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Stanislavski: An Introduction
For adults 18 years + Level: Beginner Workshop Stanislavski’s methods in a practical fast-paced intensive course. Uncover the magic ‘if’, given circumstances, actions, objectives and stakes. Learn how to analyse a script to uncover the life of the character. The Stanislavski approach is one of the most widely acknowledged and enduring actor training systems in the world, closely connected to the birth of modern drama and psychological realism. Course components Explore the...
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Meisner Essentials
For adults 18 years + Level: Core Techniques Practise the techniques made famous by Sanford Meisner for actors, directors and teachers. Through repetition exercises, imaginative preparation and action playing, learn how to be truthful and in the moment while forming strong connections between performers. Course components Practically explore and master Meisner techniques to unlock truth and meaning on the rehearsal room floor. Uncover the preparation strategies required to be...
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Voice: An Introduction
For adults 18+ Level: Beginner The importance of vocal training to a successful performance is immeasurable. Spend a day focusing on this most necessary of tools for an actor. Course components Discover your breath, resonance and articulators, then project with ease as you participate in vocal warm ups. Gain personal guidance from an industry expert as you find your physical self and understand the importance of neutral position in relation to your vocal ability. Apply vocal...
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Improvisation Essentials
For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Explore practical techniques to encourage spontaneity and unlock your imagination. Develop the fundamental skills to think on your feet and improvise with confidence in the rehearsal room and in performance. Course components Explore the fundamental principles of improvisation including accepting and extending offers, responding truthfully in the moment and following a spontaneous impulse. Engage in voice and movement training to enhance your...
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Screen Acting Essentials
For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Develop screen presence and acting skills for rehearsing and performing scenes to camera. Be filmed in short scenes from film and television drama. Course components Understanding of medium specific vocal and physical requirements. Establish a relationship with the camera through use of eye line techniques. Development of on screen personal presence and self-awareness. Outcomes Use voice and movement to create truthful on screen characters....
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Voice Essentials
For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Learn how the voice works to release its power in performance. Explore a variety of texts to develop your vocal clarity and impact. Course components Develop an awareness of breath in the body. Free your voice as you articulate clearly, enhance your vocal resonance and projection in script based work. Respond to text with dynamic vocal clarity as you perform text and gain invaluable feedback. Outcomes Implementation of a vocal warm up and maintenance...
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TV Presenting Essentials
For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Develop a presentation persona as you practise on-camera technique and build vocal and physical presence. Explore interview techniques and present lifestyle pieces to camera. Course components Learn camera technique and develop your individual presenting persona. Explore your vocal and physical presence on screen through a variety of practical exercises. Learn how to write and perform your own interviews and examine effective interview techniques for...
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Musical Theatre Essentials
For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Explore the essentials of acting and singing in musical theatre. Work with a director to develop a solo or duet musical theatre performance. Course components Participate in a range of practical exercises to gain awareness of a range of improvisation and fundamental acting techniques. Focus on developing your vocal range and ability through singing intensives. Develop a musical theatre performance with support from a professional director. Outcomes...
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Stage Management Essentials
Level: Beginner For adults 18+ Explore the essential role of the Stage Manager in live performance. Understand the creative, technical and managerial expertise required in stage management. Be introduced to methods of scheduling, rehearsal protocol, show calling and communication within a creative ensemble. Course components Identify the various essential tasks of the Stage Manager Learn the standard procedures and documentation required in stage management Participate in practical...
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Lighting Design Essentials
Level: Beginner For adults 18+ Gain an understanding of the techniques used in practical lighting design and its realisation. Learn how to extract lighting design ideas from a dramatic source. Under the guidance of an industry professional, utilise a selection of professional equipment to realise a simple lighting design. Course components Analysis of a dramatic source to extract lighting ideas. Exploration of the creative process to realise lighting design. Introduction to...
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