Thomas L. Phillips is a graduate of West Shore Community College who acted in many theatre productions during his time there.
Thomas then went on to receive Bachelor’s Degrees in both Theatre Directing and Theatre Performance from Northern Arizona University and then received his Master’s degree in Film & Television Production from Chapman University. Since that time he has directed, produced, and/or edited many film and theatre productions, many of which have been nominated and won awards in various categories including Best Film, Best Director, Best Editor, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Cinematography, Best Writer, Best Screenplay, Best Horror Film, Best Comedy, Best Horror/Comedy and Best Drama. He has also instructed theatre and film courses at The Actors Workshop, The Art Institute of Jacksonville, Campbellsville University, and the Compass College of Cinematic Arts. He was also the owner/CEO of T Street Productions from 2004-2018.
Topics covered during the workshop will include ensemble building, breath support & vocal techniques, character building, movement, improvisation, performance elements and much more. Participants are encouraged to bring a short piece that they’d like to work on performing but this is not required.
Cost for the workshop is $25 for Stage Left Theatre Company Members (those who have worked on a Stage Left production in the past) and Ludington Area Center for the Arts member, and $40 for non-members. Pizza and beverages will be provided for lunch. Stage Left Theatre Company Members should use promo code “companymember” and LACA members should use promo code "lacamember" at check out to receive the discounted ticket price.
Participants must be age 16 or older to attend and the class is limited to 15 students. Registration will close on June 20th or when the 15 student limit is reached.