https://www.thepathactingstudio.com/blog daily 0.75 2021-01-10 https://www.thepathactingstudio.com/blog/Blog Post Title One-2w8ht monthly 0.5 2021-01-10 https://www.thepathactingstudio.com/home daily 1.0 2026-02-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/ef895c0f-0c99-4416-8be2-f916322bc70a/Scene+Study+Private+Lessons+%282%29.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/82f21352-90a8-48c7-992b-7565019686fb/Scene+Study+Private+Lessons+%281%29.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/34c6a64e-4b41-406d-9868-c8afef81dd50/Ginger+Zee+quote.jpg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/1607460553340-CNSN1I18L7KGRV2K9WB4/book+cover+2.jpg+2.jpg Home - The Razor’s Edge Method guides an actor to look at the human condition from the prospective of a shaman. That we have three selves, the Basic self, the Conscious self and the Higher self. Contained in these three selves are the physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual sides of the human condition. This method of acting centers around developing tools from these four parts to create a well-rounded character. It will challenge actors to make bold choices and get up on that razor’s edge to create dynamic performances. Like that of a shaman’s, an actor’s journey must be spiritual in order to truly inspire their audiences. An Actor’s Guide to Walking the Razor’s Edge is available at Lulu.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/38f434c6-0273-4f59-8630-6396d8050caf/Kevin+King.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/c7652359-9bac-4de8-82ea-6e5a928b5f8a/Untitled+design+%2826%29.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/1607462182052-DU18OMSKCDRJKH60HX8H/The+foundation+path+pic.jpg Home - The Foundation Path is designed for the beginner actor as well for the advanced actor who has not been trained in the Razor’s Edge Method. The three steps explore the Basic, Conscience and Higher parts of the human condition so that the actor can create well-rounded, authentic characters. Check out our acting classes! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/1607463928323-KWO42DRVV2W73DX31KNO/The+AudtionPath+pic.jpg Home - The Audition Path is designed for advanced actors and prepares them for all styles of auditioning focusing on on-camera work.. Students must set up an interview to be approved to join this path if they have not completed the Exploring Scenes and Monologues class or the Foundation Path but have an advanced performance degree or extensive experience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/1607531772518-E2YDELNYGGBVQ6LGIFFC/The+International+Foundation+Path.jpg Home - The International Foundation Path is the same curriculum as the Foundation Path but is designed for international students who want to study acting in English. All of the classes are offered at times that are convenient for students abroad. This Path is designed for the beginner actor as well for the advanced actor who has not been trained in the Razor’s Edge Method. The three steps explore the Basic, Conscience and Higher parts of the human condition so that the actor can create well-rounded, authentic characters. Check out our acting classes! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/1607528747822-IVRITW0AMJCAMYAZKAKG/The+Styles+path+pic.jpg Home - The Styles Path is designed for advanced actors and every term explores different styles of acting by examining playwrights and genres throughout different time periods. Not only will the actor be educated with classical work but will also have the opportunity to exercise their acting muscles. Students must set up an interview to be approved to join this path if they have not taken a class with Michael Pieper but have an advanced performance degree or extensive experience. Check out our acting classes! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/8a0244c0-ca2a-4d1e-a49b-0deff16c1f67/for+Teens.jpg https://www.thepathactingstudio.com/about daily 0.75 2023-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fcfda7f90f3c97a2840b753/1607462780053-194CLYT9XNRI4H3GHKRC/my+revisded+headshot_001.jpg About - Michael S. Pieper has been developing and teaching his method of acting in the Midwest and west coast since 1988. Michael headed up the Acting Program at the Second City Training Center for the last 22 years. He received his Masters of Fine Arts in Directing from the United States International University of San Diego where he also was on the faculty for eight years. He was the Artistic Director of the North Coast Conservatory Theatre in San Diego, the Resident Director/Artistic Associate at the Trap Door Theatre and Artistic Director of the Boxer Rebellion Theatre, both in Chicago. 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