UPCOMING AUDITION

Many actors contact me wanting direction with a specific scene for a self-tape or audition piece. This gives us a chance to dig a little deeper into the material. Throughout the session we can try different interpretations and shine a light on elements you may have not yet discovered. The key here is for you to perform your best work. The director and casting team should see nothing other than the fully realised three-dimensional character right in the truth of the moment.

AUDITION TECHNIQUE

An opportunity to work together on a scene for an upcoming audition; think about audition preparation; run ‘mock auditions’ with scene work; learn how to take direction in an audition; discuss how to enhance your performance including appropriate look/dress and tackle any concerns about learning lines or making mistakes. 

SELF-TAPE

Here we may want to explore the key elements that make up a successful self-tape by using practise scenes to help form the basis of our discovery. Areas to also think about may include where to focus your eye-line; lighting/background; dress/look. 

ACTING FOR CAMERA

This will be an opportunity to explore scene work; taking direction; techniques on how to enhance your performance for screen acting; tips on line learning; how to maintain the energy required for long shooting days; how to navigate around a crew; ways of establishing productive relationships with your director and other ideas to help you deliver your best performance. 

STAGE ACTING

Here we may want to focus on scenes; taking direction; understanding the rehearsal process; how to tailor your performance for a live audience; the stamina required for theatre acting; talk through the creatives you will encounter; the differences between screen and stage acting and offer suggestions to help you stay true to your character. 

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT

We’ll discuss your personal process and allow thought for other ideas or techniques that you might wish to utilise. The aim of this area of study is to help bring a sense of depth and authenticity to a character and ground your overall performance. 

SCRIPT BREAKDOWN

This is a chance to navigate your way through a script. We will cover stage direction; understanding beats; connecting the stage directions/beats to your character’s journey; the importance of the story arc in relation to your character and how to bring the text to life. 

COSTUME AND MAKE-UP

Costume and make-up are invaluable aspects of creating a character for both stage and screen. Some things that we can consider are making wise choices for an audition; thinking about how your performance changes when in costume/make-up; how to work with a costume/make-up team; the differences between screen and stage costume/make-up and ultimately how to use these elements to enhance your overall performance. 

PROPS AND CONTINUITY

Mastering the use of props and understanding continuity are key elements to becoming a professional actor. Learn the disciplines involved with prop work; how to take responsibility when using props to avoid continuity errors; practise scenes using props to develop your character further. 

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Here’s just a taste of what you’ll be learning: We will focus on your day to day habits and the energy you bring to the entire process. How you engage your body and mindset each day are key factors when it comes to your confidence. You will learn how to increase your strength and discipline by tapping into your bodies natural resources. I will teach you how to reshape yourself; prime your body and focus your attitude for maximum vitality and peak performance.