Studio GF

Studio GF

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Offers online services

About

If you're looking to work in TV and film, I teach all about the acting industry!I having decades of experience, having earned my SAG/AFTRA card in 1984! I've worked on over 1,000 TV/ film projects and over 300 commercials!

I give students the correct inside information about the industry, how to get booked, necessary tools, and include insider tips and leads to fast track their careers!

As an Adjunct University Professor for six years, and 15 years teaching at entertainment schools in both CA. and NYC, I enjoyed guiding students to successful careers in television, film, and TV commercials!

I offer classes in proven techniques for TV/film acting, (Screen Acting) as well as courses that are specific for TV commercial acting (Acting in TV Commercials). There IS a big difference between stage, screen, and TV commercial acting, so each course teaches a separate and proven technique!

I also offer classes in cold reading and auditioning skills (Cold Reading Course) that teach a proven, effective technique recognized by casting directors that helps you land the role! This technique helps take the stress out of cold readings and presents confidence and professionalism for your auditions!

I'm background checked, with years of experience as both a union actor, career guidance counselor, and an experienced educator!

I enjoy the fact that I can assist people in achieving their dreams, improve their confidence, gifts and talents. I also enjoy that I can save them years of possible mistakes, and that I can quickly get them to the right people who hire for television and film...


Highlights

Hired 5 times
1 employee
29 years in business
Serves Newport Beach , CA
Offers online services

Payment methods

Credit Card, Cash, Check, Paypal, Zelle

Social media


Details

Experience level

No experience, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Acting venue(s)

Theater, Improv theater, Musical theater, Film, TV episode, TV commercial, Radio, Not applicable; lessons are for personal interest

People in group

1 person, 2-4 people

Acting focus area(s)

No specific focus, Hone diction and enunciation, Expand vocal range, Strengthen vocal projection, Refine vocal expression

Students goals

To prepare for an audition, To build confidence, To explore as a hobby, To continue professional development

Acting type(s)

I can make recommendations, Scene study, Cold reading, Method acting, Classical acting, Voice-over, Improv, Physical theater and movement

Student's age

11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

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    Laura M.

    Studio GF has been everything I’ve been looking for. Gina Fracchione has given fantastic instruction to the business. She’s very thorough and trustworthy. Within a couple lessons/classes with Gina I booked 2 jobs.
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    October 18, 2022
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    Mary F.

    I was a former student of Ginas from 2017-2019 in a university setting. I owe a lot of my own personal successes to Prof. Gina. Here classes were always the most informative, fun, and provided the most up-to-date information about the industry and its practices. She combines practical tools for working in Hollywood along with great acting technique and moral ethics. She was and still remains invested in me and my career, and I have her to thank for her knowledge and knowhow for the success I have now as a SAG-AFTRA actor working in this industry. I cannot recommend her further her time and teaching worth every penny!
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    May 05, 2021

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    Morgan B.

    Gina is a great teacher and can help you in so many ways. Definitely would recommend her :)
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    August 29, 2019

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    Margie C.

    Gina Fricchione has been my teacher for the past three years, and she has helped me tremendously in my growth as an actor. She has a gift for teaching, and has taught me how to judge my own work in an honest way. In addition, Gina has always been a positive role model. Her honesty and integrity is unquestionable, and I never doubt if she will tell me if she likes my performance or not. She has the ability to see what needs to be changed and she will call you on it if she sees how a scene or monologue can be performed better. Gina also sees the potential in all of her students , and she has pushed me to make each performance the best it can possibly be.
    The genuine love Gina has for her students is clear with all the hours she puts in, even during her time off, to email suggestions or send inspirational videos to keep you going.
    I have worked with Gina for three years, during which she was my mentor for preparing and tweaking 10 different monologues I can use for auditions. In addition, she has also guided me in learning what a professional actor’s webpage should look like.
    Gina is a trustworthy mentor who has always gone “over and above” what was expected of her. When I first came to LA, I knew very little about this industry, and Gina has prepared me so well that I now go to auditions with confidence and ease knowing I have been equipped with all the tools I need. I highly endorse Gina. She is the best of the best!
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    September 18, 2018

    Frequently asked questions

    Typically I request to speak to a new student on the phone first to determine their goals. By speaking to the student and learning more about them, I can determine what classes best suit their needs, and the amount of class time required. 

    Once we discuss classes, scheduling and tuition, payment is made through my website, www.studiogfacting.com using PayPal. Payments may also be made through Zelle, or Cash App.

    A receipt for payment is sent to the student, and classes will be coordinated and scheduled.

    A 24 hour courtesy notice is kindly requested beforehand if you need to reschedule a class. 

    Lee Strasberg Acting Institute, The Actor's Studio NYC, NY, HB Studios, NYC, NY., Dale Carnegie Institute, and have worked on approximately 600 TV, film, and commercial projects.

    6 years modeling internationally.

    17 years instructing modeling, communication, etiquette and personal development skills at national schools as well as privately.

    6 years as an Adjunct Professor of Acting and Personal Plan for Success mentor at an accredited Southern CA. university.

    34 years as a professional actor, and member of SAG/AFTRA.

    Since each class is structured differently, according to the students needs and schedule...the tuition will vary, depending on the hours of class required. 

    I won a full tuition for an acting and modeling course by winning a local Miss America preliminary scholarshp pageant at 17, performing a scene from Neil Simon's "Chapter Two". I was later asked to teach at the school shortly after completing the program and attending college. 

    While working as a union actor in NYC, I also taught acting and modeling classes part time at Mirror Models and Talent in Great Neck NY.

    Upon moving to CA. in 1991, I continued to teach modeling and acting classes P/T in Orange County, CA. while also continuiing my acting career.

    I've worked with all types of students throughout the years. Some want to focus on TV and Film, while some simply want to prepare for entry into a school for the arts, perform in local stage productions, or a specific auditon. 

    Fortune 500 companies have also hired me to train their employees in the areas of personal development, presentation and communication skills. 

    My students are from all types of diverse backgrounds. Some were home schooled in the midwest, some are from the inner city, while yet others are immersed as professionals in corporate America or the entertainment or fashion industry. I've lived globally in major cities as well as in suburbs, so I tend to have an accepting and positive approach towards my students and their circumstances socioeconomic backgrounds, and desired future goals. My aim is to teach, inspire, motivate and correctly guide my students to success!

    To make sure the teacher has a sold background in the industry and that they know what theyr'e talking about. 


    Services offered

    Acting
    Voice Acting
    Public Speaking
    Modeling
    Speech