Join Travis Laughlin and the Community Players of Concord for an exciting 8-week class in
Meisner Technique. This class is for actors looking to develop their skills, improve their
stage presence, and personalize their character work. Sessions are scheduled as follows and
will be held at the Players Studio at 435 Josiah Bartlett Road, Concord:

Session 1: February 21-March 14, Saturdays 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. 
Session 2: March 21-April 11, Saturdays 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. 

The first session will cover exercises in repetition and imagination, which form the foundation of the technique. The second session will cover applications to character work and scene study.

By the end of this class, members will have a clear understanding of Meisner technique and how to draw on it for future roles. This class is open to both beginning and experienced actors. It is possible to register for one of the two sessions. Sanford Meisner developed his approach to acting at the Neighborhood Playhouse in New York City starting in the 1930s and was closely associated with Stella Adler, Lee Strasberg, and other pedagogues seeking to produce realistic theatrical performance. Meisner’s approach includes exercises in relaxation, emotional preparation, imagination, and interpersonal connection, and emphasizes improvisation at all levels. The aim of the technique is to produce
authentic conflict between scene partners through the use of dramatic improvisation. It will be a valuable class for those wanting to find personal ownership of their dialogue, discover cathartic moments in their scene work, and feel less inhibited on stage. And for non-actors, the exercises can offer practice in navigating conflict and becoming more articulate in stressful situations. 

Travis Laughlin studied Meisner technique at Playhouse West in North Hollywood with
teacher Robert Carnegie, who worked closely with Sanford Meisner for many years.
(www.playhousewest.com/history). Laughlin has appeared on the shows “Wild West Chronicles” (2022), “Tall Tales of Jim Bridger” (2024), and in the films “Love’s Playlist” (2023) and “The Christmas Ticket” (2025). In addition to his Meisner training, he has studied at Shakespeare and Company, Leslie Kahn and Company, and iO Theater. 

For more information and to reserve your spot in the class, contact Cindy Dickinson at
Cynthia.dickinson@communityplayersofconcord.org. While the class is free, participants must register by February 16.