Essential Skills Workshops


Black & Blue Eyed Productions series of essential skills workshops is designed to give actors the knowledge, skills and confidence to develop their techniques and grow their ability to deliver convincing performances.   Delivered by talented and experienced theatre trainers and coaches, these workshops are seriously good value for money:


Drama Class:  Finding A Character


Cambridge Arts Theatre

Saturday 19 July 2008

10.00am to 4.30pm

Cost: £40.00

Age requirement 16+

To book email: steve@blackandblueeyedproductions.co.uk

Or telephone: 07770 484 330

This fun and very practical workshop is designed to help you develop your ability to create a character. Course leader Mhari Gallagher will guide you through character development techniques including:

Stanislavskian acting technique
Jacques Lecoq’s 7 levels of tension

Prepare to be challenged throughout this active day. It has been designed for those with some acting experience, aiming to build on your existing knowledge and skills. Discover ways to bring a character to life and make it your own. Techniques will be demonstrated by Mhari’s team, and you’ll have plenty of opportunity to try them yourself.

Mhari Gallagher has an MA in Theatre Direction. She has worked as a freelance director and workshop leader, and since October 2006, has been Education Manager at Cambridge Arts Theatre.  Mhari has designed and delivered workshops for companies including Cheek By Jowl, The Birmingham Stage Company and The National Theatre.