5 Day Screen & Showreel
5 Day Screen & Showreel
With Director Paulette Randall
Introduction
This intensive 5 Day Screen Acting Course is designed for anyone looking to bring freedom and belief to their performance on screen. Led by Director Paulette Randall, who has experience working with successful actors in the UK, will bring insight into developing a real performances that can transcend on camera, but also apply to stage. The course aims to provide a thorough understanding of the craft and by the end, you will have gained valuable skills, practical knowledge, and film a professional showreel to further your acting career.
Paulette Randall MBE, is a British Director of Jamaican descent. She was Chair of the Board of Clean Break Theatre Company in 2006–07, and is former Artistic Director of Talawa Theatre Company. She was the Associate Director for the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics.
In 2013 Paulette became the first Female Black Director to bring a production to the West End with Wilson’s Fences, starring Lenny Henry, at the Duchess Theatre. Paulette was appointed an MBE in 2015 for Services to Drama, and was awarded an honorary degree from Brunel University in the same year. In 2016, she was given a Lifetime Achievement award for her work as a Director and Playwright in film and TV at the inaugural WOW Creative Industries Awards, presented by the Women of the World Festival at the Southbank Centre.
In 2013 Paulette became the first Female Black Director to bring a production to the West End with Wilson’s Fences, starring Lenny Henry, at the Duchess Theatre. Paulette was appointed an MBE in 2015 for Services to Drama, and was awarded an honorary degree from Brunel University in the same year. In 2016, she was given a Lifetime Achievement award for her work as a Director and Playwright in film and TV at the inaugural WOW Creative Industries Awards, presented by the Women of the World Festival at the Southbank Centre.
Course Outline
Over 5 Days, you will spend time working closely under Paulette’s guidance and direction working towards filming a fresh showreel. Paulette will share insights into experimenting in rehearsal, the process of casting for a production, technicalities of screen performance and how to succeed in a competitive industry. You will walk away invigorated and fuelled with the confidence to use either on set or in the audition room.
When
Monday 8th – Friday 12th January 2024
Designed For
Intermediate – Professional
Times
10am to 5pm
What You'll Love
Film Two Showreel Scenes
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4 & 5
Day 1
Acting for camera: The course aims to teach actors how to deliver natural and engaging performances specifically tailored for the camera. This includes understanding the technical aspects of acting on screen, such as framing, shot composition, and working with the camera.
Technical screen craft: This aspect of the course focuses on the technical skills necessary for acting on screen. It may include topics such as hitting marks, understanding different camera angles, using eyelines effectively, and adapting performances for different shot sizes.
Day 2
Immersive acting techniques: The course may introduce immersive acting techniques that allow actors to fully embody their characters and create authentic performances. This can involve exercises in emotional connection, sensory awareness, and physicality.
Rehearsal methods: Participants will learn practical rehearsal techniques to prepare for their scenes. Rehearsals are crucial for actors to explore their characters, develop emotional depth, and build chemistry with scene partners.
Day 3
Showreel Scene Rehearsal. You will be cast in two scenes with other actors from the group cast by Paulette. On this day you will explore the script and learn the ways in which Paulette rehearses scenes with actors on his own productions.
You will learn to implement blocking into your performance and prepare yourself for the days of filming with the crew ahead.
Day 4 & 5
Showreel Filming
You will use your new skills and confidence to shoot two scenes with a professional crew under the direction of Paulette Randall. Over the two days, students will have an opportunity to learn from the crew and learn the skills required to remain focussed and deliver a conniving performance on a professional set. Content will be expertly edited and ideal for use as a new showreel or added to existing content.
Held at Pinewood Studios
You’ll be working at the heart of the British Film Industry and home to some of the world’s most influential film makers. Feel inspired and build your confidence as you work with industry leading professionals in a supportive environment.
Getting to Pinewood
Free parking is available on site. A free shuttle bus service runs to Pinewood from nearby stations, including Uxbridge Tube Station, Slough and Gerrards Cross.
Casting professionals choose Spotlight to cast their projects because performers on Spotlight are recognised as the industry’s best.
To be eligible to apply for Spotlight Membership, you have to successfully earn 400 Points from Actors Studio Training.
Spotlight Eligibility
Each course is worth a certain amount of points. Courses can be repeated to earn points. See below how many points you can earn from this course.
Booking Options
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£899.00
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Features
Learning Outcomes
Course Location
Actors Studio, Pinewood Studios, Pinewood Road, Iver Heath, SL0 0NH.
- Free parking available at Pinewood Studios
- Free frequent shuttle bus service from London Uxbridge Tube Station, Slough & Gerrards Cross. Transfer from station to Pinewood Studios – 10 minutes
- Canteen & Coffee Shops on site
Payment Options
We accept all major debit and credit cards. Take advantage of PayPal Pay In 3, splitting the cost into 3 interest free payments.
