With Carolyn Pickles & Sue Dunderdale
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INTRODUCTION
Over 5 full days, train with two industry heavyweights leading from the
perspective of an Actor and then Director, as you unlock the skills required to
develop real and convincing characters that enable engaging and cinematic
performances. Through improvisation you will develop a scene to support your
work over the week as you progress through a journey of taking a performance
from theatre to screen, supported by a range of immersive techniques and
critical direction from the tutors.
This unique course is designed for drama school graduates, those in training,
and professional actors seeking to enhance their skills. Please note that this
course is not suitable for beginners.
MEET YOUR TUTORS
CAROLYN PICKLES
Actress
Carolyn Pickles is an English actress of stage and screen with a career spanning
over 40 years where she has led on award-winning British Drama including
Broadchurch, Vera in addition to films such as Harry Potter. Working with
Carolyn will give you the opportunity to tap into her experience and help
maximise your chances of securing that next acting role.
SUE DUNDERDALE
Director
Sue Dunderdale has an impressive background in the world of Theatre, Film and TV
Directing. Her commitment to fostering both new talent and working with BAFTA
award-winning actors underscores her versatility and dedication to the
craft. Having coached and directed acclaimed actors such as Helena Bonham Carter
and Clarke Peters, Sue has worked with BAFTA-winning performers, contributing
to their success on screen.
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The Art of Cinematic Performance
As the two tutors come together mid-week, Carolyn and Sue will allocate scenes
from screenplays for you to work on and film to self-critically view in the
pursuit of understanding the process as an actor. In the final two days, whilst
rehearsing the scenes, Sue will focus on the life within the character that
creates the tension/conflict in the scene. Discovering with you that it is
important to know the lines of the scene so well that they can become the least
part of the work. It is what lies beneath the lines that creates the quality of
the performance and makes for interest on camera.
Over the 5 Days you will learn the importance of sub-text, and how it supports
the written text. Through intricate analysis and breakdowns, life experience,
knowledge and exterior impacts will be explored to inject life into scenes and
enable real thoughts and emotions in a character. These techniques can be
applied in any role, big or small and enhance your capabilities in an actor when
asked to self-tape or audition, giving you a more dynamic skillset often looked
for by Casting Directors.
With a focus on screen, all footage filmed during the week will be available
after completion for your future development.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FEATURES
5 Day Intensive Practical courseSuitable if you are (17 yrs+) and a training
actor, drama school graduate or professional actorNot suitable for Beginners –
see our Crash Course Beginners and 1 Day Screen Acting WorkshopAttracts a varied
age range from 17 yrs+. International Students WelcomeThe course is taught in
English, so it is important that you have proficient English language
skillsSmall Class SizeHeld at Pinewood Studios
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learn the Differences from Stage to ScreenScript Analysis from an Actor and
Director PerspectiveStand Out on Screen and in AuditionsBring life to your
performance on Stage and ScreenLearn the ingredients of building a successful
acting career
COURSE LOCATION
Actors Studio, Pinewood Studios, Pinewood Road, Iver Heath, SL0 0NHFree parking
available on siteFree shuttle bus service from Uxbridge Tube Station, Slough and
Gerrards CrossCanteen and Coffee shops on SiteExcellent transport links from
London