Realism & Scene Study is an intensive, performance-driven course designed for intermediate actors ready to deepen their craft, challenge ingrained habits, and work at a more professional level. Rooted in Stanislavski-based realism and enriched by physical theatre practices, the course pushes actors to create work that is grounded, emotionally driven, and truthful.

Actors engage in rigorous physical, emotional, and psychological exploration as they tackle complex characters, heightened given circumstances, and layered dramatic texts. Through a blend of practical exercises, improvisation, in-depth script analysis, and focused scene work, participants learn to build characters from the inside out—integrating personal experience, imagination, and technique to create nuanced, honest, and compelling performances.

This course is ideal for actors who already have training and are ready to:

• Work with greater emotional honesty and vulnerability
• Strengthen presence, listening, and responsiveness
• Develop complex characters with clarity and depth
• Expand their physical range through demanding, exploratory movement practices
• Challenge themselves within a disciplined and supportive ensemble environment
  
  

This is not an introductory course. Participants should expect a demanding process that includes weekly partner rehearsals, reflective practices, and regular performance feedback. Actors will sharpen their ability to analyze text, access authentic emotion, make bold yet grounded choices, and collaborate deeply with scene partners.

The course culminates in a Final Scene Showcase, where actors demonstrate their artistic growth and ownership of process through contemporary scenes and physically driven performance work.

Admission to this course is interview-based only.

Dates:  Saturday, January 17 - Saturday, May 23, 2026
Ages: 18+

Fee: 600 JD