THE BLUE HORSE REPERTORY COMPANY ACTING SCHOOL
The Blue Horse Repertory Company Acting School is a professional training program for adults interested in developing their craft in a supportive nurturing environment. We are located at the Theatre Institute at Sage College in Troy NY.
We offer an ongoing 8 week method based scene study and technique course through out the year taught by artistic director Lora Lee Ecobelli. Class is held Monday night from 5:30-8:30 pm in the Schacht Fine Arts Center at the Theatre Institute of Sage College. Classes are held in the ART WING A and B on the first floor. The ongoing course is open to adults of all ages and abilities. You may join at anytime as each student works at their own pace. We welcome beginners as well as seasoned pros to join the Blue Horse community.
To register contact: Bluehorseloralee@gmail.com or 845 721-2493
We also offer master classes in various techniques throughout the year taught by top industry professionals. In addition, we offer student showcases and film and theatre opportunities to all of of students and alumni.
Blue Horse Rep has successfully trained over 1000 students over the years and is very proud of the community of artists who have studied with us since 2007.
Student Testimonials
“The Blue Horse Repertory Company's class, "Discover the Actor Inside," is a wonderful complement to Sage's established theater offerings for children, students, and would-be professionals as it is open to adults of all ages regardless of skills, experience, or ambitions. As a retired Sage faculty member, I am proud that my college is offering a course like this that enhances Sage's reputation in the community. The presentation skills honed in this class are valuable in many life situations outside of acting. In addition, the supportive, non-threatening environment allows each person the opportunity to discover new talents and even reinvent themselves if they choose. Lora Lee is an excellent teacher who creates a classroom environment where each student finds the courage to take on new challenges in ways they never dreamed possible. As you can tell, I leave this class wanting to shout "Bravo" and "Encore."
-Judy Landers (former professor at Sage College)
“The acting class I took with Lora Lee was the most enlightening, and challenging episodes in self-discovery that I have ever experienced. It was truly a transformative episode, that gave me the both the confidence to begin overcoming innate chronic self-consciousness, and brought out long-suppressed and creative self-expression.
And also skills, attitudes, and motivation to pursue continue beyond my first tenuous 'baby steps' into creative self-expression.“
-Michael Doraby
"Lora Lee taught me how to be a better actor by guiding me to examine parts of myself that were just below the surface, but below my sight line. I am forever grateful. Lora Lee teaches the fundamentals of several different acting techniques, catering to each students weaknesses and strengths. But she does so much more than that. She creates a safe haven, a network of actors supporting and lifting each other up. She teaches us about the business side of acting as well, training, often times in subtle ways, how to survive as an actor. "
-Dave Cerutti
"I knew from the first night of class that I was in great company. Lora Lee's energy, dedication, patience and passion, helps to draw out my inner actor. I love the kind, fun and supportive group of students in the class. I feel very fortunate to have this resource in the Capital District.”
-Monica Brady
“"Blue Horse Adult Acting Classes with Lora Lee Ecobelli creates a unique and encouraging learning environment for all actors, no matter how experienced they are. Lora Lee teaches a wide variety of acting techniques and methods allowing each student to expand their existing acting range and, thus, become more versatile. Class format is constantly evolving and changing in order to incorporate the most challenging aspects of acting that students will encounter on real live auditions - including cold reads, on-camera work, improvisations, and much more! Attending several 8-week course sessions at Lora Lee's Blue Horse Repertory Adult Acting School was the best decision I've ever made for my acting career! Just in a short one-year time frame I've been cast in more than 12 films, music videos, and commercials. Lora Lee helped me to become more confident, versatile, and daring actress, who's not afraid to take on any acting challenges - and all of that, definitely, translates into a lot of successful auditions and new acting project for me!"
- Olga Bogdanova
""I love working under Lora Lee’s direction and thank her profusely for always reminding me to “raise the stakes”. She is an amazing coach and I am honored to be part of her class.”
-Zulie Lozada
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CLASS POLICIES
Tuition is due the first day of class. A one-hour private coaching session is included in the tuition payment of $250 for the 8-week course. There are no cash refunds but class credit is redeemable for up to one year. Tuition may be paid by cash, check (made out to Lora Lee Ecobelli) or Venmo.
We have provided a private group page on Facebook for networking and school news. We encourage you to make use of it. In the event of a class cancellation, you will be notified via email and the Facebook page.
Classes are ongoing and students need to plan their own 8-week sessions. If you are unable to attend a class it is very important that you notify the Instructor and your scene partners. (Students need to exchange phone numbers and email address with scene partners.) Scene work is dependent on you being at class. If your scene partner cannot make class, you are encouraged to work on other projects. Watching and helping other students is an important part of your progress.
Rehearsal with a scene partner outside of class is required.
Only positive and constructive criticism during class work are allowed. We work with students of all ages and abilities. Please treat others as you would like to be treated.
Cell phone use and gum chewing are prohibited during class.
Books borrowed from the lending library should be returned within two weeks.
The Jack Fallon Scholarship Program
Jack Fallon was a brilliant actor and beloved member of Blue Horse Rep who passed away in 2024. Jack was an ardent supporter and mentor to our students and we honor his memory with a scholarship in his name. Students may apply for our quarterly scholarship. School administration will choose the recipient based on expressed need, work ethic and team spirit.
