AGES: 10 - 12
LEVEL: 2
DATE: FEB 18 - MAY 12, 2012
TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
INSTRUCTOR: TBD
TUITION: 725.00 + HST ACTRA MEMBERS 1O% DISCOUNT
Course Description: This is a level two on camera training class. Ideal for
actors with base theoretical and practical experience in film + television.
Actors who have secured professional work on screen including independent
productions, actor, and small principal roles in recognized episodic and
feature films will be considered for enrollment.
Class Focus: First six weeks: on camera audition technique + mid-term
evaluation. Last 6 weeks: on camera partnered scene study, end of term
evaluation with a 13th week showcase and industry adjudication with School
Director Dean Armstrong.
Class Content (includes): Text analysis, character development, relationship + environment
study, on camera audition and on set technique + preparation, the call back
with one redirect, the working call back, the table read, creating the illusion
of spontaneity + immediacy in scripted work, defining and structuring the frame
and defining industry competitiveness.
3 AUDITION SCENES + 1 PARTNERED SCENE.
Class Agenda: On camera tool acquisition, isolating individual strengths +
weaknesses, defining how to translate work effectively + competitively on
screen.
All classes at AAS are documented on
DVD for in class review. The camera rolls as instructor notes are
documented for continued at home learning, understanding and development.
Requirements: Previous theoretical and practical experience. Headshot and
resume.
Please Note: AAS instructors actively
work in the film and television industry and as such may develop conflicts
preventing them from fulfilling their teaching obligations. In the event a
conflict arises, a suitable instructor with equal experience will be brought
in.
