Toronto’s Best Acting Class

Youth & Teen Classes

The ONLY acting class in Toronto that provides all actors with a training and a professionally
shot demo reel within a 5 week course!

Join Our Exciting 5-Week Acting Class!

This 5-week class is designed for all ages and experience levels. Whether you're new to film and television acting or a seasoned performer looking to refine your craft, this class is for you

We currently offer classes for:
Teens (13-17): Saturdays from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Youth (12 & under) Sundays from 1:00pm – 4:00pm

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Over the course of five weeks, all actors will work on a scene, a monologue and a mock
commercial audition. All 3 scenes will be filmed on a professional 4K camera, with paperback
drops and studio lighting. The footage will be edited, colour-corrected, and audio-enhanced to
create a high-quality demo reel. We guarantee you won’t find a better-quality tape anywhere
else!

CLASS SCHEDULE

Week 1: Scene Study Coaching

Week 2: Mock Commercial Audition

Week 3: Monologue Coaching

Week 4: Filming Demo: Scene

Week 5: Filming Demo: Monologue & Mock Commercial

HERE'S WHAT TO EXPECT

Your performance will be professionally shot, edited, colour-corrected, and audioenhanced, ensuring you receive a polished demo reel. This footage is perfect for agency submissions, updating your reel on Actors Access, Casting Workbook, Casting Network, etc or tracking your personal progress.

– Master the foundations of authentic film and television acting
– Learn essential on-camera techniques
– Develop strong scene analysis skills
– Explore character development and script breakdown
– Gain industry insights, including agency discussions and the differences between union vs
non-union work
– Learn the dos and don’ts’s of auditioning

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

All actors must film their demo’s on the designated shoot day. If you need to film separately at the studio, additional charges will apply.

PREPARATION
All class materials will be provided. Please ensure your material is memorized and
prepared before each session.

We guarantee a safe, supportive, and fun environment where actors can train and grow. Come experience the energy of Shiki Studios. We can’t wait to work with you!

SIGN UP HERE

Secure Your Spot

To secure your spot, please send an e-transfer of $305.10 to info@shikistudios.com

Once we receive your payment, your place in the class will be confirmed. If you would prefer to pay in installments, I will still put your name down for the class and you can pay whenever works best for you.

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Rosie Callaghan⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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Quinn A⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
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