Morning session:
- Brief introduction
- Individual 'mock auditions/mock rehearsal' 1 on 1 (an authentic replication of what you might expect in a Musical casting situation or in the rehearsal room)
- Group session: An in-depth talk about what is expected of a performer in the casting process and rehearsal room and then what Paul would expect as Artistic Director.

Lunch

Afternoon session:
- Second round of 'mock auditions or mock rehearsal' 1 on 1 having had an hour or so to digest the notes from the morning session
- Group review of the tapes with Your constructive feedback
- Group Q & A session.

Paul is Artistic Director of the Turbine Theatre at The Battersea Power Station and of MTFestUK, a festival celebrating the process of writing musicals.
He was previously Artistic Director of The Other Palace Theatre in Victoria and Advisory Producer to Andrew Lloyd Webber and the Really Useful Groups. Paul trained at Bath Spa University and the National Youth Theatre. He is recipient of the Stage One Bursary and Start Up fund for young producers and currently runs the last standing weekly repertory play season in the UK at the Manor Pavilion Theatre in Sidmouth from June to September every year. This Summer he is taking the #HonestAmy to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Fran Cattaneo is the current senior casting assistant to Heather Basten CSA CDG, based in London. She has assisted on a variety of screen work, such as International Emmy-nominated Dreaming Whilst Black for BBC and A24, Luna Carmoon's debut feature Hoard, and House of Spoils with leads Ariana DeBose and Barbie Ferreira for Blumhouse. Her first casting director credit was for the short film, Octopus, which screened at the 2022 BFI Flare Festival. Coming from a predominately theatre background, Fran has also been lucky enough to assist Heather with three stage productions at The Bush Theatre - Fair Play, Red Pitch and House of Ife.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Gabby has worked with Shaheen Baig for over 5 years. Working across both film and tv project such as Peaky Blinders, GIRI / Haji, How to Build a Girl and Adult Material.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Laura MacFadden is Theo Park's associate and together they recently worked on the Emmy award-winning series TED LASSO!

Theo Park comes from a background in production & agenting. Once an associate of Nina Gold, Theo has cast wide and varied projects such as SIGHTSEERS, HIGH RISE both dir. Ben Wheatley, PADDINGTON dir. Paul King and FAR FROM THE MADDING CROWD dir. Thomas Vinterberg. Recent film credits include MGM’s THE HUSTLE & the Netflix original CALIBRE. She received an Emmy for her work casting Warner Bros’/Apple’s smash hit show TED LASSO. Other recent TV credits include MASTER OF NONE Season 3 dir. Aziz Ansari & Amazon’s LORD OF THE RINGS.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Millie is currently at Rachel Freck casting. She started her career with Casting Director Gemma Sykes, after an internship with Dan Hubbard. She then moved over to talent management, and spent nearly two years at Independent Talent Group, before joining Sam Jones Casting at the beginning of 2020. She is currently working on projects for Amazon, ITV, the BBC and The National.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

WHAT IS THE COURSE ABOUT?
This course is aimed at professional actors who are looking to hone and perfect their audition skills. Everyone starts at Level 1, regardless of experience. The level 1 course is taught by Michael, who runs Mixing Networks. He uses his knowledge and experience of working with casting directors for the last 10+ years and gives actors the most up to date information. The course will go in depth about auditioning for drama, soaps and comedy with each script presenting a common pitfall so actors know how to avoid them going forward.

IN THE ROOM COURSE
Once a week for 3 weeks, a small group of actors will be given a script to prepare to be put on tape one by one. The whole class will then review each tape and critique it.
The course will cover auditioning for drama, soaps, comedy and eventually end with a cold reading class. Each class will last approx. 4 hours.

We are confident everyone will finish the level 1 course with a better understanding of what casting directors are looking for. You then have the option to put your new skills and knowledge into practice by joining the level 2 class upon completing level 1.

The course dates run as follows:
Monday 03/04/23 6pm - 10pm
Monday 17/04/23 6pm - 10pm
Monday 24/04/23 6pm - 10pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all 3 classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back. If you are feeling unwell and can't make a class, you can make up the class another block.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Olissa Rogers is an independent casting director. Her recent credits include African Queens: Njinga and the feature film Coyote. Before that she worked as an associate for at Fiona Weir Casting. And before that she worked as a casting associate to Amy Hubbard and Theo Park working on TV shows such as Ted Lasso. She began working in the industry back in Germany in 2008. She worked there until 2016 mainly on TV Series. In 2016 she met casting director, Jeremy Zimmermann, and went to be casting assistant for him on several films until 2018. She then moved on to become casting assistant to Kharmel Cochrane for commercials and TV/Film projects.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

WHAT IS THE COURSE ABOUT?
This course is aimed at professional actors who are looking to hone and perfect their audition skills. Everyone starts at Level 1, regardless of experience. The level 1 course is taught by Michael, who runs Mixing Networks. He uses his knowledge and experience of working with casting directors for the last 10+ years and gives actors the most up to date information. The course will go in depth about auditioning for drama, soaps and comedy with each script presenting a common pitfall so actors know how to avoid them going forward.

IN THE ROOM COURSE
Once a week for 3 weeks, a small group of actors will be given a script to prepare to be put on tape one by one. The whole class will then review each tape and critique it.
The course will cover auditioning for drama, soaps, comedy and eventually end with a cold reading class. Each class will last approx. 4 hours.

We are confident everyone will finish the level 1 course with a better understanding of what casting directors are looking for. You then have the option to put your new skills and knowledge into practice by joining the level 2 class upon completing level 1.

The course dates run as follows:
Tuesday 04/04/23 1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 11/04/23 1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 18/04/23 1pm - 5pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all 3 classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back. If you are feeling unwell and can't make a class, you will have the option to make up the missed class another block.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

This is the Masterclass on camera class that you must be approved to join.

The course dates run as follows:
Tuesday 04/04/23 6pm-10pm
Tuesday 11/04/23 6pm-10pm
Tuesday 18/04/23 6pm-10pm
Tuesday 25/04/23 6pm-10pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back. If you are feeling unwell and can't make a class, you will have the option to send in a self tape for personal feedback.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

This is the level 3 on camera class that you must be approved to join.

The course dates run as follows:
Wednesday 05/04/23 1pm-5pm
Wednesday 12/04/23 1pm-5pm
Wednesday 19/04/23 1pm-5pm
Wednesday 26/04/23 1pm-5pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all the classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back. If you are feeling unwell and can't make a class, you will have the option to send in a self tape for personal feedback.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

This is the level 3 on camera class that you must be approved to join.

The course dates run as follows:
Wednesday 05/04/23 6pm-10pm
Wednesday 12/04/23 6pm-10pm
Wednesday 19/04/23 6pm-10pm
Wednesday 26/04/23 6pm-10pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back. If you are feeling unwell and can't make a class, you will have the option to send in a self tape for personal feedback.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

This is the level 2 class, that you must have completed a Level 1 block to able to join. Level 2 covers auditioning in more detail and puts all the skills gained in level 1 into practice.

The course dates run as follows:
Wednesday 05/04/23 6pm-10pm
Wednesday 12/04/23 6pm-10pm
Wednesday 19/04/23 6pm-10pm
Wednesday 26/04/23 6pm-10pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all the classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back. If you are feeling unwell and can't make a class, you will have the option to send in a self tape for personal feedback.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

This is the level 2 class, that you must have completed a Level 1 block to able to join. Level 2 covers auditioning in more detail and puts all the skills gained in level 1 into practice.

The course dates run as follows:
Thursday 06/04/23 1pm-5pm
Thursday 13/04/23 1pm-5pm
Thursday 20/04/23 1pm-5pm
Thursday 27/04/23 1pm-5pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all the classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back. If you are feeling unwell and can't make a class, you will have the option to send in a self tape for personal feedback.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

This is a 2-part class which will focus more on 'on set' training. The sides are always drama and you will be working with another actor on camera with a director there to help you. Each week will be a different script. Everyone stays in the room the whole time watching on TV. The footage is uploaded and sent after.

The course dates run as follows:
Thursday 06/04/23 2pm - 5pm
Thursday 13/04/23 2pm - 5pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend both classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

This is the level 3 on camera class that you must be approved to join.

The course dates run as follows:
Thursday 06/04/23 6pm-10pm
Thursday 13/04/23 6pm-10pm
Thursday 20/04/23 6pm-10pm
Thursday 27/04/23 6pm-10pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back. If you are feeling unwell and can't make a class, you will have the option to send in a self tape for personal feedback.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

This is the level 2 & 3 combined self tape camera class. Each actor will self tape at home and submit their tape for review over zoom.

The course dates run as follows:
Thursday 06/04/23 6pm-9pm
Thursday 13/04/23 6pm-9pm
Thursday 20/04/23 6pm-9pm
Thursday 27/04/23 6pm-9pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Layla is a casting director. She began her Film & TV casting career in 2010, as an assistant for casting director Shaheen Baig, progressing to the role of Associate. She has acted as co-casting director while at SBC on various projects such as ‘Peaky Blinders’ & ‘God’s Own Country’. She was nominated alongside Shaheen Baig & Yôko Narahashi at the 2020 TV BAFTAs for Best Scripted Casting for ‘Giri/Haji’, and also won an RTS award for Casting for the same project. Most recent credits & work include ‘The Phantom of the Open’ directed by Craig Roberts, Clio Barnard’s ‘Ali & Ava’, and Sally El-Hosaini’s upcoming feature ‘The Swimmers’.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

This is the level 2 class, that you must have completed a Level 1 block to able to join. Level 2 covers auditioning in more detail and puts all the skills gained in level 1 into practice.

The course dates run as follows:
Friday 07/04/23 11am-3pm
Friday 14/04/23 11am-3pm
Friday 21/04/23 11am-3pm
Friday 28/04/23 11am-3pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all the classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back. If you are feeling unwell and can't make a class, you will have the option to send in a self tape for personal feedback.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Amy Jackson is a freelance Casting Director. Before that she worked as Associate for Amy Hubbard. She started her casting career working full time with Sasha Robertson and has gone on to work in a freelance capacity with some hugely respected Casting Directors, such as Kate Rhodes James, Rachel Freck, Julie Harkin, Jina Jay, Kate Dowd, Gemma Sykes, Rachel Sheridan, amongst others. Her most recent credits include, ‘In My Skin’ (BBC), The Other One (BBC), Four Weddings and a Funeral (Hulu), Flack Series 2 (Pop and UKTV) She is currently working on a high profile and confidential project for a major streaming service with Amy Hubbard.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Rory is a Casting Associate who is currently working with Dan Hubbard Casting. Rory started as a studio assistant then studio manager at a casting studio called Nash Studio and was lucky enough to work on some incredible feature films, tv shows and commercials that initially ignited his desire to work in casting. After 2 and a half years he moved to Spotlight. He used his time there to meet other casting directors and to use Spotlight's resources to learn as much as he could about the industry and actors. He left Spotlight after a year and went straight into casting offices working in commercials, tv and film and hasn't really stopped since. He has worked with casting directors including Andy Morgan, Suzanne Smith, Lauren Evans and Reg Poerscout Edgerton. His credits include Luther (BBC), Good Omens (BBC/AMAZON), Rocketman (PARAMOUNT/MARV FILMS), Men In Black: International (SONY), The Dark Crystal (NETFLIX) Jingle Jangle (NETFLIX) Elizabeth Is Missing (BBC) and Guy Ritchie’s new film Wrath Of Man (MIRAMAX)

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

Emma is currently apart of the in house BBC casting team. Prior to working at the BBC Emma cast projects for RSA films (Ridley Scott Associates) and social enterprise film production company Signature Pictures.

This 4-part course will go in-depth into the Casting Process for continuing drama we will look at the types of roles and how casting teams cast roles for continuing dramas.

THE COURSE WILL RUN ON THE DATES AS FOLLOWS:

MONDAY THE 17TH OF APRIL 2023 10am-1pm
WEDNESDAY THE 19TH OF APRIL 2023 10am-1pm
MONDAY THE 24TH OF APRIL 2023 10am-1pm
WEDNESDAY THE 26TH OF APRIL 2O23 10am-1pm

First session
Demystifying Casting Process for continuing drama we will look at the types of roles we cast and how we look for them.
Introductions - creating a safe working space in order for the actor attending to thrive and do their best work
Script work & audition preparation overview creating a bespoke approach to both self tape & in person auditions.
Actors sent home with a script to work on

Second Session
Workshopping scripts and scenes with a reader & Emma's Direction
Actors asked to self tape workshopped scenes

Third Session
Review Tapes
Actors set a second script to work on

Fourth Session
Perform Scenes from the second script
5 minute one to ones with Emma

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

In this one-off workshop, Charlotte Thornton will demonstrate how actors can better play the cards they’ve been dealt. With a 360 degree of the industry, and having fulfilled her dream of performing on the West End, Charlotte shares lessons from her successes, but also the lessons from her failures. Don’t leave it to fate or to your agent, Talent isn’t Enough, and take charge of your career. The industry won’t be less competitive, but you will be ahead of the competition.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Gabby has worked with Shaheen Baig for over 5 years. Working across both film and tv project such as Peaky Blinders, GIRI / Haji, How to Build a Girl and Adult Material.

This is a two part workshop over the course of two separate dates so please make sure you’re available for both dates. They will be broken down as:

Session 1 - Monday 17th of April 2023- 7pm-10pm
You will be sent sides which you will need to prepare, the workshop will run like a first-round mock casting audition. You will then be given feedback and re-direction. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards

Session 2 - Monday 24th of April 2023- 7pm-10pm
You will then return with the recall sides for the scene you did the week previously taking in mind the feedback you were given. You will then put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards. IN THIS SESSION YOU WILL GET SPOTLIGHT FEEDBACK

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Ella works for Dan Hubbard Casting. Recent credits include: 'Midas Man' (Brian Epstein biopic) and Guy Ritchie’s ‘Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre’ for Miramax.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

HOW THE EVENT WORKS:

- Everyone is given a 12 minute time block upon booking

- You have the option to submit a self tape to be reviewed by the agents (no more than 1 and a half minutes in length)

- The agent will review and give feedback on your spotlight page

- You will get to ask any questions you want answers to in your allocated time block with the agents

This is a 2-part class which will focus more on 'on set' training. The sides are always drama and you will be working with another actor on camera with a director there to help you. Each week will be a different script. Everyone stays in the room the whole time watching on TV. The footage is uploaded and sent after.

The course dates run as follows:
Thursday 20/04/23 2pm - 5pm
Thursday 27/04/23 2pm - 5pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend both classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person short course. Throughout the 4 week course, our aim is to work on a variety of the different audition experiences that actors encounter during the casting process.Everyone is put on tape throughout the course and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Sophie is a casting director recently gone out on her own. She was previously a casting associate at Des Hamilton Casting. She started out working as a casting associate at Hubbard Casting with Ros and John Hubbard, where she worked on films such as 'Journey's End', 'Hurricane' and 'The More You Ignore Me'. Her most recent credits include Netflix's 'The King', 'Top Boy Series 3' and the Oscar nominated film 'Jojo Rabbit'.

The course dates run as follows:

Thursday 20/04/2023 6:30pm-9:30pm
Thursday 27/04/2023 6:30pm-9:30pm
Thursday 04/05/2023 6:30pm-9:30pm
Thursday 11/05/2023 6:30pm-9:30pm

Week 1 - Day player roles
Week 2 - Lead roles
Week 3 - Recall technique/ prep
Week 4 - Chemistry reads

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Rae Hendrie is a Casting Director who has been working in casting in tv and film for the last 10 years. In 2022, after 7 years at Julie Harkin Casting, Rae has started her own company, Rae Casting. She has worked with Jill Trevellick, Nina Gold and Nicky Bligh. TV projects which she has worked on recently include Fortitude (SKY Atlantic), War and Peace (BBC) and Lucky Man series 1 (SKY 1).

The day will consist of the following:

Morning session:
- Brief introduction
- Individual 'mock auditions' 1 on 1 (an authentic replication of what you might expect in a TV casting situation/ with re direction.)
- Group session: An in depth talk about what is expected of an actor in the audition room and how you might improve your level of preparation like how to break down a scene

Lunch

Afternoon session:
- Second round of 'mock auditions' with a different script 1.
- Group review of the tapes with Rae's constructive feedback
- Group Q & A session

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

Kristina Erdely is a London based producer and casting director with over 25 years experience in the industry.
Kristina’s recent television work includes David Finchers BAFTA winning Love, Death and Robots series for Netflix, for which she was nominated in the category of ‘Best Casting’ at the Artios Awards 2020. Other TV includes: The Royals for NBC / Lionsgate, and Blood Drive, a longform series for Syfy in the US, The Drowning for Channel 5 and All3 Meida.
Kristina’s recent film work includes the award-winning Eaten by Lions, directed by Jason Wingard, winner of ‘Best Film’ at the London Indian Film Awards and currently broadcast on Sky Cinema. Talent includes BAFTA winner Asim Chaudhry, Johnny Vegas and Antonio Aakeel who received the prestigious ‘Screen Star of Tomorrow’ after the film’s success.

*PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED TO DOWNLOAD THE ZOOM APP AND HAVE A STRONG INTERNET CONNECTION TO GET THE MOST OUT OF THIS WORKSHOP. IS IT ALSO RECOMMENDED YOU HAVE A LAPTOP AND WEBCAM BUT YOU CAN USE YOUR PHONE AS AN ALTERNATIVE*

HOW THE WORKSHOP WILL WORK
Actors will be assigned a scene or assigned a selection of scenes to choose from to self tape and submit back. The whole class will then join an online zoom meeting where each self tape is played back and critiqued one by one by the casting director. The session will then end in a Q&A.

Please pay attention to the cut off times of when you can get your credit back and when the event closes to new bookings.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

Laura Dickens is an experienced Theatre Producer , Trustee and Higher Education Senior Manager with a background as a Casting Director. Master of Arts with Distinction in Creative Producing from Royal Central School and Speech and Drama (2021). Possessing Management, financial, contractual and people management skills.

In this one-off workshop, you will explore topics of Organisational set-up, branding, venue hire, marketing, finances and fundraising.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Kat Edmonds is a Casting Assistant at KRJ Casting (Kate Rhodes James CDG CSA). Her recent credits include My Lady Jane (Amazon), Napoleon (Apple), House of the Dragon (HBO Max). As Children’s Casting Associate - Crossfire (BBC), Trying (BBC/Apple). She was previously a casting assistant for Jessica Ronane CDG, working on children’s casting for the musicals School of Rock and Matilda in the West End, as well as various projects for JRC and The Old Vic.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Peter works with Kate Rhodes James, at Kate Rhodes James Casting, as well as in other offices such as Stuart Burt, Pearson Casting, Heather Basten and Annelie Powell.
Stuart Burt casting can currently be seen in London with The Seagull, Cabaret, & Juliet and The Drifters Girl in the West End and Sister Act at Eventim Apollo and on tour with Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Singin’ in the Rain.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Simon works with Dan Hubbard, at Dan Hubbard Casting. Simon plugged away as an actor for 10 years, before deciding to sidestep into the world of casting. His main motivation is to create a comfortable & collaborative environment where actors can truly achieve their full potential at an audition.
Credits include announced but yet to be released feature films, Canary Black, directed by Pierre Morel & starring Kate Beckinsale, The Pope's Exorcist, directed by Julius Avery & starring Russell Crowe, Sand & Stones, directed by Benjamin Brewer & starring Nicolas Cage & Magpie, directed by Sam Yates & starring Daisy Ridley.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

WHAT IS THE COURSE ABOUT?
This course is aimed at professional actors who are looking to hone and perfect their audition skills. Everyone starts at Level 1, regardless of experience. The level 1 course is taught by Michael, who runs Mixing Networks. He uses his knowledge and experience of working with casting directors for the last 10+ years and gives actors the most up to date information. The course will go in depth about auditioning for drama, soaps and comedy with each script presenting a common pitfall so actors know how to avoid them going forward.

IN THE ROOM COURSE
Once a week for 3 weeks, a small group of actors will be given a script to prepare to be put on tape one by one. The whole class will then review each tape and critique it.
The course will cover auditioning for drama, soaps, comedy and eventually end with a cold reading class. Each class will last approx. 4 hours.

We are confident everyone will finish the level 1 course with a better understanding of what casting directors are looking for. You then have the option to put your new skills and knowledge into practice by joining the level 2 class upon completing level 1.

The course dates run as follows:
Monday 08/05/23 6pm - 10pm
Monday 15/05/23 6pm - 10pm
Monday 22/05/23 6pm - 10pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all 3 classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back. If you are feeling unwell and can't make a class, you can make up the class another block.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

WHAT IS THE COURSE ABOUT?
This course is aimed at professional actors who are looking to hone and perfect their audition skills. Everyone starts at Level 1, regardless of experience. The level 1 course is taught by Michael, who runs Mixing Networks. He uses his knowledge and experience of working with casting directors for the last 10+ years and gives actors the most up to date information. The course will go in depth about auditioning for drama, soaps and comedy with each script presenting a common pitfall so actors know how to avoid them going forward.

IN THE ROOM COURSE
Once a week for 3 weeks, a small group of actors will be given a script to prepare to be put on tape one by one. The whole class will then review each tape and critique it.
The course will cover auditioning for drama, soaps, comedy and eventually end with a cold reading class. Each class will last approx. 4 hours.

We are confident everyone will finish the level 1 course with a better understanding of what casting directors are looking for. You then have the option to put your new skills and knowledge into practice by joining the level 2 class upon completing level 1.

The course dates run as follows:
Tuesday 09/05/23 1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 16/05/23 1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 23/05/23 1pm - 5pm

Please note that once you have signed up, you are expected to attend all 3 classes and if you miss a class, you will not get any credit back. If you are feeling unwell and can't make a class, you will have the option to make up the missed class another block.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

*PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED TO DOWNLOAD THE ZOOM APP BEFORE THE START OF THE FIRST CLASS. IT IS ALSO REQUIRED YOU HAVE A LAPTOP THAT HAS A WEBCAM IN ORDER TO DO THIS CLASS. IT IS ALSO ADVISED YOU HAVE A STRONG INTERNET CONNECTION TO GET THE MOST OUT OF THIS CLASS*

WHAT IS THE COURSE ABOUT?
This course is aimed at professional actors who are looking to hone and perfect their audition skills. Everyone starts at Level 1, regardless of experience. This level 1 course is taught by Alastair, who has been teaching at Mixing Networks for 5 years. The course will go in depth about auditioning for drama, soaps and comedy with each script presenting a common pitfall so actors know how to avoid them going forward.

SELF TAPE COURSE
This is the self tape variation of the level 1 course. Once a week for 3 weeks, a small group of actors will be given a script to self tape and submit. The whole class will then review each tape and critique it. Everyone is given homework to do after each class. This particular course will cover the technical sides of self taping such as eye lines and lighting. Each class will last approx. 3 hours.

We are confident everyone will finish the level 1 course with a better understanding of what casting directors are looking for. You then have the option to put your new skills and knowledge into practice by joining the level 2 class upon completing level 1.

The course dates run as follows:
Tuesday 09/05/23 6pm - 9pm
Tuesday 16/05/23 6pm - 9pm
Tuesday 23/05/23 6pm - 9pm

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

Harriet is currently working as the Casting Associate for Lime Pictures casting full time for Hollyoaks as well as international projects such as the new Netflix release Zero Chill. With over 10 years’ experience, working with the in-house Casting Departments at ITV, BBC and Lime Pictures and freelance, Harriet has gained extensive experience and understanding of the casting process across Soap, Drama and Entertainment. A selection of credits includes: Hollyoaks (Lime Pictures), Zero Chill (Netflix), Coronation Street (ITV), Casualty (BBC), The Evermoor Chronicles (Disney), Genius - Picasso (FOX).

*THIS IS AN ONLINE WORKSHOP HELD OVER ZOOM. PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED A STRONG INTERNET CONNECTION TO GET THE MOST OUT OF THIS WORKSHOP. IS IT ALSO RECOMMENDED YOU HAVE A LAPTOP AND WEBCAM BUT YOU CAN USE YOUR PHONE AS AN ALTERNATIVE*

HOW THE WORKSHOP WILL WORK
Actors will be assigned a scene or assigned a selection of scenes to choose from to self tape and submit back. The whole class will then join an online zoom meeting where each self tape is played back and critiqued one by one by the casting director. The session will then end in a Q&A.

Please pay attention to the cut off times of when you can get your credit back and when the event closes to new bookings.

*Please note as with all our events, our prices are inclusive of VAT*

Yvonne has been working in casting since 2019. She started her casting journey at Julie Harkin Casting as a Casting Assistant and was promoted to Associate in 2021. Her credits whilst at Julie Harkin's office include THE DOLL FACTORY (Paramount+UK), THE BAGMAN (Lionsgate), HEART OF STONE (Netflix), THE TOXIC AVENGER (Legendary Entertainment), THE SERPENT QUEEN (Starz!) and I MAY DESTROY YOU (HBO/BBC). Yvonne loves meeting and working with actors. Yvonne strives to encourage diversity and inclusion in all aspects and to make sure all actors are given an equal opportunity no matter what their background. Yvonne's work as a writer, actor and director has given her a great eye for noticing talent and this is what has led her into Casting. Yvonne Lawlor (She/her). Casting Associate. CDG.

THE COURSE:
Throughout the 6 week course, our aim is to work on a variety of the different audition experiences that actors encounter during the casting process. I want to give actors confidence and help with their skill set to succeed during their auditions.

WEEK ONE- ONLINE SESSION (Zoom)
Self Tapes- During the first week, actors will need to prepare a self-tape (sides sent 1 week before) which Yvonne will watch back in the session. Yvonne will provide feedback and give some top tips on how to book a job from a self-tape.

WEEK TWO
Small roles – Actors will be given 2 scenes in which they will read for the small roles. The objective will be to get actors used to delivering their lines in a way that fits the purpose of the scene and not over emphasise or draw much attention during the scene.

WEEK THREE
Supporting lead / lead roles - This week we will focus on lead or supporting lead roles. Actors will be given a scene with more dialogue and an arc. This will be an opportunity for actors to show me what they’re capable of and receive feedback to iron out any bad audition habits.

WEEK FOUR
Recall – Following on from week two, actors will be given a recall scene for the same role that we worked on during week two. The additional scene will be provided, and more context given around the scenes and project. This will give actors more material to work with and we will engage in discussion regarding character and script as well as putting the new scene on tape.

WEEK FIVE
Chemistry reads – This week will be chemistry reads. Actors will work in pairs and read a scene together. This week will show actors how chemistry reads work and give them an opportunity to work collaboratively with another actor during the workshop.

WEEK SIX
Feedback & CV - I will provide individual feedback to each actor who has participated in the course. This will be an opportunity to ask me any questions they may have and allow us to talk through their CV.

The course dates run as follows:

Thursday 11/05/2023
Thursday 18/05/2023
Thursday 25/05/2023
Thursday 01/06/2023
Thursday 08/06/2023
Thursday 15/06/2023

One workshop will be on Zoom.

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*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Chandra is working at Sophie Holland Casting. Before that she was assisting Amy Ball on Dance Nation at the Almeida Theatre.
From there she assisted Charlotte Sutton for Chichester Festival Theatre, for two seasons. Her screen work includes working in the casting offices of Nanw Rowlands, Andy Pryor, Lauren Evans and Oliva Scott Webb. Prior to casting, Chandra worked as an actress.

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WHAT THE COURSE ENTAILS!
This is our brand new exclusive 4-week Screen Acting Course + Industry Showcase which has been designed for actors to perform in front of well known Casting Directors and Agents at our very own studio. The program is taught by award winning director Michael Gamarano Singleton, who will guide actors through 4 screen sessions before the final showcase in front of a selected few industry professionals on the 5th week. Actors have to be selected by sending a self tape in to be selected.

The course structure will look like this:

WEEK 1 - Monday 15th May 2pm-5pm
Actors will work on a scene chosen by Michael. They will be put on tape in the class and talked through it via playback in a group session.

WEEK 2 - Monday 22nd May 2pm-5pm
Actors will bring in their own scene to work on. They will be put on tape in the class and talked through the notes. A link will be sent out after the session.

WEEK 3 - Monday 5th June 2pm - 5pm
Actors will bring in their second scene to work on. They will be put on tape in the class and talked through the notes. A link will be sent out after the session.

WEEK 4 - Monday 12th June 2pm - 5pm
This will be the rehearsal of how the evening will play out with video playback feedback in the session.

WEEK 5 - Monday 19th June 7pm - 8.30pm
The Showcase! Industry professionals such as casting directors and Agents will be invited to our studio to sit and watch the actors perform 2 scenes to camera. The camera will be connected to a TV where the industry people will watch. A link to the performances will be sent out afterwards to everyone in attendance. We will use our connections at Mixing Networks to make sure we have as many industry people there as possible!


HOW TO APPLY
Application to this course is free and you will be asked to pay a fee of £250 for the course if successful. In order to get a place on our showcase, everyone must apply by sending a self tape submission. It should be material from a Film/TV script and should be no longer than 1 minute & 30 seconds. This must be sent via email with your tape uploaded to a private/unlisted link such as vimeo or youtube. Please don't send anything for us to download. Your name and spotlight link should also be in the submission email.

Tapes should be sent to showcase@mixingnetworks.com

THE DEADLINE: 23rd April 10pm.
All submissions after this date will not be viewed.

NOTIFICATION DATE: 1st May
This is the date everyone will be notified if they are successful or not.

IMPORTANT - If your self tape is successful, you will be asked to pay a fee of £250 which covers the cost of the course and showcase. You will have 5 days to pay the course fee in full in order to guarantee your place. If payment is not paid within that timeframe, your place will be passed onto someone else.



TERMS & CONDITIONS
After you have paid the full fee, your place is guaranteed. If you decide to cancel before the start date of the course, you will only be eligible for a refund/credit note if we are able to fill your place. We will try our best to fill your place but please note this is not always possible. If we are not able to fill your place, you will not be able to get your money back. Once the course starts, you are expected all sessions and you will be not be eligible for any credit notes or refunds. Please only apply if you can make all the dates.

Any questions relating to this course, please email bethany@mixingnetworks.com

*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Kitty is currently working with Lauren Evans Casting on various TV/Film projects. Kitty started my casting journey at Elaine Grainger Casting in 2020, where Kitty helped with various TV and Film projects. For the past year, Kitty worked with Nanw Rowlands Casting on various TV / Film projects including Disney+ Series 'A Small Light'.

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*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Gabby has worked with Shaheen Baig for over 5 years. Working across both film and tv project such as Peaky Blinders, GIRI / Haji, How to Build a Girl and Adult Material.

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HOW THE EVENT WORKS:

- Everyone is given a 12 minute time block upon booking

- You have the option to submit a self tape to be reviewed by the agents (no more than 1 and a half minutes in length)

- The agent will review and give feedback on your spotlight page

- You will get to ask any questions you want answers to in your allocated time block with the agents

This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Eliza Heslop is currently working at Kahleen Crawford Casting, on a range of TV and Film projects. Eliza has been a casting assistant for the past 4 years, collecting a vast knowledge across TV and film specifically. She’s worked on projects such as, Black Mirror, Spiderman; Far From Home, The Little Drummer Girl, The Capture and many more.

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*This is an in person workshop theatre workshop*

Chloe is currently working for the casting department at The National Theatre for over two years, assisting on productions including Under Milk Wood, Hex and The Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night Time. Chloe also does freelance casting work. Chloe studied Acting at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. After graduating Chloe worked as a project co-ordinator in theatre production before moving to London and becoming an agents assistant at ARG for over two years. Chloe then worked in commercials for over a year before moving into casting.

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Olissa Rogers is an independent casting director. Her recent credits include African Queens: Njinga and the feature film Coyote. Before that she worked as an associate for at Fiona Weir Casting. And before that she worked as a casting associate to Amy Hubbard and Theo Park working on TV shows such as Ted Lasso. She began working in the industry back in Germany in 2008. She worked there until 2016 mainly on TV Series. In 2016 she met casting director, Jeremy Zimmermann, and went to be casting assistant for him on several films until 2018. She then moved on to become casting assistant to Kharmel Cochrane for commercials and TV/Film projects.


The day will consist of the following:

Morning session:
- Brief introduction
- Individual 'mock auditions' 1 on 1 (an authentic replication of what you might expect in a TV casting situation)
- Group session: An in depth talk about what is expected of an actor in the audition room and how you might improve your level of preparation like how to break down a scene

Lunch

Afternoon session:
- Second round of 'mock auditions' 1 on 1 having had an hour or so to digest the notes from the morning session
- Group review of the tapes with Olissa’s constructive feedback
- Group Q & A session

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*This is an in person workshop. Everyone is put on tape in the workshop and sent the link to the footage afterwards*

Olivia Brittain is an experienced film and TV casting associate, having worked with casting director Jina Jay on projects including ‘Enola Holmes’ and ‘Black Mirror’ for Netflix, ‘The Night Manager’ and ‘The Little Drummer Girl’ for BBC/AMC and ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ for LucasFilm. Most recently she has worked on the live-action ‘Halo’ series for Showtime as co-casting director.

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