Improvising on Camera
A unique course focused on empowering actors to seamlessly integrate improvisation within TV and film scenes, enhancing both dialogue and action for a truly spontaneous and captivating on-screen presence.
Unlock the Power of Spontaneity and Confidence in Your Performance
Step Into the Spotlight with Confidence! Improv for the Camera is a specialized class designed for actors who want to excel in the dynamic world of film and television. This class is all about discovering the art of improvising dialogue and action within the structured framework of TV and film scripts.
What You'll Experience:
Navigating Scripted Scenes: Understand how to balance scripted material with improvisational elements, finding opportunities to add your unique touch without derailing the story.
Enhancing Screen Presence: Develop skills to react naturally and spontaneously, making your on-screen character more relatable and engaging.
Adapting to the Unexpected: Learn how to adapt quickly to changes and directions on set, turning challenges into opportunities for memorable performances.
Building Authentic Characters: Use improvisation to deepen your understanding of your character, bringing out nuances that make your portrayal more compelling.
Collaborating with Directors and Co-Actors: Improve your ability to work seamlessly with others on set, aligning improvised moments with the overall vision of the scene.
The Outcome
By the end of Improvising on Camera, you’ll be equipped with the skills to bring a fresh, organic feel to scripted scenes. You’ll gain confidence in your ability to make bold choices on camera and leave a lasting impression on your audience.
Dive into Improvising on Camera and unlock a new realm of possibilities for your on-screen performances. Let’s turn those scripted lines into moments of genuine, captivating cinema!
What You’ll Get from Improvising on Camera
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Balancing Script and Spontaneity
Discover the skill of seamlessly integrating improvisation with scripted material. This class focuses on adding personal touches to scripted scenes without altering their essence. You'll learn to enhance scenes with your unique flair, maintaining the integrity of the original script while showcasing your improvisational skills.
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Improvising Dialogue and Action
Enhance your ability to spontaneously create dialogue and actions that enrich your character and scene. This class emphasizes the development of authentic, engaging improvisations that contribute depth and realism to your performance, bridging the gap between scripted content and organic, in-the-moment creativity.
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Advanced Dialogue Techniques
Refine your improvised dialogue to sound natural and true to your character. In this class, you'll learn to articulate your character's thoughts and feelings through improvisation, mimicking real-life speech patterns and behaviors. This approach adds a layer of realism and relatability to your performance, making your character's interactions more engaging and believable.
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Fully Improvised Scenes on Camera
This class culminates your learning journey by challenging you to create and perform fully improvised scenes. Emphasizing on creativity and adaptability, you'll work collaboratively to bring spontaneous scenes to life. These sessions will be recorded on camera, providing you with valuable footage of your performance that you can keep for your portfolio or reel, demonstrating your improvisational skills and on-screen charisma.
Improv Comedy Classes in Hamilton, Ontario
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Improv for Adults
No Experience? No Problem! If you've ever been intrigued by the idea of improv but don't know where to start, Improv for Adults is your perfect starting point. This class is designed for anyone and everyone—no acting background required. Learn the basics of improvisation in a fun, supportive environment. Develop confidence, quick thinking, and perhaps discover a hidden talent for comedy.
This is an 8-class course. Each class is 3 hours.
Next Class: Tuesdays, Dec. 5 – Jan. 30, 6-9pm
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Improv for Actors
Step Up Your Acting Game! Trained actors, take note! Improv for Actors is your chance to explore the exhilarating world of improvisational comedy. This class focuses on the fundamentals of improv, helping you to think quickly on your feet, enhance your creativity, and add a new layer of dynamism to your performances. It's not just about being funny—it's about being fearless and versatile in your craft.
This is an 8-class course. Each class is 3 hours.
Next Class: Saturdays & Sundays, Jan. 6–28, 12-3pm
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Improv for the Camera
Lights, Camera, Improvise! Are you an aspiring or seasoned film and TV actor looking to add an extra edge to your on-screen performances? My Improv for the Camera class is tailor-made for you. Dive into the art of improvising dialogue and actions within the context of a scene. Enhance your screen presence, learn to react authentically on the fly, and bring your characters to life in the most unexpected ways.
This is an 4-class course. Each class is 3 hours.
Next Class: Saturdays, Feb. 3–24, 12-3pm
My Hamilton Studio
7 Landsdowne Ave, Hamilton, ON, L8L 6N3 (map)
My studio is located inside The Cotton Factory, a historic Hamilton factory that has been transformed into Hamilton’s largest creative hub.
Parking Options
Street Parking: There is plenty of street parking on Landsdowne Avenue, right near the studio. Frequently, the street parking can be blocked off due to film and TV crews filming on-site at The Cotton Factory. If that is the case, there is plenty of parking in the back lot.
Back Lot: There is a large, dedicated parking lot for The Cotton Factory tenants and guests. Enter the lot from Biggar Avenue. Once you are parked, you can exit the lot by foot through an access gate on Landsdowne Avenue.