About
I am a working actor: most recently in "Can You Ever Forgive Me?," "Boardwalk Empire," "Orange is the New Black," "Gypsy," and most known for my role on "Dharma and Greg." I have been educated in many methods and used them to varying successes throughout my career and I feel, especially through teaching, that I have created an approach that really works. It is based upon Stanislavski's methos of using one's imagination as taught by the great Harry Mastrogeorge, my mentor, and the wonderful Stella Adler. I pepper in what has worked for me from repetition, sense memory, improv, and many theatrical exercises, to create an engaging and thorough exploration of story, intention, relationship, and character, all driving toward the ultimate goal of moving the actor and thus the audience to a deeper empathy for and understanding of the human condition. We have a fantastic time and leave feeling satisfied with our work and ourselves.
I truly love watching students discover their own power to move people and become the heroes of their tales and thus their own lives.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
We begin with scene work, theatrical material usually gives us the most depth. We work through intention to find the reason for the words and then the words come naturally while pursuing the intention.
The students find the intention of the play or screenplay and then of the scene and then their character's intention in the scene, and then we find the tactics used to achieve those intentions. They use their imaginations to create memories, at least two per scene, memories that are essential to fulfilling the emotional context of the moment.
As the students progress we then work on auditions and filming. You may see, on my website, the examples of this work. http://HumanityStudios.com
It's important to me to cultivate a safe space for exploration and expansion. The students are encouraged to practice a state of non judgement in and after class.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
University of Virginia BA Cum Laude
Circle in the Square Professional Theater Program 2 Years under Terese Hayden et al
Over 30 plays, films, and television. imdb.me/shaedlyn
Studied privately with mentor Harry Mastrogeorge, Jeffrey Tambor, and Mary McDonnell
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Shae D'lyn offers Scene Study at $240 per month which is $60 per 3 1/2 hour class. Each student has their own scene tailored to their needs and works every class.
Private Coaching is also available to assist in learning the technique and for preparation for theatrical work, film, and television, as well as audition taping. Rate $60 per 1/2 hour, one hour minimum. Phone consults available for $20 per 1/2 hour.