About
Hello, my name is Michelle Matlock and I am the founder of Circle UP Productions (CUP). CUP is dedicated to bringing marvelous entertainment and Performance Workshops to Downtown Tacoma and surrounding areas.
I have been acting and performing for as long as I can remember. My first professional gig was at the Pantages Theater in Tacoma when I was eleven years old. I went on to study theater at Western Washington University and then I graduated from the National Shakespeare Conservatory in New York City.
Most recently I created and performed the role of "Ladybug" for Cirque du Soleil's touring show OVO. After 10 years on the road with that show I have recently returned to my hometown of Tacoma and am now producing, directing and teaching in the area.
I spent 15 years in New York teaching after school acting programs, clowning worshops and one on one coaching for auditions, solo shows and basic techniques for performance.
I love working with actors of all ages. My focus is to always identify my students raw talent, then challenge them to discover all the possibilities there are to acheive their goals. I use theater games and clown techniques to help performers hone their craft. I enjoy seeing my students develop and grow their skills as performers.
I've taught acting and clowning for a variety of companies including Cirque du Soleil, Big Apple Circus (NY), Royal Caribbean Cruises, Circus Minimus (NY), Children's Aid Society (NY), Village Academy (NY, Find Your Passion Program), Island School (NY) and a myriad of private lessons along the way.
Please visit my website to discover more about my work and accomplishments in the entertainment industry.
http://michellenicolematlock.com
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I always begin with listening to the student's why, motivation and what goals they want to achieve with their lessons. This is a discussion where I listen most of the time.
Once I have an idea of the student's wants and desires, I create a personal lesson plan that will excercise every performance muscle and develop the skills that the student will need to achieve their goals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Western Washington University (Theater)
National Shakespeare Conservatory Graduate (Classical, Acting)
Studied with acting and clown masters: Joan Evans, Aitor Basauri, David Shiner, Fay Simpson to name a few.