Method Acting - A Genuine Resource to Develop and Strengthen your Acting
INTRO CLASS - Saturday & Sunday

Class Times: Sat/Sun  9am - 6pm (Places: 12)

Main class is the body of this work - it is the heart of Method and the means to build the muscles of the actor's craft & technique - but for those who can't attend the month, or are unable to obtain one of the limited spaces available in main class, this Weekend intensive will start you on a journey into the foundation of Method and the classical skills any successful actor requires.

The Weekend takes you on a profoundly inspiring path examining the strengths that Method offers to the creative process alongside the dynamic aspects of movement and voice. Each step actively introduces you to specific exercises, tools, and skills which build a full understanding of the methodology. Rather than speed through every single component of Method, we will take time with the central core dynamics of the actor's engine and the vital means of their creative energy through voice and movement.

This class is a unique opportunity to work with Elizabeth Ballinger & Emma Woodvine who, respectively, are teachers at RADA and the Guildhall School Music & Drama. They also work with other drama schools, theatre companies, and coach privately. Sam Rumbelow's unique expertise in the teaching of Method will be complimented by their specialised and skilled capacity as movement and voice teachers.

You will leave with an insightful understanding and a beginning ability to apply some of the creative tools and approaches that the work of Lee Strasberg unfolded at the Actors Studio NY - along with the dynamic vocal and movement skills taught at the UK's leading drama schools.

Introduction to Method
  • Saturday am

    A full practical workshop about the tools, technique & exercises that make up the engine of Method

    BASIC RELAXATION:  this is the most central and inspiring component of Lee Strasberg's technique

    SENSE MEMORY:  this builds on the notion of creatively working from the self as a bridge to the character, text and themes of the script
  • Saturday pm:  Voice & Movement

    A selection of classes to inspire and release the creative potential of the voice and body after investigating the practical techniques related to the internal dynamics of the actor. The whole afternoon focuses upon the valuable creative muscles of your voice and body - how central they are to the revelation of a character as well as the release of your greater potential.
  • Sunday:  Scenes & Methodology

    We examine and tailor your practical approach to the creative challenges of script & character - establishing inspiring acting methods for your craft and career. Focusing on the work of the first day, each component is considered in the construction of a creative methodology.
MID CLASS - Wednesday Evenings

Voice, Movement, Technique
Class Times: Wednesdays 7pm - 10pm

The breaks between the Main Classes are a necessary part of the process giving space and time to absorb the work learnt: time to independently practice the abilities and work acquired in the main session and then apply these abilities and tools more creatively in the industry. However, without practice and application, all training wanes. Mid Class is an opportunity to utilize a place of practice and application.

These mid class sessions run for 4 weeks on Wednesday evenings and are placed two weeks after and two weeks before the start of Main Class. Two mid classes focus on auditioning and presentation of your work. This studio environment focuses on application of the techniques acquired to strengthen your established methodology.

Then the other two classes focus on unlocking both your voice & body, just as vital for TV & Films, as for the stage. As an actor without an evolved relationship with your voice and body, you will have little means to express the life created within. Therefore under the excellent instruction of Emma Woodvine & Elizabeth Ballinger, their teaching releases your instrument to let your work creatively expand through your physical and vocal actions.

The mid session structure is


  • 1st Hour: Movement Class
  • 2nd Hour: Voice Class
  • 3rd Hour: Sensory technique

Each section sharpens and improves the strength of your abilities, putting you in the best shape to take on the opportunity of work. This means not only does class truly develop your potential, but also enables you to seize the opportunities the industry offers up.



Venue:
The Rag Factory
16-18 Henege Street
London
E1 5LJ

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MID CLASS - dates & prices

Voice, Movement, Technique
Class Times: Wednesdays 7pm - 10pm

Price: £150

2012 Mid Classes

  • Jan 11th, 18th, 25th & Feb 1st
  • Mar 21st, 28th & Apr 4th, 11th
  • Jun 20th, 27th & Jul 4th, 11th
  • Sep 19th, 26th & Oct 3rd, 10th

For details on prices and dates for all our classes, along with our pricing policy, booking and payment options... see the prices page.

INTRO CLASS - dates & prices

Class Days: Saturday and Sunday
Class Times 9am - 6pm
Places 12

Intro Price: £190

2012 Intro Classes

  • Mar 17th - 18th
  • Jun 16th - 17th
  • Sep 15th - 16th
  • Dec 8th - 9th

For details on prices and dates for all our classes, along with our pricing policy, booking and payment options... see the prices page.