AT WHAT LEVEL OF ACTING DO YOU HAVE TO BE TO WORK WITH MS. FOURNIER?

• Students of all levels are welcome.  Whether you are a beginner, more seasoned, or returning from hiatus, your needs will be addressed with focus on those areas.

ANY AGE REQUIREMENT?

• Students from 13–adult are welcome.  The technique taught is appropriate to this age group.

HOW DO I BEGIN WITH MS. FOURNIER?

• Complete the information request on this web site, advising a  convenient time for an initial phone interview.  Ms. Fournier will contact you at the agreed time to discuss your interests and personal goals.

• Assuming mutual interest, Ms. Fournier will schedule a private interview, reading, and assessment.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE BEFORE I’M READY TO AUDITION?

• Audition readiness depends on your basic skills relative to the role you are considering.

IS THERE HOMEWORK INVOLVED?

• Yes.  There will be related assignments of scripts, monologues, commercial copy, and scenes.  Students will be expected to work on material outside of session time in order to progress in an appropriate time frame.

WHAT MATERIALS WILL I NEED TO GET STARTED?

• Ms. Fournier will provide copy for each individual based on level of talent, experience, and desired goals.

WHAT AREAS OF TECHNIQUE WILL BE COVERED?

• All work begins with relaxation, visualization, and sensory acknowledgment.  Once the student is open, various techniques will be taught, and applied to script preparation.

WHAT IS IMPORTANT ABOUT ONE-ON-ONE TRAINING?

• The ability to focus on specific individual needs with instructive guidance provides the avenue for timely progress. 
• One-on-one training occurs in a safe and comfortable environment for developing personal skills.

 
CONFLICTS OR ILLNESS?

• Please notify Ms. Fournier as soon as possible to arrange rescheduling at a mutually convenient time.
  A "No Show" without notice beforehand will result in forfeiture  of the fee for the missed session.

 
METHOD OF PAYMENT?

• She Creates Actors Studio accepts payment via cash and personal checks with a 5% discount for advance monthly payments for (4 sessions minimum).

“As a dancer, I was so used to focusing on my technique, I struggled with my acting.  Ms. Fournier had the ability to connect with me in a way I never experienced with other teachers.  She was encouraging, respectful, and humorous.  She helped me to feel comfortable on stage as an actor, a true gift!”

Tracy Doheny Erickson,
Artistic Director of Sweetfeet Dance

“Having worked with Ms. Fournier in her workshop, and in the theatre, I can testify she is a consummate professional.  Anyone who has the privilege of working with her cannot help but become a better performer, but in addition, a richer human being as a result of her insight, passion, and commitment to her craft."

Dr. Kevin Rozman,
PHD, Education

“Christine Fournier has a unique understanding of an individual’s potential, teaching techniques needed to assist actors in making important connections to the material, as well as discover their own personal “truth,” incorporating that into their acting.”

Cathy Schaefer,
Actress

Ms. Fournier, director, with actors David Ulrich and Christopher Teipner
"A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum" 2003