Are you ready to discover yourself beyond who you know yourself to be?
Then THE MAX is for you.
THE MAX is a voyage through your own humanity. A journey to discover the extent of your self-expressive power.
Working "alone", on stage, you're encouraged and supported to go at your own pace.
Exploring the sources of your emotional limitations.
You'll move through lifelong fears, strongly held beliefs and what's between you and being present now.
This is an opportunity to experience yourself in ways you may have only dreamed about.
A WARNING...
...this course is for those committed to and courageous in their process.
If you heart beats faster when you think of taking THE MAX, it may be the thing to do!
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The Format
THE MAX is usually presented in a 5 day
The workshop has also been done in 2 & 4 day formats and can be adjusted
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The Format
THE MAX is usually presented in a 5 day
The Content
Upcoming MAX Workshops
Date
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Location
The Esalen Institute - Big Sur, California
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Hi, I'm Paula,
For over 40 years, I have been a professional actor, a master teacher of acting and a leader of self-expression courses for non-actors.
I have taught courses in the United States, Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.
I'm a protégé of the legendary actress, teacher, writer & director Uta Hagen, and a lifetime member/moderator of the Actor's Studio.
Many years ago Werner Erhard trained me in self-expression, and I have lead many workshops, including THE MAX, since then.
I am grateful for Werner's training in my life as I know the difference it has made for me.
CAL ARTS, the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute of Los Angelas and at the Esalen Institute are some the places I've been lucky enough to teach at.
Currently, I act, write and teach in Vancouver and Los Angeles.
If you have any questions about the course, please fill in the contact us form, and I'll get right back to you.
You can also see a video about THE MAX and listen to a podcast I did below.
With Love,
Paula
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