actor’s playground
the FUNdamentals of improvisation through Del Close’s performance vehicle – The Harold. students learn that quality performance springs from the reality of the moment rather than gimmicks or punchlines. We toy with …

* agreement
* character development
* ensemble performance
* listening skills
* strong emotional choices
* stage movement
* vocal technique

paul bellos has trained over 1,000 actors and has served the corporate & fine arts communities for 20 years as an actor ('cmt', 'american express', 'toyota', 'warner brothers') casting director ('no way out', 'raw deal', 'moonlighting', 'back to school') author ('just kidding! communicate through comedy') and associate producer for television's indieville.

nashville is saying...

‘paul really cares about building better actors by equipping them with usable acting tools. this is a great way to invest in your career.’
- arita trahan, acting coach

’i’ve become more spontaneous, quick-witted and free spirited as a result of the time i spent in your class. you stretched me and helped move me out of my comfort zone.’
- mike zeller, entrepreneur

'paul bellos has the ability to create characters and develop them with undeniable acuity and direction whereby true experience is revealed. he truly knows how to interact in a positive way with other artists to foster a blooming learning environment."
- amanda bailey, actress

disclaimer: all fees and tuition are non-refundable.