The Intro to acting class is for beginners and those with a theatre background who are looking to start in film and television. This class introduces actors to the professional level of on-camera acting.  This is where you learn VADA's techniques and basics, breifing you on all areas of film and TV acting. Missing out on this foundation can stunt your growth in our more advanced classes or leave holes in your training.  This class will give you a taste of what it takes to be a professional actor.We start with text analysis, breaking down the script, and preparing your work. You work with monologues and scenes and drill getting into emotions and characters. Then we film your work and show you camera technique and the technical aspect of acting on-set for the camera. Next, you learn film/tv auditions and cold reads on-camera and audition etiquette. We do commercial auditions which are mostly improvised and show you how to get an agent, professional headshots and resumes. 

VADA GRADUATE: Rafael Pellerin VADA Graduate, Rafael Pellerin, has been booking gigs like crazy...     » more... VADA GRADUATE: Sonya Salomaa Congratulations to Sonya for booking a Lead role on the new TV Drama "The Guard"!! Sonya is a Two-time Leo award winner for her character Maya in "The Collector". Her 2008/2009 Film & TV Credits include: "Flash Gordon", "Odysseus and the Isle of the Mist    » more... VADA GRADUATE: Michelle Molineux had this to say about Simons Calgary Workshop,"I learned more in your 3 day workhop then I have in a 12 week long course...Your workshop greatly increased my confidenace as an actor and I feel has been a large contributing factor in my recent success."    » more... VADA GRADUATE: Kristine Cofsky Kristine graduated from the March '03 DAP. Shortly thereafter booked a lead on a low-budget feature film called Sleepover. Due to her training in class, Kristine felt totally comfortable stepping onto the set of her first (of many) feature films!    » more... VADA GRADUATE: Beatrice Ilg In just six short months, Beatrice has become a promising young star - having signed with one of the top agents in town and auditioning regularly...    » more...