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Meet Katelin Chesna: AMAW LA\u2019s Mastery Acting Coach<\/p>\n
Katelin Chesna joined Anthony Meindl\u2019s Actor Workshop LA after studying extensively with Anthony himself, eventually becoming a lead instructor at the flagship Los Angeles studio.<\/p>\n
From Pre-Med to Performer: With a B.S. in Biology from the University of Illinois, Katelin pivoted to New York City to study acting and later honed her craft in Los Angeles\u2014landing roles in Short Term 12, True Blood, The Resident, Found, and Tyler Perry\u2019s Sistas.<\/p>\n
Teaching Philosophy: Katelin empowers actors to live in the moment, harnessing their innate authenticity onstage and on camera. She helps students release control, trust their emotions, and truly feel their scenes.<\/p>\n
Mindfulness Meets Craft: A guest on Anthony\u2019s \u201cIn The Moment\u201d podcast, she discussed how mindfulness fuels creativity\u2014especially during industry challenges like strikes.<\/p>\n
Flagship AMAW Courses with Katelin<\/p>\n
2. Foundations Intensive with Sommer Austin and Katelin Chesna
Dates: July 22 \u2013 August 7, 2025 (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6\u201310 pm)
Cohort size: 16 actors
Tuition: $495
Focus: Authentic ensemble work, instinct-driven performance<\/p>\n
3. ReelReady On-Camera Intensive (AMAW + Reelarc)
Dates: August 11, 16, 18, 23 (Monday and Saturday schedule)
Tuition: $850 for a 4-week immersion
Outcome: A customized, network-quality scene shot on Glendale\u2019s Reelarc soundstage<\/p>\n
Highlights:<\/p>\n
* Script tailored to your casting profile
* Rehearsal with Katelin; in-studio filming with professional crew
* Final, edited scene you own and can use in your reel<\/p>\n
Why Katelin is a Standout Coach<\/p>\n
Film & TV Pro: Informed by her real on-screen roles in The Resident, Found, and Sistas
Master Teacher: Nurtures authenticity, emotional presence, and instinctual performance
Studio Authority: Guides students in both scene and reel development at AMAW LA and in Atlanta
Mindfulness Advocate: Integrates meditation and awareness into the actor\u2019s process<\/p>\n
Join the Journey with Katelin<\/p>\n
Upcoming Los Angeles classes:
Foundations (July 22 \u2013 August 7) \u2013 register soon
ReelReady starts August 11 \u2013 ideal for actors ready to book and brand themselves<\/p>\n
Tap into your creative power, step into your emotional truth, and film a scene that wins attention. Learn from Katelin Chesna\u2014where instinct meets skill.<\/p>\n
Spaces are limited. Reserve your spot today on the AMAW LA website. Anthonymeindl.com\/events<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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