Bongo Productions - Michael Caruana

Come train with experienced actor and coach, Michael Caruana!

Expert guidance and coaching, trusted, since 1996, at bongo productions.

DATES FOR JUNE THURSDAY NIGHT SCENE-STUDY CLASS:

JUNE 4th, 10th, 18th and 25th - 6-9 pm.

Book a FREE consultation with Michael at bongoproductions.com or contact us at (416) 294-3754.

In this Scene-study class, at my bongo productions studio, we're preparing and taping scenes, telling compelling stories, reviewing foundational process preparation techniques and analysis, with a focus on screen acting skills and technique, using 2 cameras.

Revitalize your screen acting experience!

bongo productions is a proud member of AACE! (Association of Acting Coaches and Educators)

"There are actors who pursue their objective by playing one action and that's it. Their work doesn't surprise me because it's too control-oriented. I'd rather give something of myself away. Once the scene's dynamic is starting to occur, l'll go with it and then try to shift it, too, just like you would in life. The shifting is important. Then, if I can get to the point when that's happening and I don't know what I'm doing, that's inspiration. I've done all my work and then I try to achieve this other, living dimension, the human dimension. It ceases being my work and it becomes living. If I have a chance to make interesting choices, then as long as I'm not grandstanding, I'm willing to go that route. Who knows? I've seen people go beyond anything I would have expected of them. Life can accomplish anything, any size, any dimension - it's all human."

-John Turturro, The Actor Speaks

“Another word of counsel about watching the creative work of others. Begin to exercise your sense of truth by looking, first of all, for the good points. In studying another’s work, limit yourself to the role of a mirror and say honestly whether or not you believe in what you have seen and heard and point out particularly the moments that were most convincing to you.”
- Tortsov, An Actor Prepares, by Constantin Stanislavsky

Come train with actor and coach, Michael Caruana. Expert guidance and coaching, trusted, since 1996, at bongo productions.

Sign up for any of the 3 steps our comprehensive CERTIFICATE PROGRAM!

STEP 1: PRIVATE COACHING - 6x1hr sessions, learn or re-enforce the essentials, with trusted analysis techniques and direction, we go deep. We prepare and tape four contrasting monologues.

STEP 2: SEMIPRIVATE, SCENE-STUDY, OPTION 2: 3x2hr sessions. I partner you, we review and apply the preparation techniques from Step 1. We tape 2 scenes with playback, notes and direction, with a focus on on-camera technique - living the scene! Add to your reel!

STEP 2, 2nd OPTION: Thursday night SCENE STUDY CLASS A challenging and inspirational class applying fundamental analysis to compelling scenes. Each actor prepares and tapes 2 scenes, with coaching and using 2 cameras. Perfect for beginners to build a stable foundation and working professionals to sharpen acting tools, with a playful vibe.

STEP 3: THE SUCCESSFUL AUDITIONS WORKSHOP - 2 days, all about auditioning plus SELF-TAPE AUDITIONS, for commercials and film and TV series, we tape your 2 auditions, with critique, coaching, direction and demonstration. Repeats every 3rd month at bongo productions.

Private Coaching.
Scene-study.
Audition Technique.

Comprehensive training with our Certificate Program.

Professional coaching, with Michael Caruana, at bongo productions, trusted, since 1996!

www.bongoproductions.com

This is part 2 of the interview I did a couple of weeks ago with successful and enthusiastic actor, Ryan O’Neil!

One of my former students here at bongoproductions.

This time, we take an in-depth look at his thoughts on the Private Coaching classes, why he recommends it, and I also give a more detailed explanation of my approach and my Certificate Program.

It only takes an experienced, trusted coach for you to start booking more roles!

If you're interested in advancing, starting, or catapulting your career, sign up for any of the 3 steps our comprehensive CERTIFICATE PROGRAM!

STEP 1: PRIVATE COACHING - 6x1hr sessions

Learn or re-enforce the essentials, with trusted analysis techniques and direction, we go deep. We prepare and tape four contrasting monologues.

STEP 2: SEMIPRIVATE, SCENE-STUDY, OPTION 2: 3x2hr sessions.

I partner you, we review and apply the preparation techniques from Step 1. We tape 2 scenes with playback, notes and direction, with a focus on on-camera technique - living the scene!

Add to your reel!

STEP 2, 2nd OPTION: Thursday Night SCENE STUDY CLASS

A challenging and inspirational class applying fundamental analysis to compelling scenes. Each actor prepares and tapes 2 scenes, with coaching and using 2 cameras. Perfect for beginners to build a stable foundation and working professionals to sharpen acting tools, with a playful vibe.

STEP 3: THE SUCCESSFUL AUDITIONS WORKSHOP - 2 days

It's all about auditioning plus SELF-TAPE AUDITIONS, for commercials and film and TV series, we tape your 2 auditions, with critique, coaching, direction and demonstration.

(Contact us for June dates!)

Professional coaching, with Michael Caruana, at bongo productions, trusted since 1996!

For more contact us at:

(416) 294-3754
or,
www.bongoproductions.com to book a FREE consultation with Michael!

A few weeks ago I had the chance to reunite with one of my former students. The talented, energetic and successful Ryan O'Neill.

We were able to do an interview with him about his journey, his goals, and how the beginning of his success started right here at bongoproductions.

It only takes an experienced, trusted coach for you to start booking more roles!

If you're interested in advancing, starting, or catapulting your career, sign up for any of the 3 steps our comprehensive CERTIFICATE PROGRAM!

STEP 1: PRIVATE COACHING - 6x1hr sessions

Learn or re-enforce the essentials, with trusted analysis techniques and direction, we go deep. We prepare and tape four contrasting monologues.

STEP 2: SEMIPRIVATE, SCENE-STUDY, OPTION 2: 3x2hr sessions.

I partner you, we review and apply the preparation techniques from Step 1. We tape 2 scenes with playback, notes and direction, with a focus on on-camera technique - living the scene!
Add to your reel!

STEP 2, 2nd OPTION: Thursday Night SCENE STUDY CLASS

A challenging and inspirational class applying fundamental analysis to compelling scenes. Each actor prepares and tapes 2 scenes, with coaching and using 2 cameras. Perfect for beginners to build a stable foundation and working professionals to sharpen acting tools, with a playful vibe.

NEW DATES FOR MAY: 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th

STEP 3: THE SUCCESSFUL AUDITIONS WORKSHOP - 2 days

It's all about auditioning plus SELF-TAPE AUDITIONS, for commercials and film and TV series, we tape your 2 auditions, with critique, coaching, direction and demonstration.

(Contact us for June dates!)

Professional coaching, with Michael Caruana, at bongo productions, trusted since 1996!

For more contact us at:

(416) 294-3754

or,

www.bongoproductions.com to book a FREE consultation with Michael!

Make your career bloom! Call your coach!!!

THURSDAY NIGHT SCENE-STUDY CLASS

MAY 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th - 6-9 pm. 🎬🎥🎭

Sign up at bongoproductions.com or contact us at (416) 294-3754

In this Scene-study class, at my bongo productions studio, we’re preparing and taping scenes, telling compelling stories, reviewing foundational process preparation techniques and analysis, with a focus on screen acting skills and technique, using 2 cameras.

Sign up now to revitalize your screen acting experience.

Let’s talk about your part!

“Let’s talk about your part. You will work it out for yourself, and what’s more, you’ll do it right. If you have done all the work you say you have and if the part is within your range, you cannot fail. Work and patience never fail.”

“Notice everything around you – watch yourself cheerfully. Collect and save in your soul all the riches of life and the fullness of it. Keep those memories in order. You can never tell when you will need them, but they are your only friends and teachers in your craft. They are your only paints and brushes. And they will bring you reward. They are yours – your own property. They are not imitations and they will give you experience, precision, economy, and power.”

- Richard Boleslavsky, Acting, The First Six Lessons

Come train with experienced actor and coach, Michael Caruana. Expert guidance and coaching, trusted, since 1996, at bongo productions.

Comprehensive training with the three steps of our CERTIFICATE PROGRAM.

Private Coaching
Scene-study
Audition Technique

Professional coaching, with Michael Caruana, at bongo productions, trusted, since 1996!

bongo productions is a proud member of AACE! (Association of Acting Coaches and Educators)

(416) 294-3754
www.bongoproductions.com

First Build the Canoe

"I don't care when you learn the lines. And don't try to learn them in relation to the emotion you think you should have.

First build a canoe and then put it on the water, and whatever the water does, the canoe follows. The text is the canoe, but you must begin by putting the emphasis on the stormy river. I can't be any clearer than that."

- Sanford Meisner, On Acting

NEW CLASS DATES FOR THE SUCCESSFUL AUDITIONS WORKSHOP:

APRIL 18th & 19th, 10 am - 2 pm

A bongo classic!

In this two-day workshop, you’ll dive into auditioning and self-taping for commercials, film, and TV.

You’ll get hands-on coaching, honest feedback, and guidance that builds your confidence and sharpens your skills while learning about the industry.

Use your taped auditions to elevate your reel, impress casting directors, and book more roles!

Come train with actor and coach, Michael Caruana. Expert guidance and coaching, trusted, since 1996, at bongo productions.

Private Coaching Scene-study.
Audition Technique.
Comprehensive training with our Certificate Program.

Expert coaching, with Michael Caruana, at bongo productions, trusted, since 1996!

Contact us for more information at:
(416) 294-3754
www.bongoproductions.com

Welcome to bongo productions!
My heartfelt objective is to help actors uncover and embody truth in their work—truth that resonates, moves, and connects.

Whether it’s on stage or on screen, my goal is to support actors in finding their unique voice, deepening their craft, and building the confidence to bring their full selves to every role. I want to create a space where exploration is safe, challenges are welcome, and growth is inevitable—so that every performance feels honest, alive, and deeply human.

NEW DATES FOR APRIL SCENE-STUDY CLASS - THURSDAYS, MAY 7, 14, 21, 28 -6-9pm. 🎬🎥🎭

In this Scene-study class, we’re preparing and taping scenes, telling compelling stories, reviewing foundational process preparation techniques. I coach you on-camera, focusing on screen acting skills and technique. We’re using 2 cameras.

I offer an inspirational class, exploring the range and development of your talent.

Sign up now to revitalize your screen acting experience. The cost for this series of 4, 3 hr classes is $299 +tx.

For more information or to sign up, call or text: 416 294-3754 or email: [email protected]

Come train with actor and coach, Michael Caruana. Expert guidance and coaching, trusted, since 1996, at bongo productions.

Private Coaching.
Scene-study.
Audition Technique.

Comprehensive training with our Certificate Program.

bongo productions is a proud member of AACE! (Association of Acting Coaches and Educators)
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