Acting Workshop and Scene Study at the Farmers  Market

Come join us for a fun acting workshop where we'll dive into scene study while surrounded by the vibrant energy of the farmers market!

The Original Farmers Market

Acting Workshop / Scene Study ClassJoin us for an engaging and interactive acting workshop focused on scene study and performance skills. This free, open-to-the-public class offers a comprehensive experience for actors of all levels.Time: 12:30 PM - 4:00 PMImprov Exercises<ul><li>Engaging group activities to boost creativity and spontaneity</li><li>Focus on character development and quick thinking</li></ul>Scene Work<ul><li>Partner pairing and scene assignment</li><li>We provide a selection of scripts to work on, or bring your own</li><li>Scene performances</li><li>Peer critique and instructor feedback</li></ul>Monologue Workshop<ul><li>Brief monologue performances</li><li>Group discussion and constructive feedback</li></ul>Self-Tape Recording Session<ul><li>Opportunity to record a short scene or monologue</li><li>We will provide recording equipment and green screen</li></ul>Join us to hone your craft, meet fellow actors, and gain valuable performance experience in a supportive environment!Located on the 2nd Floor conference room, north side of market. Go up stairwell, one flight.Farmer Market free 90 minutes parking with validation from merchants. Or park free at the parking at Pan Pacific Park and walk.Browse script library:<a href="https://sites.google.com/view/zoomactingclass/home?authuser=0" title="https://sites.google.com/view/zoomactingclass/home?authuser=0" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://sites.google.com/view/zoomactingclass/home?authuser=0</a>** We are always looking for talent for our independent film projects. This workshop is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and potentially get involved in upcoming productions.

Agenda

Improvisation Exercise: "Objective and Obstacle"
Objective:
This exercise will help actors tap into authentic emotions, develop an awareness of their character's objectives, and respond truthfully to obstacles in the scene—using spontaneity to stay present in the moment.

How It Works:
Set-Up the Scene:

Divide the class into pairs.
Provide each pair with a very simple situation (e.g., “You are two friends meeting at a café” or “You’re at the airport waiting for a flight”).
Don’t script any lines—this is pure improvisation.
Assign Hidden Objectives:

Privately give each actor a specific objective for their character. For example:
Actor A: Your objective is to convince your friend to lend you money.
Actor B: Your objective is to avoid lending any money.
This creates a natural conflict and obstacle in the scene.
Introduce Emotional Context (Emotional Memory):

Before starting the improv, ask each actor to reflect on a time in their real life when they had a similar objective or faced a s