
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
For our 2020/21 Actors Intensive: Working With Directors Program
This advanced program was launched to provide actors who have foundational training with an intensive experience. Working with directors, this program provides actors with a unique way to hone their craft while gaining valuable experience and building their resume as they prepare to launch into a professional career.
Unique to North America, this program complements VAD Arts’ Acting for Film & TV Diploma program. Actors who have completed that diploma or have an equivalent amount of training (700+ hours) are eligible to apply.
Program Outline
Working with a Film Director
Working with a TV Director
Working with a Casting Director
Systems of Rehearsal – An in-depth look at rehearsal techniques including three different directing styles
Page to Stage – From advanced script analysis to making spontaneous choices
Devised Theatre – Performance originates from collaborative, improvisatory work by mixed ensemble
Acting for Camera Advanced – The Complete Performer
Improvisation – Advance and Expand
Meisner Approach Advanced – Emotional Freedom
Fight Choreography – Making The Audience Wince
Career Foundations – Advanced Audition Technique
Working on a Film – The Camera As Your Friend
Lecture Series:
- Film History
- TV History
- Theatre History
- Case Study: Rom-coms
- Case Study: Heroes Villains
Want to get started or simply find out more?
- View the Entrance Requirements.
- Read our FAQ.
- Questions? Contact us or call 250.580.2588

PROGRAM DURATION
September 21, 2020 – May 21, 2021
COST
Domestic Tuition: $10,000 CDN .
+Other: $350 CDN
Total: $10,350 CDN
International Tuition: $12,000 CDN
+Other: $350 CDN
Total: $12,350 CDN
The Academy is StudentAid BC Designated.
Please see our Refund Policy.