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Professor Jim Holmes is a faculty member at Loyola Marymount University's College of Communication and Fine Arts, specializing in Theatre Arts. He holds an MFA in Acting from California Institute of the Arts and a B.A. in Theatre and Speech from the University of South Carolina. Holmes focuses on teaching acting techniques rooted in Berghof and Meisner methods, emphasizing immersive classroom experiences such as mock auditions and role-playing. He directs theatrical productions, including Moises Kauffman’s 'The Laramie Project,' and recently led LMU Summer Programs' 'Acting for the Camera' course for high school students.
Education:
- B.A. in Theatre and Speech, University of South Carolina
- MFA in Acting, California Institute of the Arts
Research & Teaching Interests: Holmes integrates Socratic Method and laboratory immersion in his teaching, prioritizing practical skills like on-camera acting, editing principles, and stage direction. His courses span Theatre Arts with a focus on camera techniques and audition strategies.
Awards:
- 1991 Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Direction of 'Avenue A'
Advising & Leadership: Holmes serves on the National Board of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival as Vice Chairman of the National Playwriting Program. He has directed numerous productions and works in film/TV, appearing in shows like 'The Big Bang Theory' and 'NCIS.'
Labs/Teams: Active in LMU's Summer Programs, designing immersive courses for aspiring actors to master on-camera performance through practical exercises and peer critique.
