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About Our Program

Kathy Wickline Casting prides itself in delivering some of the best training in the Philadelphia area. Our workshops are led by experienced industry professions who are currently employed within the business; therefore they provide students with the most up to date training. With limited class size the student can expect a more intimate setting providing a great deal of individual on – camera attention. For the showcases we invite only those Producers, Directors, and Casting Directors looking to hire actors for projects they are currently working on. Showcases are not open to beginners. At K.W.C. we maintain a high integrity by showcasing the more experienced actors. Our success rate is 30% of our actors find NY representation by doing the showcases. That’s huge! So, if you’re looking to strengthen your skills or get your foot in the door Kathy Wickline Casting is the place to be.

How Do I Register?
To register for a class online,
click here , or call 215-739-9952, or email us at classes@wicklinecasting.com



Flex Your Funny Bone - Comedy Improv Workshop

 

Are you the next Tina Fey?

Want to be on SNL?

Actors … Read on….

“Improvisational Comedy is a hot skill that is increasingly in high demand. For an actor to be able to show their lighter side and quick wit through improv is a key strength applicable to EVERY audition. Audiences want to be entertained today. It is a wise actor who realizes that much of what they are auditioning for contains humor and needs comedy improv.” - Kathy Wickline, Casting Director.

In this class teacher Bill McLaughlin uses various techniques to allow the student to express their comedic selves through character range, stage presence, listening and reaction, and creative agility. Using such techniques will help you think quickly, on your feet. (This is not a stand up comedy course)

A former student of Chicago’s renowned Second City Bill McLaughlin will be your instructor for this course. He was a founding member of Chicago’s City Limits, Workshop Director for Manhattan Comedy School, and was Workshop Director of New York’s First Amendment Improv Company for seven years, during which time he taught none other than actor and comedian John Leguizamo.

"I enjoyed the Comedy Improv Class last night at Wickline Casting. Bill McLaughlin surely knows what he is teaching, and it shows. The subject matter we covered allowed for exactly what the title of the class implies - comedic improvisation. If the level of faculty your facility employs matches what was available for that class, you have very good fortune. This was one I would have regretted missing!" – Andrew Irons

One-Night Class: May 12, 2009  6pm - 8:30pm

Fee: $45

Register Online!

Call 215-739-9952 or Email classes@wicklinecasting.com


 


Soap Opera Weekend Workshop
With Margaret Emory of Dulcina Eisen Assoc.

Two full days of intense Soap Opera Training with a TOP NY Soap Agent!!!

NO OTHER WORKSHOP LIKE IT IN PHILLY!!!

Due to the overwhelming response from actors to the Soap Showcase, Margaret Emory of Dulcina Eisen Associates will be teaching a Soap Opera Weekend Workshop!!!

Margaret gives you everything you need to make it in Daytime TV in just two days! Work with actual Soap scripts – on camera – with feedback from a major soap agent!

ENTER THE WORLD OF SOAPS

  • The Soap “look” What type are you?
  • The Casting Process
  • 2 Camera Acting – Blocking, Entrances, Exits, working with props…
  • Individual attention to your Soap Reads and Monologues
  • Soap Opera Audition Technique
  • The Business – Properly Marketing to NY Agents and Casting Directors - Cover letters, Headshots, Post cards, Wardrobe choice
  • And much more…

Margaret Emory of Dulcina Eisen Associates
Margaret Emory represents many of the leads on the big Soaps – ONE LIFE TO LIVE, AS WORLD TURNS, ALL MY CHILDREN, GUIDING LIGHT and the list goes on… She has started many young soap stars’ careers. She is the author of the book “Ask An Agent” and created the “Ask An Agent” column in Backstage Magazine. Margaret is immediately likeable, upbeat, and actor friendly. If you are interested in a Soap career then Margaret is the person to know!

Wickline Casting maintains high integrity on the talent they approve for such workshops therefore a headshot and resume must be submitted to classes@wicklinecasting.com

Limited 20 places available.
The last Soap Showcase sold out in 2 weeks!!!

DATES: May 2, 2009  11am – 5pm  & May 3, 2009  10am – 4pm

FEE:
$265 + Margaret Emory’s Book “Ask An Agent” $16.95

Register Online!

Call 215-739-9952 or Email classes@wicklinecasting.com  



NY Showcase for Adults & Kids

MAKE THIS YOUR BIG BREAK!

Audition for top NY Agents & Casting Directors

Audition for TV, FILM, COMMERCIALS, & BROADWAY all in one showcase!

This is not a cattle call!

With an intimate setting and limited enrollment you are given your moment to shine. Give ‘em all you got!

  • A commercial read
  • An improvisation
  • A monologue

Plus they will give you written feedback!

Call for more info on our prestigious Agents and Casting Directors. Open to Adults and Kids (8 &up)

No Beginners!

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2009  9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Fee: $195

Register Online!

Call 215-739-9952 or Email classes@wicklinecasting.com



Private 'Cold Read' & Monologue Coaching with Kathy Wickline 

Have you ever wanted to know what a REAL casting Director thinks of your auditioning skills? Well here’s your chance!!! Kathy now offers this service for actors who need help auditioning for any role or who may want to brush up on their auditioning skills in general.

Learn how to nail your auditions for:

  • Commercials
  • Feature Films
  • Corporate Films
  • Voiceovers
  • Cold Reads
  • Agent Meetings

Work with a coach whose opinion really matters and who auditions every day for roles in Philadelphia! Book your very own private on-camera coaching session. Students rave about the results of these sessions.

Fee: $95 per hour. Two or more sessions progressively discounted up to 5 session. Purchase a bundle!

Terms: Form of Payment required: Check, Money Order made out to "Kathy Wickline" (Please do not make it out to Kathy Wickline Casting) OR Cash. A major credit card is required to hold appointment time only. Cancellations that occur less than 24 hours will be charged at full rate. 

Register Online!

Call 215-739-9952 or Email consult@wicklinecasting.com  



Private Acting or Modeling Consultation with...

Casting Director, Kathy Wickline

This invaluable private session is offered by Kathy Wickline to personally guide aspiring actors and models onto the right acting career path. If you are interested in learning how to market yourself more effectively and redefine your career goals, then this is a perfect service for you. Also, it is a great step for parents who are trying to get their child started safely and effectively in the business.

Kathy is one of the most down-to-earth and personable casting directors you will meet.... She is known for her willingness to help talent at all levels, beginner to advanced. Talent have been impressed and thankful for her honest help and critique.

Private Consultations are well worth the time whether you are just getting started or need to reconnect with the industry. So just what happens at a Private Consultation?

  • Receive personal evaluation, feedback and recommendations
  • How to get started safely and effectively
  • What tools you will need to get started
  • Learn where the jobs are
  • How you can be among the first choices in the audition call
  • Marketing ideas to stand out from others
  • Pinpointing the right markets for you
  • Skills you need to strengthen
  • How to meet an agent
  • What to expect from an Open Call
  • A full list of local agents for acting or modeling will be provided
  • Learn what clients look for; real people casting
  • Your best attributes on camera
  • How to select the right photographer for this industry
  • What to beware of in this industry

INTERESTED IN A PRIVATE CLASS WITH KATHY WICKLINE? SIMPLY CALL TO BOOK A TIME. FINE-TUNE YOUR ACTING SKILLS IN THE COMFORT OF A PRIVATE SESSION. CALL US. KATHY WICKLINE ALSO OFFERS PRIVATE COACHING AND CLASSES. CALL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. 

"I cannot begin to thank you for all of your help. Since our private consultation I have already attained headshots and more importantly landed two roles and found a great teacher. Thank you again for all of your guidance" - Skye Morris

Register Online!

Call 215-739-9952 or Email consult@wicklinecasting.com  

Fee: $95

Terms: Check, Money Order made out to "Kathy Wickline" (Please do not make it out to Kathy Wickline Casting) OR Cash. A major credit card is required to hold appointment time only.

Cancellations that occur less than 24 hours in advance will be charged at full rate.



Audition Technique with Matt Black 

This is an absolutely exceptional workshop!! It is a perfect choice if you are looking to start booking more auditions, and if you are ready to really start working in the business. This intense 6-week course has received much acclaim in the acting community. You will "polish" your read to be very competitive for auditions. Each student will have substantial camera time, and all work is videotaped so you can see your progress.

"I've taken several workshops and this was by far the best (no kidding)!" - Stan Ostrosky

"Fantastic class!! I was nervous making the transition into on-camera acting, but this has been excellent! I learned what I hoped to and much more!" – Emily Cheney

"This class was the most comprehensive that I've taken. I still can't believe what we covered in 6 weeks, and all of it was practical and I really was able to apply it to the industry. A great teacher with a great personality." – Amy Kramer

Monday Night Class begins July 27, 2009
Class Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm (6-week course)

Fee: $365

Register Online!

Call 215-739-9952 or Email classes@wicklinecasting.com  



Spokesperson/Co-Hosting: Intermediate Level

Instructor: Director, Matt Black

70% of work in the Philadelphia market is corporate industrials, infomercials, point of purchase sales pieces, web hosting, and TV hosting. This is the day-to-day work. Actors who can handle spokesperson and hosting scripts are at the top of the list for this work. These actors work more consistently than other actors in the market. This class will feature working with all sorts of corporate and spokes type scripts.

Thursday Class Begins July 30, 2009
Class Time: 7:00- 9:00pm (6-week course)

Fee: $295

Register Online!

Call 215-739-9952 or Email classes@wicklinecasting.com  



Scene Technique with Donald McKenna

Donald McKenna delivers a class that will train the actor with intense dramatic improvisation and scene work. It is only for the hard working artist. He will train and challenge you to find truthful and believable character- development. This class is for the actor who wishes to access their emotions more readily and consistently while learning to make your objective a first priority. Former students of Donald's still fly him to LA to receive training, a true testimonial of what respect and commitment he earns from his students.

“Instructor Donald McKenna is extremely knowledgeable of his art, and very detail orientated while critiquing the students who are aspiring to become actors. One can feel the characters he describes through the unique presentation of them; he presents an excellent presentation and example of how to utilize your instrument.” – Sanch Sodbinow

“I really enjoyed the Scene Technique workshop with Donald McKenna! It was a great experience and I learned a lot! Donald is a wonderful instructor with tons of knowledge. I would recommend this class to everyone!” – Susan Robinson

“Donald is an excellent teacher. He’s very interesting to listen to and learn from, his imagination is unreal. I enjoyed this class very much and would recommend it to anyone.” – Travis Warke

“I just completed Donald McKenna's Scene Study Technique Class, and I wanted to let you all know how valuable it was to me. I learned so much about the craft of acting and how to improve and grow as an actor. Donald is knowledgeable, creative, and so much fun. My ONLY complaint was that 6 classes wasn't enough! This class was an invaluable resource, and I thank you so much for providing services like this.” – Kara Shelton

Wednesday Night Class Starts June 17, 2009
(6 week course) 7:00-9:00pm

Fee: $295

Register Online!

Call 215-739-9952 or Email classes@wicklinecasting.com  



Auditioning for Kids and Teens

 
“Turn Their Hobby Into A Career”
 
This class is ideal for the Teen or Child Actor (8 years and up) who is ready to push their acting career to the next level. This exciting yet intensive class is designed to help your child ace that important audition. How to impress a casting director, conquer those nerves, get the best out of cold reads for commercials and films, and much more. With the small class size, your child will get individual attention on their technique and learn to work with partners on camera.
 
For those that attending Wickline Casting's Film and TV Camp this summer, this is the perfect workshop to broaden your skills and abilities before camp. Former camp students have booked various commercials and films. In recent months, these include: Dick's Sporting Goods, Journey's Shoes, Philadelphia Tourism, and an independent film featuring over 30 children, "The Pearl."
 
No Experience Necessary.
 
4-week Class
Starting Saturday, May 9, 2009 12:30-2:30pm
(No class May 23 - Memorial Day Weekend)
 
Fee: $195.00
 

Call 215-739-9952 or Email classes@wicklinecasting.com  



Scene & Monologue Coaching for Kids!
  • IS YOUR CHILD READY FOR THEIR BIG AUDITION? 
  • TV / FILM/ COMMERICALS/ THEATRE AUDITIONS
  • SHOWCASES
  • CLASSICALS AUDITIONS
  • AGENT / MANAGER AUDITIONS
  • COLLEGE AUDITIONS

Intensive one on one training to put your child head and shoulders above the competition.

Fee: $55 per session

Register Online!

Call 215-739-9952 or Email classes@wicklinecasting.com  



COLLEGE AUDITION COMING UP?

Determined to get into the college of your dreams
but that entry audition seems a little daunting?

We can help…

Intensive one on one coaching…

From someone who knows what the panel want to see.

  • HELP WITH MONOLOGUE SELECTION
  • INTENSIVE CLASSICAL MONOLOGUE WORKSHOPPING
  • HOW TO MAKE THEM REMEMBER YOU
  • AND MUCH MORE…

“I know what a university wants to see because I used to look for it. I spent my years narrowing 800 applicants down to 20. In a day I could single out our one future student from 50 others.” – Lis Rae

Fee: $55

Register Online!

Call 215-739-9952 or Email classes@wicklinecasting.com  



The LA Showcase with Krisha Bullock for Kids/Teens

With: LOS ANGELES CASTING DIRECTOR KRISHA BULLOCK of the hit shows "Zoey 101", "Drake & Josh",  and "iCarly" on NICKELODEON!

This showcase is a great opportunity to meet Los Angeles Casting Director Krisha Bullock from the hit shows "Zoey 101", "Drake & Josh" and the soon to premier, "iCarly". We are so fortunate to have a rare opportunity to have such a prestigious casting director as Krisha spend valuable time reading the best talent in our area - YOUR kids!

In this showcase, Krisha Bullock and Kathy Wickline will conduct a short seminar (parent/child) about how to safely work this industry, receive auditions and callbacks, find a good agent or manager and how to support your child in this exciting industry. Next, kids will then read one at a time showcasing their adorable selves directly to Krisha Bullock and Kathy Wickline. Kids will perform a real audition scene from one of the Nickelodeon shows!

This is their moment to shine. At the end, everyone will receive written feedback and then become part of both Krisha Bullock and Kathy Wickline's casting files. The Showcase will be held at Kathy Wickline Casting in Philadelphia. Please bring 2 headshots (or photos) for both Krisha and Kathy's files.

Because of the individualized reads, enrollment will be limited. Enroll your child by contacting Kathy Wickline Casting at 215-739-9952 or email for more information at info@wicklinecasting.com or Register Online.

The Showcase is for educational purposes only. This is a generic audition to showcase your skills. This Showcase Includes:

  • Focusing on character development, confidence and making strong choices
  • Work in a mock audition setting using real scripts from the shows
  • Reading for Casting Directors, Krisha Bullock and Kathy Wickline
  • Become part of both Krisha Bullock and Kathy Wickline's talent files!

Krisha Bullock has over 10 years of casting experience on teen shows like "All That", "The Amanda Show", "Drake & Josh", "Zoey 101" and feature films, including the upcoming movie "Alice" as well as Disney Channel's "Movie Surfers", Krisha can help each young actor learn what it takes to get callbacks and book jobs.

Date:  TBA

Session One: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Session Two: 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Ages: 8-17

Fee: $195