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Take 2 Performers Studio
Offers acting, modeling, voice, and dance classes in Reno, NV for children, teens, and adults. Our programs are designed for beginners as well as those individuals with performing experience. At Take 2 Performers Studio we offer an exciting, fun, yet safe place for individuals to express their artistic selves. The coaching styles present here will without a doubt, enrich, empower and bring forth strong, articulate, and passionate individuals while developing the performers craft and building the foundation essential for success in the world of entertainment.
At Take 2 Performers Studio, your goal is our goal.
• Develop confidence
• Overcome shyness
• Develop strong & effective communication skills
• Explore your creative energy
• Sign with an agent
• A career in the entertainment industry
Owner / Talent Director
Justine_Take2PerformersStudio.com
In the early eighties Justine began her modeling career in Los Angeles, California. She first signed with The Wilhelmina West agency and later moved to Cunningham, Escott & Dipene. Justine has appeared in numerous national commercials and print campaigns and had the #1 selling poster in America during the mid-eighties, which led to several features on national programs such as The Bob Hope Special and PM Magazine. During the 90s Justine decided to pursue her singing career and traveled extensively throughout the United States performing. She performed on the Celebrity Tour for our troops on bases in Korea as well as, American Day in Japan. In 2002 Justine became the director of a large performing arts center leaving in 2007 to pursue her dreams of opening her own training center. Justine is married with two young boys and now enjoys helping young talent reach their full potential and achieve their goals at Take 2 Performers Studio.
Justine Reyes
Waters has been in the entertainment business for over 25 years working in front of and behind the camera. She had her own series on CBS and guest starred in numerous TV shows. She starred in feature films, movies for television and commercials. She trained with all of the industries most prestigious acting coaches to date. Working with her husband Herbert B. Leonard they produced, wrote and cast episodic television shows. Waters knows what it takes to be in front of and behind the camera. Her passion and love of acting is contagious. She gives to each and every student that comes before her.
Waters
Acting Director
Michael Cutt received his training from The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, N.Y.C., NY and The Van Mar Academy of Motion Picture Acting, Hollywood, CA.
Michael has costarred in KISS THE GIRLS, ERASER, BLUE SKY, VOLCANO, PRESENT TENSE, CLIFFORD, LETTERS TO MY DAD, HIDER IN THE HOUSE, and SWEET SIXTEEN. Michael has also been on television in such shows as BOSTON LEGAL, MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE, NUMB3RS, ER, SEVENTH HEAVEN, SMART GUY, MELROSE PLACE, MURDER SHE WROTE, CALIFORNIA DREAM, DESIGNING WOMEN, WHO'S THE BOSS, REMINGTON STEELE, HIGHWAY TO HEAVEN, DUKES OF HAZZARD, GENERAL HOSPITAL, YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS to name a few.
Additionally, Michael has received Clio Awards (2) Los Angeles Times Critic's Choice Award - CAT'S PAW Dramalogue Award - MEASURE FOR MEASURE Guest Star of Emmy-nominated Television Episode - DESIGNING WOMEN
Australian born Lorette Spicer has over 25 years experience in all areas of the modeling industry, specializing in haute couture and runway. From Paris, London to Italy Lorette has graced the international runways for many well known designers such as Yves St. Laurent, Dior, Pierre Cardin, Ungaro, Laura Ashley and many more. She has appeared in T.V. commercials and editorials for Ford Range Rover, Coke, Harrods of London, Cornelius Furs, Hilton Hotel and others. She was crowned Miss United Nations and was awarded the Runway Model of the Year in Australia.
Lorette Spicer
IMTA Director
Modeling Instructor
Image Consultant, Myree Townsend has been helping individuals reach their full potential for over 10 years, through lectures, corporate events, one-on-one sessions and group classes. Myree's goal is to help reveal each clients unique gifts and talents, helping them build confidence and make a winning first impression in any situation. From posture and poise, personal grooming, skin care, makeup application, wardrobe tips, nutrition and fitness, to essential etiquette, Myree will answer all of your questions and help you to feel confident in any situation. Myree was the host of PoshTV and can be seen on many local commercials.
Myree Townsend
Image Consultant
Erin has a Masters degree in Vocal Performance from California State University Sacramento, performing in English, Italian, German and French. She has traveled extensively and performed in numerous stage productions including Julia, La Boheme, My Fair Lady, The Marriage of Figaro and Orpheus in the Underworld and performed three years of Summer Stock. She has been teaching private and group vocal lessons for over 10 years and was the head vocal coach for a nationally franchised performing arts center. Erin plays the violin, saxophone and clarinet. She has a passion for helping aspiring young performers achieve their goals.
Erin McGarvey
Vocal Director
As a multi-instrumentalist, playing six instruments, Bill began performing in a variety of bands ranging from Popular to Jazz on both the east and west coasts in the early 70s. As a young boy, he performed as a choir member of the Columbus Boy Choir School. Performances included the Lincoln Center with Leonard Bernstein; Boston Symphony Orchestra, with Eric Leinsdorf; The Bell Telephone Hour and The Hallmark Hall of Fame. Bill has been teaching voice, piano, flute and saxophone for 8 years and continues to stay busy as musical director, actor and musician in productions such as Rocky Horror Picture Show, Three Penny Opera, Cabaret, Under Milkwood, Ruthless, Peter Pan, Annie, Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, and many more.
Bill Quinby
Vocal Instructor
Spencer believes that dance is a form of expression that all should experience and serves to provide a positive learning environment for each individual regardless of race, culture, gender, sexuality, body shape, religion, or anything else that serves to divide us as humans. Spencer has performed with many well known musical acts such as the Black Eyed Peas, Soulja Boy, Soledad Sosa. He has also performed with some of the best Hip Hop Squads and won major dance competitions such as Kings of Choreo, Hip Hop International, Monsters of Hip Hop, The Phoenix Hip Hop Squad, Phoenix Mercury Hip Hop Squad, and many more. He has trained with many of the best Hip Hop instructors on the west coast. We are excited to have Spencer leading our dance division.
Spencer Christian
Dance Instructor
Mikey Dellavella trained under the direction of Blu Griffith (Cirque De Soleil), Kristen Garcia (Culture Shock Vegas), Darnell Carroll (FBC HHI winning choreographer), Mario Ponce (FBC –HHI winning choreographer), Bryce “BJ” Norris (FBC –HHI winning choreographer), and Romayo Freedom (So You think You Can Dance Poland).
Mikey's teaching experience includes choreography for Dance Dynamix, UPAC, Danceforz Extreme, Mo Mentum, In Motion, Boys and Girls Club, CPAC and others.
Mikey also has extensive dance experience including opening for such stars as Usher, Drake, Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, and Rick Ross, and performing at events like the Art-Town Summer Showcase, and half time dance performances for the Orlando Magic. Additionally, Mikey has competed in the World of Dance New York and was a member of the crew winning Hip Hop Internationals in 2005, 2006, and 2008. He also won Sparks Idol in 2006 as part of the Sweat Dance Crew.
You can see Mikey's performances in dance videos with Jesse Owens, Ashmin Skye, Marquis Wooten, Will Campbell, Stefon4u, Mikey Jay, Thyrone Cahigas and Alex Kaskie.
Mikey Dellavella
Acting Instructor
Image Constultant
Modeling
*Students will test on a monthly, bi-monthly or quarterly basis depending on the level of training. Each student will earn Take 2 wrist bands ranging in color from white (beginner), to black (advance). There are a total of 10 bands to earn. This enables parents, students and instructors to track progress and reinforce the value of setting and achieving goals.
Introductory Modeling and Image
Our beginning modeling and image program is essential for those wanting to gain more self confidence and a positive self image as well as anyone planning on a career in the entertainment industry. Students will learn the importance of first impressions and their impact on opportunity. They will learn affective communication and public speaking skills helping them feel confident in every situation. This course will cover the importance of goal setting, on camera interviewing skills, proper posture and moving gracefully, etiquette, appropriate fashion for different occasions and fashion coordination, hair care, health and fitness, as well as skincare and age appropriate makeup.
Advanced Modeling
Now that students are confident and projecting a positive self image we move on to the business of modeling. Students will learn about all of the different types of modeling and which they are best suited for. This includes high fashion and runway, editorial and commercial print, convention, and showroom. Students will learn runway techniques including the models walk, turns, pivots and routines, body control and movement. They will learn to move like a model in front of the camera and what is expected of them at different types of photo shoots such as catalog, commercial, or editorial. Models will participate in at least one photo shoot during this course with a local photographer which will be critiqued in class. Models will learn professional makeup for photography and runway as well as agency procedure, vouchers, interviews, agency fees, zed cards and portfolios. Models will learn auditioning dos and donts through mock auditions. All advanced students will produce and participate in a yearly performance and are encouraged to audition locally and at all agent auditions.
ACTING
4-7 years
Introductory Child Acting
With beginning child actors the emphasis is on personal power. They are encouraged to be big, bold and courageous! In the first weeks of class through a variety of theater games and improvisation, child actors will gain confidence and discover their uniqueness. As the class progresses students begin to work with memorized materials. We will work on speech and diction, pronunciation, and proper emphasis. They will learn the importance of working together and respect for others. Child actors will learn to work in front of a camera, staging and beginning terminology. They will learn to take direction, pay attention, listen and respond: all while having fun! By the end of the beginners session child actors will begin to understand what the business of acting is all about.
Intermediate to Advanced Child Acting
Now that we have the child actor confident, bold and courageous we introduce commercial copy and scene work, the audition process and auditioning skills, role playing, emotional variety, body language and movement, hitting your mark, blocking and props. The child actor will learn what their job is as an actor. Child actors will be ready to begin auditioning during this session. As we progress to the advanced stages of acting the class is designed and tailored for any child who truly believes they want to pursue acting as a career. The emphasis is on career development, trouble shooting and fine tuning the actor. We require a strong commitment from both the parent and child actor to attend all scheduled classes and to be prepared. They will gain an understanding of the rehearsal process and the discipline and dedication required if cast in a stage play, theatrical production, TV or film. Students are required to work on material for public presentation and have several audition pieces ready at all times. All students at the advanced level will produce and perform in a live production.
8-12 yrs. and 13 and Up
Introductory Acting
Learning to act is a process of self-discovery, developing imagination, and practice in expressing oneself clearly. Students in this class through disciplined practice learn the fundamentals of acting. With improvisation, theater games and specific acting exercises the student learns how to really listen and react. Actors will learn how to work in front of a camera, staging and beginning terminology. Students will also learn relaxation techniques to alleviate fear and anxiety. Acting is doing and in this class we instill life long habits that the actor can use in all aspects of their lives. Focus in the beginning acting class is on building self esteem, self respect, and respect for others as well as team building.
Intermediate to Advanced Acting
The intermediate work begins by adding Emotional Preparation to the routine established in the beginning work. Now we add text, memorization and emotional preparation while maintaining the integrity of the beginning work. Scene work is introduced, breaking down the text and solving the who, what, when, and whys of each character. We bring in what came before and where are we going? as we uncover with very specific script analysis technique, who is the character, I the actor will become? Actors will learn to be brilliant detectives in uncovering in the text the absolute truth of the material thru established problem solving techniques that will become second nature to the actor. We are building upon solid habits that the actor can bring to any audition room, stage or set, never losing the uniqueness of each and every student that comes before us. Now that the actor is expert at extracting from the text the truth of the material and can function spontaneously and instinctually bringing clarity and meaning to a scene we now move on to the artistic interpretation of the work. The student learns that the actor must become one with the character, living truthfully in the moment and the actor/technician overseeing, timing, stage direction, blocking and camera work, props and any surprises that may arise with TV or stage productions. With the aid of improvisation while staying in character the actor now becomes confident and secure with his talent and his craft and will proudly say to anyone that will listen I am an actor. Emphasis in the advanced acting class is on career development. Advanced actors are required to have material ready for public presentation and will be encouraged to audition on a regular basis for local productions and all agent auditions. All students at the advanced level will produce and perform in a live production.
VOICE
Introductory Voice
In the beginning vocal class students will learn the basics of proper breathing, warm up techniques, caring for the voices, correct posture, overcoming stage fright and nervousness, and basic terminology associated with singing. The goal of the introductory level is to build confidence and prepare for a performance of at least one song at the end of the session. The song will be of the performers choosing (with instructor approval) and will be performed memorized. There are many styles of songs to choose from. You may choose pop, classical, musical theatre or any other type of music, as long as it is approved. (All voice students MUST provide background music with no vocals by the 4th week of class or a new song will be chosen for you and background music provided by Voice Instructor)
Intermediate to Advanced Voice
The intermediate to advanced level is for students who have completed the beginning level and are ready for advancement or for students who have had some vocal training but not performance experience. At this level, students will expand their musical repertoire, while learning better breath control, improve their vocal range, stage presence, and microphone technique, In addition, participants will learn to look for proper performance technique and help their fellow classmates by providing reinforcing feedback after performances. Now that the student has learned proper singing techniques we will work on any obstacles that may prevent them from singing the way they want to sing. We will work on clarity, timber and tone, phrasing, successful transition between registers and how to reach your audience emotionally. This section will include learning a larger number of songs. Students will choose different types of songs and prepare for a performance at the end of the year in a public venue. The types of songs will be a broader range and may include songs in other languages if students show an interest. In addition to singing, we will discuss other topics that surround music, including basic music reading skills and other advanced techniques. Advanced students will have the opportunity to work with experienced song writers to learn the basics of song writing. All students at the advanced level will produce and perform in a live production.
DANCE
Hip Hop
This popular class offers a non-intimidating approach to an exciting street dance. Choreography is broken down in a way students of all backgrounds can understand. Music ranges from R&B, Hip Hop to Acid Jazz.
Image Consulting
4 week Image for Pre-teens (8-12 yrs.)
Week 1: Your image at its Best: Orientataion, Introductions, Posture and Poise, Walking and Sitting with Style and Grace.
Week 2: Personal Grooming: Skin Care, Hair Care and Styling
Week 3: Dressing for Your Age: Wardrobe tips on how to be stylish and age appropriate. Best colors for you!
Week 4: Nutrition and Physical Fitness: Healthy Thoughts + Healthy Lifestyle + Exercise = Balance within you.
4 Week Image for Teens/Adults (13 and up)
Week 1: Your Image at Its Best: Orientation, Introductions, Posture and Poise, Walking and Sitting with style and grace.
Week 2: Skin, Hair and Wardrobe 101: Skin Care Basics, Hair Care and Styling tips-Color, Cut, Styling. Wardrobe tips-dressing for your figure and best colors for you.
Week 3: Make-down: Learning how to use cosmetics to create your most beautiful look naturally.
Week 4: Essential Etiquette, Interviewing and Public Speaking Skills: Basic Table Etiquette, Phone/Email Etiquette, Daily Lifestyle Etiquette, Interviewing and Public Speaking Tips.
Cost: $100 Paid In Advance
Class Schedule
Monday
4:00-6:00 PM Pre-Teen Acting Waters
6:00-8:00 PM Teen/Adult Acting Waters
Tuesday
4:00-5:30 PM Pre-Teen Image (8-12) Myree
4:30-5:30 PM Child Acting Waters
5:00-6:00 PM Intermediate Hip Hop Spencer
5:30-6:30 PM Child/Pre-Teen Voice Erin
6:00-7:30 PM Teen/Adult Image (13 & Up) Myree
6:00-7:30 PM Teen/Adult Modeling Lorette
6:30-8:00 PM Teen/Adult Voice Erin
Wednesday
4:00-6:00 PM Advanced Pre-Teen Acting Waters
6:00-8:00 PM Advanced Teen/Adult Acting Waters
Thursday
4:30-5:30 PM Pre-Teen Modeling Myree
5:30-6:30 PM Child/Pre-Teen Hip Hop Spencer
5:30-7:30 PM Teen/Adult Acting Michael
6:30-7:30 PM Teen/Adult Hip Hop Spencer
Friday
No Classes
Saturday
11:00-12:00 PM Child/Pre-Teen Voice Bill
12:00-1:30 PM Teen/Adult Voice Bill
12:00-2:00 PM Pre-Teen Acting Waters
12:30-2:00 PM Teen/Adult Modeling Lorette
2:00-3:00 PM Intermediate Hip Hop Mikey
2:00-4:00 PM Teen/Adult Acting Waters
4:30-5:30 PM Teen/Adult Hip Hop Spencer
Sunday
Take 2 Class Schedule.docx
Tuition
1 class per week - $109 per month (example: acting)
2 classes per week - $159 per month (example: acting and voice, or 2 acting classes)
Unlimited classes per week - $209 per month (example: all classes including dance)
Image Workshops - $100 (Due at the time of enrollment)
Dance Only
1 class per week - $50 per month
2 classes per week - $80 per month
*A one-time registration fee is due at the time of enrollment
Enrollment and Billing: Families or individuals wishing to enroll in Take 2 Performers Studio will have two payment options.
Option #1 - Automatic credit card debit. This option allows Take 2 Performers Studio to automatically debit a credit card for the upcoming month of lessons. The first payment will be prorated for the number of classes remaining in the given month and is due at the time of enrollment. Credit cards will be debited on the 5th of each month.
Option #2 - Cash or check. Families or individuals must pay for a minimum of three (3) months with cash or check at the time of enrollment.
*A minimum commitment of three (3) months is required. Children and young adults learn best through consistency and repetition. Three months is the minimum amount of time needed for a student to adjust to our structure and their teachers, and begin the learning process.
All of our students start with our Introductory Course, (with the exception of dance). The Introductory Course is one semi-private lesson and a group class. This course allows the student and/or parent to see what Take 2 Performers Studio has to offer. Learning the basics through the Introductory Course gives the student a comfortable transition into the group class.
The Introductory Course is only $25.00.
Please call 775-853-3375 for an appointment today!
Image Workshop
Self-image influences how you look, behave, and relate to others. If you aspire to be successful isn't it important to be the type of person who projects a confident, positive self-image? People will believe in your abilities because you appear capable, and this in turn enhances your self-image. Don't underestimate the power of first impressions!
4 Week Image for Preteens 8-12:
Week 1: Your Image At Its Best : Orientation, Introductions, Posture and Poise, Walking and sitting with style and grace
Week 2: Personal Grooming : Skin Care, Hair Care and Styling, Dressing for your age - Wardrobe tips on how to be stylish and age appropriate
Week 3: Nutrition and Physical Fitness : Healthy Thoughts + Healthy Lifestyle & Exercise = Balance within you. Learning healthy lifestyle and nutritional tips
Week 4: Essential Etiquette : Basic table etiquette, Phone etiquette, Daily lifestyle etiquette, interviewing/auditioning tips/confident presentation of self
SATURDAYS 12-1:30PM (Start date to be announced once minimum of 4 is met)
COST: $100 (please contact Justine to reserve your spot)
4 Week Image for Teens/Adults 13- up:
Week 1: Your Image At Its Best : Orientation, introductions, Posture and Poise, Walking and sitting with style and grace
Week 2: Skin, Hair, and Wardrobe 101 : Skin care basics, Hair care and Styling tips -color, cut, styling, Wardrobe tips - dressing for your figure to the best colors to wear
Week 3: Make-down : Learning how to use cosmetics to create your most beautiful look naturally
Week 4: Essential Etiquette and Interviewing skills : Basic table etiquette, phone/e-mail etiquette, daily lifestyle etiquette, interviewing/auditioning tips/confident presentation of self
SATURDAYS 2-3:30PM (Start date to be announced once minimum of 4 is met)
Susan Havins with Sovereign Talent Group will be at Take 2 Saturday, February 18th. Susan has over 20 years experience in the entertainment industry; first as a Casting Director and currently as an agent with Sovereign Talent Group.
As a Casting Director, here is a small example of some of the projects Susan cast; Lord of the Rings, National Commercials for McDonalds, Toyota, Coca Cola, Pepsi, Budweiser, Mattel and Music videos for Van Halen, Michael Jackson and Cyndi Lauper. As an agent with Sovereign Talent Group Susan has helped her clients land dozens of National commercials, Industrials, Music Videos, and Film.
Susans workshops will cover Commercials, Improv skills for auditioning, cold reading skills, and Sitcoms/TV auditioning
WORKSHOPS
Ages 5-12years 10:30am-12:30pm Cost:$40 (limit 20)
Ages 13 & up 1pm-3pm Cost:$40 (limit 20)
Please rsvp with Justine through email or phone call. You must pay in advance to hold your spot.
Auditions: 3:00pm-5pm
Workshop particpants will be allowed to sign-in first to audition.
Success Stories
Ashley Farley
Suite Life on Deck,
Cold Case Files,
Gary Unmarried, National Subway Commercial
Ariel Farley
Disney Promo Commercial,
National Elmer's Glue Commercial
Nicholas Vigneau
National Elmer's Glue Commercial,
National Walmart Commercial
Cade Ball
Medium National Toys R Us Commercial,
National McDonald's Commercial,
Smurfs Commercial,
Traveling Disney Broadway Show "Mary Poppins"
Aubrey Morgan
National Commercials for
AT & T, Sears and JCPenney
Nicolas Vigneau
Natl. Elmer's Glue Commercial
Natl. Wal Mart Commercial
Justine Paige
Mervyns Print Campaign
Bryce Thomas
Moises Rules
Signed with CTG
Gary Unmarried
Natl. Subway Commercial
Cold Case Files
Suite Life on Deck
Ryan Vettel
Christian Hoff
Natl. Cheetos Commercial
Natl. Sears Commercial
Natl. JC Penny's Commercial
Hoolihans
Natl. McDonalds Commercial
2 Natl. Burger King Commercials
JCPenney's
Sears
Bell South
Cell South
Houlihan's
Jessica Villasenor
Signed with Abrams Artist Agency
Signed with Clear Talent Group
Allison Sharpe
Signed with T.J.Stein Entertainment
Kenny Lynn Kinsey
Signed with The Kohl Group
Katie Mewes
Anoop Shamim
Justin Vasquez
Sovereign Talent Group
Lauren Vasquez
Megan Aldeguer
More Recently Signed
Alexa Lichty
Marina Johnson
Grant Davis
Junior Singer of the Year,
2nd runner up for most sought after male talent, and honorable mentions (top 10) for Cold Read, Commercial Print, Monologue, Ready for my Closeup and Sitcom.
Kenni Lynn Kinsey
Won 2nd runner up Sitcom and Honorable Mention for Cold Read, Entertainment Host, Monologue, TV Real People and Young Adult Actor of the Year. (Honorable Mention in top 10)
Stefany Shakal
Won Honorable Mention for Young Miss Actor of the Year, Singing, TV Real People and Monologue.
Won Entertainment Host,
Monologue, 1st runner up for Cold Read, Ready for my Close Up, 2nd runner up for Adult Singing, 2nd runner up for Adult Actor of the Year and Honorable mention for TV Real People.
Jeanette Liou
Won Junior Miss Actor of the Year and Ready for my Closeup, 1st runner up Cold Read, Entertainment Host, Monologue, TV Real People and Honorable Mention for Commercial Print.
Arcelia Blackowl-Christy
2nd runner up Pre-teen Acting
Marisa Mauwee
2nd runner up Pre-Teen Model
4th runner up Pre-teen Actor
Julianna Lucas
4th runner up Junior Actor
Mia Harbaugh
1st Runner Up Teen Model
Arcelia Blackowl Christy
Tony Cahee
2nd Runner Up Adult Actor
9490 Gateway Dr, #110
Reno NV 89521
Ph 775-853-3375
Fax 775-853-3374
9490 Gateway Drive Suite 110
Reno, NV 89521
Ph (775) 853-3375
FAX (775) 853-3374
HOURS
Mon - Thurs 11am - 8pm
Saturdays - 10am - 6pm
Justine Reyes - Owner / Talent Director
