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Acting For Camera Technique- Theory & Practice

ACTING FOR CAMERA TECHNIQUE- THEORY & PRACTICE-LEVEL 1 & 2 FULL COURSE


The following course is tailored to the individual and designed by professional acting coaches and directors with over 25 years worth of industry experience. Taught by qualified tutors who hold postgraduate higher degrees within this field of study and are members of the British Actor’s Union Equity. Complete beginners welcome.


• 200+ units
• Theory & Practical
• 10 assignments with tutor feedback
• 40 Instructional videos
• 30 acting exercises tailored to the student.
• Self-pacing
• Asynchronous learning


CONTENT


• Focus & Relaxation- Preparing to be natural & comfortable in front of the camera & crew.
• Acting For Film & TV- Practically exploring screen acting technique.
• Shooting thoughts- How an actor projects thoughts & emotion that are effectively captured by the camera.

• Acting for Camera- How to work in front of the lens, hit marks, use eyelines and create fresh performances every take.

• Behind the scenes- Study
• Scene Studies- Using pre-selected royalty free materials, exploring different scripts and characters.
 • How to develop, create & maintain a character.
 • How to work with subtext and reaction/action.

• Use of voice & accents- How voice can reveal & enhance character.
• Movement, exploring effective ways to move in character that translates well onscreen.

• Understanding framing, angles, continuity and the 4th wall- What the actor needs to know.

• Understanding scripts and script directions.

• Learning to work with direction.

• Considering different industry approaches- The Stanislavski System, Strasberg's Method Acting &   Meisner's Technique.

• Practically using Stanislavski's System, Strasberg's Method Acting & Meisner's Technique.

• Understanding project genres, narrative codes and how conflict and contrast are used within storytelling.

• Line learning & mnemonics

• Understanding improvisation and its practical application.

• Working with and accepting different types of direction.

• Introduction to film making vocabulary so that actors can confidently communicate with directors and crew.

• Professionalism, pressure and patience on set.

• Film and director studies including- Stanley Kubrick, Francis Ford Coppola, Martin Scorsese, Alfred Hitchcock and more.

• Developing and maintaining character.

• Understanding creative flow.

• Plus further core units.


Work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home, with your own acting coach. Ideal for students who need to build confidence and knowledge before working in a group setting or as an intense refresher to give you an acting edge. An efficient use of student’s time, getting up to speed with technique and practice.Tutors are able to give individuals far more specific attention with tailored exercises than they can in a group setting. Course is also ideal for students just wishing to explore the subject material and industry.


SELF-PACED LEARNING
Self-paced learning is ideal for students who cannot commit to attending a class or live training due to work patterns or changing commitments. Due to the nature of the subject material the pressure to be online and ready for video live training is also removed, optional video assignments are available depending upon a student's level of personal confidence and preference. Self-pacing allows students to access pre-recorded video materials at their leisure, whilst still having interactive options, monitoring and feedback with their tutor.


The course is ideal from 16 years, with no upper age limit.
Course taught in English - Open to international students.
Access to course content is 6 months from student’s start date approximate duration for students is 3 months part-time at a comfortable self pace.


£395.00 ( £299 before Dec 31st 2022- WINTER OFFER )
More Info

ACTING FOR CAMERA TECHNIQUE- THEORY & PRACTICE-LEVEL 1 & 2 FULL COURSE


The following course is tailored to the individual and designed by professional acting coaches and directors with over 25 years worth of industry experience. Taught by qualified tutors who hold postgraduate higher degrees within this field of study and are members of the British Actor’s Union Equity. Complete beginners welcome.


• 200+ units
• Theory & Practical
• 10 assignments with tutor feedback
• 40 Instructional videos
• 30 acting exercises tailored to the student.
• Self-pacing
• Asynchronous learning


CONTENT


• Focus & Relaxation- Preparing to be natural & comfortable in front of the camera & crew.
• Acting For Film & TV- Practically exploring screen acting technique.
• Shooting thoughts- How an actor projects thoughts & emotion that are effectively captured by the camera.

• Acting for Camera- How to work in front of the lens, hit marks, use eyelines and create fresh performances every take.

• Behind the scenes- Study
• Scene Studies- Using pre-selected royalty free materials, exploring different scripts and characters.
 • How to develop, create & maintain a character.
 • How to work with subtext and reaction/action.

• Use of voice & accents- How voice can reveal & enhance character.
• Movement, exploring effective ways to move in character that translates well onscreen.

• Understanding framing, angles, continuity and the 4th wall- What the actor needs to know.

• Understanding scripts and script directions.

• Learning to work with direction.

• Considering different industry approaches- The Stanislavski System, Strasberg's Method Acting &   Meisner's Technique.

• Practically using Stanislavski's System, Strasberg's Method Acting & Meisner's Technique.

• Understanding project genres, narrative codes and how conflict and contrast are used within storytelling.

• Line learning & mnemonics

• Understanding improvisation and its practical application.

• Working with and accepting different types of direction.

• Introduction to film making vocabulary so that actors can confidently communicate with directors and crew.

• Professionalism, pressure and patience on set.

• Film and director studies including- Stanley Kubrick, Francis Ford Coppola, Martin Scorsese, Alfred Hitchcock and more.

• Developing and maintaining character.

• Understanding creative flow.

• Plus further core units.


Work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home, with your own acting coach. Ideal for students who need to build confidence and knowledge before working in a group setting or as an intense refresher to give you an acting edge. An efficient use of student’s time, getting up to speed with technique and practice.Tutors are able to give individuals far more specific attention with tailored exercises than they can in a group setting. Course is also ideal for students just wishing to explore the subject material and industry.


SELF-PACED LEARNING
Self-paced learning is ideal for students who cannot commit to attending a class or live training due to work patterns or changing commitments. Due to the nature of the subject material the pressure to be online and ready for video live training is also removed, optional video assignments are available depending upon a student's level of personal confidence and preference. Self-pacing allows students to access pre-recorded video materials at their leisure, whilst still having interactive options, monitoring and feedback with their tutor.


The course is ideal from 16 years, with no upper age limit.
Course taught in English - Open to international students.
Access to course content is 6 months from student’s start date approximate duration for students is 3 months part-time at a comfortable self pace.


£395.00 ( £299 before Dec 31st 2022- WINTER OFFER )
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Self-Tape & Cold Reading Course

Short Course

SELF-TAPE & COLD READING COURSE- ACTING


Ideal for new actors who are complete beginners wanting to prepare for auditions or those who wish to improve and refresh their knowledge. This short course is designed to help performers of all levels to prepare, practice and enhance core skills associated with self-taping auditions and improving cold reading skills needed at script read throughs, auditions and early rehearsals.


The following course is tailored to the individual and designed by professional acting coaches and directors with over 25 years worth of industry experience.Taught by qualified tutors who hold postgraduate higher degrees within this field of study, are members of the British Actor’s Union Equity and remain connected to the industry.


Tutors offer the unique option for students to submit external self-tape video projects for professional feedback if required. Complete beginners welcome.


STRUCTURE-
• Dedicated acting coach.
• One to one coaching.
• Individual feedback.
• Taught by professionals.
• Self-paced-on demand. 
• 60+ Units.
• Interactive.
• Asynchronous learning.
• Short written assignments.
• Optional video assignments with feedback.
• Practical set acting exercises.
• Acting assignments with tutor feedback from experienced directors.
• Optional mock self-tape auditions. 
• Instructional videos.
• Reading materials.
• Script & scene study.
• Theory & practice.
• Student decides study schedule. 


CONTENT-
• Understanding self-tape expectations and casting call requirements.
• How to break down an audition script & sides.

• How to efficiently prepare.
• How to work effectively with submission deadlines.
• How to create self-tapes that stand out.
• Utilising technology and best equipment practices.
• How to act with audition scripts & sides.
• How to slate effectively.
• Understanding cold reading types and expectations.
• How to cold read successfully.
• How to self film and submit self-tapes.
• How to work with an assistant.
• Exploring royalty free script and scene studies.
• Mock self-tape auditions and optional video assignments with feedback from experienced directors.
• Short reflective written assignments.

• Unique option to submit external self-tape projects for tutor feedback

• Plus many more core units 

SHORT COURSE- This short course can be comfortably completed in a month with 60+ tutor monitored units. Requiring a study contribution of two hours per week to complete practical work, or at a student's convenience and pace whilst allowing ample time for tutor feedback. This short course must be completed within 3 months. 


SELF-PACED LEARNING-
Self-paced learning is ideal for students who cannot commit to attending a class or set live training due to work patterns or changing commitments. Due to the nature of the subject material the pressure to be online and ready for video live training is also removed, optional additional video assignments are available depending upon a student's level of personal confidence and preference. Self-pacing allows students to access pre-recorded video materials at their leisure, whilst still having interactive options, monitoring and feedback with their tutor.


Places are open to international students. The course is taught in English. The course can be commenced at anytime on demand. Access to short course content is 3 months from student's start date approximate duration for students is 1 month part-time at a comfortable self pace with a student setting their own schedule. 


Tutors welcome bookings from all acting students from the age of 16. There is no upper age limit.
Course taught in English - Open to international students.


( Course Code STCR060 )

£110 ( £89 before December 31st 2022- WINTER OFFER )

More Info

SELF-TAPE & COLD READING COURSE- ACTING


Ideal for new actors who are complete beginners wanting to prepare for auditions or those who wish to improve and refresh their knowledge. This short course is designed to help performers of all levels to prepare, practice and enhance core skills associated with self-taping auditions and improving cold reading skills needed at script read throughs, auditions and early rehearsals.


The following course is tailored to the individual and designed by professional acting coaches and directors with over 25 years worth of industry experience.Taught by qualified tutors who hold postgraduate higher degrees within this field of study, are members of the British Actor’s Union Equity and remain connected to the industry.


Tutors offer the unique option for students to submit external self-tape video projects for professional feedback if required. Complete beginners welcome.


STRUCTURE-
• Dedicated acting coach.
• One to one coaching.
• Individual feedback.
• Taught by professionals.
• Self-paced-on demand. 
• 60+ Units.
• Interactive.
• Asynchronous learning.
• Short written assignments.
• Optional video assignments with feedback.
• Practical set acting exercises.
• Acting assignments with tutor feedback from experienced directors.
• Optional mock self-tape auditions. 
• Instructional videos.
• Reading materials.
• Script & scene study.
• Theory & practice.
• Student decides study schedule. 


CONTENT-
• Understanding self-tape expectations and casting call requirements.
• How to break down an audition script & sides.

• How to efficiently prepare.
• How to work effectively with submission deadlines.
• How to create self-tapes that stand out.
• Utilising technology and best equipment practices.
• How to act with audition scripts & sides.
• How to slate effectively.
• Understanding cold reading types and expectations.
• How to cold read successfully.
• How to self film and submit self-tapes.
• How to work with an assistant.
• Exploring royalty free script and scene studies.
• Mock self-tape auditions and optional video assignments with feedback from experienced directors.
• Short reflective written assignments.

• Unique option to submit external self-tape projects for tutor feedback

• Plus many more core units 

SHORT COURSE- This short course can be comfortably completed in a month with 60+ tutor monitored units. Requiring a study contribution of two hours per week to complete practical work, or at a student's convenience and pace whilst allowing ample time for tutor feedback. This short course must be completed within 3 months. 


SELF-PACED LEARNING-
Self-paced learning is ideal for students who cannot commit to attending a class or set live training due to work patterns or changing commitments. Due to the nature of the subject material the pressure to be online and ready for video live training is also removed, optional additional video assignments are available depending upon a student's level of personal confidence and preference. Self-pacing allows students to access pre-recorded video materials at their leisure, whilst still having interactive options, monitoring and feedback with their tutor.


Places are open to international students. The course is taught in English. The course can be commenced at anytime on demand. Access to short course content is 3 months from student's start date approximate duration for students is 1 month part-time at a comfortable self pace with a student setting their own schedule. 


Tutors welcome bookings from all acting students from the age of 16. There is no upper age limit.
Course taught in English - Open to international students.


( Course Code STCR060 )

£110 ( £89 before December 31st 2022- WINTER OFFER )

More Info

Acting Technique ( Stage)- Theory & Practice

ACTING TECHNIQUE (STAGE)-THEORY & PRACTICE LEVEL 1 & 2 FULL COURSE
  
The following course is tailored to the individual and designed by professional acting coaches and directors with over 25 years worth of industry experience. Taught by qualified tutors who hold postgraduate higher degrees within this field of study and are members of the British Actor’s Union Equity. Complete beginners welcome.
 
• 150+ Units
• 10 Assignments with tutor feedback
• 20 Instructional videos

• 30 Acting exercises tailored to the actor

• Self-pacing
• Asynchronous learning


Work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home, with your own acting coach. Ideal for students who need to build confidence and knowledge before working in a group setting or as an intense refresher to give you an acting edge. An efficient use of student’s time, getting up to speed with technique and practice. The course can be commenced at anytime on demand. Tutors are able to give individuals far more specific attention with tailored exercises than they can in a group setting. Course is also ideal for students just wishing to explore the subject material and gain personal confidence.


SELF-PACED LEARNING
Self-paced learning is ideal for students who cannot commit to attending a class or set live training due to work patterns or changing commitments. Due to the nature of the subject material the pressure to be online and ready for video live training is also removed, optional additional video assignments are available depending upon a student's level of personal confidence and preference. Self-pacing allows students to access pre-recorded video materials at their leisure, whilst still having interactive options, monitoring and feedback with their tutor.
 
CONTENT 
 
• Stage confidence & craft
• Rehearsed and spontaneous Improvisation
• Voice, vocal work, pace, pitch, projection, accents
• Characterisation- where to start and techniques to use
• Stage positioning & areas
• 4th Wall
• Blocking
• Spatial awareness

• Audience awareness

• Understanding genre & performance styles

• Types of performance spaces, proxemics & levels
• Trust and professionalism
• Mnemonics & line learning skills

• Subtext, emotional memory

• Introduction to Stanislavski & Brecht

• Introduction to method acting

• Stanislavski's System, Meisner Technique, Adler, Strasberg's Method
• Handling Shakespeare
• Monologue prep, practice & delivery

• Scene work and script study

• Royalty free scripts and usage
• Plus many more core units
​
The course is ideal from 16 years, with no upper age limit.
Course taught in English - Open to international students.
Access to course content is 6 months from student’s start date approximate duration for students is 3 months part-time at a comfortable self pace.


( Course Code ATS0123  )

£395.00 ( £299 before Dec 31st 2022 WINTER OFFER )

More Info

ACTING TECHNIQUE (STAGE)-THEORY & PRACTICE LEVEL 1 & 2 FULL COURSE
  
The following course is tailored to the individual and designed by professional acting coaches and directors with over 25 years worth of industry experience. Taught by qualified tutors who hold postgraduate higher degrees within this field of study and are members of the British Actor’s Union Equity. Complete beginners welcome.
 
• 150+ Units
• 10 Assignments with tutor feedback
• 20 Instructional videos

• 30 Acting exercises tailored to the actor

• Self-pacing
• Asynchronous learning


Work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home, with your own acting coach. Ideal for students who need to build confidence and knowledge before working in a group setting or as an intense refresher to give you an acting edge. An efficient use of student’s time, getting up to speed with technique and practice. The course can be commenced at anytime on demand. Tutors are able to give individuals far more specific attention with tailored exercises than they can in a group setting. Course is also ideal for students just wishing to explore the subject material and gain personal confidence.


SELF-PACED LEARNING
Self-paced learning is ideal for students who cannot commit to attending a class or set live training due to work patterns or changing commitments. Due to the nature of the subject material the pressure to be online and ready for video live training is also removed, optional additional video assignments are available depending upon a student's level of personal confidence and preference. Self-pacing allows students to access pre-recorded video materials at their leisure, whilst still having interactive options, monitoring and feedback with their tutor.
 
CONTENT 
 
• Stage confidence & craft
• Rehearsed and spontaneous Improvisation
• Voice, vocal work, pace, pitch, projection, accents
• Characterisation- where to start and techniques to use
• Stage positioning & areas
• 4th Wall
• Blocking
• Spatial awareness

• Audience awareness

• Understanding genre & performance styles

• Types of performance spaces, proxemics & levels
• Trust and professionalism
• Mnemonics & line learning skills

• Subtext, emotional memory

• Introduction to Stanislavski & Brecht

• Introduction to method acting

• Stanislavski's System, Meisner Technique, Adler, Strasberg's Method
• Handling Shakespeare
• Monologue prep, practice & delivery

• Scene work and script study

• Royalty free scripts and usage
• Plus many more core units
​
The course is ideal from 16 years, with no upper age limit.
Course taught in English - Open to international students.
Access to course content is 6 months from student’s start date approximate duration for students is 3 months part-time at a comfortable self pace.


( Course Code ATS0123  )

£395.00 ( £299 before Dec 31st 2022 WINTER OFFER )

More Info

Casting & Career Course

CASTING & CAREER COURSE LEVEL 1 & 2 FULL COURSE


The following course is designed to give all would be actors, including total beginners a full introduction and understanding of the industry’s requirements, developing resources and skills required to consider launching and maintaining an acting career. Get the edge from the comfort of your own home.
 
This specialised course is tailored to the individual and designed by professional acting coaches and directors with over 25 years worth of industry experience comprising of 250+ learning units.Taught by qualified tutors who hold postgraduate higher degrees within this field of study and are members of the British Actor’s Union Equity.Tutors have a wealth of casting experience from their own professional work as directors and remain connected to the industry.
 
Designed to compliment any practical acting training a student may choose to undertake should they feel it is necessary, efficiently preparing a student for the industry and work applications. Course is also ideal for students just wishing to explore industry requirements and related subject material before choosing this career path.


Work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home, with your own acting coach using a step by step process. Ideal for students who need to build confidence and knowledge before making casting applications or as an intense career refresher, giving you an acting edge. An efficient use of student’s time, getting up to speed with industry expectations, knowledge and practice
 
• 250+ Units
• 20+ Interactive assignments

• 25 Instructional videos

• Acting exercises
• Designated one to one professional tutor
• Work at your own pace from the comfort of your own home
• Assignment feedback from tutors
• Self-pacing
• Asynchronous learning
​
Students can start the course at anytime on demand. Tutors are able to give individuals far more specific attention with tailored exercises than they can in a larger group setting.


CONTENT 


• Understanding the industry

• Practical skills

• Getting auditions

• How to find suitable acting work

• How to get an agent and find representation

• Audition prep, practice and delivery

• Self-tapes, recalls and screen tests

• Scene study and script exercises

• Creating showreels & demos

• Sight reading/ cold reading exercises & practice

• Script line learning and mnemonics

• Character work

• Monologue preparation and delivery

• Boosting experience & training

• Headshots, CV's & résumés

• Marketing & Branding

• Understanding improvisation and its practical application

• Royalty free scripts and usage

• Plus many more core units

SELF-PACED LEARNING-
Self-paced learning is ideal for students who cannot commit to attending a class or set live training due to work patterns or changing commitments. Due to the nature of the subject material the pressure to be online and ready for video live training is also removed, optional additional video assignments are available depending upon a student's level of personal confidence and preference. Self-pacing allows students to access pre-recorded video materials at their leisure, whilst still having interactive options, monitoring and feedback with their tutor.
 
The course is ideal from 16 years, with no upper age limit.
Course taught in English - Open to international students.
Access to course content is 6 months from student’s start date approximate duration for students is 3 months part-time at a comfortable self pace.

( Course Code CC0123 )

£525  (£349 before Dec 31st 2022 WINTER OFFER )
More Info

CASTING & CAREER COURSE LEVEL 1 & 2 FULL COURSE


The following course is designed to give all would be actors, including total beginners a full introduction and understanding of the industry’s requirements, developing resources and skills required to consider launching and maintaining an acting career. Get the edge from the comfort of your own home.
 
This specialised course is tailored to the individual and designed by professional acting coaches and directors with over 25 years worth of industry experience comprising of 250+ learning units.Taught by qualified tutors who hold postgraduate higher degrees within this field of study and are members of the British Actor’s Union Equity.Tutors have a wealth of casting experience from their own professional work as directors and remain connected to the industry.
 
Designed to compliment any practical acting training a student may choose to undertake should they feel it is necessary, efficiently preparing a student for the industry and work applications. Course is also ideal for students just wishing to explore industry requirements and related subject material before choosing this career path.


Work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home, with your own acting coach using a step by step process. Ideal for students who need to build confidence and knowledge before making casting applications or as an intense career refresher, giving you an acting edge. An efficient use of student’s time, getting up to speed with industry expectations, knowledge and practice
 
• 250+ Units
• 20+ Interactive assignments

• 25 Instructional videos

• Acting exercises
• Designated one to one professional tutor
• Work at your own pace from the comfort of your own home
• Assignment feedback from tutors
• Self-pacing
• Asynchronous learning
​
Students can start the course at anytime on demand. Tutors are able to give individuals far more specific attention with tailored exercises than they can in a larger group setting.


CONTENT 


• Understanding the industry

• Practical skills

• Getting auditions

• How to find suitable acting work

• How to get an agent and find representation

• Audition prep, practice and delivery

• Self-tapes, recalls and screen tests

• Scene study and script exercises

• Creating showreels & demos

• Sight reading/ cold reading exercises & practice

• Script line learning and mnemonics

• Character work

• Monologue preparation and delivery

• Boosting experience & training

• Headshots, CV's & résumés

• Marketing & Branding

• Understanding improvisation and its practical application

• Royalty free scripts and usage

• Plus many more core units

SELF-PACED LEARNING-
Self-paced learning is ideal for students who cannot commit to attending a class or set live training due to work patterns or changing commitments. Due to the nature of the subject material the pressure to be online and ready for video live training is also removed, optional additional video assignments are available depending upon a student's level of personal confidence and preference. Self-pacing allows students to access pre-recorded video materials at their leisure, whilst still having interactive options, monitoring and feedback with their tutor.
 
The course is ideal from 16 years, with no upper age limit.
Course taught in English - Open to international students.
Access to course content is 6 months from student’s start date approximate duration for students is 3 months part-time at a comfortable self pace.

( Course Code CC0123 )

£525  (£349 before Dec 31st 2022 WINTER OFFER )
More Info

Public Speaking Confidence

Short Course

PUBLIC SPEAKING CONFIDENCE-USING ACTOR'S TECHNIQUE & TRAINING


The following course is designed for students who need to build personal
confidence with public speaking and presentations in any field. The course explores actor's preparation, rehearsal and live performance techniques that can be utilised to improve and enhance the experience for the speaker and their audience. No previous acting or experience is necessary.


This specialist course is tailored to the individual and designed by professional acting coaches and directors with over 25 years worth of industry experience. Taught by qualified tutors who hold postgraduate higher degrees within this field of study and are members of the British Actor’s Union Equity. 


Tutors understand the specific needs of the public speaker having successfully coached numerous students, from those that have a fear of speaking publicly, through to students wishing to develop a more effective approach.

• 80+ units
• Theory & Practical
• Assignments with tutor feedback
• Instructional videos
• Exercises tailored to the student
• Self-pacing
• Asynchronous learning
• Short written assignments
• Practical set acting & presentation exercises
• Specific presentation prep at a student's request
• Optional mock presentations 


Work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home, with your own acting coach. Ideal for students who need to build confidence and knowledge before delivering a speech or presentation in front of a live audience. Students can elect to receive assistance with a specific real life presentation alongside tutor set presentation material and assignments. Course is also ideal for students just wishing to explore the subject material and gain personal confidence with public speaking.


CONTENT
• How to prepare for a presentation
• How to positively work with nerves
• How to stay focused and deal with distractions
• How to harness breathing
• How to hold and command an audience's attention
• How to motivate and inspire an audience
• How to speak clearly and with purpose
• How to work with a script & notes
• How to work without a script or written notes
• How to work with mnemonics and key words
• How to use improvisation to assist recovery
• How to work with presentation technology under pressure
• Plus further core units.


SELF-PACED LEARNING
Self-paced learning is ideal for students who cannot commit to attending a class or set live training due to work patterns or changing commitments. Due to the nature of the subject material the pressure to be online and ready for video live training is also removed, optional additional video assignments are available depending upon a student's level of personal confidence and preference. Self-pacing allows students to access pre-recorded video materials at their leisure, whilst still having interactive options, monitoring and feedback with their tutor.


The course is ideal from 16 years, with no upper age limit.
Course taught in English - Open to international students.
Access to course content is three months from student’s start date approximate duration for students is six week’s part-time at a comfortable self pace.

( Course Code PSC080  )

£199 ( £175 before Dec 31st 2022 WINTER OFFER )

More Info

PUBLIC SPEAKING CONFIDENCE-USING ACTOR'S TECHNIQUE & TRAINING


The following course is designed for students who need to build personal
confidence with public speaking and presentations in any field. The course explores actor's preparation, rehearsal and live performance techniques that can be utilised to improve and enhance the experience for the speaker and their audience. No previous acting or experience is necessary.


This specialist course is tailored to the individual and designed by professional acting coaches and directors with over 25 years worth of industry experience. Taught by qualified tutors who hold postgraduate higher degrees within this field of study and are members of the British Actor’s Union Equity. 


Tutors understand the specific needs of the public speaker having successfully coached numerous students, from those that have a fear of speaking publicly, through to students wishing to develop a more effective approach.

• 80+ units
• Theory & Practical
• Assignments with tutor feedback
• Instructional videos
• Exercises tailored to the student
• Self-pacing
• Asynchronous learning
• Short written assignments
• Practical set acting & presentation exercises
• Specific presentation prep at a student's request
• Optional mock presentations 


Work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home, with your own acting coach. Ideal for students who need to build confidence and knowledge before delivering a speech or presentation in front of a live audience. Students can elect to receive assistance with a specific real life presentation alongside tutor set presentation material and assignments. Course is also ideal for students just wishing to explore the subject material and gain personal confidence with public speaking.


CONTENT
• How to prepare for a presentation
• How to positively work with nerves
• How to stay focused and deal with distractions
• How to harness breathing
• How to hold and command an audience's attention
• How to motivate and inspire an audience
• How to speak clearly and with purpose
• How to work with a script & notes
• How to work without a script or written notes
• How to work with mnemonics and key words
• How to use improvisation to assist recovery
• How to work with presentation technology under pressure
• Plus further core units.


SELF-PACED LEARNING
Self-paced learning is ideal for students who cannot commit to attending a class or set live training due to work patterns or changing commitments. Due to the nature of the subject material the pressure to be online and ready for video live training is also removed, optional additional video assignments are available depending upon a student's level of personal confidence and preference. Self-pacing allows students to access pre-recorded video materials at their leisure, whilst still having interactive options, monitoring and feedback with their tutor.


The course is ideal from 16 years, with no upper age limit.
Course taught in English - Open to international students.
Access to course content is three months from student’s start date approximate duration for students is six week’s part-time at a comfortable self pace.

( Course Code PSC080  )

£199 ( £175 before Dec 31st 2022 WINTER OFFER )

More Info