The Elements of Solo Performance
Special Edition: Solo Performance in the Great Outdoors!

with Mark Kenward

Class Description:
Create and/or hone an original solo performance piece, while learning specific techniques that will help you unleash the full potential of this wonderful art form. This class is limited to only 5 participants so that everyone receives in-depth coaching. Each class will include discussions, handouts, and/or exercises focusing on a particular aspect of the craft of solo performance, including: Power through Purpose; Editing for Energy; Integrating Modes (Acting, Storytelling, Standup, etc.); Connecting to the Audience; Affirmations for the Stage; and more! This special edition class will meet in the meadow in back of Mark’s home studio (The High Dive) in the Oakland Hills, and will culminate with a performance on The High Dive Meadow Stage. All current COVID-19 safety protocols will be observed. Sign up now to create new work at the interface of the city and wilderness, at the turning point from the pandemic to what comes next.

Class Dates:
Sundays 4 pm on April 11 (on Zoom), April 18 (on Zoom), May 2 (in person), May 16 (in person), May 23 (in person), May 30 (in person)

Final Performance: Sunday, June 6 @ 4 pm

Cost: $395

Mark Kenward

“Mark Kenward is a remarkable performer and a dynamic director/collaborator, and because of that duality he has a unique insight into the world of solo performance. As a collaborator, he has a great ability to motivate and guide the performer in very tangible ways. His process is both demanding and nurturing while always being aware and sensitive to the needs of the artist. He is a valued resource for me personally as well as a Bay Area treasure.” – Wayne Harris

“Mark has been fabulous to work with. He elevated my performance level and deepened and shaped my script. I couldn’t be happier with the result. I’ve got a tough subject to deal with and he was with me all the way – encouraging, enthusiastic, tough when he had to be, and always available. Even some of his suggestions that I initially resisted turned out to be the right moves – stuff that was beyond me at my best.” – David Kleinberg

“Mark is a friendly, nurturing, companionable, confidence-building, coach/pal. And that’s balm for the soul! When one of “me” wants to give up, because nobody cares if I do the work – Mark does!” – Erica Lann-Clark