Sanford Meisner is widely known for his repetition exercises, but why? What does repetition do for actors that constitute it as a training method? Also known as ‘the actors’ brain gym’, the Meisner technique trains us to be open, receptive, vulnerable and engaged- the lifeblood of acting.
 
This session will be a safe space for participants to practice their ability to observe and attend to another actor. By focusing on our partner, we free ourselves from being self-conscious, allowing authenticity and ease to play.
 
The program will begin by introducing a strong foundation of the repetition technique before developing into advanced exercises, improvisations and applying the technique into scene study and rehearsal.
 
Session 1: 
- Foundation of the Meisner Technique
- Basic to Developed Repetition Exercise
 
Session 2:
- Developed to Advanced Repetition Exercises
- 'The Obstruction' Exercise
 
Session 3:
Improvisation From The Meisner Technique:
- Objectives & Activity
- 'The Knock on the Door' Exercise
 
Session 4:
- Incorporating Meisner Repetition in Text Work
- Text Work & Rehearsal Improvisations through Meisner Repetition
- Internal Presentation