‘ALCHEMY’ OPEN DAY: HOW TO SELL YOURSELF AS A SCREEN ACTOR - Sat 19 Jul Due to sell out previous open days, another is being offered on Saturday 19 July, 10.30-6, Central London.   The seminar/open day specifically addresses the steps any actor needs to take to get him/herself firmly established as a working screen actor from a standing start (no previous screen experience is assumed). It also gives an opportunity to meet those involved with running the acclaimed 'Alchemy of Screen Acting' workshop and how it fits in with an actor's career development. There will also be showreel screenings to demonstrate how best to impress casting directors and create a positive profile, and how bad reels can do more harm than good!   For further details of the one-day programme, see: www.thealchemyofscreenacting.co.uk/135_Marketing_Strategy.asp   To encourage actors who are serious about achieving their full professional potential, a special low price offer of GBP 20 (inc. VAT) is being offered (full price GBP 56) to members of Actors-Inc. This includes marketing handouts, refreshments during the seminar day, plus a buffet lunch with the opportunity to network with like-minded people. 15 places only are available on a 'first come, first served' basis. The venue will be in South Kensington in Central London (SW7) and the day will last from 10.30 am to 6 pm.    If you are interested to attend, please email your acting CV (plus head shot), or Spotlight link, to Andrew Higgs, the workshop director, at: andrew@macheath.u-net.com   For details of screen credits gained by recent participants of the 5-day ‘Alchemy of Screen Acting’ workshop, see: www.thealchemyofscreenacting.co.uk/124_5-Day_Outline.asp#part   To see examples of scenes shot during recent workshops, and some of the show reels cut from them, check out: http://uk.youtube.com/alchemyscreenacting

Call for Presentations  International Conference "Performing Arts Training Today" October 24th – 27th 2008 Bovec, Slovenia - in the heart of Julian Alps   The conference is open to professional performers, performing arts educators and teachers from all over the world interested in the research of topical questions and processes in contemporary performing arts education and training. The main tasks of the conference are to demonstrate various methods and techniques in contemporary performing arts education and training, to open discussions about successful and effective strategies, to establish new contacts, to exchange experiences with colleagues from different countries and to lay the foundation for future networking and collaboration.   The Conference is a wonderful opportunity for performers, performing arts educators and teachers to demonstrate their methods and techniques.   PRESENTATION FORMATS: •  workshop/master class •  work in progress •  performance fragment (not requiring any special technical conditions) •  reading/lecture •  any other way of demonstration to the presenter's discretion   SUBMISSION GUIDELINES & REGISTRATION: http://www.iugte.com/projects/conf.reg.php   ACCOMODATION & VENUE (Bovec mountain resort): http://www.iugte.com/projects/Bovec.venue.php   CONFERENCE INFO: http://www.iugte.com/projects/Conference.php   If you are unable to attend the conference there is opportunity to send your promotional materials: booklets or flyers about your company, announcements of workshops, courses, performances and other events. All materials will be displayed at the main information stand and will be available to the delegates during the entire period of the conference.

Casting 4 TV and Film   Amanda has been running her TV and Film workshop for the past 5 years and pioneered the idea of the one day intensive workshop for performance to camera.   Along the way she has unearthed some great talent as well as educating aspiring artists on what is required when on set. Her techniques through script and improvisation give people the opportunity to truly express themselves, experiencing both featured and background roles with equal measure.   Being a casting director and actress Amanda brings to the table a huge amount experience, from TV commercials, films, dramas and her own show presenting on SKY TV. Through her direction and knowledge you will learn; how to use voice tone, facial expression and body language. You will also be advised on how to relate to camera and get into character.   Amanda puts great emphasis on enjoyment whilst maintaining high standards. She urges people to enjoy the process of performance as opposed to focussing on the negative, the result of which is a hugely dynamic and productive group.   Amanda teaches anyone from new comers to professional theatre actors. People that have attended the workshop have gone onto background work and staring roles.   At the beginning of the workshop you are able to ask as many questions as you like regarding the industry and you are filmed throughout the day.   The cost of the workshop is £35 payable on arrival. Please respond with your contact number in order to book a place.     0203 182 0010 07948 538 545 info@casting4tvandfilm.co.uk www.casting4tvandfilm.co.uk

International Festival - Fair   THEATRE METHODS 08 Between Tradition and Contemporary   July 7th – 13th 2008 Malpils, Latvia   Annual professional festival-fair bringing up the question of the Bridge between Tradition and Contemporary in performing arts. The Festival is uniting performers from all over the world interested in the research of theatre methods between tradition and contemporary.     PROGRAMME:  workshops, work demonstrations, lectures and performances by performers and theatre teachers from Singapore, Japan, Italy, Russia, USA, Germany and Canada:   • Intrigues In The Qing Imperial Court - Chinese Opera performance by Chinese Theatre Circle (Singapore) • The Fascinating World of Chinese Opera - Workshop by Joanna Wong, the Artistic Director of Chinese Theatre Circle (Singapore) • Swinging Horizon - Performance by Ritsuko Tsumaki - dancer, choreographer (Japan) • Performers Physicality - Workshop by Sergei Ostrenko - theatre director and teacher (Russia) • Commedia Dell'Arte - A Tradition of Playing Now - Workshop and performance fragment by Fabrizio Paladin - actor, director, playwright, musician, teacher (Italy) • Staging the Dream: Ella Jaroszewicz and the Studio Magenia - Presentation by Michael Pape - actor, director, playwright, theatre scholar (USA) • "Thrown" Project - Workshop and performance presentation by Nightmare Before Valentine (Andriana Seecker, Birgitt Bodingbauer, Lydia Ziemke - Germany) • BoxWhatBox: Performance Creation Workshop - Workshop presentation by Michael Devine - actor, director, playwright (Canada) • Exploring Pause Behaviour - Workshop by Mandy Fox - playwright, director, actor, voice specialist, educator (USA)   PARTICIPANTS:  actors, directors, dancers, choreographers, teachers, playwrights, stage designers, script writers, theatre critics, journalists, cultural managers.   REGISTRATION:  Candidates should send a CV (resume) and a brief letter of motivation to globtheatre@gmail.com stating the title, dates and location of the event.    PARTICIPATION FEE: 500 EUR if payment is made before June 15th. (580 EUR if payment is made after June 15th). The fee covers attendance of all events of the festival programme, accommodation (six nights), three meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and tea/coffee breaks.   PROGRAMME DETAILS:  http://www.iugte.com/projects/TheatreMethods08.php   REGISTRATION DETAILS:   http://www.iugte.com/projects/register.php

Casting Director Workshops Back by popular demand!    Stand Up Drama is excited to announce the next blocks of its Casting Director Workshops.  It's our new initiative to get actors and Casting Directors working together.     What Workshops of up to eighteen actors led by a working Casting Director. In the class you will learn more about the casting process and be able to ask questions before the Casting Director pairs you up to rehearse a scene. You then perform that scene to the class and the Casting Director will give you feedback. It's informal, fun and a great way to put yourself in front of the people that matter.     When Each Monday/ Tuesday from 6-8pm. Two blocks of classes are available, you should choose the block with the dates that suit you best:   BLOCK 3: June- 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th & July- 7th BLOCK 4: July- 21st, 29th (Tues), Aug- 4th, 11th, 18th, 26th (Tues)     Six casting directors will lead two workshops each, so you will work with each of them once.     Where BLOCK 3:  The Drill Hall, 16 Chenies Street, London WC1E 7EX Nearest tube: Goodge Street on the Northern line. www.drillhall.co.uk BLOCK 4:  The Bloomsbury Theatre, Studio, 15 Gordon Street, London, WC1H. Nearest tube: Euston Sq, http://www.thebloomsbury.com     How can I get Involved? Membership to the Casting Director workshops costs £165. This includes six  2hr workshops: one with each Casting Director, classes are not sold individually.   See below for Casting Directors and how to book.   These are the Casting Directors that will be working with us for Blocks 3 & 4.     Phil Shaw Originally trained as an actor then formed his own successful agency. Phil casts mostly TV and film, recent projects LOVE AND VIRTUE starring John Malkovich and ROMANS 12.20. Currently working on an unnamed film and TV mini series.      Laura Dickens Mostly works in television, recent credits include; DOCTORS and HOLBY CITY, Laura has also worked on many films and was casting associate on HARRY POTTER & THE CAMBER OF SECRETS, ABOUT A BOY and REIGN OF FIRE.     Richard Evans Currently casting TWELVE ANGRY MEN, unnamed West End musical and British feature. Has recently cast DANCING IN THE STREETS and THE RATPACK - LIVE FROM LAS VEGAS for the West End. Richard also regularly casts Commercials, Music Videos and Corporates.   Irene Cotton Many years experience casting TV, Film, Theatre, Radio and hundreds of commercials. Irene was resident casting director for The Old Vic under Jonathan Miller, works regularly for the BBC, and to date has cast over 200 episodes of THE BILL.   Casting Director- TBC   Casting Director- TBC We have 2 more Casting Directors to confirm and are in talks with some very exciting people!     Reservations Go to www.standupdrama.com/workshops for information.     To Book please email Clare on clare@standupdrama.com Please attach a CV, no large photo files please and write 'Block 3' or 'Block 4' in the subject line according to your preference. Please don't send cheques till your place is reserved.     Classes are on a first come first served basis. Once all memberships are taken you may go on the waiting list.  PLACES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO DON'T DELAY!   Thank you and we look forward to seeing you soon.   The Stand Up Drama Team.

‘THE ALCHEMY OF SCREEN ACTING’ - 50% DISCOUNT OFFER 10 places at half price have been made available on the next three 5-day ‘Alchemy of Screen Acting’ workshops to encourage trained actors with little or no screen experience to access the necessary professional experience and training in front of camera to launch a screen career.   To qualify for the special rate of GBP 250 (inc. VAT), rather than the full fee of GBP 500 (inc. VAT), you must be a member of Actors-Inc., have undergone professional acting training and be fully committed to getting screen work. Only 10 places are available at half price on this special scheme and they will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. Bookings must be made by Saturday 10 May. Thereafter the full fee applies.   The workshop is very intensive and consists of shooting both TV and feature film scenes (to broadcast standard), overnight editing, tuition in successful audition and marketing strategies, copious handouts and a fine cut on DVD of all scenes shot (which can be used on a professional showreel). Workshops strictly limited to 8 actors.     Scheduled Summer workshop dates are:   Alchemy 73: 12-16 May Alchemy 74: 9-13 June Alchemy 75: 14-18 July     All workshops take place in Central London and run from 9-6, Monday-Friday.   Full details (including previous participants’ professional credits and feedback) are on line at: www.thealchemyofscreenacting.co.uk/124_5-Day_Outline.asp     Scenes shot during recent Alchemy workshops can now be viewed at: http://uk.youtube.com/alchemyscreenacting     To check remaining availability call 07785 394214 (24 hours). To book, email acting CV (plus head shot) to: andrew@macheath.u-net.com indicating which workshop you would like to attend. OFFER MUST CLOSE ON SATURDAY 10 MAY 2008.   REFUND POLICY: If you are unable to attend your booked workshop, then we operate a flexible policy whereby, with at least one full working week's notice, you can either reschedule on to another workshop or get a full refund.     Andrew Higgs is an experienced television director. He has run the acclaimed ‘Alchemy of Screen Acting’ workshops for the past six years whilst developing a number of upcoming film projects.     -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------     ‘ALCHEMY’ OPEN DAY/’HOW TO SELL YOURSELF AS A SCREEN ACTOR’: Saturday 10 May     The seminar/open day specifically addresses the steps any actor needs to take to get him/herself firmly established as a working screen actor from a standing start (no previous screen experience is assumed). It also gives an opportunity to meet those involved with running the acclaimed 'Alchemy of Screen Acting' workshop and how it fits in with an actor's career development. There will also be showreel screenings to demonstrate how best to impress casting directors and create a positive profile, and how bad reels can do more harm than good.   For further details of the one-day programme, see: www.thealchemyofscreenacting.co.uk/135_Marketing_Strategy.asp     To encourage actors who are serious about achieving their full professional potential, a special low price offer of GBP 20 (inc. VAT) is being offered (full price GBP 56) to members of Actors-Inc. This includes refreshments during the seminar day, plus a buffet lunch with the opportunity to network with like-minded people. Places are very limited and are offered on a 'first come, first served' basis. The venue will be in South Kensington in Central London (SW7) and the day will last from 10.30 am to 5.30 pm.   If you are interested to attend, please email your acting CV (plus head shot), or Spotlight link, to Andrew Higgs, the workshop director, at: andrew@macheath.u-net.com     For details of screen credits gained by recent participants of the 5-day ‘Alchemy of Screen Acting’ workshop, see: www.thealchemyofscreenacting.co.uk/124_5-Day_Outline.asp#part     To see examples of scenes shot during recent workshops, and some of the show reels cut from them, check out: http://uk.youtube.com/alchemyscreenacting

Edinburgh Festival Accommodation The Flat Company has a large selection of quality central Edinburgh properties, to be let throughout the Festival season, July through to early September.   We have something to suit everyone, ranging from small one bedroom apartments to five double bedroom homes that can be rented for one week or the entire Festival period as needed.   We offer a unique Festival experience, our guest's stay will benefit from a weekly housekeeping service, free of charge. Enjoy all that Edinburgh has to offer in a beautiful property with all the comforts and privacy of your own home.   Please do check out our website or give me a call and I will see if we can help find you the perfect place to stay.     The Flat Company 61A Queen Street Edinburgh EH2 4NA   0131 226 7733