Introduction to Acting for Film

Course Overview

This is a great taster course for those who are new to acting as well as those with some theatre experience looking to brush up on their skills in front of the camera. You will take part in short filmed scenes and will receive feedback to help make your performance in front of the camera as relaxed and natural as possible. You will be taught by a professional acting coach who will introduce you to the basic differences between acting for screen and acting on stage while giving you an insight into what goes on behind the camera.

Learning Objectives

• To have an understanding of subtext
• To be able to analyse film scripts
• To grasp rehearsal and blocking techniques
• To have an understanding of how actors are cast in the film and TV industry
• To gain experience in acting in short filmed scenes