John DeSotelle Studio

Studio Reading Night - God of Carnage
2022-11-20 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | John DeSotelle Studio, 754 Ninth Avenue, 3rd & 4th floor, New York, NY, 10019, United States
November 20, 2022Cold Reading Night at the Studio
GOD OF CARNAGE
by Yasmina Reza
translation by Christopher Hampton
God of Carnage is a savage, satirical piece of knifework.
A playground altercation between eleven-year-old boys brings together two sets of Brooklyn parents for a meeting to resolve the matter. At first, diplomatic niceties are observed, but as the meeting progresses, and the rum flows, tensions emerge and the gloves come off, leaving the couples with more than just their liberal principles in tatters.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2022
WILLIAMSON ROOM at John DeSotelle Studio
6:30pm Refreshments
7:00pm START

RSVP please or more information Email: info@desotellestudio.com

FROM THE STUDIO PARLOR – COLD READING NIGHT
Whether a classic, modern, new work or other performing arts opportunity, our reading events offer our Studio members, students and alumni actors an opportunity to get together, read a play and practice our craft.
This entertaining event is also open to friends, colleagues and other theater enthusiasts to enjoy with us.
We would love for you to join us!

Studio Reading Night - The Weir
2022-09-25 18:30 - 21:30 | John DeSotelle Studio, 754 Ninth Avenue, 3rd & 4th floor, New York, NY, 10019, United States
September 25, 2022Cold Reading Night at the Studio
THE WEIR
by Conor McPherson
The Weir is a spellbinding masterpiece of suspenseful realism.
A bar in a remote part of Ireland. The local lads are swapping eerie stories to impress a young woman recently moved to the area from Dublin. As the drink flows and the stories become increasingly frightening, Valerie’s own tale reveals the horror of loneliness to be on par with fear of the undead.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2022
THE NUBOX at John DeSotelle Studio
7:00pm START
6:30pm Refreshments
RSVP please or more information Email: info@desotellestudio.com

FROM THE STUDIO PARLOR – COLD READING NIGHT
Whether a classic, modern, new work or other performing arts opportunity, our reading events offer our Studio members, students and alumni actors an opportunity to get together, read a play and practice our craft.
This entertaining event is also open to friends, colleagues and other theater enthusiasts to enjoy with us.
We would love for you to join us!

Actor Intensive
2022-08-09 10:30 - 2022-09-01 18:30 | John DeSotelle Studio, 754 Ninth Avenue, 3rd & 4th floor, New York, NY, 10019, United States
4-week CoreActor Intensive
AUGUST 9 – SEPTEMBER 1

Tuesdays / Thursdays
10:30am – 6:30pm
CALL 212-581-0188
for more information
DEADLINE TO REGISTER
AUGUST 5
REGISTER NOW!

AFFORDABLE . EFFECTIVE . PART TIME
We guarantee – because we hear it every year – You will be FREER, more OPEN, and a more TRUTHFUL and ALIVE actor!

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Studio Reading Night - All My Sons
2022-06-19 18:30 - 21:30 | John DeSotelle Studio, 754 Ninth Avenue, 3rd & 4th floor, New York, NY, 10019, United States
Sunday, June 19, 2022Cold Reading Night at the Studio
ALL MY SONS
by Arthur Miller
Truth, Loyalty, Wealth, Love
Considered an American classic, All My Sons by Arthur Miller is a three-act play written in 1946 and set in a small town several years after World War Two. The play takes place, over its three acts, in the backyard of the Keller residence.
All My Sons is the story of Joe Keller, who owned a munitions factory with his friend and neighbor. After being charged with shipping defective aircraft engines during World War II, Joe’s partner was convicted, but Joe was exonerated.
The play explores the Keller family’s complex relationships, which are burdened with shame, denial, guilt, and grief.
The Military-industrial complex versus the American Dream.

FEATURING: Nancy Wolfe, Michael Citriniti, Mickey Pantano, Jake Lesh, Serena Miller, John Rearick, Chanel Karimkhani, Lizzie Roberts, Andrew Walters, Christopher Oram

SUNDAY, JUNE 19, 2022
THE NUBOX at John DeSotelle Studio
7:00pm START
6:30pm Meet & Greet
RSVP please or more information Email: info@desotellestudio.com

FROM THE STUDIO PARLOR – COLD READING NIGHT
Whether a classic, modern, new work or other performing arts opportunity, our reading events offer our Studio members, students and alumni actors an opportunity to get together, read a play and practice our craft. This entertaining event is also open to friends, colleagues and Studio members to enjoy with us.
We would love for you to join us!

Cold Reading Night - The Woman in Black
2022-05-22 18:30 - 21:30 | John DeSotelle Studio, 754 Ninth Avenue, 3rd & 4th floor, New York, NY, 10019, United States
Sunday, May 22 at 7pmCold Reading Night at the Studio
THE WOMAN IN BLACK
by Susan Hill
adapted for the stage by Stephen Mallatratt
Set on the obligatory English moor, on an isolated causeway, the story has as its hero Arthur Kipps, an up-and-coming young solicitor who has come north from London to attend the funeral and settle the affairs of Mrs. Alice Drablow of Eel Marsh House. The routine formalities he anticipates give way to a tumble of events and secrets more sinister and terrifying than any nightmare: the rocking chair in the deserted nursery, the eerie sound of a pony and trap, a child’s scream in the fog, and most dreadfully–and for Kipps most tragically–The Woman In Black.

FEATURING: TBA

SUNDAY, MAY 22, 2022
THE NUBOX at John DeSotelle Studio
7:00pm START
6:30pm Meet & Greet
RSVP please or more information Email: info@desotellestudio.com

FROM THE STUDIO PARLOR – COLD READING NIGHT
Whether a classic, modern, new work or other performing arts opportunity, our reading events offer our Studio members, students and alumni actors an opportunity to get together, read a play and practice our craft. This entertaining event is also open to friends, colleagues and Studio members to enjoy with us.
We would love for you to join us!

MEISNER ACTING - Free Information Session
2022-02-26 16:30 - 19:30 | John DeSotelle Studio, 754 Ninth Avenue, 3rd & 4th floor, New York, NY, 10019, United States
Studio Meet & Greet EventsFREE Meisner Information Session
MEISNER ACTING
CURIOUS ABOUT THE MEISNER ACTING TECHNIQUE?
Free information session:
Saturday, Feb. 26 at 4:30pm
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR
EXPLORE THE MEISNER TECHNIQUE
TRY REPETITION
ASK QUESTIONS / GET ANSWERS

This is for Actors interested in more information on how to develop their career through professional training in one of the most widely recognized and effective acting techniques across the globe – the MEISNER TECHNIQUE!
You are ready….
Perhaps you’ve always wanted to be an actor, but have never quite been able to take the leap.
Maybe you have a college degree in theater or have taken some acting classes.
Perhaps you’ve already worked a little on stage, film, commercials, television or even a web series.
Nevertheless, you realize that something is missing, and you are not where you want to be….. YOU ARE READY – to fully dive into doing what it takes to become a professional, working actor.
Now what?
Join us for a conversation about becoming an accomplished and skillful actor and artist, and the importance of training.
Talk to a professional actor, artistic director, educator and coach.
Experience sample Meisner exercises.
Discuss what it means to train in the Meisner technique, as well as what it takes to truly become a consummate, professional actor and how to intelligently build your career.
The time is now – You can do this!
Limited Seating
212-581-0188 or submissions@desotellestudio.com
RSVP AND REGISTER HERE

MEET & GREET EVENT w/Acting Workshops
2021-10-16 12:00 - 16:00 | John DeSotelle Studio, 754 Ninth Avenue, 3rd & 4th floor, New York, NY, 10019, United States
Studio Meet & GreetMEET & GREET EVENT with Acting / Movement / Voice
Are you just beginning
or are you ready for the professional track?

Acting / Voice / Movement Previews, Q&A, Talk Back, Networking

FREE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16, 12noon – 4pm
In-Person Event at the Studio
REGISTRATION REQUIRED

RSVP AND REGISTER HERE

Nuance Theatre Co. - Chamber Music
2021-09-17 20:00 - 2021-09-26 22:00 | The NuBox at John DeSotelle Studio, 754 Ninth Avenue, 4th floor, New York, NY, 10019, United States
Opens September 17 - Runs through September 26, 2021A Nuance Theatre Company Production
CHAMBER MUSIC
by Arthur Kopit

Dark Comedy? Tragedy? Absurd? Horror?
Think you know this play? Think again….
Arthur Kopit’s CHAMBER MUSIC…..Like not seen before!
Director John DeSotelle once again brings to the stage a remarkable and unexpected theatrical piece within the intimate, close-up theater setting of The NuBox venue in Hell’s Kitchen. Armed with powerful performances and an outstanding set and light design from award winning scenic designer, Matthew Imhoff, this professional Equity Showcase production of Chamber Music promises to be a provocative and entertaining experience.
IT’S CAPTIVATING. IT’S DISTURBING. IT’S FUN – UNTIL IT’S NOT!
SEPTEMBER 17 – 26, 2021
FOR TICKETS: CLICK HERE
Set in the women’s ward of an insane asylum, 1938, Chamber Music explores transgressive themes of entrapment, rebellion and identity. The story revolves around a meeting of eight women to discuss what to do about a perceived threat of attack they fear is mounting from the men’s ward. The women are (or at least believe themselves to be) eight famous figures from history: Gertrude Stein, Susan B. Anthony, Joan of Arc, Queen Isabella I, Osa Johnson, Pearl White, Constanze Mozart, and Amelia Earhart. Come and join us up the attic stairs of the asylum for an urgent member meeting…… Are you ready to meet the Committee?
HOW IT STARTED:
Initiated during COVID quarantine, John DeSotelle along with an inspired team of actors starved for an artistic outlet and the need to connect and create, chose a play not often performed yet teaming with a collection of distinctive roles. After months of exploration, research and the re-imagining of the script and its characters the project gradually evolved into a professional main stage production of CHAMBER MUSIC…..Like you’ve not seen before!
FEATURING:

Tah von Allmen*

Natalie Streiter

Mickey Pantano*

Karen M. Koffman*

Jude Feingold*

Joscelyne Wilmouth

John Rearick

Emily DeSotelle

Chanel Karimkhani*

*These actors are appearing courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association.

CHAMBER MUSIC is presented by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, New York. This is an Equity Approved Showcase.
CREATIVE TEAM:

John DeSotelle

Dori Levit

Matthew Imhoff

Matthew Lott

Janice Orlandi

Haulston Mann

Ali Basalyga

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PLEASE NOTE: This show is not recommended for individuals under the age of 18 due to occasional depictions of difficult and disturbing mental health issues among the patients as well as their treatment.
COVID-19 SAFETY:
For the safety of all parties and in order to welcome audiences back to the theater, we will be following protocols as mandated by the recent KEY TO NYC as well as safeguards adopted by The Broadway League.
People attending our performances must show a photo ID and proof of Covid-19 vaccination. For those who are unvaccinated due to a disability or religious belief. we will need proof of a recent negative PCR COVID-19 test taken 72 hours or a negative rapid COVID-19 antigen test taken within 6 hours of the performance. All guests must also wear a face covering at all times except when actively eating or drinking.
Guests who do not comply with these protocols will be denied entry or asked to leave the Theater and Studio facility.
We appreciate your understanding and consideration as we navigate through this ever-changing environment. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office at 212-581-0188.
Thank you for your understanding and consideration.

Studio Play Reading Night - Guards at the Taj
2021-07-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom Reading
Stay at Home and Watch us on ZoomStudio Play Reading Night
GUARDS AT THE TAJ
by Rajiv Joseph

In 1648 India, two Imperial Guards watch from their post as the sun rises for the first time on the newly-completed Taj Mahal—an event that shakes their respective worlds. When they are ordered to perform an unthinkable task, the aftermath forces them to question the concepts of friendship, beauty, and duty, and changes them forever.

SUNDAY, JULY 25
6:45pm ZOOM ROOM OPENS 7:00pm START
RSVP please or more information Email: info@desotellestudio.com
Join ZOOM LINK Reading
Meeting ID: 895 9172 7021
Passcode: [REDACTED]

FEATURING: Sheikh Niloy and Juancho Rodriquez
FROM THE STUDIO PARLOR – PLAY READING NIGHT
Whether a classic, modern, new work or other performing arts opportunity, our reading events offer our Studio members, students and alumni actors an opportunity to get together, read a play and practice our craft. This entertaining event is also open to the public, our friends and colleagues to enjoy with us.
We would love for you to join us!

Studio Play Reading Night - The Signalman
2021-04-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom Reading
Stay at home and watch us on ZoomStudio Play Reading Night
THE SIGNALMAN
by Charles Dickens;
adapted for the stage by Matthew Harper

The Signalman…a ghost story from the mind of Charles Dickens brought to life for one night…..

Gather your favorite refreshments, put a match to a candle or two, then turn out the lights – sit back and let us tell you a most curious and haunting tale…

SUNDAY, APRIL 18
6:45pm ZOOM ROOM OPENS 7:00pm START
RSVP please or more information Email: info@desotellestudio.com
Join ZOOM LINK Reading
Meeting ID: 895 9172 7021
Passcode: [REDACTED]

FEATURING: Andrew Walters, Roman Alec Trevino, Oumar Kante, Joshua Olumide
FROM THE STUDIO PARLOR – PLAY READING NIGHT
Whether a classic, modern, new work or other performing arts opportunity, our reading events offer our Studio members, students and alumni actors an opportunity to get together, read a play and practice our craft. This entertaining event is also open to the public, our friends and collegues to enjoy with us.
We would love for you to join us!

Studio Play Reading Night - Vaudeville Playlets - Yellow Roses and Fancy Free
2021-03-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom Reading
Stay at home and join us on ZOOMStudio Play Reawding Night Yellow Roses and Fancy Free
by Stanley Houghtan
This month we are looking back to the early 20th century and reading two one-act Vaudeville playlets by Stanley Houghtan – Yellow Roses and Fancy Free.
Featuring a special introduction by Mari Lyn Henry; author, theatrical historian, founder of the Society for the Preservation of Theatrical History, and recipient of a Special Award from the League of Professional Theatre Women for her contributions to the industry, advocacy and heritage. SocietyPTH.com

SUNDAY, MARCH 21
6:45pm ZOOM ROOM OPENS 7:00pm START
RSVP please or more information Email: info@desotellestudio.com
Join ZOOM LINK Reading
Meeting ID: 895 9172 7021
Passcode: [REDACTED]
FEATURING: Mari Lyn Henry, Richard Clodfelter, Emily DeSotelle, Matthew Ip Shaw, Joe Staton
SYNOPSIS:
Yellow Roses – Nothing is lost forever, and even from the prickliest of thorns, a rose can bloom.
Fancy Free – A comedy of manners, and of marriage – in which the only unforgivable fault is a lack of style. When anything goes, frivolity is the only necessity.

Bring your glass of wine, a beer or non-alcoholic beverage and (of course) munchies, dinner or dessert, mingle and then sit back and enjoy a FUN & FREE Reading on Zoom!

FROM THE STUDIO PARLOR – PLAY READING NIGHT
Whether a classic, modern, new work or other performing arts opportunity, our reading events offer our Studio members, students and alumni actors an opportunity to get together, read a play and practice our craft. This entertaining event is also open to the public, our friends and collegues to enjoy with us.
We would love for you to join us!
