Semester Dates
Fall
Sept 20 to Nov 29, 2010
Winter
Jan 17 to March 28, 2011
Spring
April 10 to June 19, 2011
Summer
July 5 to August 11, 2011
Timetable - Summer 2011
All summer courses are 6 weeks long, unless otherwise specified.
GET INTO THE ACT
Level 1 is a great introduction to lots of new skills. Whatever your age or experience, you’ll be energized as you learn how to play theatre games that will strengthen your powers of concentration and your creativity. You’ll increase your ability to be spontaneous in any situation, and surprise yourself by discovering new facets of yourself. No previous experience is required.
Wednesday 7:00 – 9:30pm
July 7, 2011 through, August 10 , 2011
| Course fee: $214.00 + g.s.t. |  |
Level 2 is a chance to explore the dynamics of social relationships. You’ll use your voice and physicality to learn about character development. Understanding and working with impulses, you'll discover a whole new level of creative expression.
Level 1 or previous experience is required.
Tuesdays 7:00 – 9:30pm
July 6, 2011 through, August 9, 2011
| Course fee: $214.00 + g.s.t. | |
Level 3 (Scenes and Monologues). In level 3 you will work with scripted scenes and monologues to find and explore characters and rhythms in the text. Taking the skills that you have learned in Levels 1 & 2, you'll begin to discover your individual strengths as an actor.
Level 2 or previous experience is required.
Tuesdays 7:00 – 9:30pm
July 6, 2011 through, August 9, 2011
| Course fee: $245.00 + g.s.t. | |
IMPROVISE THE ACT
Level 1 The ability to improvise is a life-skill. Improvisation can entertain a crowd, it can help you get a date and it can get you through a job interview. This course gets to the heart of improvisation by tapping into the secret powers that everyone possesses but few exploit. Be ready to play.
Wednesday 7:00 –9:30pm
July 7, 2011 through, August 10 , 2011
| Course fee: $214.00 + g.s.t. | |
Level 2 Using the "yes... and...” principle, we will explore the who, what, and where of improvised scenes.
From scene starters to full length scenes, this course works on developing spontaneous characters, scene environments and mimed objects.
Thursday 7:00 – 9:30pm
July 8, 2011 through, August 11 , 2011
| Course fee: $214.00 + g.s.t. | |
Level 3 This course delves into improvised scene work by adding WHY each scene is important and HOW it can be resolved. In multi-person scene after scene after scene, you will gain experience in ensemble acting, focus, and the ability to let go and allow natural, believable theatre to be created.
Thursday 7:00 – 9:30pm
July 8, 2011 through, August 11 , 2011
| Course fee: $214.00 + g.s.t. | |
ACTING FOR THE CAMERA
In association with The Screen Training Works, OSSD presents an expanded series of Acting for the Camera courses. The Screen Training Works provides professional training in all areas of film, television and other recorded media. Courses include acting, directing, producing, screenwriting and the various technical disciplines.
Registration for Acting for the Camera courses is through The Screen Training Works. Please contact info@tstw.ca or phone 613-526-5199.
For more information on Acting for the Camera courses, please go to http://www.tstw.ca/registration.html.
Note: Veteran screen actor and acting instructor Barry Blake teaches these Acting for the Camera courses. They are intensive, practical, hands-on sessions that prepare participants for the day-to-day realities of the film and television industries.
Classes take place at The Ottawa School of Speech & Drama (OSSD)
Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all camera courses are 7 weeks long.
Introductory: This workshop is intended for aspiring or beginning actors with little or no on-camera experience. It provides an introduction to the art, the craft and the business of screen acting. Through a combination of acting exercises, on-camera work, feedback and group discussion, you will learn the fundamentals of preparing for and delivering an on-camera performance.
You’ll focus on:
- Script analysis and memorization
- Making character choices
- Camera versus stage
- Working effectively on camera
- Analyzing your work to improve your performance
No previous experience required.
Thursdays 7:00 – 10:00pm
July 7, 2011 through, August 25 , 2011
| Course fee: $450.00 + tax |  |
Intermediate: Intended for the more experienced actor with some on-camera background, this workshop builds on the foundation laid down at the introductory level. In it, you will hone your skills as a screen actor and prepare to take your performances to a higher level. Through recorded scene work and feedback sessions, you will move beyond the fundamentals of on-camera performance and explore the differences between a good and a truly memorable performance.
You’ll focus on:
- Script analysis and interpretation
- Reality and Truth
- Creating and sustaining strong characters
- Active listening
- The camera-actor relationship
- Analyzing your work to improve your performance
Introductory level or previous experience required.
Wednesdays 7:00 – 10:00pm
July 6, 2011 through, August 24 , 2011
| Course fee: $450.00 + tax | |
Advanced: This workshop is intended for the experienced actor with significant on-camera experience. Building both on your experience and on the skills acquired in previous courses, it enables you to consolidate and fine-tune your skills as a screen actor in order to create unique performances of great intensity and truth. When possible, you will work on original material in collaboration with emerging screenwriters and filmmakers.
You’ll focus on:
- Script analysis and interpretation
- The collaborative model
- Creating and sustaining strong characters
- Emotional truth and connection
- Expanding the envelope
- Analyzing your work to improve your performance
Intermediate level or previous experience required.
Mondays, 7:00 –10:00pm
July 4, 2011 through, August 22 , 2011
| Course fee: $450.00 + tax | |
Ottawa Theatre School, The Acting Conservatory Program
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| The Acting Conservatory Program is designed for adult students who are serious about wantingto develop their skills toward a career in acting. Students take classes with some of Ottawa's top professional actors and directors and train in OSSD’s studios in Westboro. The three-year conservatory training program runs from September to May, with 20 hours of classes per week condensed into 4 training days. The schedule allows students to maintain employment while attending the program. Small class sizes ensure that the program can be tailored to individual needs. This is a diploma program. |
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PRIVATE CLASSES
Instructors at OSSD offer private classes to develop vocal skills or to deal with specific vocal issues. Specialized sessions are available in a variety of training areas such as dialects, body awareness, classical text work (Shakespeare, Moliere etc.) and audition preparation. These sessions are individually tailored to suit your needs and can be flexibly arranged to fit your schedule.
Private classes cost $85.00 per hour with a minimum of a 4 session commitment. It’s $95/hour otherwise. Please call the office for details.