Obsidian ACME

About

Providing acting and performance art classes for the would be professional giving the tools to prepare for live stage and television acting as well as teaching actors to move well.

with over 25 years as a professional artist and singer students work directly with me to learn various acting methods and skill sets to prepare them for auditions in the real world.

Our classes are Real, Relevant, and Relational for the would be professional.

One of my greatest joys is helping people find the connection within themselves, and with others, that enables them to reach their true potential and better move towards their goals – whether that be managing physical or mental pain, landing an acting role, giving a public presentation or leading a team in business, overcoming shyness or a speech difficulty. There are so many ways that working with how you use your voice and body can be so transformative.

Highlights

Current Top Pro

4 employees

34 years in business

Serves Norfolk, VA

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BriJea C.

If it were not for Mr. Herb Williams, I would never have found my love and passion for performing. I met Mr. Williams during the summer of my 7th grade year. He was hosting a Theater Camp in which we performed The Me Nobody Knows. I then went on to join his production of Black Nativity which was a huge success in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. This production sold out all three nights at the Attucks Theater in Norfolk. He instilled the importance of commitment, hard work and diligence in me at a young age. He pushed me out of my comfort zone and made me a dancer when I thought I was going to sit back and sing. I was 14 when I met him, I am now 26. Those same values have been carried with me throughout life. I went on to graduate from the Visual and Performing Arts Academy at Salem High School and later to join the Grammy Nominated Winston-Salem State University Choir where I was afforded the opportunity to travel abroad and sing, and even had the opportunity to sing at Carnegie Hall! It is no doubt of mine that Mr. Herb Williams helped me develop and shape my craft as an artist and also my love for the arts as a whole! He is a true talent and expert and has so much wisdom to offer those who are lucky enough to be blessed under his leadership. I will never forget those moments I was able to spend working with him. Thank you!

February 03, 2021

Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new student?

Interview required for student before acceptance.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I am a professional actor and acting coach with over 35 years combined experience in the entertainment industry. I have lectured, directed, choreographed, and performed at various European and American Theaters and Drama Schools in addition to being extensively involved with the audition and selection process...etc. I teach privately in Virginia and will travel to any area of the country to work with my clients.

Describe a recent event you are fond of.

I am currently acting coach for the cast of a new project being filmed in Charlotte NC.

What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?

Choosing a coach for actor training is so important and challenging to an aspiring actor, and the individual that you team up with can wind up being more than just a colleague, teacher or professional connection.

In many cases, acting coaches become an ongoing source of great inspiration and have the intention of being a nurturing role model for their pupils. To be truthful, it is unlikely that you will gain much from paying someone that you have no respect for and ultimately think that you can do better than! When you are up collecting your first Emmy, you want to look back and be able to say: "You taught me so much".

Services offered

Acting