Course Outlines -Winter 2012

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Getting Started in Film & Television
FOR BEGINNERS IN THE FILM & TV BIZ     NEW DATE
Saturday, March 17  (9:30am-6:30pm)


REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

$149.00
(Only $55.00 for additional family members!)

Intensive Acting Classes 
FOR INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED STUDENTS              

Cost to sit in and watch:
$20.00/class or $125.00/All classes!
                                                
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!!


A) MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, Mar.14-April 4
B) TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, March 13-April 5
C) Friday & Sunday March 9-April 1
     
APPLICATION/DEPOSIT DEADLINE:
FEB. 22, 2011

$385.00

*$359.00 for ACTRA/CAEA & Early Bird
Young Professionals (8-13)
FOR ALL LEVELS IN SCREEN ACTING

SATURDAYS - Jan 20-March 10 (11:00-1:00)
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED!!

$275.00
 

Teen Professionals (13-17)
FOR ALL LEVELS IN SCREEN ACTING


A) SATURDAYS - Jan 20-March 10 (1:00-4:00)
B) FRIDAY Jan.13-March 2 (6:30-9:30)

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED!!

$375.00
 

Adult Professionals (18 & Up)
FOR BEGINNERS IN SCREEN ACTING    


A) WEDNESDAYS - Jan 18-March 7 (11:00-2:00)
B) SUNDAYS - Jan 15-March 4 (11:00-2:00)


REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED!!

$375.00

Young Movie Maker Camp (9 -17)
FOR YOUNG ACTORS



A) JULY 15-22, 2012
B) AUG. 12-19, 2012

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!!
$549.00

All courses are subject to 13% HST

A.C.T. would like to acknowledge the generous support of NOVOTEL HOTELS:


GETTING STARTED IN FILM & TV

Instructor: Claudia Jurt
Saturday, March 17, 2012 (9:30am-6:30pm)
Cost: $149.00 = 13% HST = $168.37
Additional family members pay only $55.00 + 13% HST = $62.15

Early Bird: Pay in FULL by Feb.8, 2012 and we pay the HST!!
Total Cost: $149.00 and $55 for additional family members

Location: 94B Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON K1L 6E6

      Knowing how to get into the 'movie biz' can seem like a difficult task for
      those who are just starting out.  The aim of this intensive workshop is to provide

      participants with an overview of information, tools and skills that are necessary
      for actors and parents of young actors to open that first door to the industry.

      This workshop will place emphasis on:

    Ø Knowing how to become a marketable actor with a dynamic portfolio (resumes,
          head shots, demo reels, etc.)

    Ø Finding the right talent agent without getting caught in a scam

    Ø Using the most effective self-promotional & networking tools

    Ø Learning the industry lingo commonly used on set and with other industry
          professionals
     
    Ø Understanding the audition & casting process, the function of the actors union
         (ACTRA), the importance of screen training, industry do's and don'ts & much
         more...
     
    This workshop is suitable for actors or parents of young actors that are just starting out in the business or for anyone with a general interest in the entertainment field.

    Supplies that all participants should bring to class: pen, notepad, a list of all performance related experience and/or training of participant and/or child of participant & a list of industry related questions and goals.

    This course is a great pre-requisite to 'Young & Teen Professionals'
    or 'Adult Professionals'!

    To register for this course, please email your
    name, age, phone, course you wish to attend & email to
    actottawa@rogers.com

    Payments can be sent via INTERAC email money transfer to actottawa@rogers.com or sent by mail to
    ACT 904-1025 Grenon Ave. Ottawa, ON K2B 8S5


Intensive Acting Classes

Group A: MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
Mar.12-April 4 (5:00-11:00)

Group B: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
March 13-April 5 (5:00-11:00)

Group C: Friday & Sundays
March 9-April 1
(Fri 5:00-11:00, Sun. 2-8)

APPLICATION/DEPOSIT DEADLINE:

FEB.22, 2011

Space for Participants, Auditors and Participating Auditors!!

8-12 Participants/Class


                                                Cost: $385.00 + 13% HST = $435.05
                       Early Bird Discount: $359.00 (must pay by FEB.15)
                                                      + 13% HST = $405.67
                       ACTRA/CAEA Members & Apprentices: $359.00 + 13% HST = $405.67
                 
 
                                                  
AUDITING COSTS:  
                                       
AUDITING: $20.00/class or $125.00/whole course (A or B)
                                                            or 

                                             PARTICIPATING AUDITOR COSTS:  
                                       
AUDITING: $25.00/class or $190.00/whole course (A or B)
                                                            or  $285.00 for both courses
                                                           
             NOTE: A participating auditor participates in relaxation, sensory exercises and most group
                         exercises over the 4 weeks or 6 day Intensive!      

            NEW AUDITORS/STUDENTS: please email a photo/resume and answers to:
            1. Why do you like to act?
            2. Why do you want to study in this classroom?
            to actottawa@rogers.com

                    * Working Organically - moment-to-moment
                    * Sensory, Private Moment & Relaxation (as developed by Lee Strasberg)
                    * Scene Work with a pre-assigned scene & partner
                    * Discovering truth in the scene
                    * Exploring Character
        


               PRE-REQUISITE(S): "Adult Professionals" or Equivalent AND Auditing at least 3 Intensive
                                              Acting Classes w/ Claudia Jurt and/or Michèle Lonsdale Smith
                                              There will also be an Audition/Interview.



         All applicants will be contacted upon the instructor's final decision on participants & auditors.


        Serious applicants only please.

To register for this course, please email your
name, age, phone, course you wish to attend & email to
actottawa@rogers.com

Payments can be sent via INTERAC email money transfer to actottawa@rogers.com or sent by mail to

ACT 904-1025 Grenon Ave. Ottawa, ON K2B 8S5


Acting In Front of the Camera
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
(8-13)

Instructor: Claudia Jurt

SATURDAYS - Jan 20-March 10 (11:00-1:00)

Cost: $275.00 (+ HST)

The aim of this exciting course is to give the young actor a better understanding of how the industry works and to be better prepared & more confident when going to auditions.  Imagination and creativity are stressed, and the young actors are given many opportunities to become experienced working in front of a camera. Special focus will be given to:

Working in front of the camera with naturalness and confidence

Developing the young actor's focus and ability to take direction 

Learning about the film & television casting process

Preparing for the audition process and learning about the value of self-promotion        
                                                      

Discovering what Casting Directors and Talent Agents 'look for'

        Actors will work on various exercises, scenes and put their work into practice
        on-camera.

        Bring your organic self on camera and Create truth in the scene
   
        
Participants will be paired up with different scene partners every week or
       two and must be prepared to learn a variety of new sides over the course of 8
       weeks.


This course gives actors an opportunity to explore their craft, to better prepare for auditions and actual work on the set.  Participating actors are encouraged to bring sides for upcoming auditions to class.

To register for this course, please email your
name, age, phone, course you wish to attend & email to
actottawa@rogers.com

Payments can be sent via INTERAC email money transfer to actottawa@rogers.com or sent by mail to

                         ACT 904-1025 Grenon Ave. Ottawa, ON K2B 8S5


Enrollment is limited.
NO PREREQUISITE
Each actor will be given a copy of their work.

TESTIMONIALS


Acting In Front of the Camera
TEEN PROFESSIONALS
(13-17)

Instructor: Claudia Jurt

A) FRIDAY- Jan. 13-March 2 (6:30-9:30pm)
B) SATURDAYS - Jan.20-March 10 (1:00-4:00)



Cost: $375.00 (+ HST)

The aim of this exciting course is to give the young actor a better understanding of how the industry works and to be better prepared & more confident when going to auditions.  Imagination and creativity are stressed, and the young actors are given many opportunities to become experienced working in front of a camera. Special focus will be given to:

Working in front of the camera with naturalness and confidence

Developing the young actor's focus and ability to take direction 

Learning about the film & television casting process

Preparing for the audition process and learning about the value of self-promotion        
                                                      

Discovering what Casting Directors and Talent Agents 'look for'

        Actors will work on various exercises, scenes and put their work into practice
        on-camera.

        Bring your organic self on camera and Create truth in the scene
   
        
Participants will be paired up with different scene partners every week or
       two and must be prepared to learn a variety of new sides over the course of 8
       weeks.


This course gives actors an opportunity to explore their craft, to better prepare for auditions and actual work on the set.  Participating actors are encouraged to bring sides for upcoming auditions to class.

To register for this course, please email your
name, age, phone, course you wish to attend & email to
actottawa@rogers.com

Payments can be sent via INTERAC email money transfer to actottawa@rogers.com or sent by mail to

                         ACT 904-1025 Grenon Ave. Ottawa, ON K2B 8S5

Enrollment is limited.
NO PREREQUISITE
Each actor will be given a copy of their work.

TESTIMONIALS


Acting In Front of the Camera
ADULT PROFESSIONALS
Instructors: Claudia Jurt


A) SUNDAYS Jan.15-March 4 (11:00-2:00) 
B) WEDNESDAYS - Jan. 18-March 7 (11:00-2:00)




REGISTER IS NOW CLOSED!
 

Cost: $375.00 (+13% HST) = $423.75

If you wish to audit (sit in and watch), the cost is $20.00/class or $125.00/8 classes

The aim of this course is to give the actor a better understanding of how the industry works and to be better prepared & more confident when going to auditions. Special focus will be given to:

Working in front of the camera with naturalness and confidence

Learning about the film & television casting process, 

Preparing for the audition process and learn about th e value of self-promotion.

Discovering what Casting Directors and Talent Agents 'look for'

Meeting industry professionals

Actors will work on scenes and put their work into practice on-camera. Industry professionals are invited to attend each course to watch our participants in action.

To register for this course, please email your
name, age, phone, course you wish to attend & email to
actottawa@rogers.com

Payments can be sent via INTERAC email money transfer to actottawa@rogers.com or sent by mail to

ACT 904-1025 Grenon Ave. Ottawa, ON K2B 8S5

Enrollment is limited.
NO PREREQUISITE
Each actor will be given a copy of their work

TESTIMONIALS
 

YOUNG MOVIE MAKER CAMP

Instructors: Claudia Jurt


Director: Claudia Jurt
Director of Photography: Oli
vier Surpreant

GROUP A) JULY 15-22, 2012
GROUP B) AUGUST 12-19, 2012


8 days 9:30-4:30 + one day/evening to screen the finished project

Cost: $549.00 + 13 % HST

A $150.00 non-refundable deposit will reserve your spot.

This exciting summer camp for young actors is a unique introduction to the overall process of creating a video from start to finish. Participants will write, rehearse and block a script. They will work as a team to design the set, costumes and sound.  The script is then videotaped with the participants as the actors. Not only will the participants perform in the video, they will learn about many of the other roles on set.

By following this process our young actors will:

  • Act in a mini-movie written with them in mind

  • Learn how to find a story in a scene 

  • Discover what a director is looking for during taping

  • Work in an actual production setting

  • Learn how to ensure continuity in a scene 

  • See how scenes are cut and manipulated

  • Find out how an actor can end up on the proverbial, "cutting room floor"

Are you building a video resume?  This course will leave you with a great clip for your demo reel. Every participant will receive a DVD copy of the finished project with an actual movie cover with the actors names and a movie photo on the case.  Class size is limited. There will be a screening held upon completion of the course for all participants, their families and friends. (Date TBD)

Enrollment is limited.
Each actor will be given a copy of their work

To register for this course, please email your
name, age, current photo, phone, course you wish to attend & email to
actottawa@rogers.com

Payments can be sent via INTERAC email money transfer to actottawa@rogers.com or sent by mail to

ACT 904-1025 Grenon Ave. Ottawa, ON K2B 8S5