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A practical one-day introduction to Sanford Meisner’s Technique, exploring repetition, truthful response, emotional connection and working instinctively with text. Ideal for actors looking to develop greater presence, spontaneity and authenticity in performance. With Peter Carroll - working actor and alumnus of The Acting Studio, New York.
An Introduction to the Meisner Technique
Date: TBC REGISTER INTEREST VIA EMAIL TO INFO@THINKINGACTORS.CO.UK
Time: 10.00am–5.00pm
Booking terms: No refunds. Bookings are non-transferable.
This one-day introductory workshop offers actors practical experience and insight into key elements of Sanford Meisner’s Technique, with a strong emphasis on truthful, responsive and connected performance.
The Meisner Technique provides a distinctive approach to preparation and performance, encouraging actors to work truthfully from moment to moment rather than anticipating or manufacturing a result. The work explores how we connect with fellow actors, respond instinctively and create organic, believable and engaging choices.
Participants will explore how individuality, behaviour, listening and the meaning behind the spoken word can contribute to performance truth.
Previous knowledge of Stanislavski’s system may be useful but is not essential.
Areas of Study
Repetition Exercises – understanding their purpose and practical application
Motivated Action – exploring emotional struggle, behaviour and truthful response
Working with Text – practical approaches to line learning and scene development
Application in Performance – remaining present, responsive and avoiding anticipation
Theory into Practice – understanding the principles of Meisner and applying them practically to performance
The workshop combines explanation, practical exercises and scene work, allowing participants to experience the technique rather than simply study it theoretically.
Included:
All workshop notes and materials
Certificate of completion
A short scripted scene will be sent to participants approximately 1–2 weeks before the workshop for preparation.
Peter Carroll is a highly experienced acting coach and practitioner, specialising in Stanislavski’s Method and The Meisner Technique, the latter of which he trained in at The Acting Studio New York. His clients have gone on to appear in major international productions, including FX/BBC Devs, BBC Silent Witness, Netflix Dracula, ITV Sanditon, BBC Our Girl, NBC This Is Us, Channel 4/HBO It’s A Sin, BBC EastEnders, Sky Atlantic Domina, 20th Century Studios Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, and BBC Alma’s Not Normal. He is a Fellow of The Higher Education Academy, a member of British Actors’ Equity, Spotlight, and The Royal Television Society. As an actor, Peter’s most recent work includes ITV’s Coronation Street.
