Basics of Acting

New to acting? Start here! This introductory course brings you up to speed on fundamentals of acting such as improvisation, character creation, and emotional depth.

What You'll Learn

  • The Fundamentals of Acting: Mastering the key techniques employed by the professionals
  • Improvisation: Refining spontaneity and responsiveness.
  • Character Development: Creating engaging and believable characters.
  • Reading Scripts: Script analysis and breakdown and interpreting lines well.

Exercises & Techniques

  • Acting Games: These develop the ability to think on one’s feet.
  • Monologue Practice: Performing monologues alone with feeling.
  • Scene Study: Building chemistry with partners.

Learning the basics helps actors develop a solid foundation for a successful career.