Scene to Screen
With BAFTA Winning Director Jon East

Introduction

Unlock a rare opportunity to enhance your screen acting career with this exclusive, two-day intensive, directed by BAFTA-winning Director Jon East, known for acclaimed work on The Last Kingdom, Killing Eve, and Downton Abbey.

Over two transformative days, you’ll dive deep into scene rehearsals, character exploration, and on-set filming with a full professional crew.

Articulation to Authenticity

Embody the Elegance of RP

Leap into the highest levels of screen acting under the guidance of a BAFTA-winning director, someone who has shaped some of the most intense, nuanced, and unforgettable characters we’ve watched.

In two packed days, you’ll bring complex scenes to life with Jon’s unique perspective on storytelling, gaining inside knowledge on how to shine in powerful dramas. Uncover new layers in your performance, and experience the thrill of capturing it all on a live set.

Scene Preparation: You will receive tailored scenes prior to the course to review and begin character development.

Guided Rehearsals: Rehearse scenes with Jon’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 BAFTA-winning Director Jon East.

Scene Filming: Capture polished scenes with Jon directing, creating showreel material that truly stands out.

On-Set Training: Gain hands-on experience with set protocols, camera setups, and professional crew dynamics.

Jon-East-Director

Jon East

BAFTA Winning Director

Meet Your Tutor

With over 35 years of directing experience, Jon East is a BAFTA-winning talent celebrated for his work on Killing Eve, Downton Abbey, and The Last Kingdom.

Having recently wrapped production of ‘Surface’ for Apple TV, Jon has collaborated with stars like Sandra Oh and Maggie Smith, shaping award-winning performances across genres from thrillers to historical epics. Known for his character-focused, cinematic style, Jon offers a unique chance to elevate your skills under the guidance of an elite director who’s mastered the art of bringing out award-worthy performances​.

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 successfully completing this course.

Spotlight Eligibility

Earn 30 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. 

To be eligible to apply for Spotlight Membership, you have to successfully earn 400 Points from Actors Studio Training.

What You'll Love

Film a Fresh Showreel Scene

Times

Day 1: 10am to 5pm

Day 2: 8am to 6pm

Designed For

Training – Professional Actors

When

Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th May 2025

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.

£495

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
  • Coffee Shop on site (may not be open at weekends)
  • Excellent transport links from London
  • Suitable if you are (17 yrs+) and have had significant previous acting training or are a professional actor
  • Attracts a varied age range from 17 yrs+. International Students Welcome
  • The course is taught in English, so it is important that you have proficient English language skills
  • Create a truthful and technically confident on screen performance
  • In-depth exploration of screen acting techniques
  • Film a scene that will be edited for your acting showreel
  • Improve your collaboration skills within a group
  • Film a scene that will be edited for your acting showreel
  • Jon-East-Director

    Jon East

    BAFTA Winning Director

    With over 35 years of directing experience, Jon East is a BAFTA-winning talent celebrated for his work on Killing Eve, Downton Abbey, and The Last Kingdom.

    Having recently wrapped production of ‘Surface’ for Apple TV, Jon has collaborated with stars like Sandra Oh and Maggie Smith, shaping award-winning performances across genres from thrillers to historical epics. Known for his character-focused, cinematic style, Jon offers a unique chance to elevate your skills under the guidance of an elite director who’s mastered the art of bringing out award-worthy performances​.

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