The Acting Studio
The Fable Method.
Developed by Hampton Fluker, The Fable Method is an innovative acting technique that empowers actors and fosters communities dedicated to ethical storytelling. The Fable Method creates a safe space for performers to explore their identities and life experiences, promoting authenticity and vulnerability in their craft.
Drawing inspiration from influential Black Civil Rights leaders like Howard Thurman, James Baldwin, and bell hooks, the method emphasizes communal strength, identity exploration, and social justice. The method combines dynamic acting exercises, contemplative meditation, and insightful lectures, promoting personal growth that enhances participants' experiences on and off stage.
The Fable Method rests on five core principles: (1) Exhaustive Preparation, (2) Continuous Self-Interrogation, (3) Emotional Athleticism, (4) Active Analysis, and (5) The Integration of Permaculture Principles.
Through an exhaustive preparation process, performers gain a deep understanding of their roles, immersing themselves in the intricacies of character and context. Continuous Self-Interrogation encourages a reflective practice, prompting actors to examine their motivations and impulses. Emotional athleticism equips performers with the versatility needed to navigate the complex landscape of human emotions, enabling them to portray a wide range of experiences with authenticity and depth. Active analysis involves a scene study and rehearsal process that begins with full physical engagement rather than sitting at a table, encouraging actors to discover their characters through movement and trust their instincts from the start. By incorporating permaculture principles, the Fable Method advocates for a sustainable and interconnected approach to artistry and life.
The Fable Method aims to transform our artists, like our farm, into resilient, self-sustaining ecosystems. This holistic framework nurtures a new generation of artists who are not only proficient in their craft but also passionate advocates for meaningful social change.
Scene Study & Improv Classes
The Return is a unique acting class for actors of all levels.
Students in The Return will gain valuable experience following a curriculum modeled after the first-year programs at collegiate conservatories. The program covers essential acting disciplines, including Voice and Speech, Movement, The Alexander Technique, Scene Study, and Monologue Work. Each class will focus on different approaches to acting, allowing students to engage deeply with the ideas of influential figures who have shaped global theater traditions. This will provide them with a solid foundation for continued studies if they choose to pursue acting further.
As part of The Return, students will be reading On Acting by Sanford Meisner as part of their classwork and explore scenes from a well-known American play, with scenes assigned after our first session. If the class decides, students can present their scenes to friends, family, and community members. By concentrating on the diverse approaches to acting in the chosen play (to be determined), students will gain a better understanding of and apply what they have learned through hands-on practice rather than just theoretical learning.
The Return.
Developed by Hamp Fluker & Jarvis Tomdio
Taught by Jarvis Tomdio
The Return will explore what it means to be human. The desire to tell stories is where talent is born, and sharing these stories enriches everyone involved.
At Fable & Sow, we understand that acting fundamentally revolves around connecting with others, and we believe everyone deserves to have their story told. We uphold the philosophy that self-judgment and the judgment of others have no place in a supportive and loving process, which is our primary focus.
About The Instructor:
Jarvis Tomdio is an actor, musician, teacher, and co-founder of True North Sanctuary and serves as Fable & Sow’s Assistant Artistic Director. An alumnus of The Acting Studio NY, he has credits in theater, TV, and film. He views art as a tool for transformation and authentic expression. A proud Cameroonian and “nature boy,” Jarvis draws on his roots in a family of healers, farmers, and builders, learning to ground himself and reconnect with his ancestry through working with his hands and the land.
His mission is to build community with other conscious creators, believing a spirit-centered village offers a holistic alternative to capitalism. He is excited to join Fable and Sow Theatre Farm and guide returning actors as they step back onto the stage into the game of make-believe in Fable & Sow’s The Return.
The Return is open to individuals of all experience levels.
If you have any questions about the classes, schedule, or if you believe this class is a good fit for you, please contact Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com.
Dates:
Thursday, Oct. 9th, 2025, 7 pm - 10 pm
Thursday, Oct. 16th,2025, 7 pm - 10 pm
Thursday, Oct. 23rd, 2025, 7 pm - 10 pm
Thursday, October 30th,2025, 7 pm - 10 pm
Thursday, November 6th, 2025, 7 pm - 10 pm
Thursday, November 13th, 2025, 7 pm - 10 pm
Thursday, November 20th, 2025, 7 pm - 10 pm
Thursday, December 4th, 2025, 7 pm - 10 pm
Thursday, December 11th,2025, 7 pm - 10 pm (Showcase Rehearsal)
Showcase for The Return & The Study: Monday, December 15th, 7 pm - 11:30 pm (The Philipstown Depot Theatre)
Place:
The Grit Gallery, 115 Broadway, c/o, Newburgh, NY 12550
Price: $350pp
For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com
Ethical Pricing Clause:
At Fable & Sow, we prioritize Ethical Leadership and Ethical Pricing in everything we do. For all of our offerings, including the Summer workshops, we are open to adjusting the price based on each artist's circumstances. If the listed price of any offering is beyond your budget, please reach out to hampfluker@fableandsow.com so we can discuss a suitable price point for you, as well as potential payment plans.
Must be 18+ to register.
"Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” ~ Howard Thurman
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"Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” ~ Howard Thurman 〰️
The Study.
Developed by Hamp Fluker.
Taught by Hamp Fluker
Assisted by Jarvis Tomdio
The Study is a safe place for experienced actors to reconnect to their roots and engage deeply in “the work” . This course is designed for actors who love and respect the craft of storytelling and are committed to enhancing their skills as performers.
At Fable & Sow, we understand that acting fundamentally revolves around connecting with others, and we believe everyone deserves to have their story told. We uphold the philosophy that self-judgment and the judgment of others have no place in a supportive and loving process, which is our primary focus.
The Study is an advanced scene study class for experienced actors.
Students in The Study will take part in intensive, conservatory-style scene study, focusing primarily on process, character development, and being present on stage.
Each session, The Study will explore a different theme. Students will workshop scenes from contemporary plays that correlate with the session theme.
Students enrolled in the class will receive a syllabus outlining class goals, expectations, and the schedule before the first class. Scene partners will be assigned after our first class. At the end of the 8-week course, there will be an invite-only showcase to present the students’ work, which friends, family, and theatre/TV/film industry professionals from the Hudson Valley and New York City can attend.
Prerequisite Requirement Fulfillment Options:
Fable & Sow’s Return to Theatre course, 2-3 years of professional experience, or an audition.
About The Instructor:
Hamp Fluker serves as Artistic Director and Co-Founder of Fable & Sow. He is a storyteller, Shakespeare educator, ethical leadership practitioner and consultant, Certified Reiki Healer, and Activist Farmer. He received his BFA in Acting from Boston University and studied the classics extensively at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. As an actor, he has landed leading roles on major networks, including ABC, NBC, and TNT. He received the Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in Theatre for his performance in the 2019 Broadway revival of All My Sons by Arthur Miller, and currently recurs as Michael Goodwin on NBC’s Chicago Med.
As a Theatre Educator, he draws on his classical performance training to inspire BIPOC and Queer students to reclaim their voices and power within predominantly white institutions. He is thrilled to join forces with his wife, Ber, as Fable & Sow blossoms into a vibrant hub, nourishing the surrounding communities with food, medicine, and a welcoming place to call home
In Partnership with The Philipstown Depot Theatre
The Study classes will be held weekly at The Philipstown Depot Theatre. Prerequisite required. Non-refundable. Course credit will be offered if you cancel at least 3 weeks before the first class.
If you have any questions about the classes or schedule, or if you believe this class is a good fit for you, please contact Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com.
Dates:
Monday, October 20th, 2025, 7 pm - 10:00 pm
Monday, October 27th, 2025, 7 pm - 10:00 pm
Monday, November 3rd, 2025, 7 pm -10:00 pm
Monday, November 10th, 2025, 7 pm - 10:00 pm
Monday, November 17th, 2025, 7 pm - 10:00 pm
Monday, November 24th, 2025, 7 pm - 10:00 pm
Monday, December 1st, 2025, 7 pm - 10:00 pm
Monday, December. 8th, 2025, 7 pm - 10:00 pm (Showcase Rehearsal)
Showcase for The Return & The Study: Monday, December 15th, 7 pm - 11:30 pm (The Philipstown Depot Theatre)
Place:
The Philipstown Depot Theatre
10 Garrisons Landing, Garrison, NY 1052
Price: $375 pp
For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com
Ethical Pricing Clause
At Fable & Sow, we prioritize Ethical Leadership and Ethical Pricing in everything we do. For all of our offerings, including the Summer workshops, we are open to adjusting the price based on each artist's circumstances. If the listed price of any offering is beyond your budget, please reach out to hampfluker@fableandsow.com so we can discuss a suitable price point for you, as well as potential payment plans.
Must be 18+ to register.
"Don’t play what's there. Play what's not there." - Miles Davis
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"Don’t play what's there. Play what's not there." - Miles Davis 〰️
The Agreement is an advanced improv class for experienced actors and artists developed by Connor Bond & Hamp Fluker.
Students in The Agreement will take part in an intensive, conservatory-style improv course.
If you’re interested in creating imaginative worlds, confidently using the invisible space, and treating improv like a Broadway-level play, you’re in the right spot. Students will not only develop their improvisation skills, but also discover that a blank space and the person across from you are all you need to come alive on stage.
This isn’t a course for someone looking to land a clever joke at an open mic, this is improv for the stillness in your everyday life. Using story and scene structure, students will redefine how they connect, tell stories, and play.
We want to find out how you hang out offstage and onstage on a Friday night! Come do some improv that gets you laughing to your core, so you can see what stories have been there all along!
The Agreement.
Developed by Connor Bond & Hamp Fluker
Taught by Connor Bond
The Agreement is Fable & Sow’s Advanced Improv course.
This core Fable & Sow class is at the heart of how we see the game, each other, and ourselves. Using applied improv as a frame, this class aims to take what you know about the present moment and flip it on its head.
At Fable & Sow, we understand that acting fundamentally revolves around connecting with others, and we believe everyone deserves to have their story told. We uphold the philosophy that self-judgment and the judgment of others have no place in a supportive and loving process, which is our primary focus.
About The Instructor:
Connor Bond is an actor and educator living in Beacon, NY. He received his MFA in Acting from UC Irvine and has taught and performed improv in New York City and in the Hudson Valley for almost a decade. Growing up with a background in jazz and musical theater in Portland, OR, his teaching comes from a place of musicality and play. He's very excited to be collaborating with Fable & Sow to develop advanced, grounded and expansive offerings to the Hudson Valley community."
The Agreement is an advanced Improv Class. 1 -2 years of improv experience is suggested.
If you have any questions about the classes, schedule, or if you believe this class is a good fit for you, please contact Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com.
Dates:
Friday, October 10th, 2025, 7pm -9pm
Friday, October 17th, 2025, 7pm-9pm
Friday, October 24th, 2025, 7pm-9pm
Friday, November 7th, 2025, 7pm-9pm
Friday, November 14th, 2025, 7pm -9pm
Friday, November 21st, 2025, 7pm-9pm
Friday, November 28th, 2025, 7pm-9pm
Friday, December 5th, 2025, 7pm - 9pm
Place:
The Grit Gallery
115 Broadway c/o, Newburgh, NY 12550
Price: $280 pp
For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Hamp Fluker at hampfluker@fableandsow.com
Ethical Pricing Clause
At Fable & Sow, we prioritize Ethical Leadership and Ethical Pricing in everything we do. For all of our offerings, including the Summer workshops, we are open to adjusting the price based on each artist's circumstances. If the listed price of any offering is beyond your budget, please reach out to hampfluker@fableandsow.com so we can discuss a suitable price point for you, as well as potential payment plans.
Must be 18+ to register.
Acting Studio Packages & Discounts
The Part-Timer Package:
$500
Choose any two: The Return, The Study, The Griot, or The Agreement.
Shape your creative path—focus on acting or combine with The Griot.
Includes 20% off all Industry Workshops and Events this fall.
Ideal for those wanting flexibility and a personalized, less time-intensive experience.
Note: The Return is a prerequisite for The Study (unless you have 2-3+ years of experience), but can be taken concurrently as an intensive for all levels.
The Semester Package:
$950
Enrollment in The Return, The Study, The Agreement, and The Griot, plus Fable & Sow’s new non-fiction writing course with Bobbi Johnson in The Making Studio.
Weekly classes: The Study (Mon), The Griot (Wed), The Return (Thu), The Agreement (Fri).
Includes 40% off all fall Industry Workshops and Events.
Ideal for students seeking both foundational and advanced scene study, literary exploration, and personal growth.
Note: The Return is a prerequisite for The Study (unless you have 2-3+ years of experience), but can be taken concurrently as an intensive for all levels.
FableFam Discount:
15% off all single offerings
All returning artists who do not choose one of the package deals will still receive 15 percent off any single offering they select spanning The Return, The Study, The Griot, and The Agreement, as well as Industry Workshops and Special Events.
Perfect for returning artists with a singular passion who seek to hone their craft without a larger time commitment.
Returning Artists can email info@fableandsow.com for the discount code..