Course Overview
The Program in Acting is an intensive, 6-month course designed to train aspiring actors for film, television, and OTT platforms. The program builds a strong foundation in acting principles while focusing on the specific demands ofscreen performance.
The course blends ancient Indian acting traditions withglobally recognized Western techniques, giving students a well-rounded understanding of performance. From self-awareness, imagination, and emotional truth to character building and script analysis, students develop the core skills required to deliver authentic performances.
A key focus of the program is preparing actors for the camera — understanding shot sizes, continuity, subtlety, and on-set processes. Extensive scene work, improvisation, and on-camera exercises ensure that students not only learn acting but also apply it in practical, performance-driven environments.
By the end of the program, students perform and film scenes, building a professional acting portfolio/showreel, ready for auditions and industry opportunities.
Course Highlights
Screen Acting Focus (Core Positioning): Designed to prepare actors specifically for film, TV, and OTT performances, with strong emphasis on camera acting.
Blend of Indian & Western Acting Techniques: Learn from Rasa theory and Indian performance traditions, along with Stanislavski, Meisner, andEric Morris techniques.
Strong Foundation in Acting Principles: Develop skills in imagination, observation, emotional truth, given circumstances, and method of physical action.
Character & Script Analysis: Learn to break down scripts using objectives, beats, obstacles, and subtext to build layered performances.
Voice, Speech & Diction Training: Strengthen vocal clarity, breath control, resonance, and expressive speech for both stage and screen.
Improvisation & Spontaneity: Build confidence, listening skills, and natural responses through structured improvisation exercises.
Extensive Scene Work (Key Differentiator): Work on multiple scenes—from preparation to rehearsal to final performance—applying all learned techniques.
On-Camera Training & Technical Awareness: Understand framing, shot sizes, lenses, continuity, and how performance changes for the camera.
Audition Preparation & Industry Readiness: Learn audition techniques, cold reading, scene performance, and professional on-set behavior.
Final Filmed Performance & Showreel: Perform and shoot scenes for camera, creating a portfolio that showcases your acting ability.
Career Opportunities
This program prepares students for acting careers across film, television, OTT, and digital platforms:
Film & Television Actor
OTT / Web Series Actor
Ad Film & Commercial Actor
Theatre Actor (Foundation Pathway)
Voice Actor / Dubbing Artist
Content Creator / Performer (Digital Platforms)
With the rapid growth of OTT platforms, digital content, and independent cinema, trained actors are in high demand. This program equips students to perform with authenticity, adapt to the camera, and confidently pursue professional acting opportunities.