Scene Study Masterclass with Director Laurel Smith
Ottawa School of Theatre
Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd., Ottawa, K1E 0A1
Working with your colleagues, we will explore the techniques of how to play a scene, including preparation, character development and scene analysis. Learn how to break down a scene into its core elements, by exploring beats, pauses, cues and other metrics. Learn how to propel a scene a with a natural rhythm and authenticity that makes the scene compelling for you, your fellow performer and your audience. This professional development workshop is for adult actors with some experience (at the professional or community theatre level.) You will be matched with a scene partner. Please come prepared to work with your partner on a scene that will be sent to you prior to the class.
Sunday, October 20, 2024
10am to 6pm
Level 3: The Actors Showcase
Kanata Acting Studio
700 March Road, Ottawa, K2K 2V9
Our Actors’ Showcase veteran director Laurel Smith is perfect for those eager to refine their performance abilities, elevate their technique, and experience the thrill of performing in front of an audience. In this immersive 7-week course, you’ll be cast in a short play or scene, engage in full rehearsals, and showcase your work in a performance for an invited audience on the final day. This unique opportunity allows you to delve into the practical aspects of acting, including rehearsal techniques, script analysis, stage blocking, and performance preparation.
Mondays
7:00 – 9:00 PM
Nov. 11 – Dec. 16
6 Sessions
Scene Study Deep Dive
Kanata Acting Studio
700 March Road, Ottawa, K2K 2V9
Join veteran director Laurel Smith for an immersive 7-week course designed for actors who are eager to refine their craft and deepen their understanding of the art of performance. This course is perfect for those who are looking to develop their acting abilities further. Throughout this comprehensive program, you’ll engage in advanced techniques that focus on delivering dialogue with authenticity and naturalism. Under Laurel’s expert guidance, you’ll explore the nuances of audition techniques, delve into character development, and master the intricacies of understanding beats and pacing in a scene.
Tuesdays
7 – 8:45 PM
Nov 5 – Dec 17
7 Sessions
Watch this page for developments from our new Playwrights Circle, a group of Ottawa playwrights who are meeting this fall to receive dramaturgical support to develop their plays.
We look forward to working with the following playwrights:
Elle Attson
Jessie Bergeron
Michael Maclean
Guy Newsham
Dramaturge: Laurel Smith
Associate Dramaturge: Matthew Behrens
Thank you to everyone who participated and attended Burning Passions Theatre’s new play, A Circle of Care, written by Laurel Smith, in collaboration with the Seniors Sharing Stories theatre troupe.
In partnership with the Rideau Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre (former Rideau High School), this project is a seniors-led theatre in the community training project, illuminating the stories of Senior members of our society, their challenges, struggles, joys and inspiration.
For production and cast information, please go to:
https://bptheatre.ca/past-productions/circle-of-care/
Watch this page for future productions with our Senior Sharing Stories project!