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SUMMARY:THE ACTORS’ IMMERSION: Meisner\, Mindset & Improvisation inspired workshop
DESCRIPTION:THE ACTORS’ IMMERSION WORKSHOP\nMeisner\, Mindset & Improvisation Inspired Workshop \n🗓 Date: Sunday\, 23rd March⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM📍 Location: Manchester\, M43 7AJ \nBOOK HERE\nAre you ready to free yourself up in your performance? Stop overthinking and start LIVING in the moment! \nThe Actors’ Immersion Workshop is an intensive\, one-day experience designed to help actors develop authenticity\, presence\, and spontaneity in their craft. \nThis workshop draws from the Meisner Technique\, mindset coaching\, and improvisation\, providing a dynamic and supportive environment where actors can explore emotional truth\, deepen their instincts\, and build confidence. \nWhat You’ll Gain:\n✔ Meisner-Based Training – Strengthen your ability to listen\, react truthfully\, and stay present.✔ Mindset & Performance Psychology – Overcome mental blocks and build an unshakable acting mindset.✔ Improvisation Techniques – Develop spontaneity\, adaptability\, and creative freedom in performance.✔ Practical Scene Work – Apply these tools to real acting scenarios.✔ Freedom in Performance – Break through overthinking and truly connect with the moment. \nMeet Your Coach – Michaela Longden\nThis workshop is led by Michaela Longden – ICF Life-Coach\, Author\, Acting Coach\, and Actress. With years of experience in performance and coaching\, Michaela is passionate about helping actors unlock their full potential\, step into their power\, and bring truth to their craft. \nThis workshop is ideal for actors at any stage of their career\, from beginners to seasoned performers looking to refine their skills. \nLimited spots available – book now to secure your place! \nFor more details and to register\, Book HERE
URL:https://empowerwithmichaela.com/event/the-actors-immersion-meisner-mindset-improvisation-inspired-workshop
LOCATION:Black Octopus Studios\, Black Octopus Studios Greenside Mill\, Droylsden\, M43 7AJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Empower Actor Workshops Manchester
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SUMMARY:DIRECTOR Emma Lindley Online Acting Workshop plus FREE WORKSHOP with agent!
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT!!!! \nJoin DIRECTOR Emma Lindley for an Exclusive Online Acting Workshop and get a FREE ticket to a zoom workshop with ACTING AGENT Sean Boyle on 13th March! Yes that’s right all attendees will get another workshop for FREE ! \nThe second workshop is NOT compulsory but a gift. \nFirst Workshop Date: Sunday March 9th 2025 \, 10 AM – 6 PM on Zoom\nThis full-day immersive experience will elevate your craft\, strengthen your mindset\, and give you direct insight from an acting coach and director. \nWorkshop Schedule on Sunday March 9th 2025 \, 10 AM – 6 PM on Zoom\n\n10 AM – 1 PM: Mindset Mastery with Michaela Longden *(ICF Mindset Coach\, Acting Coach & Author of The Actor’s Guide to Success)\n\nThis session will provide practical strategies to build unshakable confidence\, develop a winning mindset\, and take action towards your career goals.\n\n\n2 PM – 3:30 PM: Redirection from Michaela Longden (Author\, Acting Coach -Identity School of Acting & Act Up North) with specific feedback and notes.\n3:30 PM – 6 PM: Directing Insights with Emma Lindley *(Director – Coronation Street\, Emmerdale\, Hope Street\, Holby City)\n\nWork with an award-winning director to fine-tune your performance and learn what directors actually want from actors on set. Receive tailored feedback and enhance your screen acting skills.\n\n\n\nFREE Zoom workshop with ACTING AGENT Sean Boyle on 13th March 2025 6:30pm-9pm.\n\n6:30-8:30pm: Perform the scenes prepped on the above workshop.\n8:30pm-9:00pm: Q&A\n\nAbout Our Incredible Guests\nEmma Lindley – TV Director\nEmma’s extensive directing credits include Coronation Street\, Emmerdale\, Hope Street\, and Holby City\, with a reputation for bringing out powerful performances in actors. Whether you’re preparing for TV work or refining your on-screen technique\, Emma’s guidance will be invaluable in understanding how to deliver your best performance. \nSean Boyle – Acting Agent (Birdston Talent Agency)\nSean represents actors across TV\, film\, and theatre\, with a track record of securing talent for high-profile roles. With his industry expertise\, he knows exactly what casting directors and producers look for\, making this a rare opportunity to learn from an agent’s perspective. \nThis event is now SOLD OUT!
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SUMMARY:Empower Actor Workshop Zoom - with Director Ruth Carney
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT!!! \nJoin Television and Theatre Director Ruth Carney for an Exclusive Online Acting Workshop – February 20th\, 6:30 PM – 9 PM on Zoom \nDon’t miss this incredible opportunity to work with Ruth Carney\, an award-winning TV and theatre director\, in an intimate and practical Zoom workshop. Taking place on Tuesday\, February 20th\, 6:30 PM – 9 PM\, this session is your chance to learn directly from a director whose career spans Broadway\, the West End\, and some of the most celebrated TV shows. \nAbout Ruth Carney: \nRuth is a highly sought-after director in the industry\, currently in post-production on her first feature film\, Amazing Grace\, starring Hannah Walters\, James Nelson Joyce\, and Chanel Cresswell. Her TV directing credits include some of the most beloved and high-profile shows: \n\nCall the Midwife (Neal Street Productions)\nWaterloo Road (Wall to Wall and Warner Bros.)\nBrassic (Sky)\, including the final episodes of Season Five\nDeath in Paradise\, including a Christmas Special\nTell Me Everything (ITV)\n\nRuth has also directed for iconic shows like Father Brown\, Casualty\, Holby City\, and Emmerdale\, and she launched her TV career through the BBC Directors Scheme at Doctors. \nWhether you’re interested in TV\, theatre\, or both\, Ruth’s insights into directing\, casting\, and performance will offer invaluable knowledge to help you elevate your craft and stand out in auditions. \nWhat You’ll Gain\nPractical Advice: Learn what directors look for in auditions and on set.\nIndustry Insights: Get behind-the-scenes tips from someone who’s worked with top-tier networks and production companies like Sky\, BBC\, ITV\, and Warner Bros.\nSkill Building: Hone your craft in an intimate\, supportive environment designed to help you succeed. \nSpaces are limited \n 
URL:https://empowerwithmichaela.com/event/empower-actor-workshop-online
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SUMMARY:Empower Actor Workshop: Meisner
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT email: empowercasting@gmail.com for waitlist!\nActor Casting Workshop & Meisner Manchester Summary:\nDuration: 9th February 2025  Time: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM  Location: Black Octopus Studios\, M43 7AJ Join us for an exclusive workshop with Lithuanian screenwriter and director Milda Baginskaitė\, a highly acclaimed talent in the world of film and theatre. Based in Manchester\, UK\, Milda’s work has garnered numerous awards for directing\, production design\, and editing. She has also directed award-winning music videos and experimental shorts\, including The World Is Ours For The Taking\, now available on BBC iPlayer. As a Berlinale Talents director and writer\, and a member of BAFTA Connect & Directors UK\, Milda brings a wealth of experience to this intimate workshop. Her TV series developed through Screen Yorkshire’s FLEX program has been optioned by a Warner Bros Discovery production company\, and her hybrid theatre-film production My Old Man toured UK theatres to critical acclaim. Participants will have the unique opportunity to work in small groups\, with 30 minutes of dedicated time for personalised feedback from Milda This workshop will be also explore Meisner techniques\, focusing on the art of listening and acting with impulse. Limited spots available.
URL:https://empowerwithmichaela.com/event/actor-workshop-manchester
LOCATION:Black Octopus Studios\, Black Octopus Studios Greenside Mill\, Droylsden\, M43 7AJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Empower Actor Workshops Manchester
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SUMMARY:Empower Actor Workshop: Unshakeable Confidence - SOLD OUT!
DESCRIPTION:Unshakeable Confidence Event Summary:\nDate: 19th January 2025 Location: Greenside Mill\, Manchester M34 7AJ Time: 10 AM – 6 PM\n\nJoin us for a transformative day filled with valuable insights and personal growth opportunities. This exclusive event features Long Listed BAFTA Director Nicole Pott\, offering you a unique chance to engage with her in intimate groups—only 8 groups\, with up to 30 minutes of personal time with Nicole.\n\nBeyond this\, the event also includes sessions on mindset enhancement and acting techniques. Additionally\, you’ll gain access to the EMPOWER Community\, a network designed to support your continued development.\n\nMark your calendars for a day dedicated to building unshakeable confidence and unlocking your potential!
URL:https://empowerwithmichaela.com/event/unshakeable-confidence
LOCATION:Greenside Mill\, Greenside Mill\, Manchester\, M34 7AJ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Empower Actor Workshop: 6 Week Screen Actors Program
DESCRIPTION:6 Week Screen Actors Program Summary:\nDuration: Every Monday for 6 weeks Time: 6:30 PM – 9 PM Location: Black Octopus Studios\, M43 7AJ \nJoin us for an intensive 6-week course where we explore how to internalize emotion and maintain connection through performance. Each session will be held every Monday evening. \nI will be partnering with Director and Writer Hayden Hewitt\, whose latest film ‘Cara’ premiered at London’s Frightfest. Hayden will also be preparing for pre-production of his drama feature film ‘Uncle Jack’ in January 2025. \nKey Highlights:\n\nEmotion and Performance: Learn techniques to internalize emotion and stay connected in your acting.\nExpert Guidance: Gain insights from Director and Writer Hayden Hewitt.\nIndustry Experience: Enhance your skills with professionals who are actively working in the film industry.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to elevate your acting abilities and connect with industry professionals! \nGet Tickets Here: https://empowerwithmichaela.com/buy/6-week-screen-actors-program
URL:https://empowerwithmichaela.com/event/6-week-screen-actors-program
LOCATION:Black Octopus Studios\, Black Octopus Studios Greenside Mill\, Droylsden\, M43 7AJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Empower Actor Workshops Manchester
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SUMMARY:Embracing Vulnerability With Director Stephen
DESCRIPTION:November 30th 2024 10-6pm in Manchester. \nEmbrace Vulnerability & own the space. \nWith Director Stephen Gallacher: \nMcDonald & Dodds (Mammoth Screen/ITV) \nLondon Kills (BBC/Acorn TV) and Fifteen-Love (World Productions/Amazon UK). \nScripts & partners sent in advance. \n8 Groups = Up to 30 mins per group with Stephen.
URL:https://empowerwithmichaela.com/event/embracing-vulnerability-with-director-stephen
LOCATION:Black Octopus Studios\, Black Octopus Studios Greenside Mill\, Droylsden\, M43 7AJ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:TV and Film workshop
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT!!! \nOctober 30th 2024 6-9pm on zoom \nWe will start this session with a quick NLP (neurolinguistic programming) state change to get us prepared for the live showcase via zoom. \nScripts and partners sent in advance so you can practice. \nGuest: Directer & Writer Debbie Howard.
URL:https://empowerwithmichaela.com/event/tv-and-film-workshop
LOCATION:Zoom
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