There's No Such Thing as Character | Workshops

Dates: 30 November 2019 10.30-13.30

14 December 2019 10.30-13.30

Price: £22

A startling and fresh viewpoint on acting and how to do it. Evolved from Chris New's experience as a working actor this weekly class cuts through the myths and mysticisms that surround acting and delivers a clear, concise process which encourages you to remove the mask of character and, instead, have the confidence to trust what is already within you.

This workshop is available for: ACTOR MEMBERS to participate

Workshop tier: ALL LEVELS

For more information on the tiers, please visit https://www.actorscentre.co.uk/news/new-workshop-tiers

Participants are encouraged to attend the complete cycle of 6 classes, but it is possible to drop in mid-cycle.

Class six - 21 September
Programming and Running the Machine

Participants will be given a scene to learn, the class will work as a full rehearsal room. This will be an ambitious and fast moving class where a participants pre-class preparation will pay off as we attempt to bring a scene to completion.

Class one - 12 October

First Principles

This is a Foundation class to introduce you to Chris’ theories and techniques by defining the purpose of Narrative and the role of the actor. Bring a notepad and a clear head.

Class two - 19 October

Rudiments 1 - Action and the Body

A physically engaged class (wear something comfortable) which will focus on allowing the whole body to communicate with an audience.

Class three - 2 November

Rudiments 2 - Voice and Body

Precise vocal technique is vital for the modern actor. Encouraging your natural vocal abilities, the class will give you practical steps toward vocal release and confidence building.

Class four - 16 November

Into Action 1 - Colliding Narratives

Introduction to using text and developing the dramatic stakes in the minds of the audience. Texts will be sent out the week before to allow participants to become familiar.

Class five - 30 November

Into Action 2 -Single Viewpoint Narratives (Monologues, poems, etc)

The single viewpoint narrative is the hardest to carry off but, it can be the most rewarding. It’s a tightrope walk. Allowing yourself to be really seen by an audience and to welcome their dramatic judgement. Participants will be required to have a monologue or poem to present and rehearse.

Class six - 14 December

Programming and Running the Machine

Chris trained at RADA and made his debut starring in the West End revival of BENT, for which he was nominated for an Evening Standard Theatre Award. He has lead companies at the National Theatre, The Young Vic and the RSC and starred in the critically acclaimed WEEKEND. He has also written numerous plays and the indie-hit feature film CHICKEN.

Cancellation Policy

If you are unable to make a workshop you have booked, we cannot transfer bookings. You must cancel and rebook. If a member is eligible for a refund, you will receive an automated refund into your Actors Centre account. We do not refund onto payment cards or into bank accounts. Any refund will incur a £2.00 administration charge which will be debited from your Actors Centre account.

You can request 100% of the workshop cost refunded to your account, less the £2.00 administration charge, up to two weeks before the event or workshop’s scheduled start date. If you provide less than two weeks’ notice for a cancellation, the below charges will apply.

An 80% refund will be credited to your Actors’ Centre account and can be requested up to two working days (96 hours) before the event or workshop’s scheduled start. No refunds can be processed after this time unless we are able to resell your place from a waiting list.

These workshops are for members of the Actors Centre. For more information on how to join please click here.