Karen creator of DVD Uta Hagen acting class with the late Penny DuPont.

Karen shares what it was like studying with Uta in the late 60’s while Uta was performing in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolf 8 shows a week. 

Karen talks about the rehearsal process in Uta’s class that is rarely practiced. We would rehearsal at least 10 times before presenting in class. 

Karen tells us how the making of the DVD Uta Hagen’s acting class came about. If you want to learn about acting “watch how you live your life.”

Karen shares stories of being in Montauk to dining with her in California. 

She tells about the play Six Dance Lessons a play staring Uta & David Hyde Pierce. It was the last play Uta would perform before her stroke. Karen talks about the rehearsals & how it evolved into a loving friendship. “David would send her flowers every Wednesday.”

She talks about smoking, the Hagen Wagen & what was to be expected in class. 

“Watch how you live your life.”