PLEASE NOTE: This workshop has been CANCELLED.

"Know your lines, hit your mark and don't bump into the furniture.”
-Spencer Tracey

Well, that’s one way of looking at it. But not every actor works the same.

This two evening course is designed for emerging directors to help them develop their directorial communication skills with actors. The first evening is to discuss actor issues, methods and how to be more sensitive to the actors needs while still trying to “make their day.” Later, the directors will experience what actors go through in the audition process by auditioning themselves in front of the camera.

The second class, you will apply your directing skills utilizing professional actors, under the guidance of the facilitator, and directing them in scenes from established films. Afterwards, you will receive feedback from both the actors and facilitator.

Take the time, in this relaxed atmosphere, to learn about the different acting techniques you'll come across with actors - if any at all! Discuss the various issues that may arise including actors making the transition from stage to film, to the actor who has never set foot on a set before, to the professional who's been around the block a few times. The purpose of this course is to help improve the directors understanding of the actors process and the best way to communicate with them in order to get the best results for your film. Yes, time is money, but good acting can make all the difference in making a good film great!

DIRECTORS WORKING WITH ACTORS
This workshop has been CANCELLED

REGISTRATION: Please contact Leanne at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 604.685.3841.

Instructor: STEPHEN ADAMS has been an actor/writer/producer and director in Canada for over 25 years. He recently produced the feature film The Baby Formula and has written, produced and directed plays and several short films. Adams is president of Dreamstate Productions, past President of ACTRA B.C. and a former Board member of the British Columbia Motion Picture Association and at MAIN FILM, an indie co-op in Montreal. He recently sat on the board of directors at LIFT, an independent filmmaker's co-op in Toronto. See more about Adams here: http://www.dreamstateproductions.ca and http://www.steveadams.tv