Shakespeare Reimagined: Showreel Scene

Introduction

Elevate your showreel with a professionally filmed Shakespearean scene, designed for actors eager to master verse speaking, unlock the power of classical text, and bring iconic characters to life. This course blends Shakespeare’s timeless words with filming in a modern-day setting, helping you craft a standout addition to your portfolio that showcases your depth and versatility as a performer. Please note: This course is not suitable for beginners—prior experience or training with Shakespearean text is required. If you’re unsure about your suitability, please contact us.

Hone Your Craft, Elevate Your Showreel

Unlock the Power of
Shakespeare's Words

Over two weekend days, refine your verse speaking and unlock the power of Shakespearean text with the First Folio Technique. This practical approach makes performing Shakespeare simple and impactful.

The course concludes with the filming of a modern-day setting Shakespearean duologue, providing a professionally edited scene to enhance your showreel. Perfect for trained actors and professionals looking to showcase their classical skills on screen.
Session 1: Mastering Shakespearean Text

Learn the First Folio Technique to simplify and demystify Shakespeare’s language.

Hone your verse-speaking skills and master the text, preparing for a modern-day set Shakespearean performance.

Session 2: Filming Your Shakespeare Scene

Perform and film a Shakespearean duologue in a modern day setting. Showcase your acting depth and receive a fully edited scene for your showreel.

Optional Preparation: Enhance your foundation with our online workshops: Secrets of Acting Shakespeare and The Rules of Verse Speaking.

What You'll Love

Enhance your skillset and film Shakespearean scene

Times

10am to 5pm

Designed For

Individuals with prior Shakespearean training

When

Saturday 7th & Saturday 14th March 2026

Spotlight Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for Spotlight Membership, you must successfully earn a total of 400 points through Actors Studio Training.

Each course is worth a specific number of points, and courses can be repeated to earn additional points. Once you have accumulated at least 400 points, you will be eligible to apply for Spotlight Membership.

Earn 25 Points From This Course
Earn 400 Points To Be Eligible for Spotlight

Casting professionals choose Spotlight to cast their projects because performers on Spotlight are recognised as the industry’s best. 

 

Booking Options

This course has limited availability and spaces are first come first served.

Please read our Terms and Conditions before proceeding with your booking.

£545 inc. VAT

Spread the cost interest free with Pay in 3 at Checkout. We accept all major debit and credit cards. 

Actors Studio, Pinewood Studios, Pinewood Road, Iver Heath, Buckinghamshire, SL0 0NH

  • Free parking available at Pinewood Studios
  • Nearest train stations – London Uxbridge Tube Station, Slough & Gerrards Cross. Transfer from station to Pinewood Studios – 10 minutes
  • Excellent and fast transport links from London
  • We offer recommendations for accommodations conveniently located near the studios
  • Suitable if you are (17 yrs+) and have had previous acting training, drama school graduate or professional actor
  • Attracts a varied age range. International Students Welcome
  • The course is taught in English, so it is important that you have proficient English language skills
  • Small Class Size
  • This course is not suitable for beginners—prior experience or training with Shakespearean text is required. If you’re unsure about your suitability, please contact us.
  • Create a truthful and technically confident on screen performance
  • Exploration of Shakespeare
  • Film a scene that will be edited for your acting showreel
  • Improve your collaboration skills within a group
  • Create a truthful and technically confident on screen performance
  • Sarah-Hannah-Acting-Coach

    Sarah Hannah

    Actress, Acting and Audition Coach

    Sarah Hannah stands as a highly seasoned Professional Actress and Acting Coach with a wealth of experience in both stage and screen productions. Drawing from her extensive background, Sarah specialises in refining your on-camera presence and imparting the technical skills essential for success as a professional screen actor.

    Live Online Workshop

    All Levels of Ability

    Held Online via Zoom

    All Levels of Ability

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