(Short Course) Introduction to Screen Acting
Course details
Year of entry
2025
Duration
10 weeks
Institution Code
G53
Location
Wrexham
Why choose this course?
This Short course delivered in partnership with the Wrexham Academy of Screen Actors and Wrexham University provides an introduction to screen acting, focusing on both the artistic and technical aspects.
Through hands-on workshops run by experienced professional actors, participants will gain practical experience into the basics of screen acting techniques alongside an introduction to a range of different styles of scripts.
The course will help you in the creation of a professional portfolio, including a show-reel scene and headshot to kickstart your career opportunities in the TV and film industry.
Key course features
- Delivered by experienced professional actors of film and TV.
- Hands on workshop based activities to develop script analysis and delivery styles.
- Opportunity to develop a professional portfolio to kick start career.
- Opportunities in the Film and TV industry Opportunity to record a show reel in English and Welsh.
What you will study
Week 1: Introduction to Screen Acting
Week 2: Script Analysis and Character Development
Week 3: Scene Work and Filming (Part 1)
Week 4: Scene Work and Filming (Part 2)
Week 5: Scene Editing and Analysis
Week 6: Advanced Character Work and Filming (Part 1)
Week 7: Advanced Character Work and Filming (Part 2)
Week 8: Scene Review and Show-Reel Preparation
Week 9: Portfolio Building - Show-Reel Scene
Week 10: Portfolio Building - Headshots and Industry Preparation
Teaching & Assessment
The short course comprises of 10 X 2 hour face to face taught sessions with an additional 16 hours of asynchronous work set for students to undertake in their own time, including: script selection, script analysis and character development. Performance rehearsal and self-evaluation/reflection will be expected within directed independent study.
Fees & funding
£195.00 incl VAT
Course Dates
Start Date: Wednesday 8th January 2025 - Book Now
The sessions will take place every Wednesday from 6pm until 8pm - Wrexham Campus