All photos by Lester H. Bryant, Sr., Videographer & Editor, Gye Name Ministries.

At “Wake Up And Live with the Arts”

Bill and James chat about his return to Cleveland for his “In The Moment” Master Class, at the historic Glidden House Hotel.

Sue and James, co-hosts, get ready to interview Bill on “Wake Up And Live with the Arts.”

Sue, James and Bill share a “funny story” moment.

At the “In The Moment” Workshop
Cleveland Play House, April 10 & 11, 2010

Lynnette Howard gets a Bill Cobbs’ hug while Heidi and James look on.

Bill and Pam Morton in “PR” pose. (Photo by Pam Morton)

At The Private Reception

Chris Fortunato gets ‘notes’ from Bill as Bill’s sister looks on. Reuben and Dorothy Silver, and Heidi Barham in background

Bill, with Dorothy and Reuben Silver,and Sandra Kornick and Dr. Charles Modlin.

Chris and Karen Shepherd enjoy Reception Buffet, catered by Ivy’s Catering at Greenmont, served by host Sue.

Charles, Sandra, Reuben and Dorothy, and Bill

Marguerite Sands and James McGilbray at post-workshop Reception

John and Sandra Kornick taking in the action.

At The “That’s A Wrap” Dinner

Guests, Chris and Bill’s sisters share ‘grace’ before dinner held at, and sponsored by, Ivy’s Catering.

A “Kodak Moment.”

Bill and sister at sumptuous, elegant buffet.

RAVE REVIEWS FROM THE EVENT!

Here's what folks are saying . . .

"The class was great; helpful and beneficial. Hearing Mister Cobb address each student's strengths and weaknesses and seeing them improve with his insights certainly was a fascinating experience - I liked how he commented on different voices for characters. As a playwright I've been looking at that in my own work because you tend to hear the voice of the character in your head and leave him /her with that voice - now I'll try out different approaches. Thanks again and send my thanks to Mister Cobbs."
Tom Raber
 
"I truly enjoyed the workshop with Bill Cobbs.  Even though I learned a lot from Bill himself, I found I learned just as much (if not more) by observing the other participants as they worked with Bill to develop their individual monologues.  Seeing the transformations occur so quickly was a testament to both Bill's knowledge and expertise as well as the undeniable acting talent that exists here in Cleveland.  I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to be a part of something so special". Thank you for such a wonderful and memorable experience!"
Most Sincerely,
 Samantha Joy Fay

"I learned to 'Let the words play you, don't play the words'
Rasool "Monty" Jackson

"This was truly a wonderful weekend! I learned about the importance of knowing your character's background, etc. I also learned about how sometimes 'less is more'. Bill gave the example of how a 'drunk' would want to appear 'sober,' so that when playing such a character, you'd play the character in a controlled fashion as opposed to someone slurring their words and falling over drunk.
Patty Montgomery Jackson
 
"The workshop at Wake Up and Live's with Bill Cobbs was really awesome. I learned more at this two-day workshop than I did during the four months that I attended my previous acting school. I hope that I get the opportunity to work with them in the future."
Danielle Lee

"I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop, although I did feel that I was way in over my head more than once (especially in the dialogue).  It was an eye-opener in many ways.  Looking forward to the follow-up"
Karen Shepherd

"I was going to stop doing my monologue and look for another because I was not comfortable with it. After one suggestion from Mr. Cobbs, I made the adjustment and now I feel comfortable with the piece."
Lynnette Howard

"I just wanted to express my deep appreciation for you giving me the privilege to be at the workshop, thank you so much for sharing that information with me. I will never forget the moment when I just finished my monologue and I ran back to you and we both had tears in our eyes because it was such a touching moment for me, I had no idea that I would do as well as I did, however, I know that I have so much more to learn. I learned so much at the workshop. That was the first time that I had ever met a movie star and I had the honor of sitting right next to him, and I even picked up his glasses, I can't stop talking about it, I'm still excited!  I was so thrilled to have been a part of such a great event. Just to be in the presence of Mr. Cobbs is a thrill in itself, he taught us so many important facts about acting and he's really down to earth. I feel encouraged to continue on as an actor. It was also great seeing the performances of the other actors, everyone did a marvelous job!" 
Jocelyn D. Harris 

I would just like to say how much I truly enjoyed the workshop.  The feedback, comments and direction given to me by Mr. Cobbs will be an invaluable tool for me in perfecting the monologue that I performed and improving on other performances as well.  Not only did I benefit from his comments to me, but I learned so much from watching others perform and the feedback given to them.  I, also, saw some monologues that I want to try myself.  Sue, you did a fantastic job of putting everything together and I look forward to attending other workshops and perhaps becoming a part of "Wake Up and Live" for future performances.  Thanks again for a job well done.
Pam Morton