Spring 2010 courses. Now taking bookings
Weekly Beginners Acting Course
When: Every Saturday for 10 weeks, From March 13th - May 22nd 2010 (With April 3rd off for Easter) 10am - 12noon
Where: The Media Point, Chapter Arts Centre, Canton, Cardiff
Cost: £100
If you are over 18 and have always wanted to act, but you're not sure whether you have the talent (or the nerve!) to give it a go, then this course will probably be exactly what you're looking for. Many people also come on this course to improve their confidence, presentation and communication skills.The emphasis is on plenty of practical work, with lots of useable advice, tips and feedback throughout the weeks. We'll work with and without text, help you loose your self-consciousness and awkwardness, build your dramatic awareness and work to uncover your innate creativity.
You don't need any previous acting experience to enroll on this course, just enthusiasm and willingness to learn new skills.
Weekly Improvers Acting Course
When:Every Saturday for 10 weeks, From March 13th - May 22nd 2010 (With April 3rd off for Easter) 1pm - 3pm
Where: The Media Point, Chapter Arts Centre, Canton, Cardiff
Cost: £100
This course is suitable for anyone over 18 who already has some acting experience. This may include being in a play in the last 2 years (including amateur), and/or having previous drama training (such as youth theatre, college, university or Gest Beginner’s course). Many students come back to this course again and again as we try our best to approach new techniques, scripts and ways of working with each new course. The course will always systematically cover many of the elements that go into making truthful and captivating performances, using a variety of texts, exercises and approaches and building on your current skills and experience. As always, the course will respond directly to learners' needs and constructive individual and group feedback will be an instrinsic part of the content.
Some frequently asked questions....
Q: So how do I enroll on/pay for a course?
A: You can enroll on and pay for any course by clicking on the ‘buy now’ button. You will be taken to the secure Pay Pal site where you can pay by debit or credit card. You don’t need to have a Pay Pal account, or sign up for one when paying. For 10-week courses, you have the option of paying the full amount at once, or paying a 50% deposit to enroll and the rest at the first class. When your payment has been accepted and processed you will be sent an email by Pay Pal confirming your payment and enrollment. You’ll also be sent an email from Gest Training a couple of days before the start of the course as a reminder of dates and details.
Q: Is there any other way to pay?
A: We also accept cheques and Postal Orders made payable to Claire Purvis. Just email us stating which course you are interested in and we’ll send you back an email with and instructions and address for payment. Again, we will email you as soon as payment has been received, and can also send you a receipt by email or post if required.
Q: Do I have to pay the whole amount at once?
A: No. With the ten-week courses, you can, if you prefer you can pay a deposit of 50% to secure your place on the course, and the rest at the end of the first class. Just chose the the right option when paying. We ask for a deposit so that your place can be secured and the class can be planned effectively. However, as an extra reassurance to prospective students, you can attend the first class, and if you decide at the end of the class it’s not for you, we’ll happily give you back any deposit or payment, minus £10 for the first class.
Q: I can’t find an address for Gest Training anywhere on the website - why not?
A: Gest Training is basically one person running things from a home address in Splott, Cardiff. If you need a postal address, either to send a cheque, or just to reassure yourself that it’s all above board, then just email and I’ll get back to you with the address ASAP.
Q:What if I’ve paid you, but then find out I can’t attend the course?
A: If you have already paid the deposit or full amount, but then can’t attend any of the course, just email us and we will return your money to you, right up to the start of the course. Alternatively, you can just attend a future course. Either way, there is no cancellation charge or penalty. We just ask that you let us know ASAP so that your place can be offered to someone else.
Q: What kinds of people attend these courses?
A: All kinds, and all age ranges from 18 - 70. Everyone, whatever their background or experiences is welcome to come along, and it’s this variety that makes for a more interesting learning experience!
Q: How many people usually attend each class?
A: The maximum number of people on any course will never exceed 16. Usually we have between 10 - 14 people on a course. All places will be offered on a first come, first serve basis.
Even more FAQ’s about the training can be found here.
