
Acting 101
A beginner-friendly 8-week acting class for adults (17+) in Marion, OH — no experience needed, just the courage to try. Reserve Your Seat Now. $50/month • Saturdays starting July 5th.
Meet Your Instructor:
Chip Gregory
Real-World Experience. Real Results.
Chip Gregory is a stage actor, director, and comedy writer with 25+ years of experience across live theatre, sketch comedy, and independent production in Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York.
He trained at Second City, performed with nationally respected sketch ensembles, and directed everything from original stage productions to commercial content.
Now retired from full-time production, Chip returned to his hometown of Marion, Ohio to help revive the local arts scene. At TripleForce Academy, he brings deep experience, a supportive coaching style, and a passion for helping adult beginners perform with confidence and joy.


Think You’re Too Old, Too New, or Too Nervous?
That’s exactly who this class is for. Most of our students have never stepped on stage. Some haven’t in 20 years. Some are just curious.
You don’t need experience. Just a Saturday morning.


Who It's For:
Total beginners who've always wanted to try acting
Curious creatives looking for a new outlet
Community theatre actors ready to level up or need a refresher course.
Anyone who wants to step out of their comfort zone in a fun, supportive space
What You’ll Get (Besides Confidence)
You’ll build real skills — and rediscover a part of yourself that’s been waiting to speak up.
Acting fundamentals and techniques
Scene Study
Confidence, expression, voice
Supportive environment (zero judgment)
Real growth from day one
250
25+
Years of experience
Happy Students


Course Details
July 5 thru Aug 30, 2025
Saturdays 10 AM to 11:15 AM
Dounce Dance Studio-1491 Marion Waldo Road, Suite 310 , 43302
Fee: $50 Month (For 2 Months)-paid before July 5 and Aug 2
Chip shares his knowledge and experience by combining lecture with practice. His feedback and instruction are always positive, encouraging, and supportive, so his students feel confident enough to try new techniques and grow as actors. He has a great personality that makes his classes a lot of fun.
Sue Wilhelm


Marion, OH
I’ve taken Chip’s acting class for two years and I’ve learned so much. I can honestly say that all of our class members have blossomed with his amazing leadership—and we also have a lot of fun!”


Sharon Gale
Marion, OH
★★★★★
★★★★★
Workshop Location
Join us in Marion, Ohio for an immersive experience at TripleForce Academy & Douce Studios. Don't miss this opportunity to break into TV commercials!
Location
1491 Marion Waldo Road, Suite 310
Marion, Ohio 43302
Hours
10 am to 4 pm-lunch included