1^st lesson free

Giovanni

5 (2 reviews)

Rate R1053
Response 1h
Students
Number of students Giovanni has accompanied since joining Superprof
15
Number of students Giovanni has accompanied since joining Superprof

5 (2 reviews)

R1053/h

1^st lesson free

Acting

Experienced tutor in Acting in Brooklyn, Giovanni offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Acting

Lesson location

- online

About Giovanni

Ever dreamed of acting or wanting to feel more confident in public speaking? Schedule a free thirty-minute consultation where I'll make an assessment of where you are in your process, provide more information on the structure of my lessons, and address any questions you (or your child) may have!

Schedule your free session here: (concealed information)

Giovanni DeVal (gio) is an Actor based in Brooklyn, New York. His professional work includes HBO’s Gossip Girl, NBC’s Law & Order: Organized Crime, and a TV Movie for Lifetime. He’s the lead in a motion capture project for a Japanese Video Game, and Galatea’s “How (Not) To Date Your Neighbor,” in addition to multiple print and commercial campaigns.

Giovanni’s performance practice began with improvisation, and he was on various house teams before studying Theatre at Sarah Lawrence College and obtaining his MFA. Passionate about preserving the art form, Giovanni provides classical training to aspiring actors. His pedagogy emphasizes a person-centered approach to learning the craft and he tailors instruction to his students' needs, based on a quick 20-30-minute consultation.

For parents inquiring about their teenager: Giovanni has over ten years of experience working in youth development for The YMCA and Fresh Air Fund before becoming a professional actor. He ran camps, after-school programs, and various workshops which kindled his passion for teaching in the first place. While he adjusts his delivery of the curriculum for adolescents, the knowledge gained will enable them to walk onto any set and perform with the pros.

His multi-method approach includes: Konstantin Stanislavski, Stella Adler, Uta Hagen, Lee Strasberg, Sanford Meisner, Michael Chekhov, Gerald Freedman, form and movement work, various improvisation methods and techniques, stage combat, Alexander technique work of June Ekman, voice and speech work, his favorite: Auditioning for the Camera in the world of self-tapes. And The Business of Acting.

I started teaching while obtaining my Theatre MFA at Sarah Lawrence College. It was there that I took a course on Teaching Pedagogy for Artists and began teaching college students, older adults, and teenagers through various organizations, classes, and workshops.

Please review my bio, IMDb, and/or website for more information on my training, experience, and skills.

About the lesson

During the consultation, I get a sense of student's goals and create a curriculum specifically curated for the individual. The work always starts with the given circumstances. New students just looking for audition coaching receive insights on how to use their instrument to best embody the givens of the audition sides while exiting the frame for their audition with blocking. *All Students Seeking Coaching For Self-Tapes MUST Know Their Lines* Students looking to create a process that ensures professional longevity progress through the following:

Preparing the instrument (you) to perform, bringing a text to life, text analysis, various methods of listening and responding, character work, building a point of view, and then advanced scene work.

New students looking to receive insights on how to market themselves as actors will be asked to send their marketing materials (headshot, resume, demo reel), and we'll tailor a marketing plan that embodies the essence of their personality to pitch to agents, managers, etc.

I've had the experience of working with an array of actors from those performing for the very first time to represented professionals. Whether you're just starting or looking to add a new tool to your arsenal, I've got you covered.

My biggest piece of advice is to be clear on your goals and to work towards achieving those goals daily with or without a teacher. Our industry is incredibly exciting, but it also demands growth. Learn how to take play seriously.

The second would be to meet with your teacher for a consultation first before taking a class. Make sure you feel comfortable and that you're learning from someone who makes learning safe and fun.

A few things worth thinking about before reaching out
Consider your WHY in seeking acting training. Is it just for a role? To deepen your craft? Send an authentic and effective inquiry to managers and agents? To work on the essence of a particular character? To submit a phenomenal audition? I find when students are clearer on their goals, I can give more effective instructions.

Recommendations

Recommendations are written by the tutor's friends, family, and acquaintances.

M

Mark

Really was straight forward and to the point with bis direction, made sure i valued the little things as much as he did. Spent alot of time going over what works and less on trying too hard to be different in approach.
Read more

M
Mark
Really was straight forward and to the point with bis direction, made sure i valued the little things as much as he did. Spent alot of time going over what works and less on trying too hard to be different in approach.
S

Samantha

Working with Giovanni has been an absolute game-changer for my self-tape auditions. Not only does he have an exceptional eye for technical aspects - lighting, framing, blocking, and sound - but his guidance in uncovering authentic layered moments within the material is unparalleled.
Gio creates a collaborative, supportive environment that encourages exploration while remaining laser-focused on the demands and given circumstances of the scene. He challenged me to connect with the character in ways I hadn't considered, while continuously exciting the frame - bringing a new depth to my performances and elevating my tapes.
I've seen a noticeable improvement in the quality of my tapes and, more importantly, my confidence as a professional actor. Whether you're just starting out or are a seasoned, working actor, Giovanni will help you bring your craft to the next level. I couldn't recommend him enough.
Read more

S
Samantha
Working with Giovanni has been an absolute game-changer for my self-tape auditions. Not only does he have an exceptional eye for technical aspects - lighting, framing, blocking, and sound - but his guidance in uncovering authentic layered moments within the material is unparalleled.
Gio creates a collaborative, supportive environment that encourages exploration while remaining laser-focused on the demands and given circumstances of the scene. He challenged me to connect with the character in ways I hadn't considered, while continuously exciting the frame - bringing a new depth to my performances and elevating my tapes.
I've seen a noticeable improvement in the quality of my tapes and, more importantly, my confidence as a professional actor. Whether you're just starting out or are a seasoned, working actor, Giovanni will help you bring your craft to the next level. I couldn't recommend him enough.
See more recommendations

Rates

Rate

R1053

Package rates

5h: R5265
10h: R10530

free lesson

The free first lesson with Giovanni allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.

online

R1053/h

Details

Group Lessons: $45 per hour.

Individual Creating a Process: $65 per hour.

Individual Audition Prep: $100 per hour ($75 per hour for those enrolled in Creating a Process and Business of Acting).

Individual Business of Acting: $125 per hour.

Experienced tutor in Acting in Brooklyn, Giovanni offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Lesson location

Recommended

About Giovanni

About the lesson

Recommendations

Rates

Rate

Package rates

free lesson

online

Details

Similar Acting tutor profiles

Moureen

Jeani Heyns

Rose

Colin

Kelly

Minenhle

Xolani Lowrance

Angelique

Nombuyiselo

Ross-Junior

Maria

Sjanel

Dané

Kamuhelo

Gcinile

Nic

Lorraine

Khomotso

Alicia

Bafana Solomon

Experienced tutor in Acting in Brooklyn, Giovanni offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Lesson location

Recommended

About Giovanni

About the lesson

Recommendations

Rates

Rate

Package rates

free lesson

online

Details

Similar Acting tutor profiles

Moureen

Jeani Heyns

Rose

Colin

Kelly

Minenhle

Xolani Lowrance

Angelique

Nombuyiselo

Ross-Junior

Maria

Sjanel

Dané

Kamuhelo

Gcinile

Nic

Lorraine

Khomotso

Alicia

Bafana Solomon

Share

Verified tutor profile

levels

Languages in which the lesson is available

Reviews

Évaluations

Recommendations

free lesson

Report this advert