ACTING FOR TV & SCREEN
What's it all about?
This class is designed to guide actors to confidently explore the unique demands of on-camera performance.
Whether you are taking your first step in front of the camera, wanting to elevate your transition from stage to screen, or practice the skills you already have - this class is for you.
Acting for Screen offers an introduction to camera technique, emotional truth, and screen presence. Students will work on building confidence, learning how to perform naturally for the camera, and explore character and connection in a screen setting.
You will begin by learning the key differences between stage and screen performance. Through exercises, improvisation, and scene work in front of the camera, you will explore how to connect truthfully, listen deeply, and express emotion with subtlety.
• On-camera confidence
• Scaling your performance for the frame
• Emotional truth and subtlety
• Storytelling through the eyes
• Listening and connection
• Scripted/solo and improvised dialogue
• Working in front of the camera for feedback
Classes will then focus on consistency in performance for getting the job, with a deeper look at character work, preparation, and audition techniques. Students will explore how to prepare for filming, work with direction, and reflect on their growth.
• Self-taping techniques
• In-room audition practice
• Preparing for a shoot
• Working with direction
• Scripted/solo and improvised dialogue
• On-screen performance techniques
• Self-taping task with professional feedback
Term Information:
SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER 2025 (WC 1st September - WC 8th December)
TV & Screen Acting: Tuesday Evening
Times: 7.00pm-9.00pm weekly
Venue: EAS Studios at Summerhall