The Actor's Industry Prep Workshop
In this industry prep workshop led by
Mona Shehabi, actors will learn how to prepare themselves professionally at every stage of the job: from audition etiquette and self-management, to navigating the dynamics of a set, to maintaining emotional resilience throughout the process. Whether you’re actively auditioning or about to begin, this workshop will give you the insight and industry habits to consistently show up as a working professional.
What to Expect:
1️⃣Auditions: Key do’s and don’ts, plus how to read call sheets, contracts, and the paperwork every actor should understand.
2️⃣On-Set Awareness: Learn set etiquette, communication flow, and how to navigate challenges with professionalism.
3️⃣Inner Resilience: Build grounding techniques, strengthen your emotional core, and learn how to protect your energy in fast-paced, high-pressure creative environments.
Get ready for a practical and insightful workshop for working actors - combining discussion, role-play, and meaningful reflection!
Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Ages: 18+
Fee: 20 JD
Mona Shehabi is a Jordanian actress, acting coach, casting director, creative producer, and director. After earning a BA in Finance, she followed her passion for cinema and began her career in 2011, gaining early recognition for her performances in two short films. Since then, she has worked across various departments in local and international productions.
In 2018, Shehabi transitioned into casting direction, and the following year won the Falcon Award for Best Short Documentary at the Franco Arab Film Festival. She has since worked as a casting director, acting coach, and line producer on numerous shorts and features, including Talavision (Student Academy Award winner), A Week in Gaza, Touchline (Sundance, Falcon Award winner), I Was a Stranger by Brandt Anderson, and the Oscar-nominated Palestine 36 by Annemarie Jacir.
