I am a genius storyteller. It is an inherent quality I’ve been blessed with. However, only after much training as an actor, years of experience, a life-long investigation of the human psyche, and a passion for self-actualization, do I offer myself as a coach, with heightened clarity of purpose.
One of the most important ingredients of “genius storytelling” is compassionate objectivity. Unfortunately, for the sensitive spirit of an artist/actor, (as well as for most people) this can seem an impossible feat, as we are ever only capable of perceiving the world around us based upon our own personal “stories” (i.e., our projections, assumptions, fears, doubts, unconscious habits, dramas, etc).
As a teacher and coach of the art of storytelling through acting, with the use of specialized skills and experiential learning processes, I gently guide students through a learning curve that begins with developing finesse for being fully and lovingly present with one’s personal story (what is happening in the performer’s inner world at any given moment). This compassionate objectivity of self creates “open space” within the performer, allowing inspiration to flow, for the purpose of telling other stories with compassion, honesty, and insight. This ability generates a “transformative” quality in the work, resulting in especially powerful performances.
It is my personal experience that this process not only evokes genius storytelling, but has impact far beyond the stage or screen, fostering confidence, balance, and joyful authenticity of self-expression in all areas of the life of the artist.
Please contact me at ericmcgraw.actor@gmail.com, or leave a reply below, for more information on classes and individual acting coaching.
Thank you, and I look forward to witnessing your awakening to the genius storyteller within you!
Namaste! -Eric McGraw
Tags: actor, artist, coach, drama, expression, genius, purpose, spirit, stage, storyteller, teacher
August 26, 2009 at 10:03 am |
Eric,
It’s looking good!
I feel happy you’re officially getting out there on the web. I’m especially appreciating that it is happening in conjunction with your newfound freedom!
I love you!
Angie
August 26, 2009 at 3:16 pm |
Thanks Ang! I love you and all your support so much! XOXO
August 26, 2009 at 12:51 pm |
Eric! Amazing show today! I loved playing Bernie with you and Megan! I’d love to work out the drama on stage with you. Let me know when the time feels ripe for you.
Love & Laughter,
Karen
August 26, 2009 at 3:18 pm |
Oh my goodness, it was sooo fun! Yes, ma sistah, we have to play together on stage! Let’s make it happen! Call me whenever you wanna chat more about it! I’m open!! XO -Eric
August 26, 2009 at 11:12 pm |
Eric,
Don’t think I have ever told you. I am a theater minor and in HS I was in many musical performances. I admire your passion and love to discover your inner self and your acting genius. What coaching are you doing right now? I am unclear what this is…?? I may want to do coaching with you. Tell me about it.
Much Love
JT (Johanna)
August 27, 2009 at 12:08 am |
Johanna,
The coaching I am doing is individual acting coaching, so one on one sessions, working on the acting craft. I appreciated your call into the show today! Thanks for participating! I love that you did some theatre! That’s awesome! XOXO -Eric
August 29, 2009 at 7:05 pm |
Eric,
I LOVED listening to the show! AND I am loving seeing how you naturally and easefully propelling yourself through this next phase in your life. I am inspired by your words, your actions, and simply just showing up to be exactly what and who you came to BE.
Love you gobs and gobs and gobs….
Debbie
August 29, 2009 at 10:00 pm |
Debbie,
I really appreciate your support and your time in listening. Thank you for your kind words, and for recognizing the “process” I am going through! It is most definitely an adventure into the “unknown”, and very exciting. I love you! -Eric