Workshops

Nov 6 – 8

Acting Fundamentals

Facilitator: Rod Carley

This workshop provides a safe and supportive space for actors to explore the world of acting and equip them with the tools to create truthful characters. You will experience living in the world of a character and a story wile digging tiny your own self-expression and emotional life. 

You will also learn how to analyze and break down a script and explore your own intuition through games and exercises. We will also cover auditioning techniques and working effectively with a scene partner. 

Please prepare a short one-minute monologue you connect with. 

About Rod Carley

Rod has impacted the Ontario theatre scene for the last thirty-five years. He has directed/produced 150 stage productions to date, both nationally and internationally. He has served as Founding Artistic Director and Artistic Director at several institutions and is a highly sought-after adjudicator. 

Read more about his many accomplishments. 

WORKSHOP DETAILS:

Friday, Nov. 6
6 PM - 9 PM
Play analysis for actors | Group exercises and games

Saturday, Nov. 7
10 AM - 6 PM
Monologue presentation | Acting and improvisation exercises | Short scene work (scenes will be provided) focusing on creating a character

Sunday, Nov. 8
10 AM - 2 PM
Scene work (con’t) | Cold reading exercise

FOR: Actors of all experience levels, from novice to seasoned professional. 

COST:

PTG Working Member: $70

Non-Working Member (General Admission): $95

Minimum age: 16+

You can register online below or by calling our box office at: 705.745.4211