.”
Erin
"As the year ends I look back at what I have experienced and gone through during this class and I must say it has been one heck of an experience. …I can definitely say that taking this class was one of the best choices I have made."
Liz
Corinna Sowers-Adler
Director of Foundations Series, Founder
B.A. Theatre, Wilkes University
Corinna is thrilled to be the Director of the Foundations Series at YATC! Corinna has over ten years experience as a performer, director, vocal coach, and acting teacher in the professional theater world. From its inception, she has served as the Director of Theatre for the Wilkes University Conservatory theatre program, developing a program for serious students of theatre and voice ages 7 - 19. Her specialty is cultivating and growing successful theater programs with her positive influence and ability to help her students grow as artists and people! Corinna has also instructed theatrical collegiate students at Wilkes University and created a program promoting Diversity and Inclusion called "COEXIST".
While Children’s Theatre Director for the historic Pocono and Bucks County Playhouses, Corinna cast well over 1000 roles for children and teens and directed fifty productions on a summer stock schedule. Her extensive performance career has taken her from New York City, to Florida, to Nevada with several stops in between.
Corinna trained with the Adam Hill Actor’s studio, continues to perfect her Misto Soprano voice with the esteemed James Carson in Manhattan and has earned her B.A. in Theatre from Wilkes University.
Testimonials:
"Every semester I grow and learn new skills and techniques! Corinna pushes us to be the best that we can be, not only in acting but in all other activities that we may do. The most experienced actor or actress could learn from her! It gives me great pride to work with her, to be a student of hers, and to know her. Corinna truly is a person everybody could learn from!"
Josh Greenburg
"Corinna has been the single most important influence in my development as an artist. I entered Corinna's class as a complete beginner to acting; a self- conscious, nervous, acting hopeful. With Corinna's guidance, I have undergone a complete transformation as a theater artist. From her I have learned how to approach text, how to play an organic character truthfully in a scene, and how to make strong character choices. I will take her frequently referenced mantra, "in your choice lies your talent," to every future rehearsal and performance. She is an incredible role model, and her teaching has helped me gain acceptance into NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. Corinna is a life changing teacher."
Kevin Hourigan
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