Blog Posts

Saying Farewell!!

7/23/2016

Well the time has come to say farewell to the studio that we have made a home in for the past 3 years. This space has witnessed laughter and tears that we have long lost count of. This space has taken hits from actors and been the target of many a thrown chair but has also provided a safe space for actors to dangerously rip down walls and take risks. To fall in love and to say goodbye. This space has changed along with all of us as we have grown up over the last 3 years and we will miss it terribly!! We are excited to announce our new home will be opening in August at 202 Bathurst st, the Origami Theater. Please join us for our final event at the studio and say goodbye to the old as we usher in a new era for the actor community of the Robyn Kay Studio.

For 3 nights only, we bring you our summer showcase where we will give you an experience in theatre you will never forget. Where you will witness truthful raw behaviour and actors working off each other, moment to moment as you watch them doing the Meisner Technique and a selection of scenes and monologues to inspire you and show you that we all have something to fight for. Please join us July 24th, 25th and 26th- Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. If you ever wanted to see what a meisner class is like, here is your chance!! Help us to say goodbye to our studio and enjoy Toronto's best performers in a show that may just change your life.

Fringe woohoo!!!

6/29/2016

It is Fringe festival time once again!! My favourite time of year to celebrate independent artistic voices. The Fringe Festival in Toronto is extremely near and dear to my heart because to me Fringe represents opportunity. An opportunity to experience live performance as well as produce pieces that may otherwise not get a voice. So this year I am so proud of my students who are starring in Fringe productions of their own!! So get on out there, support the community, and take advantage of the massive selection of creation taking place. Some will be great, some will be cringe-worthy, all will be live, made from love and only possible by somebody's risk. So cheers to all the creators out there making a splash this week and a very special congratulations to my students taking the plunge!!

Firstly to my students Emily Dickinson and Bobby Del Rio starring with Matthew Krist and Maria Wodzinska in COWBOY MOUTH written by Sam Shephard and Patti Smith.

It’s 1971 at some crazy hotel in some crazy place. Could be some bordertown motel near El Paso, could be the infamous Chelsea Hotel, New York, New York. Slim and Cavale will rip your heart out and take you higher than all revelations with a hot and sizzling surrealist love story.

At Theatre Passe Muraille Mainspace
show times:
June 30th at 6:30 PM
July 2nd at 5:45 PM
July 3rd at 9:15 PM
July 5th at 9:45 PM
July 7th at 5:45 PM
July 8th at 12:30 PM
July 10th at 5:00 PM

Next congrats to my student Valentyn Korottkevytch starring in South Paw Script's production of LA CUCINA written by John Bressan.
In WW2, young Carlo Scorsini was a Partisan fighter in Italy. By 1950 he was on his way to Canada determined to start a new life. Years later, his son Elio purchases the family’s abandoned farm only to learn of the tragic events that befell his grandfather and aunt’s family. Despite his Italian heritage, could he ever feel at home in the new, modern Italy?

At The Factory Theatre Studio
show times
July 1st at 7:00 PM
July 2nd at 1:45 PM
July 4th at 4:45 PM
July 5th at 6:30 PM
July 7th at 12:00 PM
July 8th at 10:30 PM
July 10th at 5:45 PM

Finally congrats to my student Tiffany Kwan who is not only a cast member of but also wrote a sketch for ASIANSPLOITATION: BE MORE PACIFIC Asiansploitation creates sketch comedy with a slant.

A collective of Asian-Canadian writers and performers who strive to examine, critique, and re-imagine the society in which we live, through comedy. We seek to expose the human condition and laugh at it with our audiences; we seek to create work that is reflective of and accessible to a broad and diverse audience.
Over the past ten years, Asiansploitation has created 9 original revues, plus remounts, and have performed across the GTA – garnering critical acclaim and developing a dedicated audience base. The Toronto Star describes our work as “comedy with strong cultural influences that also appeals to a broader audience.”

At the Robert Gill Theatre:

July 1st at 9:45 PM
July 2nd at 11:30 PM
July 3rd at 1:45 PM
July 5th at 4:30 PM
July 7th at 7:30 PM
July 8th at 12:00 PM
July 9th at 10:30 PM

This Girl is on Fire

6/25/2016

A long overdue huge congratulations to my student Jess Salgueiro

2016 has been a banner year for Jess and there are only more great things to come. She has now completed her second season as Nurse Cabrera on CTV's Saving Hope, booked a role on the sci-fi series "Seraphim" and the film "Serialized". She can also be seen in the latest episode of "Private Eyes", Jason Priestley's new show. In addition to this work she continues to act in a several independent projects, including
"On Top" at the Tarragon, solidifying herself as a force in Toronto's film and theatre scene.

Jess has been a student at the Robyn Kay Studio for over 3 years and I have been honoured to witness staggering growth in this woman who makes an indelible impression on everyone she encounters. Her commitment to the craft, unwavering passion for humanity and her tornado heart make her a joy to watch and an inspiration at the studio. Jess, I do not say this lightly, I truly look forward to what is to come for you because you are just at the beginning of your success, in career, art, love and life. I do believe your contributions to this world as a woman and an artist will be considerable and I wish you all the joy and pain this journey will bring.
Congratulations!!

For more info on The Meisner Technique and classes at the Robyn Kay Studio
contact Robyn at 416-312-9188 or [email protected]
or click one of the links below

Beginner Meisner Technique- reserve now!!

3/16/2016

Beginner Meisner class will transform your acting in a very short amount of time

Athletes must burn out in the gym to prepare for the game. Same goes for actors. You must practice feeling and expressing a full range of emotions along with being vulnerable to prepare for that role. You must find a gym to exercise your instrument and learn a technique that you can rely on, otherwise you're relying on luck to book that role.

I created the studio just that in mind. To give my students a safe space to do dangerous things, to explore every note your instruments can play. To allow the truth of what another human can make you feel. A place where you are pushed well beyond your comfort zone in an environment where you are supported by teacher and other students alike.

beginner class- mon/wed 7-9 4 weeks $149 +HST

Watching my students grow beyond recognition and succeed in career and life is my priority, my goal and my extreme pleasure. My success means ensuring that you get the results you need out of this class. I look forward to beginning with new faces. If you are ready for a huge challenge that will transform you as an actor and learn a technique that you can rely on to book more roles and become a compelling actor, then join us Monday, March 21st. It may be the best decision you've ever made.

Mondays and Wednesdays 7-9 for 4 weeks $149 plus HST $168.77
As a bonus, you are welcome to join us in the Sunday evening drop in 5-8 every Sunday, included.
To book a consultation or audit class call Robyn Kay at 416-312-9188 or email: [email protected]

What is a Midnight Meisner- it happens tonight

3/2/2016

All this talk about Midnight Meisner and you have no idea what it is or why you should even go! So allow me to elaborate with the Who, what, where, how and why- cause this just may be the event that dictates the course of your entire summer- nay, your career! Nay, your life. boom.

WHAT?
Midnight Meisner is a social event slash Meisner technique acting class!! We start off mingling and mixing, meeting and munching. There is wine and snacks and people you may or may not have met before. From there we work our way into a late night acting class where you can connect and do some full and true expressing. Learn how the Meisner technique can ignite your instincts and raise the stakes of your acting and find out how much fun interacting can be!!!
All for 10 bucks!

WHO??

People, mostly. Charming, interesting, funny, exciting, good looking people. Many of them are actors, some are not. All are looking for a great time. Once you start learning the Meisner technique, you begin to see people for who they truthfully are and not just their social masks and everybody starts looking good. People are magic.

HOW???
The Robyn Kay Studio has been proudly bringing Midnight Meisner to Toronto for 3 years! I stand for truth, full expression and I do not condone polite or social behavior in your acting. We use the Meisner Technique to find out what the truth is- we listen, we repeat, we connect!

WHY????
Because you could fall in love. Because you could have a fight. You could have a cry and a good laugh. You can make people feel something and have a real experience without social context. Your instincts will ignite and you just may start learning how to really act from your instincts rather than rational thought, that is what makes you compelling to watch. You will start to build the muscle of getting your attention off yourself and finally get out of your head. Fun.

WHERE?????
480 Adelaide West in Toronto, lower level. That's Adelaide street West btwn Portland and Spadina at Maud St.

WHEN????
TONIGHT 930 PM. We may go all night!!!!
Hope to see you there!

For more info call Robyn Kay at 416-312-9188 or email [email protected]

Get free months of class in 2016

12/31/2015

Well here it is kids, new years eve. So tomorrow, when there is no more champagne and the fireworks are through, what are you going to do to make 2016 one to remember?
One year from now wouldn't you like to reflect on 2016 and say, "I completely transformed who I was as an actor. I accessed parts of my instrument that I never even knew existed. I am more connected to text and to characters than I ever dreamed"
Beginning your study in the Meisner Technique taught by Robyn Kay is the most productive step you can take to becoming an instinctual and compelling actor. You will see major differences in who you are as an actor, a listener and a human being after just a few short weeks and the effects will last long after you leave my class. That is a guarantee.

That's why I am making you a special offer.
Buy 1 session of 4 weeks at the studio and get 4 weeks absolutely free. Buy 2 sessions and get 2 free. Buy up to 6 months of class and get six months free. That is an entire year of study for half price. If you sign up before January 5th you can decide how many sessions you will get completely free.
This includes 2 classes per week as well as the drop in class on Sunday

This is the best deal of the year at the studio and the best way to ensure that you get a great basis of the Meisner Technique and start to see major improvements of all areas of your acting. There is no better time to start and really ignite those instincts to become the actor that people are compelled to watch.

For more information or to speak live with Robyn Kay about how the studio may be the right place for you, please feel free to call or email at [email protected] or 416.312.9188

Come see Life in 3D!!

12/9/2015

We are just 1 week away from our December showcase at the studio!
This is your opportunity to see a show of unprecedented proportions. The actors of the Robyn Kay Studio will demystify our process for you by demonstrating how we use the Meisner Technique. We promise you an evening of truthful and moving performance that you will not soon forget. Come and see how our brave actors take risks and put their hearts on the line to give you not just a show but an experience. Enjoy personal monologues, some written by our very own students and contemporary scenes put together to entertain you with true life, in 3D.
Join us December 16th, 17th, 18th at 7 pm
480 Adelaide West, Toronto/showcase.html
$10 seating is limited

Reserve your tickets now CLICK HERE

Or contact Robyn Kay to reserve your seat 416-312-9188 [email protected]

Last Call for beginner class- Tonight!!

11/16/2015

Athletes must burn out in the gym to prepare for the game. Same goes for actors. You must practice feeling and expressing a full range of emotions along with being vulnerable to prepare for that role. You must find a gym to exercise your instrument and learn a technique that you can rely on, otherwise you're relying on luck to book that role.

I created the studio just that in mind. To give my students a safe space to do dangerous things, to explore every note your instruments can play. To allow the truth of what another human can make you feel. A place where you are pushed well beyond your comfort zone in an environment where you are supported by teacher and other students alike. Watching my students grow beyond recognition and succeed in career and life has been my greatest joy and I look forward to beginning with new faces. If you are ready for a huge challenge that will transform you as an actor and learn a technique that you can rely on to book more roles and become a compelling actor, then join us tonight. It may be the best decision you've ever made.

Mondays and Wednesdays 7-9 for 4 weeks $149 plus HST $168.77
As a bonus, you are welcome to join us in the Sunday evening drop in 5-8
Start tonight!!

For more info feel free to contact Robyn Kay
416-312-9188 or [email protected]

Students Success

11/13/2015

Aury Barnett is well overdue for a huge congratulations! After booking 9, yes 9 commercials this year and a bunch of short films, he has now booked an episodic with Mann Casting. Aury is to date one of my most improved students. He has faced many struggles in my class, the road has not been easy, but all the credit in the world goes to him for sticking with his training and battling through and blocks he had. Thanks to Aury's tenacity and hard work he is seeing results in that audition room!
I'm so proud of you, Aury and looking forward to all of your future success!

For more info on classes with Robyn Kay contact her at
[email protected] or 416-312-9188
or click one of the links below
Next beginner class starts Monday! Drop in classes every Sunday!

The first one's the hardest

11/2/2015

I want to give special mention and congratulations to my students who have recently booked their first jobs! I have had the pleasure of coaching these three beautiful people and watching them grow into fearless, vulnerable compelling actors. They are proof that if you simply work on your craft consistently, continue to show up to auditions and go confidently in the direction of your dreams that success will be yours.

Congratulations Vanessa Jackson with Hero Artists for booking Web of Lies through Mann Casting. So proud of you Vanessa!

Congratulations to Nathan Taylor for booking his first TV show, Motives and Murders. Looks like all that hard work is paying off, very proud of you Nathan!

Way to go
Mark Robert Fraser for booking his first independent film where he gets to embrace his quirky, unique qualities! Excited for you Mark- you have come so far!!

If you're ready to learn how classes rooted in the Meisner Technique can transform your acting and ignite your instincts, contact Robyn Kay or click on one of the links below
416.312.9188 [email protected]

Student Success!!

10/13/2015

Congratulations my beautiful and talented student,
Margaryta Soldatova for booking not one but 2 lead film roles in this month alone. Look for her as lead role, Jessica in the upcoming "Rock, Paper, Scissors" a film by Exousia Media Group and as lead, Nancie in "Zombiewood" a Squeegee Kids Production.
Margaryta has been working diligently in class and all her hard work is not going unnoticed. Her latest bookings come as a result of her consistency in her training, willingness to learn and determined attitude. It is such a pleasure to teaching an actor with such a genuine spirit and boundless energy. I cannot wait for what's to come!

For more info on Classes, the Meisner Technique and the studio,
contact Robyn Kay at 416-312-9188 or [email protected]

Last call for tonight!

9/21/2015

The Beginner Meisner Technique class starts tonight and there are still a few spots left!

This is a class that will completely transform who you are as an actor, get you out of your head and get you booking auditions! If you are having any struggles in your acting why not start class tonight and find out what I can do for you. Every student is given personal attention and small classes ensure a lot of time to work the technique.

It's just $149 plus HST for 4 weeks Mondays and Wednesdays 7-9 pm.

Call me or email for more info 416-312-9188 [email protected]

Ignite your instincts....