Meisner Technique Weekly

About this course

The course develops Meisner technique through sustained work on the repetition exercise, with attention to truthful responses, active listening and spontaneous reactions. Participants explore external focus and acting impulses to stay engaged with a scene partner rather than becoming overly self-conscious. Sessions also address voice, movement and physical presence for stage performance. Learners apply the technique to more complex scripts, using tutor feedback to examine and strengthen their scene work.

What you'll learn

• Practise the Meisner repetition exercise to develop more responsive acting choices
• Use active listening and external focus when working with a scene partner
• Apply acting and reacting impulses to create spontaneous responses
• Strengthen vocal, movement and physical-presence techniques for stage performance
• Apply Meisner techniques to complex scripted material

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for actors who have some previous training or introductory experience of Meisner technique and are ready to explore it in greater depth. Participation involves practical exercises, work with a scene partner and applying the approach to scripted material.

• Previous acting training or introductory Meisner experience is expected
• Suitable for learners ready to work beyond introductory Meisner exercises
• Includes practical partner work and tutor feedback