Film and TV workshop
Ages 13+
Private Lesson only
Vancouver is a fabulous hotspot for film and commercial production. Train alongside industry-active actors, creatives, and agents to learn the skills necessary to maintain a competitive edge in the casting room.
Audition Preparation
This lesson will assess how student actors navigate under creative direction. The workshop space will simulate a casting room where we go from the basics of receiving the audition to delivering it in a manner that is authentic and layered on camera.
Cadence, Diction, Elocution
When exploring various characters of different backgrounds and political backdrops, we must lean how to use our voice in a way that resonates with them. This vocal class will prepare the actors’ instrument through a range of vocal exercise that require movement and breath work.
Movement
Discover how your body and characters shift through the operating space. We uncover techniques that explores the actor’s chemistry, impulses, and creative vulnerabilities.
Self-tape Techniques
Post Covid-19, the film and television industry shifted to having actors record self-tape auditions at home for preliminary evaluation. We will help you ensure all your audition clips hit certain marks that casting professionals and agents will appreciate. Also, during our workshop, we will shoot reels to help with professional standards.
Cold-Reading
You are in the casting room auditioning for Character A. Shortly after you are requested to read for an entirely new Character B. You are given only 5 minutes to prepare. Now what? Develop your cold-reading techniques so your character comes to life in tight situations.
Agents/Scouts/Managers Panel
Speak with local Agents and Scouts to dig deeper about the realities and demands of the highly competitive industry. This seminar will be an excellent opportunity for our guests to ask critical questions about their progress, along with using the tips given to elevate their potential altogether.
Television Commercials
Beautiful British Columbia is a hot spot for A-Level brands to shoot their seasonal advertisements. Think cars, banks, insurance, AMEX, lifestyle and more! Discover the tips and tricks necessary to deliver inspirational choices in the audition room when trying out for your favourite brands.
Headshots, Reels, and Resume
Shoot a competitive headshot for your submission to acting agencies and film opportunities. Accompanied with your headshot will be an industry-standard resume, along with reels in HD from each class. Use these materials as a solid stepping stone into the industry.
Scene Study
Learn how to dissect your audition piece to uncover the various layers that make your character important, and to inspire the casting director of risks necessary in making choices for your character.