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On-Camera Acting Techniques
A great opportunity for new through advanced students
to explore the fundamentals of script analysis and camera
technique. You’ll learn to make stronger, more
imaginative, more colorful choices as an actor. We’ll deal
with nerves and let go of inhibitions while we experience
the thrill of acting for the camera. |
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On-Camera Acting Techniques Advanced
(3½ week campers only)
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Filmed as part of on-camera technique classes |
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| Shooting the same scene from several different angles,
delivering the best performance on someone else's close
up, even which hand to drink your soda out of in relation
to the position of the camera–these
are all specifics TV and movie actors should know. |
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Commercial Workshops
Together we will clearly define who you are as a
commercial product. Experience a "real commercial
audition" environment, learn Product Handling, and make
strong connections with the camera. You’ll tackle intense
commercial script work on your own and with a scene
partners. We cover everything there is to know about
working in the world of commercial acting. |
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The
Sitcom Workshop
(2 and 3½ week campers
only)
Gain an understanding of the "type casting"
situation in the world of sitcoms. What comic type are
you? We will cover topics such as slating, preparation,
character work, improvisation, and ad-libbing. In this
on-camera course you work with the actual scripts used for
sitcom auditions. You learn how to analyze these scripts
in ways that lead to strong, memorable acting choices. |
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Audition Technique for Film and TV
Auditioning is an art in itself. It is the few moments
when the quality of your performance determines getting
the job or not. We’ll practice uncovering, examining, and
personalizing audition material. Past campers that are now
working in the film industry will visit for valuable
discussions on real life audition experiences. |
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The
Film & Television industry: Who's Who in the Business
Casting director, manager, agent, director, producer…This
class will help you understand all the roles of these
important players and how they relate to you, the actor.
This is also apart of our career assessment series where
we discover other possible career paths and what it takes
to attain their job. |
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The
Business Side of a Film Actor
Learn about the successful tools of the
trade...headshots, resumes, cover letters, how to put
together a demo reel and more. We’ll cover how to be
proactive in your own community, in your current film
market or when Hollywood filmmakers make a movie in your
town. You’ll learn how to be your own agent until you get
one.
We will complete a headshot session and a resume that will
be ready for industry submission. |
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College and Actors
Conservatory tours |
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This is an invaluable opportunity to
make a short visit to some of the most prestigious
training centers for the future High School graduate. Some
of the places we may visit are UCLA, USC, American Academy
of Dramatic Art, Stella Adler Academy of Acting and many
more. |
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