Introduction
Across three dynamic days, you’ll engage in intensive scene work, explore character depth, and step into the spotlight on a professional set under James’s insightful guidance, supported by an experienced crew.
Script to Screen
Learn Techniques Used By BAFTA-Winning Talent
Over three action-packed days, you’ll delve into complex scenes, uncover deeper layers of character, and enhance your storytelling skills with James’s insider perspective on screen performance. Designed for actors serious about excelling in film and television, this course provides hands-on experience working with a professional crew, capturing your performance on a live set to showcase your growth and expertise.
Technique Overview: Gain insights into James Larkin’s renowned screen acting methodology, developed over decades of experience as an actor and director.
Character Development Insights: Learn to create authentic, compelling performances and avoid common mistakes that lead to scenes being cut.
Practical Exercises: Participate in hands-on activities designed to simplify the acting process and encourage natural, confident performances.
This foundational day sets the stage for rehearsals and filming on Days 2 and 3.
Scene Preparation: You will receive tailored scenes prior to the course to review and begin character development.
Guided Rehearsals: Rehearse scenes with Jame’s expert guidance, focusing on character, motivation, scene dynamics and blocking.
Performance Feedback: Receive personalised direction and feedback to enhance your showreel-ready scene.
This sets the stage for Day Two’s professional filming!
Professional Set Environment: Step onto a live set with a full crew, guided by Director James Larkin.
Scene Filming: Capture polished scenes with James directing, creating showreel material that truly stands out.
On-Set Training: Gain hands-on experience with set protocols, camera setups, and professional crew dynamics.
James Larkin
Award-Winning Director & Actor
Meet Your Tutor
Larkin’s notable acting roles include Inspector Lapointe in ITV’s “Maigret,” Tony Blair in the BAFTA-winning “The Government Inspector,” and recent roles in “Wolf Hall” and “Black Mirror.”
As a director, he has helmed numerous television dramas, including BBC’s “Call the Midwife” and ABC’s “Private Practice.” His feature film directorial debut, “City Slacker,” received nominations for Best Film at both the Raindance Film Festival and the British Independent Film Awards.
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.
Casting professionals choose Spotlight to cast their projects because performers on Spotlight are recognised as the industry’s best.Â
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- 2,500+ Roles / Month
- 500+ Roles / Week
- Used by 99% of UK Productions
- 200+ Breakdowns / Week
What You'll Love
Times
Day 3: 8am to 6pm
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Booking Options
This course has limited availability and spaces are first come first served.
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£650
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James Larkin
Award-Winning Director & Actor
Larkin’s notable acting roles include Inspector Lapointe in ITV’s “Maigret,” Tony Blair in the BAFTA-winning “The Government Inspector,” and recent roles in “Wolf Hall” and “Black Mirror.”
As a director, he has helmed numerous television dramas, including BBC’s “Call the Midwife” and ABC’s “Private Practice.” His feature film directorial debut, “City Slacker,” received nominations for Best Film at both the Raindance Film Festival and the British Independent Film Awards.
