VFS Acting: From Script to Screen (On Campus) Nov 3 - Dec 15

Overview:

This 7-week course empowers actors in their professional journey as an actor.

With expert guidance from instructors, you will become a collaborative and empowered actor in-person rehearsal space, getting comfortable on camera and developing a better understanding of what it means to listen and give & receive with a scene partner.

As you progress through the course, you will activate your imagination and fully embody your unique take on the text and character of a script.

You will finish this course with a polished and professional self-tape recording for your creative portfolio.

Schedule: Nov 3 - Dec 15, Wednesdays, 6-8pm, on campus

• Nov 3 (First Class)
• Nov 10
• Nov 17
• Nov 24
• Dec 1
• Dec 8
• Dec 15 (Final Class)

Cost: $550 CAD

Learning Outcomes – Participants Will:

• Deepen analysis skills by working on a film script.

• Discover how to conduct a thorough character analysis.

• Refine your rehearsal techniques.

• Develop best practices for safe & creative collaboration, actor self care, setting boundaries, and clear communication with other artists.

• Learn to partner and rehearse with another actor/reader.

• Execute with confidence the technical aspects of auditioning for online platforms.

• Memorize, rehearse, record, and submit a self-tape audition scene.

• Receive important feedback for your second take.

• Finish with a recording of your audition scene.

Admission Requirements

• No prior experience necessary.
• Participants must be 16 years or older.
• All participants are required to speak and write English at an acceptable level. For this program we recommend an IELTS Band 6.0 – Academic level or equivalent.