Programs

NYC Weekend Immersion 2024

December 5-8, 2024

Fuel Your Creative Fire: A Weekend Immersion in NYC

If you’re a singer who’s been feeling the weight of industry expectations, this immersion is for you. Designed to help you connect with the full depth of who you are as a performer, this isn’t just another workshop—it’s a place to break free of limiting performance habits and reignite your artistry.

From December 6-8, join master coaches Ann Baltz and Zeffin Hollis in NYC for the Full-Spectrum Immersion: NYC Intensive for Performers. Known for their groundbreaking work in transformative performance techniques, acting, character exploration, and musical improv, Ann and Zeffin will lead you through 10 hours of in-depth, immersive classes where you’ll:

Break down each role to make it uniquely yours, defy outdated conventions, and reveal raw, emotional depth in every moment
Develop your stage presence with techniques that make a lasting impact on your audience
Experience mock auditions with direct feedback, learning how to apply these skills to your work under that in-the-room adrenaline rush with auditors

Schedule | 10 hours of Class Time!
Friday 12/6: 6:30-10 PM
Saturday 12/7: 10-1:30 PM, 3-7 PM

Price: $300

December 5, 6, 8, & 9: Special Add-Ons:

MUSICAL IMPROV with Ann Sunday 12/8: 2-5 PM: Break free from ‘right and wrong,’ discover new vocal freedom, deeper emotional connection, and the confidence to create something truly extraordinary.
(Immersion Add-On $50 or Stand Alone $75)
ONE-ON-ONE ACTING & CHARACTER ANALYSIS with Zeffin (BYOPianist)
(WED-FRI DEC 4-6 By appointment | $125)
ONE-ON-ONE CAREER PLANNING with Ann
(MON DEC 9 By appointment | $125)
ONE-ON-ONE PERFORMANCE TECHNIQUES with Ann (BYOPianist)
(MON DEC 9 By appointment | $125)
ONE-ON-ONE EMPOWERED LANGUAGE MODELS for TEACHERS & DIRECTORS with Ann
(MON DEC 9 By appointment | $125)

Spaces are limited, and preliminary registration is open! Secure your spot in NYC to reconnect with a level of artistry that feels like you.

Apply now to show your interest and reserve your place!

Apply Now!

Thriving Together: Our Participation Policy

We understand that concerns about health or other unexpected events can arise. However, if you choose not to participate due to concerns about another participant’s health or similar circumstances, please know that the class is non-refundable.

This policy reflects the unpredictable nature of life, including the fact that colds, seasonal bugs, and other minor inconveniences are a natural part of our shared human experience. While we strive to create a safe and supportive environment, we cannot be responsible for things beyond our control, such as exposure to everyday germs.

By committing to this experience, you’re also committing to a mindset of resilience and adaptability—qualities that serve us well as artists and as people.

Summer 2025

Dates Coming Soon
Emory University | Atlanta, GA

THIS is not like ANY OTHER PROGRAM out there! 🧗🏽🫀

OperaWorks, a program long synonymous with innovation, continues to be a beacon for courageous and forward-thinking artists and teachers.

We designed the one-of-a-kind Engaged Artists Program for motivated singers who want to strengthen their performance skills, expand their stage mastery, and learn how to market themselves. Here, singers and teaching artists perform in EVERY session EVERY day to explore new expressive options, eliminate negative self-talk, build inner empowerment, and achieve artistic freedom. In contrast to production-based programs, OperaWorks develops complete artists in a process-oriented atmosphere. Each program teaches essential stage and business skills for the modern singer. Classes focus on developing the ability to express freely - musically and dramatically - with the voice and the body, regulate anxiety in high-pressure situations, and showcase one’s strengths in the evolving performing arts industry.

Teaching Artists:

In addition to the Engaged Artists Program, OperaWorks offers a Teaching Artist module with an exclusive Basic Training Session on OperaWorks’ unparalleled holistic pedagogy for the classroom. This Basic Training Session will focus on how to incorporate teaching performance skills, acting and movement, and process-oriented pedagogy. This module is especially tailored towards teachers of singers and will take place before the intensive.

OperaWorks’ transformational “inside-out” approach to training is taught in a supportive environment where singers and teaching artists work in-depth musically, dramatically, and physically without fear of any toxic criticism. This intensively interactive week features performance techniques, acting, improvisation, coaching, Alexander Technique, yoga, conducting, physical theater, and career planning.

With an unwavering commitment to adaptability, thriving in an atmosphere of change and uncertainty, and cutting-edge techniques, OperaWorks is the transformative force, empowering a diverse community of singers to navigate and excel in the dynamic post-pandemic creative world.

The 2024 Engaged Artist Faculty