Tesia Nicoli

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Classes, Workshops & Creative Learning

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Local to: Lehigh Valley - Pennsylvania - Allentown Area

Instructor: Tesia Nicoli

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Classes will return soon. While you wait, feel free to look through previous offerings to get a sense of what may come back. If you are eager to learn in the meantime, my book Acting Honestly is available and covers acting basics, techniques, and helpful perspective. For customized workshops for your group, company, or organization, or for private lessons, please reach out through the Contact page. Any questions can be sent through the Contact page.

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GROUP & ORGANIZATION WORKSHOPS

CUSTOMIZED!

Acting/Improv Workshops for Groups

Custom-designed workshops for companies, groups, and organizations. Willing to travel to facilitate workshops. 

 

Popular focus areas include:

 

• Relaxation & stage fright

• Communication & listening

• Character development

• Creativity & imagination

• Improvisation

• Auditions, headshots & resumes

• Dealing with rejection

• Voice projection & presence

 

Workshops can include short lectures paired with hands-on exercises. Topics can be combined and tailored to your group’s needs.

 

Pricing varies based on group size and duration. Contact me to discuss options.​

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CORE ACTING CLASSES

POPULAR!

Acting, Drama, and Performance

A dynamic, repeatable course designed for beginners and experienced actors alike.

This class focuses on:

• Scene work & monologues

• Character development

• Improvisation

• Overcoming inhibitions

• Audition preparation (cold reads & monologues)

• Relaxation and focus techniques

Ideal for:

• First-time actors

• Seasoned performers looking to stay sharp

• Anyone wanting to build confidence and expressive skills

This course is intentionally designed so it can be taken multiple times, with new material and exercises each session.

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INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING

MOST REQUESTED!

Private Acting Lessons

Available for adults and youth (ages 10+).

Options:

• $65 / hour

• $40 / 30 minutes

• Scheduled at your convenience

Ideal for:

• Audition prep

• Character work

• Skill-building or creative exploration

• LVPA audition preparation

A one-time $20 registration fee applies. Please reach out through the Contact page to inquire.

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ADDITIONAL CLASSES OFFERED ON OCCASION

 

Acting: Improv Basics & Beyond

 

Improv is about presence, listening, and confidence—not just comedy.

You’ll learn:

• What improv is (and what it’s not)

• How improvisation strengthens acting skills

• How to think on your feet when the unexpected happens

• Games and exercises that build confidence and creativity

No memorization. No pressure. Just growth, play, and discovery.

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Auditions & Acting: Cold Read Workout Workshop

Cold reads are the most common audition format—and this workshop helps you approach them with confidence.

Includes:

• Script breakdown techniques

• Cold read exercises

• Character development strategies

• Individual feedback from instructor and peers

• Handouts and practical tools

Open to beginners and experienced actors alike.

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Acting: Focus on Film

A one-night class centered on film performance and storytelling.

Participants will:

• Discuss favorite films and memorable characters

• Analyze scenes and dialogue

• Read aloud selected film scenes

• Explore what makes film performances resonate

Details:

• Ages 18+

• Limited enrollment

• Participants bring favorite film scenes and materials

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Master Class: Acting for the Camera

Designed for actors ready to deepen their on-camera skills.

This class includes:

• Acting techniques for film & TV

• Scene memorization and performance

• On-camera recording and playback

• Personalized feedback on what translates on screen

• Fully edited copies of recorded scenes

Structure:

• First hour: techniques, exercises, discussion

• Second hour: on-camera scene work

Best suited for actors with prior experience (beginners may inquire).

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Technique & Character Development

A four-week course focused on building grounded, believable performances.

You’ll work on:

• Confident creative choices

• Emotional truth and conflict

• Listening and communication

• Improvisation and movement

• Character-building techniques

Requirements:

• Ages 18+

• Memorized 30–60 second monologue

• Limited enrollment

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