Audition Intensive
Schedule
Sat Oct 19 2024 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location
Snelgrove Community Centre | Brampton, ON
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Audition IntensiveSnelgrove Community Centre
- Saturday, October 19, 2024
- Saturday, October 26, 2024
- Saturday, November 2, 2024
10 AM - Noon: ADULT session
1 PM - 3 PM: YOUTH session
Are you looking to develop your auditioning skills? Are you applying for theatre school, or for jobs in performing arts? Brampton On Stage is here to get you ready! We are offering a masterclass in auditioning, open for everyone. Whether you are aspiring or already working, auditioning for professional work, or auditioning for theatre schools – this program is for you. Led by industry professionals, this program will help develop confidence and skills in auditioning over 3 sessions. This workshop series will leave participants feeling confident and prepared to handle their upcoming auditions!
October 19, 2024 - Workshop 1
- How to prepare for an audition
- Audition selection and general requirements
- Learn how to create a submission package to talent agencies.
- Breaking down what you will need: Headshot, Resumes, and
demo reels
October 26, 2024 - Workshop 2
- Monologue and character development and exploration
- How to work on your selected material alone and create your
character
- Learn how to prepare for an audition that is 'scene study' style.
- Practicing callbacks and building relationships with casting
November 2, 2024 - Mock Audition
- Mock audition for a panel of professional theatre artists, to -
simulate the experience of auditioning
- A behind the scenes look at what goes on during the casting
process
- Valuable verbal and written feedback will be provided to each
participant
Youth Registration Link - https://forms.office.com/r/XxUdwYVg06
Adult Registration Link - https://forms.office.com/r/9JhuBnvUZ5
Artist Bio:
Leighton Alexander Williams is an award-winning actor, writer, and director based in Brampton, Ontario. He’s a graduate of Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School, and of York University’s acting conservatory (BFA 2015). Since leaving theatre school Leighton has performed on some of the biggest stages across Canada and the U.S. His most notable achievements in the theatre industry were winning the esteemed Emerging Artist of the Year Award for acting, writing, and directing his play "Judas Noir" (Obsidian Theatre/BDB Production). His breakout performance as “Satan” also led to his first Dora Mavor Moore Nomination, Toronto Critics Pick Nomination, and critical acclaim.
Beyond his accomplishments in acting, Leighton is also a co-founder of BDB Productions Inc. As a writer, his debut film "Residue" gained significant attention as it delved into the aftermath of police brutality. The movie received media coverage on Breakfast Television and CHCH News during its successful festival run. Subsequently, CBC swiftly licensed "Residue", making it available on demand via CBC Gem.
As a director, Leighton worked on season 2 of the groundbreaking series: "21 Black Futures", which featured 63 of Canada’s top black artists (21 actors, 21 directors, & 21 Writers). This series won 4 Canadian Screen Awards, including "Best Digital Series", and he was nominated for a Pauline McGibbon Award for his work.
Leighton is a recent graduate of the prestigious Canadian Film Center's: CBC Actors Conservatory.
Since graduating, he has starred in a plethora of award winning series, and feature films. His short film "Queenie & Alpha" was well received at it's TIFF BellLightbox debut, and lead him to being offered his first series regular role, as Jarod in the upcoming comedy "Settle Down" —coming to OutTV/AppleTV in 2025.
For a comprehensive list of Leighton Alexander Williams' credits, you can refer to his IMDb page at imdb.me/leightonwilliams, or follow him on instagram @livingwithlaw
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Where is it happening?
Snelgrove Community Centre, 11692 Hurontario Street,Brampton, Ontario, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays: