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Actors who have been in the industry for a while have so much potential to create their own work. But often they don’t. Partly because this can feel confronting as much of our work comes through our reps and we are hesitant to take action ourselves, which leads to missing a ton of opportunities.

In this 1 hour class, Kym breaks down ten strategies you can use to leverage your existing credits and relationships to find your own work – whether you’ve been around for a while but haven’t quite cracked the big gigs, or if you are a successful actor with a ton of credits and rep you absolutely adore.

A vibrant, fun and interactive session to help cultivate a happier sense of self that will feed your success. Join Joyologist Donna Easton in this interactive workshop as she takes you through the 6-steps of the ‘E.L.A.T.E.D. System for Happiness’ where you will discover the tools to elevate your energy, mind and vibe to build resilience, heighten your probability of success and live happier. Discover how prioritising joy really does change your life!

During our seminar, the Take One Team will guide you through the essential aspects of working on camera and what to expect on a Film and TV set, giving you a taste of their incredibly popular ‘Acting for Screen’ classes.

We’ll delve into the technical aspects of on-camera work, helping you to understand better how to deliver compelling performances that resonate with audiences.

We’ll also discuss the practicalities of working on a film and TV set, and cover on-set lingo and terminology to ensure you feel confident and prepared when stepping onto a set. There will be lots of opportunity for questions throughout about all things acting for screen.

The industry is evolving, and the world of video games has become a lucrative and exciting area for actors to be involved with! Jessica’s experience covers video games, animation, new media, VFX and SFX. She will be giving her advice on how actors can get started in this area of the industry!

A Film & TV sets can be a busy environment and for many actors new to screen. Everything you’ve learnt becomes a blur as you’re surrounded by the chaos that proceeds a take making it hard to focus and deliver your best, often resulting in what you thought was your best take not making the cut. In this seminar Director & 1st AD Nathan Caselton and Director & Producer Tim Kent will discuss the life of an actor on set and provide genuine insight into maintaining focus, emotion and technical ability to ensure you’re showcasing your employability skills with every job and your performance isn’t left on the cutting room floor.

Key Topics:

– Your First Steps On Set

– The relationship of a Director and 1st AD with Cast

– What to do between takes

– Questions you should ask every Director

– Common mistakes made by new screen actors

– How to make a career on screen

– Q&A

Ever thought Cannes film festival is beyond your reach as an emerging actor ? Attended Cannes and felt absolutely lost ? Wondered how directors, producers and agents seem so busy in pre-booked meetings while at the festival? Here’s your chance to learn how it’s possible to get into Cannes 2024, book 1:1 meetings with the buyers of your talent and create a festival strategy that actually gets you results.

Join me in this 30 minute talk about the actors I’ve coached who have uplevelled their film career by booking meetings with their first, second and third agents, met Netflix producers 1:1, received scripts from talented screenwriters, acquired auditions after the festival, and met directors in alignment with their strongest types. It is possible to achieve this without even being in a programmed film.

Join me while I pull away the curtain about one of the most prestigious festivals and reveal the facts behind the myths that are getting in your way.

A seminar to sharpen your skills when auditioning specifically for theatre. Support, and guidance in cold reading, character choices and audition room confidence. A great opportunity to hear direct from one the UK’s most prolific Casting Directors on her biggest advice for theatre auditions.

Explore the intricacies of the theatrical world in this seminar, covering the diverse roles and challenges involved in bringing a production to life. From actors to stage managers, gain insights into the collaborative efforts that make the magic happen on stage, and discover the unique dynamics of working in the captivating realm of theatre.

Unlock the secrets to auditioning for screen with Emmy-award nominated Casting Director, Priscilla John. Gain insights into script analysis, character development, and on-camera techniques.

A unique insight into the casting process at Cameron Mackintosh straight from the Head Of Casting.

During the audition, it’s important to be prepared, follow directions, and bring your unique perspective to the role. Remember, casting decisions are not solely based on talent but also factors like physical appearance, marketability, and the overall chemistry with other actors or the brand. It’s essential to approach auditions with a positive attitude, knowing that casting choices can be subjective and influenced by various factors beyond your control.

Ultimately, the Casting Director’s goal is to find the best performer for the commercial, while the performer’s aim is to showcase their skills and potentially secure the role. Understanding the roles and responsibilities of each party can help navigate the commercial casting process with confidence.

Would you like to create your own solo show? How about building a business from your talent?
With your first solo show you can develop your skills faster, showcase your skills to the industry and establish your name as “one to watch.”

BUT…What are the biggest limiting beliefs that can stop actors / writer performers creating their own work?

In this session you will learn:
How lots of performers feel about doing their first solo show, you’re not alone and how to push through the doubt.
The benefits of doing a solo show for how you feel about yourself and your identity as a performer.
The importance of being in Brave Creative Flow.
Why do a solo show now?
The best advice I’ve ever received about being a successful performer and how I put it into action.
Learn about the importance of mindset for your career as a performer and being in creation mode.
How to overcome the biggest limiting beliefs that can stop actors / writer performers creating their own work.
Katie offers a course to cover every aspect of Show Creation: Preparing, Writing, Partnering, Performing, Producing
and Evaluating called The Solo Show Treasure Hunt.
Instagram: @soloshowtreasurehunt

Dive into an interactive exploration of how AI tools can solve common acting challenges, ignite your creativity, and open doors to new opportunities. Break free from creative blocks and expand your horizons as we unveil the synergistic potential of actors and AI. This workshop isn’t just about adapting to the future—it’s about shaping it. Sign up now to be at the forefront of this exciting, innovative fusion of art and technology!

With years of experience watching actors move from first round auditions, to call backs Rachel will be discussing her advice on you can “win” the room with small, but mighty techniques and tricks!

Discover everything actors need to know about agents – how to find one, what they do, and how to work with them effectively to help you succeed in your career – in this empowering and informative seminar, led by an industry professional with decades of experience.

If you’re currently seeking an agent, discover how to research and contact them, and what they’re looking for in their clients. And if you already have one, learn how to manage and get the most out of this crucial relationship.

Explore proven strategies to succeed and get ahead in your acting career from the point of view of an actor (Charlie!) and an agent (Ben!) Guidance and tactics on how to push your acting career forward regardless of where you live or how much experience/training you have had.

Learn what you need to break through in your acting career. Gain the tools required for a strong start in Hollywood, learn the ins and outs of finding representation, getting to the next level and nailing your auditions.

Hollywood Director and Acting Coach, Michelle Danner, shares her years of experience in front of and behind the camera.

Michelle teaches The Golden Box Technique all around the world and helps actors create an individual toolbox that draws upon Meisner, Stella Adler, Stanislaski and Uta Hagen acting techniques.

Whether you’re looking to be cast in the American market, or in the next BBC period piece – it’s a fact of the biz that you will need to be able to do accents. Come to this workshop for some tips and tricks on tackling any accent with ease & finesse.

Tried and trusted techniques, strategies, and approaches for getting your first jobs in the independent film sector. How to build trust, how to solve the casting problem for them, how to network, market yourself, and become an asset to any film production so that they want to employ you again and again and again.

Explore the perspective of the industry with a distinguished panel of agents and casting directors. MIxing Networks provide this exclusive event which offers a professional platform to absorb valuable insights, including personal experiences, expert advice, and constructive feedback. Unlock essential industry insights at the must-attend seminar at the exhibition.

Are you ready to make the move to Los Angeles? As a working actor, there are lots of things you need to consider when moving to an unfamiliar city. Where do you live? How do you build contacts, find the right coaches, get an agent? And how can you make sure that once you get there, you’ll have the support system and resources necessary to succeed? At The Hollywood Initiative, we help actors make the transition from abroad—and we want to help YOU too.

This seminar will answer your questions in a friendly and informative environment, so that by the end of the day, you’ll have a plan for understanding the transition from home to abroad. We’re excited to announce our next seminar, “Moving your acting career to Hollywood.” This seminar will be hosted by award-winning actress, writer, producer, talent agent and CEO of The Hollywood Initiative Nancy Rizk. In this event, Nancy will talk about what no one tells you about working as an actor in Los Angeles on your O1 visa.

As a talent agent Nancy will also cover ways to help your agent and be the best client moving forward. The Hollywood Initiative supports actors making this transition by offering them a 10-day intensive program in Los Angeles, that helps them prepare for success in L.A. Nancy will be sharing her insights on what no one tells you about working in L.A. as an international actor & what to expect during the 10-day intensive.

In this seminar Joel and Lucy will take you through the process of preparing and presenting yourself in a way that maximises your potential. Through a collection of tips and insights, you will learn how to make the most of your moment!

Unlock the secrets to UGC (User Generated Content) to advancing your acting career, and funding your lifestyle at the same time! Learn effective strategies for self-promotion, building compelling online presence, and leveraging TikTok’s unique features to showcase your talent. Join us for a dynamic session that combines the art of acting with the power of social media!

Casting Directors are on actor’s side – they are always wanting to find fresh faces and get them seen by directors to book work. Daniel will be discussing how this process works, what he’s looking for and how you can increase your visibility! From social media, to Spotlight profiles, first auditions, and meetings – Daniel will be shining a light on how to get yourself, or your child seen!

Elevate your self-tape auditions to the next level with our ‘Self Tape Success’ seminar! Learn the essential techniques for lighting, framing, and acting on camera. Get insider tips on self-tape best practices from industry professionals. Perfect your self-tape submissions and increase your chances of landing the role you desire.

This seminar will deliver simple strategies to solve the actor’s biggest problem: getting known and getting seen. Charlotte will combine insight from her own journey to the West End, her five years as an agent plus her expertise in PR to help give you the edge, and the courage to stand out.

You will learn:

The key industry insight that should dictate your strategy and approach
What casting directors want – solve their pain to be more castable
What agents want and how to use this to gain representation
What is marketing, how do we do it and the importance of brand
How to clarify your brand and where and how to demonstrate this brand effectively
The importance of, and how to build, leverage (aka Box Office draw)
Standing out – how to be bold, audacious and to stand out from the crowd

Position yourself as CEO of your acting career with an action plan from Emmy-nominated casting director Wendy S. Kurtzman that will empower and equip you to achieve your goals.

Audere Talent Management will be discussing your profile, headshots, showreel, voicereel and general marketing package to give you tips and advice on how to maximise your chances of being seen, as well as industry insights that will help you to gain more auditions.

About The Audere Academy:

The Audere Academy launched in 2020 to bridge the gap between finishing formal training and actually working in the acting industry. Also to give opportunity to those that maybe can’t afford formal training or for whatever reason, can’t commit to it but still want to keep a hand in. We offer workshops, classes and 1-1 coaching on all aspects of being a working actor in today’s industry. Our coaches and tutors have years of experience in the industry and a wealth of knowledge on all aspects of the business of acting.

This workshop will focus on the world renown Acting Technique developed by Sanford Meisner at The Neighborhood Playhouse. Professional actors universally agree with Sanford Meisner’s definition of acting as “Living truthfully under imaginary circumstances.” Students will be guided through the exercises designed to ignite one’s acting instincts and talent.

A step-by-step guide to auditioning in person, and via self-tape, for major projects by double Emmy-award winning Casting Director Suzanne Smith. Tips & advice to let your acting skills be the focus of the audition, giving you the confidence and knowledge needed to submit tapes, or audition in person for your next project.

Guy will be covering:

Why should actors create
How to start the process of creation
Where to find and how to collaborate with other filmmakers
Why you should NOT make a short film and what’s the alternative
Funding your creative project
The process of marketing and branding your project

Tired of awkward networking events that feel more like root canals?

Join our explosive seminar and become a Networking Dynamo!

Crush the Awkwardness
Learn to build deep, genuine connections without the creepy vibes. No more feeling like a stalker… Or a wallflower!

Confidence That Attracts
Develop the rock-solid mindset to strut into any room (or Zoom room!), exuding magnetic confidence that draws in your ideal collaborators.

Conversation Wizardry
Discover effortless techniques to keep the conversation flowing, ensuring your connections don’t fizzle out like a damp firework.

Gratitude Magic
Uncover the hidden strength of gratitude so you can transform a simple “thank you” into your ultimate networking asset.

Database Dominance
Say goodbye to leaving money on the table! Master the art of an effective database without getting overwhelmed by the tech.

Get ready to network like a pro, say goodbye to cringe-worthy moments, and start building authentic connections that propel your success!

Join us in this transformational seminar, where networking becomes an art, a system, and a source of inspiration…. your ticket to a day of industry connections and an everlasting boost of confidence.

Gain insights into character interpretation, script analysis, and the art of nailing TV series auditions. Discover what casting directors are really looking for, and how to showcase your unique talent effectively. This seminar is your passport to a deeper understanding of the TV series casting process, helping you land those coveted roles and excel in the competitive world of television acting.

Kimberly is thrilled to be presenting to actors for the first time, new depth and layering Jentzen Technique tools that will hook your audience, boost callbacks, and enhance your overall grasp on characters. These lessons are revolutionary from Kimberly’s soon to be released 2nd edition of Acting with Impact. Kimberly’s coaching has been known to re-ignite passion; and get you out of your head so you can enjoy the freedom of living into the actor you’ve always wanted to be.

She’ll also cover how to effectively shoot your self-tapes, and how to improve your chance by making an impact and positive impression that books. If you want to be inspired, come to Kimberly’s seminar and learn how to create momentum in your career!