Language: English
Scene: English
Certificate: of completion
Date and time: September 02 to 07
Duration: 48 hours, over 6 days
An intensive six-day masterclass, eight hours per day, focused on exploring and shooting a single scene. Award-winning director Giacomo Abbruzzese will lead the process, sharing his expertise in visual storytelling and directing the afternoon shoots. In the mornings, acting coach Antonio Ghio will work with the actors on preparation, camera presence, emotional clarity, and scene dynamics.
Film acting & directing
On location
English
48 hours - 6 days
Advanced
September, 02 to 06
Beginner mindset → to rediscover yourself, foster open-mindedness, curiosity and adaptability, enhancing the learning experience and creating the space for innovation.
Commitment → you will be challenged to find your limits!
Respect → to underpin a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, fostering active participation, and a deep, enriching learning experience for all.
The workshop prepares actors to actualize the director’s vision by providing them with efficient and pragmatic acting techniques, along with an understanding of camera’s dynamics, language, and requirements. At the same time, we assist directors in gaining deeper insights into the actor’s point of view, enabling more effective communication and the attainment of the desired performance.
You will have a clear understanding of how to approach the screenplay, what the camera wants from you, and you'll be able to reach – safely & comfortably – emotional availability on cue.
At the end of the workshop, you’ll receive the footage from your own individual session. Scenes and monologues will be shot cinematically and can be added to each participant’s showreel.
How breath influences your emotional, physical and mental states (stress management)
How to heighten your physical awareness and how to use it creatively
How to take care of your voice
How to become emotionally available on cue
What are the rules and laws of the camera and how impacts the actor’s choices
How to improve your timing, improvisation, and adaptability skills
48 hours of valuable on-field experience
Personalized coaching tailored to your needs
Screenplay analysis and Character creation
Preparation exercises (physical and emotional)
Daily shot list
Scene shooting
Analysis of movie scenes
Daily filming
The presence of a director of photography
4K recordings
Certificate of completion
He combines self-discovery with practical expertise, offering a dynamic and insightful perspective to actors and directors. He also creates narratives for cinema and theatre. When he's not working, Antonio loves spending time walking in Paris, shooting 16mm films, practicing Noh theatre and thai boxe. He shares his passion for acting and directing by teaching modules and masterclasses at Cours Florent and Sorbonne Université. He’s the founder of the Agarte Studio.