If memorizing lines feels slow, frustrating, or like a total slog... it's not you. It's your method. Discover the smarter, faster way to memorize lines using proven, science-backed strategies.
You’ve got talent and are committed to your craft. And you’re already doing the work of auditioning, taking acting classes, and networking with others in the industry.
Problem is, you feel like you’re drowning in the number of pages you have to memorize! More often than not, you find yourself fumbling lines, and it’s draining your confidence.
You want to memorize lines faster and with more ease, so you can get out of your head and be free to really shine!
But until you have a fast, reliable method that can really get lines to stick…those bigger, more substantial roles will remain out of reach.
You don't need to keep drilling your lines over and over until your brain goes numb...
What you need is a smarter memorization method that is informed by the actual science of memory and learning, and is proven to optimize your brain's natural ability to remember.
So you can memorize lines fast, make them stick, and be calm, focused, and performance-ready no matter how many pages you get. This way you can confidently step into the next stage of your career.
The premiere program for professional actors who want to ditch the frustration and anxiety and memorize lines FAST, using a proven method THAT WORKS.
IMAGINE simply reacting and listening to your scene partner, rather than worrying about your next line.
IMAGINE being totally in the moment, acting spontaneously, without panicking you might draw a blank.
IMAGINE never feeling embarrassed or ashamed about lines ever again.
"...the lines are there. I don't have to grab for them anymore."
"It changed my life as far as the stress level and my confidence level. I've never felt more confident on the stage."
"I noticed I was able to recall a lot more, even from day one."
"I was taking acting classes and was massively frustrated. I could not understand why I could not remember my lines, even though I had spent numerous hours cramming them into my head. I was struggling to a point where I thought maybe this isn't for me. But I'm not a quitter!
I joined Joyce’s course. I followed the steps, and I had a lightbulb moment. I noticed I was able to recall a lot more, even from day one. As I applied what I learned, I had a huge boost in my confidence level. I wasn't stuck anymore. I could feel the memorization becoming a lot less frustrating, and I was seeing progress in a very short period.
My coach commented on my recall and noticed I was able to focus more on the acting, not the lines. I was starting to flow.
I absolutely love this course, and I'm so glad that I found it."
- Terry Wells
I'm a trained actor and a 3-day champion on the game show Jeopardy. As an actor, I struggled with memorizing lines, but as a trivia enthusiast, I learned several simple, easy techniques to boost my memory. I created Off Book It so I could share my insights with other actors.
I have used these same strategies with my clients to help them get off book FAST and feel confident and at ease!
Off Book It combines the insights from three fields of knowledge: cognitive psychology, ancient mnemonics, and modern acting. It synthesizes these insights into an innovative memorization method specifically designed for actors memorizing dramatic text. All the techniques used in The Off Book It Method are science-backed and proven!
Cognitive psychology is the scientific study of mental processes, including perception, memory, attention, problem-solving, and learning. Several research findings in this field show us how we can improve learning and increase memory retention and recall.
You know those people you hear about sometimes who can memorize a whole deck of cards or 1,000 digits of pi? They're not prodigies or super geniuses. The techniques they use can be learned easily by anyone, and they've been around for thousands of years.
Many of the standard practices actors employ to analyze a text and bring a role to life have been shown in studies to aid in the memorization of text. These include breaking a text into beats, finding objectives, and finding causal connections in the text.
Lifetime access to all video lessons, featuring step-by-step demonstrations using actual dramatic text. You will also get future updates to the course!
Downloadable PDF copies of step-by-step protocols, video transcripts, text breakdowns and analysis, and presentation slides. Also access to innovative tools and resources.
Access to the Off Book It private Facebook group exclusively for students of the course, where you can ask questions and discuss concepts with other actors and get ongoing community support as you learn.
Yes, that's right, you get future updates at NO ADDITIONAL COST! 🤯 The most recent addition to the course was a BONUS LESSON on how to use A.I. tools, such as Chat GPT, to speed up your line memorization!
Get instant access to the video lessons, materials, and tools, so you can be confidently off book with every new script you get!
Optimize your brain's natural ability to remember using memorization strategies backed by cognitive science. They are simple and easy to implement!
Unlock the power of your creative imagination to greatly expand your memory's capacity and recall using a set of techniques that goes back thousands of years and are used by memory athletes and champions worldwide.
Memorization doesn't have to get in the way of a great performance! Discover the script breakdown and analysis practices that kill two birds with one stone: get off book and get performance-ready at the same time!
Dive into memorizing a contemporary monologue through a step-by-step practical demonstration.
Adapt the method to working with dialogue and accommodating and incorporating another character's lines.
Uncover the unique features of Shakespeare's language that makes it come alive and makes it easy to remember! You'll discover how to understand, analyze, and utilize Shakespearean verse and language through important fundamentals.
Through a step-by-step demonstration, you will see how to tackle any Shakespeare speech and take advantage of the unique properties of Shakespearean text to enhance line memorization.
See step-by-step how to work with and memorize Shakespearean dialogue.
This module wraps up the course. Here you will discover how to memorize an entire role. You'll also get important lessons for relaxation and focus. THERE IS NOW ALSO A BONUS LESSON ON HOW TO USE A.I. TOOLS TO SPEED UP LINE MEMORIZATION!
You'll get downloadable PDFs of all step-by-step protocols, video transcripts, text breakdowns and analysis, and presentation slides. You'll also get access to tools and worksheets I've created to enhance my memorization process!
"I shot all 3 auditions in a 3 day span...and I do not know how I would have done it without your course."
Tricia Alexandro
"I shot all 3 auditions in a 3 day span (5 scenes in one day) and I do not know how I would have done it without your course. My boyfriend Clark said he was so impressed...He said it was like 'night and day' from how I was just 2 weeks ago. Clark shot 5 scenes for me and 2 of those I Iearned by studying them for a half hour the night before and a half hour in the morning. I never would have been capable of that before. I would have been in fetal position crying!"
Choose from two different versions of the course. The Contemporary Only Version excludes the three modules that teach how to memorize Shakespearean text. The Full Version teaches how to memorize both contemporary text and Shakespearean text.
This is an abridged version of the course, which excludes the three modules focusing on Shakespeare.
$347 or 5 payments of $77/month
This is the full version of the course, containing all 9 modules.
$447 or 5 payments of $97/month
All purchases are backed by The Off Book It Pledge! If you're on the fence in any way, go ahead and try out the course, risk free. If for whatever reason you change your mind or don't like the course, contact me within 30 days, and I'll issue you a full refund. (You don't have to jump through any hoops to get it. Seriously.)
Step 1: Go through checkout and create a login and password.
Step 2: You'll receive an onboarding email from me with further details.
Step 3: You'll get immediate access to the program.
You can complete the course lessons from the comfort of your couch or kitchen table, as long as you have an Internet connection! The entire program is completely digital so you can access it from anywhere through our private course portal. You can go at your own pace and do the lessons on your schedule.
"I'm amazed that within 2 days, I already have a bulk of the lines memorized."
"This course is PHENOMENAL. I'm currently in the beginning stages of learning quite a hefty role for a play I'm in, and this has been a godsend in helping me get off book quickly so I can start playing more freely in rehearsal. I'm amazed that within 2 days, I already have a bulk of the lines memorized.
Learning lines used to give me so much anxiety, particularly with fast turnarounds. I now have the confidence that I can memorize quickly and efficiently. I really never thought that would be possible, and I can't tell you what a gift it is to no longer feel so much fear when I have a quick turnaround audition or role."
- Sarah Sutherland
I have many students who report seeing significant results on the very first day of joining the course! Of course I cannot promise anything, but if you're diligent about implementing strategies immediately, you can see results that quickly as well!
No, you can start the course at any time and complete it at your own pace. Upon purchase, you'll receive full access to all video lessons and materials.
Yes! Payment plans that break the cost down into monthly installments are available. Alternatively, If you are based in the U.S. you can use the Buy Now Pay Later services Klarna, Afterpay, and Affirm. Just choose the one time payment option on the sales page and choose Klarna/Afterpay/Affirm on the checkout page.
I have many students who are older actors who have seen tremendous benefits from my course. In my experience, age does not have to hold you back!
All of the strategies I teach are also actively recommended by experts for people with ADD/ADHD and dyslexia. While I myself am not an expert in these conditions, I welcome students of all cognitive types and abilities.
Actors of all levels of experience are welcome. Whether you're an amateur, student, or a professional, a film/tv or theatre actor, you can benefit from Line Memorization Mastery. Because there are some brief references to sexual and violent imagery, the course may not be appropriate for young children. Parental discretion is advised.
The course is hosted on Teachable.com, one of the best, most trusted online course platforms. Upon enrolling in the course, you will be prompted to create a Teachable login and password, which you will use to access the course on that platform.
You will have lifetime access to the course and all course materials.
The Contemporary Only version of the course has about 5.5 hours of video lessons. The Full Version of the course has about 9 hours of video lessons.
Yes! When you purchase the Contemporary Only version of the course, you have the option to purchase the 3 Shakespeare modules as a standalone add-on anytime in the future.
After enrolling in the course, you will have the option to purchase and schedule 1:1 coaching sessions with me (Joyce) if you'd like more personalized help with a specific script.
If you still have some burning questions about the program that haven't been answered, please feel free to reach out to me directly by emailing joyce@offbookit.com. I'm here to help you make an informed and empowered decision!
"I used to find it very difficult to memorize scripts for auditions when given only 2-3 days to prepare. But after taking the course, I have a systematic approach that really helps me, and I've found that learning the lines is a lot faster now!"
- Samuel Whitehill
"I REALLY appreciate this course. It has really given me some ease in the preparation process and has allowed me to focus more on the feeling/emotions needed for being present and actually acting. I have already recommended it to others!"
- Alyssa Brodie
"Off Book It is a course I wish I had taken years ago. It has helped me to increase my memorization skills in ways I never would have imagined. It's like pixie dust for your brain!"
- Daniel Arana
"Joyce is sooo helpful and a much needed resource for any actor who hates memorizing lines or hasn't found the right method that works. I am now excited and much more confident doing self-tapes!"
- Sharon Speer
"I used to find it very difficult to memorize scripts for auditions when given only 2-3 days to prepare. But after taking the course, I have a systematic approach that really helps me, and I've found that learning the lines is a lot faster now!"
- Samuel Whitehill
"I REALLY appreciate this course. It has really given me some ease in the preparation process and has allowed me to focus more on the feeling/emotions needed for being present and actually acting. I have already recommended it to others!"
- Alyssa Brodie
"Off Book It is a course I wish I had taken years ago. It has helped me to increase my memorization skills in ways I never would have imagined. It's like pixie dust for your brain!"
- Daniel Arana
"Joyce is sooo helpful and a much needed resource for any actor who hates memorizing lines or hasn't found the right method that works. I am now excited and much more confident doing self-tapes!"
- Sharon Speer
Still on the fence? Listen, I get it.
You’ve Googled line memorization tips a thousand times and most of the advice out there was complete you-know-what (💩) and none of it worked for you. What are the odds my program is any different?
But here’s the thing…
The people out there giving that bad advice…they are just guessing. They’ve never taken the time to actually educate themselves on how people ACTUALLY remember and retain things best.
I can’t promise you fame, fortune, and your name in bright lights.
But I can promise you this:
I’ve really done the work to figure out what works and what doesn’t.
I’ve worked with many actors who absolutely DREADED memorizing lines, and I’ve seen first-hand how my strategies made a night and day difference and completely turned things around for them.
It’s been so personally rewarding to see that change over and over again.
And hey, if all else fails, you’re covered by my 100% money-back guarantee.
So what’ve you really got to lose?
I’m rooting for you,
Joyce