About The Event
A practical workshop designed to help aspiring actors understand the nuances of performing for the camera. The workshop focuses on camera presence, facial expressions, body language, dialogue delivery, voice modulation, continuity, eyelines and naturalistic acting for film, television and digital medium. Participants work on camera-based exercises and scenes under the guidance of the experienced faculties, with practical feedback to improve their on-screen performance.
Topics:
1. Introduction to Camera Acting
Difference between stage and camera acting
Understanding the camera, framing and shots
Importance of natural and subtle performance
2. Camera Presence and Facial Expressions
Performing for close-up, mid-shot and wide-shot
Eye expressions and micro-expressions
Avoiding overacting and unnecessary movements
3. Body Language, Eyeline and Positioning
Natural body movement in front of the camera
Understanding eyelines
Maintaining position and continuity during takes
4. Dialogue Delivery and Emotional Expression
Natural dialogue delivery
Voice modulation, pauses and emphasis
Connecting emotions with dialogue
Reacting naturally to co-actors
5. Scene/ Monologue Preparation
Understanding the character and situation
Identifying the character`s objective and emotions
Preparing a short monologue or two-person scene
6. Practical Camera Exercise
Each student performs a short monologue/scene on camera
Practice of close-up and mid-shot performances
Focus on expressions, eyeline, dialogue delivery and body language
Faculties:
Devesh Chaube: A filmmaker, creative professional and video production specialist with experience in advertisements, corporate films and digital content. His expertise in filmmaking, direction and scriptwriting enables him to guide aspiring actors in camera presence, expressions, dialogue delivery, body language and scene interpretation, with a practical, industry-oriented approach.
Vipul Patel: He is a theatre writer, director and actor with extensive experience in acting and performance. He has written, directed and performed in full-length Hindi plays staged at various auditorium and mini-theatres across Mumbai. He has also worked as a writer, director and actor in short films and web series, providing practical exposure to on-camera performance. With over 10 years of experience in teaching Theatre and Acting, he brings a strong blend of theatre training and camera-oriented acting techniques.
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