Step into the spotlight like never before with this Immersive Acting & Filmmaking Masterclass. This isn’t your typical acting class—it’s an unforgettable experience that immerses you in every aspect of the filmmaking process. From preproduction to the final take, you’ll get hands-on training in the art of acting and filmmaking.

Led by experienced, working actors who have been in the trenches of Hollywood sets, this class puts you in the heart of what it’s like to be on a real professional production. You’ll learn the ins and outs of the industry, from breaking down a script to navigating a live set, all while honing your craft in front of the camera.

Feel the energy of a real production as you rehearse, shoot, and refine your performance in an environment that mirrors the challenges and thrills of a high-stakes film set. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your acting skills or gain valuable behind-the-scenes knowledge, this is your opportunity to train like a pro, connect with industry insiders, and experience filmmaking from the inside out.

Get ready to roll in the world of professional film!

PROGRAM SCHEDULE:

Class 1: Welcome to Set – The Actor’s Role in Production

• Orientation: What it means to be a professional actor on a real set.

• Overview of the filmmaking pipeline from pre-production to post.

• On-set etiquette, terminology, crew roles, and chain of command.

• Mock set walkthrough to simulate a working environment.

• Scene assignments.

Class 2: Script Breakdown & Character Building

• Techniques for breaking down a script like a pro.

• Identifying beats, objectives, subtext, and emotional arcs.

• Rehearsal with sides from real film/TV scripts.

• Building a character from the page to the performance.

Class 3: Audition to Callback – Getting the Job

• Cold reads, self-tapes, and live audition simulations.

• How to prepare like you’ve already booked it.

• What casting directors look for—and what sabotages a read.

• Real-time feedback from working actors and guests.

Class 4: Rehearsal Room Dynamics

• Rehearsing for the camera vs. stage.

• Working with scene partners: listening, reacting, staying alive in the moment.

• Blocking for camera: hitting marks and maintaining spontaneity.

• Director-led rehearsal of selected scenes.

Class 5: Acting for the Lens – Camera Technique & Continuity

• Finding your frame: wide shots, close-ups, over-the-shoulders.

• Matching performance between takes (continuity).

• Voice levels, eye lines, emotional containment.

• Hands-on work with playback review.

Class 6: On-Set Day Simulation – Lights, Camera, Action

• Full simulation of a shooting day.

• Call sheets, wardrobe, last looks, camera setups, rehearsals.

• Working with a crew (DP, sound, AD) while staying in character.

• Shooting coverage: master, mediums, and close-ups.

Class 7: Improvisation & Script Flexibility

• Adapting to last-minute script changes or redirects.

• Improvisation drills to build instinct and trust on set.

• Integrating improv into scripted material.

• Tools for staying grounded under pressure.

Class 8: Industry Survival Guide

• Unions (SAG-AFTRA), agents, managers, reels, resumes, headshots.

• Real talk: the business, the burnout, and the breakthroughs.

• Guest Q&A with a working actor or casting director.

Class 9: Final Shoot + Parent Observation

• Record a fully blocked, lit, and directed final scene on-camera.

• On-set etiquette under pressure: wrapping a scene like a pro.