
Acting Class

Arkansas
Shiek Studios 3 Day Intensive is excited about coming to ARKANSAS!
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This class is for actors on all levels. By usage of improvs, and a variety of exercises founded by the principals of the different methods of acting, Lee Strasberg, Stanford Meisner, Stella Adler, Uta Hagen, and Michael Chekhov, actors will learn how to be more specific in the work.
By focusing on the Who? What? When? Where? Why? and How? of the character, actors are aligning themselves with making stronger choices in the Character Development phase. Understanding with clarity the dialogue and scenes written in the script, gives levels and truth to the work. Allowing actors to efficiently, and creatively tell the character's story.
Deepening the work, and making stronger choices is one of many things that has Shiekstudios actors standing out!
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When: TBD
Where: 1201 Center street Little Rock, Arkansas 72202
Price: $575.00
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Early Bird
$400.00 - TBD
$475.00 - TBD
$575.00 - TBD
($155.00 deposit must be made to hold spot for special. The time the deposit is made will indicate the amount due. All balances must be paid by TBD)
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More info: info@shiekstudios.com
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Shiek Studios is committed to helping it's students achieve
"A List Excellence" in acting!"
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All payments are final. No Refunds. All rights reserved, without recourse [12USC411] [12USC412]
Deposit
$160.00
Full Payment
$575.00
New York
NEW YORK SHIEK STUDIOS LIVE CLASSES ARE BACK!! First time since 2020, LET'S GO!!
8 week classes start back up Tuesday October 31, 2023 7pm- 9pm EST!! We're so excited to be back LIVE IN NYC!! It's been A LONG TIME COMING!! We're back home at Ripley Grier Studios 520 8th ave HOME SWEET HOME!!
Register: Shiekstudios.com
Inquiries: info@shiekstudios.com
This 8 Wk class is for all levels of acting with the focus on Auditions, Scene Study, Character Development, Camera Technique, Audition Technique, and the Business of acting. Shiek shares a lot of knowledge. We go in DEEP at Shiek Studios!!
Shiek Mahmud-Bey is an award winning Actor/Director/Producer/ Teacher. With over 30 years in the business, Shiek has starred opposite some of the industry's A list actors. Such as Samuel L Jackson, Marcia Gay Harden, Joaquin Phoenix, Ed Harris, Scott Glen, Morgan Freeman, Robert Deniro, Ving Rhames to name a few. Shiek also teaches Directing, and Producing in the masters program at New York Film Academy and Filmmaking for youths at BAFTA. Shiek is founder and CEO of 25th Frame Films & the CharActors production companie which are consistently creating projects.
Shiek Studios is committed to helping it's students achieve "Acting With A List Excellence"
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Scene Study: The in-depth analysis and performance of scenes from plays, films, and television. We dissect the text, characters, relationships, objectives to fully understand and embody the material.
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Camera Technique: Being aware of the camera, understanding frame and composition, Eye-line, and focus, adjusting performance for different shots, maintaining continuity, reacting to marks on camera, blocking for camera. Camera technique is a crucial aspect of filmmaking and can greatly impact the visual storytelling and emotional impact of the characters story.
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Script Analysis:
Character Analysis, relationship dynamics, scene breakdown, subtext and underlying emotions, context and world building, dramatic structure, and directors vision.
Actors will develop a deep understanding of their character and the story enabling them to make informed choices and deliver visceral authentic performances.
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Audtioning Technique:
How to prepare and participate in auditions. Preparation- Understanding the script/sides provided, how to research, and create a well- rounded character, connecting with the material, centering your mind and relaxing your body before auditioning.
The business of acting:
Refers to the professional aspects and strategies that actors need to navigate in order to build a successful career. Marketing and Branding, Networking, Representation, Auctions and Casting.
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All payments are final. No Refunds. All rights reserved, without recourse [12USC411] [12USC412]
2 payment
$350..00
Full Payment
$650.00


Atlanta
Shiek Studios 3 Day Intensive is coming back to ATLANTA! TBD
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This class is for actors on all levels. By usage of improvs, and a variety of exercises founded by the principals of the different methods of acting, Lee Strasberg, Stanford Meisner, Stella Adler, Uta Hagen, and Michael Chekhov, actors will learn how to be more specific in the work.
By focusing on the Who? What? When? Where? Why? and How? of the character, actors are aligning themselves with making stronger choices in the Character Development phase. Understanding with clarity the dialogue and scenes written in the script, gives levels and truth to the work. Allowing actors to efficiently, and creatively tell the character's story.
Deepening the work, and making stronger choices is one of many things that has Shiekstudios actors standing out!
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When: TBD
Where: 3772 Pleasantdale Rd Ste 130 Atlanta , GA 30340
Price: $575.00
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Early Bird
$400.00 - TBD
$475.00 - TBD
$575.00 - TBD
($160.00 deposit must be made to hold spot for special. The time the deposit is made will indicate the amount due. All balances must be paid by TBD)
More info: info@shiekstudios.com
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Shiek Studios is committed to helping it's students achieve
"A List Excellence" in acting!"
All payments are final. No Refunds. All rights reserved, without recourse [12USC411] [12USC412]
Deposit
$160.00
Full Payment
$575.00
Michigan
SHIEK STUDIOS
Shiek Studios 3 Day Acting Workshop
November 17-19, 2023
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At Shiek Studios, our acting classes are designed to be a comprehensive journey into the craft of acting. We offer a unique, viscerally oriented approach to this art. Through Character Development and exploration, actors work on developing skills in charactorization, emotional depth, and physicality. Actors will be learn with full comprehension the Who? What? When? Where? and Why? In order to help actors find the Character's truth and bring that to life.
Scene Study: We focus on the in-depth analysis and performance of scenes from plays, films, and television. We dissect the text, characters, relationships, objectives to fully understand and embody the material.
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Camera Technique: Being aware of the camera, understanding frame and composition, Eye-line, and focus, adjusting performance for different shots, maintaining continuity, reacting to marks on camera, blocking for camera. Camera technique is a crucial aspect of filmmaking and can greatly impact the visual storytelling and emotional impact of the characters story.
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Script Analysis: Character Analysis, relationship dynamics, scene breakdown, subtext and underlying emotions, context and world building, dramatic structure, and directors vision.
Actors will develop a deep understanding of their character and the story enabling them to make informed choices and deliver visceral authentic performances.
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Business of Acting: The business of acting refers to the professional aspects and strategies that actors need to navigate in order to build a successful career. Marketing and Branding, Networking, Representation, Auctions and Casting.
Price:
Early Bird!
$400.00 - w/$160 deposit - Ends Oct 14, 2023
$475.00 - w/$160 deposit - Ends Oct 28, 2023
$575.00. - All payments in full by Nov 13, 2023
Where: 919 S Main st Royal Oak MI 48067
All payments are final. No Refunds. All rights reserved, without recourse [12USC411] [12USC412]
Deposit
$160.00
Full Payment
$400.00
