PERFORMANCE
- How professionalism will change their lives on & off stage
- To develop grounded self-confidence & presence
- Freedom from fear
- How to use the power of clear body language
- How to tap into stillness and listening on stage
- How to fully utilize the space on stage
VOCAL MUSIC
- How to use the entire body for vocal expression
- Relaxation exercises to release the body and breath
- Acting for singers, expression & phrasing
DRAMA/THEATER
- To use the breath for better projection & expression
- How to quickly create a believable character
- How to trust themselves and their scene partners
MAKE A GREAT FIRST IMPRESSION
TOPICS INCLUDE:
- How to Succeed in the Business of Show Business
- Make a Living While Pursuing a Career in the Arts
- 1:1 Coaching: Career Development & Transition
See What People Are Saying...
Your class was wonderful, as was the recital. I think the most exciting thing is that the kids were talking so much about why they sing and what is important about singing for folks. They were really jazzed by your performance and by your discussion in the master class.
Susan Dunn, Voice Faculty
Duke University
Prof. Adria inspires every student's potential and builds their confidence. There was no pressure at all to sing in this class, and the vibe is friendly and comfortable. She motivated every student to put away their fear, pressure and self-protection, digging out their best work. Prof. Adria is also very knowledgeable and musical; she knows every piece, she was able to talk about each piece and performance issues without using the score. Her unique opinion always goes beyond the score, helping students not only how to interpret the particular piece, but also leading to their future success.
Rengpen (Peter) Dong
NJCU, Piano DMA
You were a total success. Our students were inspired and enlightened by your wealth of knowledge. I, personally, saw the difference in my own voice studio as my students began to practice more and became more intense with their vocal studies. This is why we would like to extend you another invitation to be with us for several days of teaching singing and acting.
Michael Rorex, Professor of Voice
Northwestern University
How to express the remarkable impact you have made on the students during your visit here... the total honesty you displayed during your master class presentations. Students were honored that you spoke candidly and lovingly embraced them, not speaking down to them or negatively criticizing them. We were inspired by your enthusiasm for living, by your musical insights, by your wisdom, by your willingness to share and your thirst for knowledge. We all enthusiastically anticipate your next visit.
Donald Hartmann, DMA, Professor of Music
Eastern Michigan University
Adria Firestone Short Bio
Adria Firestone, on the faculty in the Music, Dance & Theatre Department at New Jersey City University teaches voice, movement for actors, speech for performance, acting, career development, and how to control stage fright.
As a clinician, Adria has designed and presented programs for NJMEA and NATS, adjudicates for Teen Arts, and gives regular workshops and master classes at schools, including Arts High School in Newark, Lincoln Center, Duke University, the National University of Singapore, Dubai English-Speaking School and Northwestern University. She is a National Certified Trainer for K-12 Time to Teach, an instructional designer and a business and career coach.
Adria was an award-winning opera singer and actor for 25+ years. Her credits include her world-renowned Carmen in Bizet’s opera to Family Guy. For our troops in Desert Storm, from Shanghai to the Pacific Rim, and from Cairo to Canada, Adria has performed throughout the world.