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Please note that Act One can not announce workshop scheduling until all 2009-10 Fall Term classes are finalized and closed for the term. This will occur by October 15th . Scheduling will be posted shortly after that. For immediate information, please contact the school directly.
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| About
our Workshops |
In addition to our full year and term course programs, Act One often offers a Workshop Series for those interested in theatre but who can not commit to a long-term class schedule or who have interest in specialized theatrical topics. This program features workshops in a wide range of subjects from acting and film to finding an agent and to helping one prepare for that next audition or entry to university or college theatre programs. These workshops are all 3-hours in length and range from one to three classes duration, depending on the subject. Many are repeated at least once over the course of a year, so if the first schedule slot doesn't work, hopefully another will be more convenient. |
Whether you are a novice thespian interested in learning what theatre is all about or a more seasoned actor looking for additional tips and techniques to further your craft, Act One will likely have something for you. Our instructors bring with them, years of experience in theatre, film and teaching. They are intrested not only in sharing this knowledge with you but |
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also ensuring that you understand the techniques and means to employ it effectively - all in a fun, supportive and challenging learning atmosphere.
Workshops can be taken individually, or you can pick and choose those that appeal to you. You can take them all in one term or spread them over the full year. The Workshop Series has been designed to make it as convenient as possible for attendees to find a combination that fits their schedule, rather than have to fit their plans to the course schedule.These workshops also change year to year and new ones can be added mid-year, so please check back to this site or contact the school for more up-to-date information. |
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Workshop Descriptions
and Details
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| Audition
Technique & Monologue Development |
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Workshop Description:
Auditioning
for a role in front of a director or a panel can appear intimidating
and the task of properly selecting and memorizing a monologue daunting.
This three-evening workshop focuses on helping attendees understand
the audition process, develop and enhance the skills, techniques and
materials they will need to approach an audition both effectively and
with confidence. This workshop is designed to offer novice and experienced
actors alike, valuable tips, techniques and information that can be
used repeatedly to help ensure any actor will present themselves in
the best possible way and highlight their capabilities during the actual
audition.
Attendees will be assisted with selecting appropriate monologues if
they do not already have preferred pieces. They will learn the differences
between comedic and dramatic monologues and audition requirements. Techniques
for understanding monologue text, character development and formal presentation
will be demonstrated. Attendees will also receive advice on how to approach
cold reading from audition scripts.
Attendees will be given hands-on opportunities during the first two
evenings, with the opportunity during the third evening to present,
practise and receive feedback on their new abilities in mock audition
scenarios in a fun, supportive and interactive environment.
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Workshop Info |
Duration: 3 Evenings |
Day One: |
TBA |
Workshop Time: TBA |
Day Two: |
TBA |
Instructor: Andy Pandoff |
Day Three: |
TBA |
| Workshop Fee: $130.50 + 5% GST |
Age Range: |
18+ |
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| Finding
An Agent (For Adults and Children) |
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Workshop Description:
Whether
one is looking to pursue a serious acting career or just looking for
a way to obtain the occaisional commercial, if the actor is an adult
or a child, it can seem a confusing and imposing task to find the proper
and effective representation that is the first step to opening the doors
to film (and some stage) work.
This one evening workshop focuses on helping the prospective actor and/or
the parents of child actors understand the proper relationship between
the agent and the actor/client. Attendees will learn what they have
the right to and should expect from an agent and equally important,
what an agent will expect and require from them. Participants will br
provided with detailed reference information and materials, as well
as obtaining a "checklist" of questions and pointers to ensure
they understand the industry realities and are positioned to seek the
right agent for their needs. Ample time will be provided for detailed
Q & A to ensure individual participant questions are answered.
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Workshop Info |
Duration: 1 Evening |
Day One: |
TBA |
Workshop Time: TBA |
Day Two: |
N/A |
Instructor: Andy Pandoff |
Day Three: |
N/A |
| Workshop Fee: $45.00 + 5% GST |
Age Range: |
All |
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| From
Text To Reality: Scene Study Exploration |
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Workshop Description:
Successfully
translating ninety or more pages of a playwright's text into a live
performance that is both rewarding for the actor and interesting and
entertaining for the audience is an actor's single biggest goal. This
three-evening workshop will provide both first time and more-experienced
performers with a solid framework and fresh perspectives on "tackling
the text".
Focus is on explaining and demonstrating character dynamics within a
scene, including techniques on how to interpret the script to glean
clues and information about a character's personality, relationships,
thoughts, desires and motivations, among other things. The process by
which these pieces are combined and employed by the actor to present
the play and communicate the playwright's intent is also highlighted.
The workshop is structured to allow participants ample "hand-on"
practise and experience with the concepts presented in an interactive,
supportive group environment. It culminates on the third class with
all attendees having the opportunity to fully present a scene they have
been working on.
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Workshop Info |
Duration: 3 Evenings |
Day One: |
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Workshop Time: TBA |
Day Two: |
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Instructor: Andy Pandoff |
Day Three: |
TBA |
| Workshop Fee: $130.50 + 5% GST |
Age Range: |
18+ |
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| Lights,
Camera, Action: Introduction to Acting on Camera |
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Workshop Description:
Film
and Television have become an important communication and entertainment
component of modern society. With it's evolution has also come some
very different and unique requirements for actors as opposed to performing
"live" on stage. This three-evening workshop will provide
actors, both new and with limited on camera experience with an effective
foundation to allow them to confidently take the next steps in fim and
television acting.
Students will learn exercises and techniques for understanding how acting
skills translate into the film medium. They will explore the differences
between "on Stage" and "On Camera" and well as learn
the basic differences between acting for film, television and commercials.
The audition process for film and commercial work and what this means
to the participants will also be reviewed.
Hands-on opportunities with scenes and text work will allow the students
to experience and review their actual performance on camera with input
and feedback from the instructor.
Please note there may be a small materials fee (ie. $5-10) for this
workshop for items the participants may take away with them at the conclusion.
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Workshop Info |
Duration: 3 Evenings |
Day One: |
TBA |
Workshop Time: TBA |
Day Two: |
TBA |
Instructor: Andy Pandoff |
Day Three: |
TBA |
| Workshop Fee: $130.50 + 5% GST |
Age Range: |
18+ |
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| Auditioning
For College & University Theatre Schools |
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Workshop Description:
The
reputatation and popularity of many of Canada's Univeristy and College Theatre
and Music Theatre programs is growing.
Being accepted for enrollment is becoming increasingly challenging.
Sheridan College's Theatre program alone receives over a 1,000 applications
a year for less than 100 spots. While academics play a significant role
in one's post-secondary career, unique to this chosen path is that most
theatre programs require prospective students to audition for acceptance.
This audition process factors very heavily in any decision for acceptance
and students can significantly increase their odds the more prepared
they are.
Presented by instructors intimately familiar and experienced with the
entrance audition process, this workshop will provide high school students
and mature students alike with clear, advanced understanding of the
skills they will need to present themselves in the most effective manner.
Attention is also paid to highlightling the common pitfalls and mistakes
that auditionees should avoid. The various formats of admissions interviews,
audition processes and monologue/performance requirements will be explained.
During the second evening of the workshop, all participants will have
the opportunity to experience a recreation of an acceptance audition
and receive feedback from the instructor. By the end of the workshop,
students should leave with a clear road map on how they can go about
acquiring any missing pieces they will need when they do eventually
apply for admission.
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Workshop Info |
Duration: 2 Evenings |
Day One: |
TBA |
Workshop Time: TBA |
Day Two: |
TBA |
Instructor: TBA |
Day Three: |
NA |
| Workshop Fee: $88.50 + 5% GST |
Age Range: |
16+ |
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| Just
For Laughs: Acting For Comedy |
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Workshop Description:
There
is a saying that "the art of comedy is a serious matter".
In theatre, there are many forms of comedy and humour. Too often actors
misapply their efforts or fail to realize the full comic potential within
both themselves and the script. Understanding when to apply each comedic
form and what techniques and approaches work best with it will help
all actors find the right balance between staying true to the play and
delivering maximum entertainment to their audience.
This three-evening workshop will allow participants the opportunity
to discover many of the "tricks of the trade" in comedic acting.
Students will learn the differences between acting in dramas and comedies,
as well as between farce, general comedy and more serious/dramatic comedies.
Working under the guideance of the instructor, acting theory is combined
with actual scene work by the participants to help them understand what
is required to bring the humour of any playwright to life in the most
realistic and effective manner possible.
By the end of the workshop, participants will have the knowledge to
understand the comedic styles and requirements of most contemporary
plays, as well as possess a "toolbox" of techniques they can
apply to find the humour in any character and situation.
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Workshop Info |
Duration: 3 Evenings |
Day One: |
TBA |
Workshop Time: TBA |
Day Two: |
TBA |
Instructor: Mike Woodbridge |
Day Three: |
TBA |
| Workshop Fee: $130.50 + 5% GST |
Age Range: |
18+ |
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| Workshop
Fee Info |
Note: Please add 5% GST to all listed fees |
3hrs/Evening |
1-Evening |
2-Evenings |
3-Evenings |
| 1st Workshop |
$45.00 |
$88.50 |
$130.50 |
| 2nd Workshop (5% off) |
$42.75 |
$84.00 |
$124.00 |
| 3rd & 4th Workshop (10% off) |
$40.50 |
$79.65 |
$117.45 |
| 5+ Workshops (15% off) |
$38.25 |
$75.25 |
$110.90 |
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Fee
Special Notes:
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All
fees listed above are exlusive of GST. Please add 5% to all fee payments.
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Payment must be
received at least 48hrs before workshop date to reserve space unless
special arrangements are made with Act One.
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Discounts for
multiple workshops apply to the additional workshops not the initial
ones. Example: If you register for two 1-Evening workshops, the first
would be $45.00 and
the second would be $42.75. If you then register for a third and fourth
1-Evening workshop, they would both be $40.50/each. Prices quoted do
not include GST.
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Refunds
will only be issued if the workshop is cancelled directly by Act One.
Refunds will not be given for missed workshop classes. In special circumstances,
fees paid may be applied as credit towards another scheduled workshop
or Act One class.
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A
$10 charge will be applied to all NSF cheques.
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In
the event of bad weather or class cancellation, a voice message will
be left on the school's answering machine.
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