Introduction to Screen Acting

About

Famous acting practitioner Stanford Meisner said “Acting is behaving truthfully under imagined circumstances”. But when the film set can be so industrial and clinical that can be difficult, so how does the actor prepare and relax before the director shouts “Action!”. This intro to screen acting short course is a great insight to what it takes to be a screen actor. Learn tricks of the trade in a practical way using scripts and in front of the lens.

What will it cover?

• Over 4 weeks course we will explore key acting exercises from a variety of acting practitioners that have trained some of the greatest actors today.
• We will focus ondeveloping your imagination and creativity to enable you to create believable screen performances
• The course will explain the technical aspects of shooting a scene, what it’s like working on a set and how this affects your performance as the character.
• Understand how to adjust your performance depending on the nature of the camera shot and action of the scene.
• How to read and analyse a script in which to perform
• Learn about castings and auditions using self-tapes
• There will also be a chance to perform a monologue of your choice

Class 1

An introduction to screen acting

• Introduction to acting on camera

Class 2

Script analysis

• Reading and delivering text
• How to read and analyze a text for performance

Class 3

The film set

• Understanding the shoot and who works on one
• Working on a film set
• Hitting your marks

Class 4

Auditions and self-tapes

• Learn the technical requirements for self-tapes
• Know your casting
• Film your self-tape

What will you achieve?

Students will acquire the knowledge, tools and an understanding of the technical requirements to act on camera.

How will you be taught?

A mix of lecture-style, demonstration, and practical instruction with tutor guidance. The class will be very practical, so comfortable clothing is required. The course will be taught by our Performing arts Lecturer Matthew Corbett (BA Hons, MA)

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for total beginners and even actors wanting to revisit and expand to their craft. This is a very fun and practical workshop so is great for anyone wanting to play and learn something new.

Batch 1

S1 Sep 5

S2 Sep 12

S3 Sep 19

S4 Sep 26

Batch 2

S1 Jan 9

S2 Jan 16

S3 Jan 23

S4 Jan 30