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Theater Acting with Vandi E.

Indianapolis, Indiana

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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
All ages
Speaks Spanish, French, German, Italian
Teaching since 2011
Music Production

    Bring Characters to Life with Method Acting, Stage Movement, Scene Study, Improv Skills, & More!

    Theater acting lessons with me are a unique and transformative experience for several compelling reasons: Extensive Training and Experience: I possess a solid foundation in theater acting, with degrees in both theater performance and music performance. My extensive training and on-stage experience provide a wealth of knowledge to share with my students. Method Acting Expertise: I specialize in method acting, which involves delving deep into a character's psychology and emotions. I will guide you in developing a personal and profound connection to your characters, enabling you to bring them to life with authenticity and emotional depth. Scene Study: Theater is all about storytelling and character development. I will work with you on scene study, helping you dissect scripts, understand character motivations, and create believable and memorable performances. Stage Movement and Physicality: In theater, body language and movement are crucial to conveying your character's intentions and emotions. I will teach you how to physically portray your character's tactics, ensuring your stage presence is compelling and effective. Improvisational Skills: Improvisation is a valuable skill for any actor, providing the ability to adapt and think on your feet. I will help you sharpen your improv skills, making you more versatile and confident on stage. Character Transformation: Theater acting often requires actors to portray characters vastly different from themselves. I will assist you in the art of character transformation, helping you explore and express the unique traits and qualities of each role you undertake. Emotional Range: I will guide you in expanding your emotional range, allowing you to convincingly convey a wide spectrum of feelings and moods on stage, creating a more engaging and compelling performance. Individualized Coaching: I understand that every actor has their own strengths and challenges. I will work closely with you to identify your specific needs and tailor the lessons to help you grow as an actor, addressing your unique goals and areas for improvement. In summary, theater acting lessons with me offer a unique blend of method acting expertise, scene study, stage movement, improvisational skills, character transformation, emotional range, and individualized coaching. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced actor, my guidance and support will empower you to excel in the world of theater, bringing characters to life in a way that captivates and resonates with your audience. Classical Theater: Specializing in classical plays, such as Shakespearean works or Greek tragedies, and mastering the language and style of these plays. Contemporary Theater: Focusing on modern and contemporary plays, often characterized by realistic and relatable characters. Musical Theater: Specializing in musicals, which require acting, singing, and dancing skills. Physical Theater: Emphasizing physicality, movement, and non-verbal communication in performances. Comedy and Improvisation: Developing skills in comedic timing, improvisation, and physical comedy. Dramatic Monologues: Mastery of dramatic monologues, often used in auditions and solo performances. Period-Specific Theater: Becoming an expert in a particular historical period, such as Elizabethan, Victorian, or 1920s theater. Character Transformation: Focusing on the ability to transform physically and emotionally to portray a wide range of characters. Voice and Speech: Specializing in vocal techniques, accents, and dialects for specific roles. Stage Combat: Learning the art of stage combat, including sword fighting, hand-to-hand combat, and choreographed fight sequences. Ensemble Acting: Mastering the art of working seamlessly with an ensemble cast and building chemistry on stage. Children's Theater: Tailoring performances and acting styles for young audiences. Solo Performance: Specializing in one-person shows, solo performances, and storytelling. Shakespearean Theater: Focusing on the works of William Shakespeare, including verse-speaking and character portrayal. Physical Comedy: Mastery of physical humor, clowning, and slapstick comedy. Experimental Theater: Exploring non-traditional and avant-garde theater styles and techniques. Theater for Social Change: Using theater as a medium for social and political commentary and activism. Devised Theater: Collaboratively creating original theater works through improvisation and ensemble efforts. Eco-Theater: Focusing on environmental and sustainability themes in theater productions. Puppetry and Object Theater: Specializing in puppetry, object manipulation, and integrating inanimate objects into performances. Shadow Theater: Mastering the art of creating performances using shadows and silhouettes. Multilingual Theater: Performing in multiple languages or specializing in theater productions for specific linguistic communities. Immersion Theater: Engaging in immersive, interactive theater experiences where the audience is a part of the performance. Solo Performance Art: Exploring personal storytelling and artistic expression through solo performances. These theater specialties offer a diverse range of opportunities for actors to specialize and develop expertise in various aspects of the theater world. Actors can choose a specialty that aligns with their interests and career aspirations.

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    East Brookside Avenue, Indianapolis, IN
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    Teaching Hours

    Tuesday
    7 AM-1:30 PM
    3 PM-5 PM
    Sunday
    9 AM-12 PM
    1 PM-3 PM
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    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $40
    45 minutes
    $55
    60 minutes
    $75
    75 minutes
    $85
    90 minutes
    $100
    105 minutes
    $115
    120 minutes
    $130

    About Vandi E.

    4.8
    (125)
    Vandi has extensive performance experience in multiple genres: professionally with opera, orchestra, chamber music, musical theater, straight theater, film, sacred works, church music, jazz, and contemporary music. Credentials: Russian Opera Workshop-Philadelphia 2020 Opera Programs Berlin-2020 Shenandoah University CCM Styles Vocal Pedagogy Summer Institute-2020 Meisner Training-Phoenix Theater with Bill Simmons 2017-2018 Destruction in Decatur 2017-Broadsword and Rapier and Dagger SAFD Certifications Crittenden Opera Workshop 2017-Washington D.C. CISCO 2017-Stage Combat Certifications Vianden Summer Program 2016-Luxembourg CISCO 2016-Stage Combat Certifications MM in Vocal Performance, the University of Akron, May 2015 BFA in Musical Theater, Shorter University, May 2011 (Theatre minor and Equivalent of a piano minor) Cosmetology Instructor's Certification and License, Gadsden State Community College, May 2007 Cosmetology Certification and License, May 2006
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    Lee
    Online
    Vandi is AMAZING!! Love working with her. She has a world of knowledge and she likes to share that with her students. She gives great feedback!!!
    Posted May 8, 2024
    Lisa
    Online
    My first impression of Vandi is that she is passionate about what she does, possesses a great deal of knowledge and training pertaining to singing, training the muscles involved with singing and overall growth and development as a singer. She was super friendly, organized, and encouraging! Just what I needed. I couldn’t be more excited about starting this journey with her!
    Posted Dec 12, 2023
    Laura
    Teacher's studio
    Always positive, encouraging and pleasant. Very professional and focused on getting you to improve your voice or speech patterns. Has many exercises to improve your own problems and can quickly switch to help you with new problems as they develop.Knowledgeable about vocal anatomy and public perceptions of different speech types which helps you recognize and understand what is happening as you speak. I highly recommend Vandi and after doing this realize how important it is for any person who speaks - which is mostly everyone - to be cognizant of your own voice patterns and how to influence them
    Posted Oct 25, 2023
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    Experience

    Church Musician

    Jan, 2020 - Present

    Zionsville United Methodist Church

    Author of Speak to Inspire

    Feb, 2023 - Feb, 2023

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    Jan, 2023 - Jan, 2023

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    Young Artist

    Jun, 2020 - Jun, 2020

    IBA-Bavaria

    Fellowship

    May, 2020 - May, 2020

    Alexander Intensive-NYC

    Young Artist

    Mar, 2020 - Mar, 2020

    Syracuse Opera

    Singer/Songwriter/Producer

    Jan, 2020 - Present

    Vandi Lynnae

    Mary

    May, 2019 - Jun, 2019

    The Rock Musical

    Singer/Pianist/Songwriter

    Jan, 2019 - Present

    Riding Roughshod

    Country/Rock Band

    Director-Broadway Bound for Teens

    Jan, 2019 - Mar, 2020

    DMPAC

    Singer

    Dec, 2018 - Present

    Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra

    Singer in Yuletide Celebration, A Night in Paris, Harry Potter Movie Score, Stravinsky Firebird Remix/Response

    Co-Founder/Instructor-Voice, Dance Choreography, Movement, Directing

    Jun, 2018 - Present

    Indianapolis Opera Workshop

    Co-Founder and Instructor at the Indianapolis Opera Workshop with Marion University

    Singer

    May, 2018 - Oct, 2018

    Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra

    Lois/Bianca-Kiss Me Kate Trio-Trouble in Tahiti

    Actress/Singer

    Dec, 2017 - Dec, 2017

    Beef and Boards Dinner Theater

    A Christmas Carol

    Actress/Singer

    Nov, 2017 - Nov, 2017

    Theater at the Fort

    The Old Man and the Sea

    Opera Singer

    Jun, 2017 - Jun, 2017

    Crittenden Opera Workshop 2017

    Performer in Opera Scenes from Sacred Marriage, Bartered Bride, and The Old Maid and the Thief

    Artistic Director, Stunt Choreographer, Hair and Makeup Designer, Vocal and Acting Coach, Costuming

    Jun, 2017 - Jun, 2017

    M3 Musical Theatre Kids Camp

    The Wizard of Oz Kids Production Ages 5-14

    Stage Combatant

    May, 2017 - Jun, 2017

    CISCO 2017

    SAFD Certified in Sword and Shield, Small Sword, and Theatrical Firearms Safety DAI Certified in Unarmed and Broadsword SAFD Renewal of Rapier and Dagger and Unarmed Combat

    Jazz Vocalist

    Jan, 2017 - Dec, 2017

    Omnivore

    Jazz Vocalist

    Vianden Music Festival Summer Program and Festival Performer

    Aug, 2016 - Aug, 2016

    Vianden Festival

    Attended Summer Training Program and Performed in the Vianden Music Festival

    Artistic Director

    Jun, 2016 - Jun, 2016

    M3 Musical Theatre Kids Camp

    Aladdin Kids Production Ages 5-14

    CISCO 2016

    May, 2016 - May, 2016

    Central Illinois Stage Combat Workshop

    Eureka College and Western Illinois University: SAFD Certified in Theatrical Firearms Safety SAFD Basic Pass in Knife SAFD Recommended Pass in Quarterstaff DAI Certified in Rapier & Dagger DAI Certified in Single Rapier

    Artistic Director

    Jan, 2016 - Dec, 2020

    M3 Theatre Camp

    Voice & Piano Teacher

    Nov, 2015 - Present

    Music Studio

    Teaching Private Voice and Piano Lessons Performing in Recitals and Concerts

    Film/Commercial/Voice-over/Modeling

    May, 2015 - Present

    Talent Fusion Agency

    Lighted Path Worship Leader and Coordinator

    Jan, 2013 - May, 2015

    Advent Lutheran Church

    Organized Contemporary Worship Services, Coordinated Praise Band and Tech Team Schedules, Planned Music for Worship Services, Ran Band Rehearsals, Attended Meetings with the Pastor, Discipleship Coordinator, and Worship Committee to Coordinate Weekly Service Themes and Creatively Brainstorm about New Ministries, Special Sermon Series, and Seasonal Bible Studies and Events, Screened and Selected New Volunteers and Hired Musicians, Recruited Volunteers for Music and Tech Team Positions, Arranged Musical Selections for Youth Band and Coordinated all Youth Band Activities, Prepared Special Music Selections and Held Extra Rehearsals with Special Music Performers, Sang with Lighted Path Worship Band and the Traditional Service Choir

    Graduate Teaching Assistant

    Jan, 2013 - May, 2015

    University of Akron

    Performed all Commencement Ceremonies, leads in operas, and sang for fundraising events, Instructed university courses and substitute taught for faculty, taught private studio lessons, organized educational events for students, promoted the music program to visiting potential students, publicly represented the school at events on and off campus, assisted professors with office duties and organizing materials for their classes

    Music Intern

    Aug, 2009 - May, 2011

    North Broad Baptist Church

    Shop Assistant

    Aug, 2009 - May, 2011

    Shorter College

    Building Sets, Scene Painting, Lighting, Sound

    Hair and Makeup Designer

    Aug, 2007 - May, 2011

    Shorter College

    Opera, Theater, Musical Theater

    VBS Teacher and Music Leader

    Jun, 2005 - Aug, 2007

    Enon Grove Baptist Church

    Worship Band Vocalist and Pianist

    Jan, 2005 - Aug, 2007

    Enon Grove Baptist Church

    AWANA Preschool Director

    Jan, 2005 - Aug, 2007

    Enon Grove Baptist Church

    Lifeguard, Volunteer Swim Coach, and Swimming Lesson Teacher

    May, 2004 - Aug, 2007

    Centre Parks and Rec./Fort Payne Wildcats

    Education

    Cosmetology & Cosmetology Instructor

    Jan, 2004 - May, 2007

    Gadsden State Community College

    Music Production

    Jan, 2021

    Azmyth School of Music Technology

    Contemporary Commercial Music Pedagogy

    May, 2020 - Aug, 2020

    Shenandoah University

    Master of Music in Vocal Performance

    Jan, 2013 - May, 2015

    University of Akron

    BFA in Musical Theater Performance

    Aug, 2007 - May, 2011

    Shorter University

    Certifications

    Cosmetology Licensure & Cosmetology Instructor License

    May, 2007

    Gadsden State Community College

    Rapier and Dagger

    Jun, 2017

    SAFD

    Renewal

    Sword and Shield

    Jun, 2017

    SAFD

    Smallsword

    Jun, 2017

    SAFD

    Unarmed Combat

    Jun, 2017

    DAI

    Broadsword

    Jun, 2017

    DAI

    Unarmed Combat

    Jun, 2017

    SAFD

    Renewal

    Theatrical Firearms Safety

    Jun, 2017

    SAFD

    Rapier & Dagger

    Jun, 2016

    Dueling Arts International

    Single Rapier

    Jun, 2016

    Dueling Arts International

    Theatrical Firearms Safety

    Jun, 2016

    SAFD

    Quarterstaff

    Jun, 2016

    SAFD

    Recommended Pass

    Knife

    Jun, 2016

    SAFD

    Unarmed combat and Rapier & Dagger

    Aug, 2011

    SAFD & BASSC

    Stage combat certification. Expired August of 2014

    Awards

    Member

    Jan, 2006

    National Technical Honors Society

    Quarter Finalist-Emerging Professional (Classical Voice)

    Apr, 2020

    Classical Singer

    Quarter Finalist-Musical Theatre Young Professional

    Apr, 2020

    Classical Singer

    Graduate Student of the Year in Voice

    Apr, 2015

    University of Akron

    2nd Place Tannenbaum Mozart Competition

    Mar, 2015

    University of Akron

    University of Akron Student NATS Vice President

    Aug, 2014

    Student NATS

    National NATS Semi-finalist

    Jul, 2014

    National Association of Teachers of Singing

    3rd Place Regional NATS competition

    Mar, 2014

    NATS

    Tuesday Musical Finalist

    Mar, 2014

    Tuesday Musical Association

    Concerto Competition Finalist

    Feb, 2014

    University of Akron

    Member

    Jan, 2014

    Golden Key International Honors Society

    Graduate Teaching Assistantship

    Aug, 2013

    University of Akron

    3rd Place Tannenbaum Mozart Competition

    Mar, 2013

    University of Akron

    2nd Place Ohio State NATS

    Mar, 2013

    NATS

    Miss PUSH America

    Mar, 2011

    Pi Kappa Phi

    Member

    Jan, 2010

    Mu Phi Epsilon

    New Member Educator

    Jan, 2008

    Epsilon Sigma

    Miss Gadsden State Community College

    Nov, 2006

    Miss Alabama

    Member

    Jan, 2006

    Phi Theta Kappa

    Competitor

    Jan, 2006

    Skills USA

    Affiliations

    Mu Phi Epsilon

    Jan, 2006

    Mu Phi Epsilon (ΜΦΕ) is a co-ed international professional music fraternity. Today, Mu Phi Epsilon has chapters both nationally and internationally. The fraternity supports achievement in music through the awarding of grants and scholarships, as well as music competitions, concerts, and summer music programs. Much of this work has been supported by the Mu Phi Epsilon Foundation, an organization that has been in existence since 1963, as well as fundraising and donations.

    Golden Key International Honor Society

    Jan, 2014

    Golden Key is the world's largest collegiate honor society. Membership into the Society is by invitation only and applies to the top 15% of college and university sophomores, juniors and seniors, as well as top-performing graduate students in all fields of study, based solely on their academic achievements. As an international honor society with more than 400 chapters at colleges and universities around the world, Golden Key is committed to a high standard of scholastic achievement, and an ethos of integrity, innovation, respect, collaboration and diversity

    New York Singing Teachers Association

    Jan, 2013

    NYSTA strives to provide voice professionals, both locally and globally, with the tools and inspiration needed for an increasingly informed and creative pedagogy. Immense advances in voice science, neurology, psychology, education theory, medicine, and mind/body healing offer new information and techniques from which voice teachers can draw. By making these resources accessible to our members, we foster twenty-first-century pedagogy, rooted in the great traditions of the past, incorporating the new knowledge of our time.

    Society of American Fight Directors

    Aug, 2011

    The Society of American Fight Directors is an internationally recognized non-profit organization dedicated to promoting safety and fostering excellence in the art of stage combat. Whether you are a producer, director, actor or teacher, we can help accelerate your stage combat skills.

    National Association of Teachers of Singing

    Jan, 2011

    Founded in 1944, National Association of Teachers of Singing, Inc. (NATS) is the largest professional association of teachers of singing in the world with more than 7,000 members worldwide.

    Phi Theta Kappa

    Jan, 2006

    The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa shall be to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa shall provide opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence.

    Languages

    Italian

    Limited Proficiency

    Spanish

    Limited Proficiency

    French

    Limited Proficiency

    German

    Limited Proficiency

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