The thing about acting, the kind that stays with you long after the credits roll or the curtain falls, is that it feels less like a performance and more like a confession. It’s a sliver of unvarnished human truth offered up for public consumption. Alecx Lorica, the CEO and Founder of Sightlines Actors Space, has built her life’s work around the cultivation of that truth. To meet her is to encounter a quiet intensity, a focused calm that seems perfectly suited to the delicate work of coaxing honesty out of people who are, by profession, masters of illusion. She doesn’t operate from a high-rise office or a bustling studio lot. Her domain is the less tangible, yet infinitely more profound, space between people—the ‘sightlines’ that connect one human experience to another.
Alecx’s own story is a deliberate, almost academic, layering of passion and pragmatism. It’s a journey that reveals a fundamental understanding: that before you can convincingly be someone else, you must first have the courage to deeply understand yourself. Alecx has become an architect of these moments of understanding, not just for herself, but for a growing international community of actors who flock to her, virtually and in person, seeking not just technique, but a sustainable way to practice their art.
The Fork in the Road: Two Degrees of Dedication
The script for Alecx’s life could have gone a very different way. As a child, the dream was simple, as most childhood dreams are: to be an actor. But as adolescence gave way to the practicalities of university applications, a second voice emerged, one of reason, of diversification. “I thought it would be good to diversify my skills and pursue a course that I’m interested in, but can also open up more work opportunities for me,” Alecx recalls. She chose AB Communication, a sensible path. Yet, the gravitational pull of the stage was relentless. She dedicated any time she could carve out of her schedule to the theater.
The turning point arrived in her third year of college. A plan to simply minor in Theater Arts was the catalyst. “The moment I took my first Theater Arts class, I realized I can’t just settle for a minor,” Alecx says. The decision was made. She would pursue a second degree, a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater Arts, concurrently. It was a demanding path, a testament to a work ethic that would later become the bedrock of her own enterprise.
Her university years were more than just a collection of classes; they were an incubation period. As an active member and eventually the Artistic Director of the Ateneo Blue Repertory, a respected musical theater organization, she wasn’t just honing her craft on stage. She was learning to lead, to manage, to nurture the creative impulses of others. These were the nascent skills of an entrepreneur, unknowingly being sharpened. Her efforts culminated in the Loyola School Awards for the Arts for Performance, a validation of her dual commitment. It was also during this time that a new passion ignited. While assistant directing, she discovered the profound satisfaction of teaching. “It’s when I truly fell in love with acting as a craft and discovered its power as a medium for change,” Alecx reflects. “This is also when I first tried out assistant directing, which ignited my passion for teaching acting.” The seeds for Sightlines were sown.
An Actor’s Gym: The Genesis of Sightlines
The idea for Sightlines Actors Space was a slow, steady burn. It grew from a personal conviction, a philosophy forged in the crucible of her own training. “I believe that learning is never-ending, and that actors are athletes who need to continuously train,” Alecx explains. This simple, powerful metaphor is the core of Sightlines. She envisioned it as “an actor’s gym to consistently work on their acting muscles.”
Launched from a desire to create a permanent training ground, Sightlines was built to foster a community where artists could not only learn but also collaborate and create. In an industry often characterized by isolation and competition, Alecx’s emphasis on community is a radical act. “Acting as an artform is meant to be done with other people,” she states, “so building and fostering our community is integral in our mission.” The goal is empowerment, giving actors the network and confidence to initiate their own projects.
How does one keep a curriculum based on human emotion “fresh”? For Alecx, the answer is elemental. “I believe that human connection will always be fresh and meaningful, and Sightlines does just that…we connect people through acting and the space that we created.” This is a living, breathing entity. Alecx and her team are perpetual students, engaging in new research, taking classes themselves, and constantly refining their curriculum. The school evolves not just with the industry, but with the ever-unfolding understanding of the human condition itself.
The Sightlines Method: A Deep Dive into the Craft
Walk into most acting schools, and you’ll likely encounter the “toolbox” approach, a sampler platter of various techniques. An actor might get a taste of Stanislavski, a dash of Adler, a sprinkle of Strasberg. Alecx saw a limitation in this. “An often critique for these types of acting curriculums is that actors only get a taste of the different acting approaches but don’t really get a full understanding of the approach,” she observes.
Sightlines offers a different path. It’s a unique hybrid model, a blend of the toolbox and a deep-dive immersion. The school’s core programs currently center on Meisner, Movement, and Voice. The intention is deliberate: to allow actors to plunge into a specific methodology, to understand its nuances and its power, without the technique being diluted. “This provides an opportunity for the actors to try out different approaches without diluting the technique itself,” Alecx says. The ultimate aim is to empower the actor to build their own process, to find what resonates, and to forge a personal methodology from a place of deep understanding, not superficial sampling.
This international school, true to its name, has a global reach, with students and partnerships spanning the world. The mission is simple yet profound: “Create Space for ALL”—Acting Truthfully, Learning Actively, and Living Courageously. It’s a commitment to providing a secure environment for actors from all walks of life, from nervous beginners to seasoned professionals, to explore their craft through sustainable practices. And the journey doesn’t end when the course does. A vibrant calendar of community events ensures that the connection and collaboration continue long after the final class.
The Meisner Connection: Truth in the Moment
It’s telling that the first technique Alecx chose to become certified in was the Meisner technique. Developed by Sanford Meisner, it is an approach predicated on reacting truthfully to the present moment. For an actor who described her own early obstacles as “overthinking and not being able to let go of control,” Meisner was an antidote. “I gravitated towards it because it addressed the obstacles I was facing as an actor at the time,” Alecx admits.
Her training at the Meisner Institute underpins much of the work at Sightlines. She found the technique universally applicable, developing foundational skills essential for any medium—film, television, theater, or even voice acting. The result, she notes, is more truthful performances.
But Alecx is no rigid traditionalist. She has adapted the technique for the 21st century. Drawing from her training in Intimacy Coordination and Direction, she has woven consent-based and trauma-informed practices into the curriculum’s DNA. “There are also some traditional Meisner exercises that we’ve removed from our curriculum because we don’t see it appropriate to today’s world anymore,” she states firmly. They have even developed new exercises, blending Meisner principles with other approaches, creating a program that is uniquely Sightlines. When asked how her method helps actors break through common blocks like performing emotion or judging their characters, she offers a wry smile. “You’ll have to take our class to experience it yourself.”
The View from the Director’s Chair
A day in the life of Alecx Lorica is a structured dance between the creative and the administrative. Mornings are often for meetings and the essential, less glamorous tasks of running a business. An afternoon might hold a workout or a brief escape into a television series she’s obsessing over. Evenings are for teaching, for being present in that space she so carefully cultivates.
The milestones she’s proud of are telling. There’s the international expansion, like teaching in-person workshops in Jakarta, and the high-profile partnership with Star Magic, one of the Philippines’ premier acting agencies. But when Alecx speaks of what she is truly most proud of, her voice softens.
“I would say what I’m truly the most proud of is the community of actors that we’ve built and the personal breakthroughs of our students. Each time I hear about the successes of my students, my heart is beaming with pride and joy to see their hard work pay off.”
She adds, “None of this would have been possible without the incredible team behind Sightlines. I want to recognize the Sightlines team for the hard work they put in to uphold the vision I have for the school. These milestones are shared accomplishments, and I am deeply grateful for their belief in me.”
Alecx’s path hasn’t been without its hurdles. “Too many to mention,” she says with a knowing laugh. “The challenges will always be there.” Her coping mechanism is a combination of radical gratitude and strategic thinking. She sees rejections not as failures, but as “redirections,” opportunities to devise a new game plan. The passion for the work is the fuel that keeps her going. “I wouldn’t trade my job for anything else.”
This philosophy extends to her personal life. Alecx dismisses the notion of a “perfect” work-life balance as an impossibility. For her, especially with ADHD, the key is variety and self-awareness. Workouts, dance classes, board games, and time with loved ones are non-negotiable. “It’s important for me to have life outside of work because that actually improves the quality of my work,” she insists. Vacations are not indulgences; they are necessities to reset and make room for new ideas.
The Next Scene
The future of Sightlines is one of expansion and creation. A new Movement for Actors course is on the horizon, destined to become a core offering. More partnerships, both local and international, are in development. But perhaps most exciting is the ambition to move into production. “We’re also hoping to venture into creating and producing our own stuff soon with our community,” Alecx reveals. It’s the natural next step: from training actors to creating the platforms for their work to be seen.
Her parting advice is a reflection of the very principles she teaches: a blend of visualization and decisive action. “Visualize the future that I want for myself,” she shares. “From there, I make the necessary steps and decisions in alignment with that future.” It’s a powerful, proactive approach to life.
“Go for what you want no matter how scary it is,” Alecx urges. “Life’s too short and this is the only one you’ve got so make the most out of it. Better to let yourself fail rather than wondering about what ifs.”
It’s a mantra that could easily be an actor’s guide to a brave performance, or an entrepreneur’s to a bold new venture. For Alecx Lorica, it is clearly both. She isn’t just teaching people how to act; she is teaching them how to live more truthfully, both on the stage and off. And in doing so, she is building more than a business; she is building a legacy of authentic human connection.
Quotes
“Life’s too short and this is the only one you’ve got so make the most out of it. Better to let yourself fail rather than wondering about what ifs.”
“I believe that learning is never-ending, and that actors are athletes who need to continuously train.”
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