
Shirley N.

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Beginner, Intermediate, AdvancedAbout Shirley N.
In 2008, I graduated from Georgetown University with a BA in Psychology and went on to receive my Masters in Fine Arts from the University of Southern California in 2012. As a graduate student at USC’s School of Dramatic Arts, I participated in the 3-year repertory acting program. While in graduate school and after, I was the producer’s assistant at Frigate Bay Filmworks. There, I worked closely with producers, screenwriters, casting directors, directors, and special effects teams in the development of motion picture properties based on original literary works and life story materials. At the end of 2016, I moved from Los Angeles to Atlanta. 2017, I completed the Film and Digital Media Certificate Program with a focus on Screenwriting through the Clayton State University Continuing Education. I have written and directed two short films and am the principal director and story-editor for the web-series, SCALES. As an actor, I have performed on film and stage in various classical and contemporary roles in Los Angeles, Berkeley, Washington DC, and Atlanta.
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She is amazing at acting she pushes you if you need to be pushed. I’m glad to say she was my first acting teacher!😁

Classes have been really good she is pushing me so I can get stronger.

I had such a good time and learned a lot! Looking forward to my other lessons.

She's really nice!

I was sort of nervous about how this would go, but I am more than pleased with the first lesson! Shirley is very knowledgeable and she has great energy! My eight year old was engaged the entire session! She also was very inviting towards my participation in the lessons. I would highly recommend!

Shirley is an excellent teacher, gives great structure advice , walks you through everything every step of the way

My daughter loves her class with Ms. Shirley and she feels that she has learned a lot in just the 3 sessions she has attended.

I needed help with a college audition and had a close deadline. Shirley was able to help me prepare and feel confident about my work. She also told me what to expect when going into the audition so I would not be nervous.

Shirley was an exceptional instructor that gave in-depth feedback and coaching to help elevate my performance as an actor. She worked tirelessly to help elevate my performance as well as other cast mates. I look forward to working with her again.

Shirley is amazing! She walked me through the audition process step by step. I knew what to expect, and how to conduct myself in the audition. Mostly though she was encouraging of me and my talent after our lesson I felt so empowered to keep going, and I got the job.
Photos & Videos
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Story Consultant
Jan 2020 - PresentShirley Marie Norman Ventures
Guide screenwriters, novelists, and students in structuring their stories, creating three-dimensional characters, and building vivid worlds that captivate readers and viewers.
Screenwriting Instructor
Aug 2018 - PresentFilm and Digital Media Center at Clayton State University
Assistant and fill in for main the writing instructor and the Film and Digital Media Center's Production program.
Acting Coach
Aug 2017 - PresentPrivate Acting Coach
Personalized lessons to young children and adults who are preparing for auditions as well as performances.
Director/Story Editor
Jan 2017 - PresentiamPLS Productions
Story Editor and main director for the entire four seasons of the web-series SCALES. Currently available on Youtube.com.
Drama Teacher
Sep 2019 - Dec 2019East Bay Center for Performing Arts
The main instructor for Beginner Theatre Monologues, Devised Theater and Co-Director for the "Richmond Nutcracker".
Education
MFA, Theatre
Aug 2009 - May 2012University of Southern California
BA, Psychology
Aug 2004 - May 2008Georgetown University
Languages
English
Fluent / Native Proficiency
Certifications
Film and Digital Media Center Writing Certificate
Jun 2017Clayton State University
Affiliations
Alpha Phi Omega
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