Irish Film Actors Workshop

it their all. Participants must be over 17 with
no upper age limit and over 50s are especially welcome. If you've ever been interested in getting acting work in television
dramas, commercials and feature films and didn't know how to go about it, now is your chance to train for this kind of work by correctly learning to slate to camera, hit your marks, match continuity between shots, cold-read for films, audition for commercials, be your own agent, use engaging 10 x 8 headshots, network with castings directors, compile a showreel, get called to auditions and land the part when you get there. The Film Actors Workshop is led by Shane Munro, film producer
and actors agent who is better known for his roles in many television
ads including AIB, Yorkie, Peugeot, Braun, Supervalu, Vodafone,
Ulster Bank, Bulmers etc. but who was also executive producer on
the award winning film To Catch A Crow, Best Film at the BBC International
Film Festival in London and also screened at the Cannes Film Festival. Course director Shane says "the course will give you a practical insight into the pressures faced by screen actors and help you gain a firm grasp of the skills required to book work from auditions by taking you through the processes in-front-of the camera. We're here to show you how challenging and rewarding acting on camera really is and to shed light on the many common myths associated with the entertainment industry; "you need an agent", "you need an equity card", "you need to train for years" and all sorts of nonsense" he said. "It's a huge opportunity for anyone who has a real desire to act on camera and wants to learn how to go about it in the correct manner "

This course has won high praise from the top Casting Directors in the
business and is regarded as being the fastest route to getting acting
work in film and television without having to spend years training in drama college. While the course is intensive, it aims to develop the skills
of those taking part in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. It may be
an ideal opening for someone who has never had an opportunity to work
on the big screen but would love to receive professional guidance on-camera. Booking is essential as places are limited. To book a place or for further info call 0035374 9126994 or e-mail [email protected]



What is going to happen on this course? This workshop will demystify the process of getting work in television and film. In 3 evenings we equip the ordinary person on the street or any person involved in amateur dramatics with enough competence and ability to get acting work in the industry. We have already proved ourselves hundreds of times! There is a belief that you need to train as an actor at a recognized institution or drama college for a number of years before you can seek work as an actor. Wrong! This may be true for theatre acting, but for film and television you could be working next week if you know the important fundamentals. This course will empower you to become a stronger, more confident auditionee and will significantly improve your chances of landing a part. How will it do that? By giving you the confidence and knowledge to give a relaxed and professional audition on-camera.having fun and learning at the same time, participants will be trained to act and audition for camera then review their performances on screen. Led by a highly experienced coach, this will be a very informative, practical learning experience in a pressure free environment, we will deeper your understanding of the processes used in the industry to audition actors. If you cannot audition well, you won’t get work!. Will I need any previous experience? Absolutely not. The extraordinary thing about acting on camera is anybody can learn, fast! Obviously you will need to be curious about acting and the camera, it helps to have talent and experience but it is not essential. Never forget, this is a business - YOU are the product and you need to consistently and persistently MARKET YOURSELF. Preparation is a key principle to success. Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. This course will help you create your own luck. OK, this sounds right for me! Then let the Film Actors Workshop know as soon as possible. If you want to enquire further or book a place then act on your interest now because there are only 10 places on each course


The Film Actors Workshop......
The workshop was founded in 1997 and is affiliated to Munro Agency Ireland. It was developed by agent, producer and coach Shane Munro to offer professional camera training to individuals seeking acting opportunities in film and television. The course is geared towards individuals aged between 17 and 75yrs of age who genuinely want to pursue acting as a career or hobby. Munro Agency has been operating 12yrs and continues to cast for films and commercials on a weekly basis. (EVENING 1)
How to be Successful in Commercials:
ˆ Why do they pay better, take only 1-2 days to shoot and where do you
find them?
ˆ What to expect at auditions and how your dress sense can make a
difference.
ˆ Anticipating what the director and advertising agency want from you.
ˆ I.D. is everything! Learn how best to present yourself in front of camera
and why they don‚t care whether you have experience or not. It is 80%
luck, 20% talent.
ˆ Listening to the director and improvising in front of camera. Why you
must enjoy the audition.
* Did you know that new faces are always needed for commercials, the
money is
generally fantastic with commercial payments ranging between €3000
and €90,000 for one day of shooting!
ˆ Let us see you in action - you will be put through a series of auditions and
we will evaluate your potential by watching them back, coaching you
towards commercial success. (EVENING 2)
Starting in Films & Television: The Career Makers
ˆ Identifying the 4 types of shot size; close-up, medium shot, mcu and long shot and
knowing how to make the most of each frame composition without overdoing it. Less is more.
ˆ Delivering a unique on-camera performance in a 2/3 hander blocked scene
employing all shot sizes. Giving credibility to your persona by using reactions.
ˆ Proving you are a Cold-Reading genius by using a highly successful reading
technique.
ˆ Being dynamic, open and confident enough to sell yourself to the producers and
casting directors of these massive projects. Relieving the director of any doubts
about your ability.
ˆ Callbacks: what to expect.
ˆ Playing a role in a student short film landed you in Hollywood?!! How important are these invaluable experiences and how can they benefit you?
ˆ OK, show us what you've got! You get to play the lead role in a dramatic scene, now
all you have to do is accept direction in front of the lens. (EVENING 3)
Marketing and Self Promotion:
ˆ Seeing what fantastic headshots look like and why yours must be similar. Receiving
a professional acting sample C.V. so you can copy the layout.
ˆ Given handout of the Agents in your area including addresses and telephone no.s
Receive guidance on how best to approach an agent and establish the parameters of
the relationship.
ˆ Casting Directors pass on the work to agents, there are 7 in Ireland, you will also
receive their contact details. This info. is vital especially if you cannot persuade an
agent to accept you onto the agency books. It means you will not miss out on
auditions you are perfect for. Most trained actors have no idea how many casting
directors there are or where to find them.
ˆ Introducing the secret formula; an unknown publication only available on-line will
be disclosed during the course. It lists all the film and television drama auditions
(not commercials) coming up for both Britain and Ireland normally giving 1-2
months advance notice. Up until recently this info. was only available to agents.
ˆ Hollywood Here I Come! Yes folks, we will explain the fastest route to getting work
in Los Angeles without slaving for years in the theatre, it involves compiling a show
reel. Explained in-depth on the course. If all this ain t enough to get your blood
boilin' then don't call us, we'll call you! ALL FOOTAGE SHOT WILL BE REVIEWED ON THE LAST NIGHT WHICH MEANS
THE COURSE MAY RUN LATER THAN SCHEDULED. END TIME 11:30PM