Learn More In The Video And Book Your Spot In Our Next Workshop!
Art Of Acting is a foundational actor training program holistically designed for students/scholars pursuing the art of memorable performances on and off screen. Presented by award-winning South African actress Simoné Pretorius and friends.
Upcoming Workshops
12, 13 and 19 August 2023 // Beginners Workshop // Midrand – R3800 (VAT inc) // Only 3 Spots Left
Learn More In The Video Below And Book Your Spot In Our Next Workshop!
Art Of Acting is a foundational actor training program holistically designed for students/scholars pursuing the art of memorable performances on and off screen. Presented by award-winning South African actress Simoné Pretorius and friends.
Upcoming Workshops
12, 13 and 19 August 2023 // Beginners Workshop // Midrand – R3800 (VAT inc) // Only 3 Spots Left
AOA Alumni
Since our first workshop in 2017, we have been fortunate to have incredible alumni who have gone on to achieve great success, from appearing in Hollywood & Netflix feature films to local productions.
Wanda Banda
Wanda Banda is a South African actress, model, and entrepreneur known for The Woman King (2022)
Gerald Steyn
Gerald Steyn is a South African actor known for his breakthrough performance as Lourens le Riche on the M-Net (South Africa) mini-series, Trackers.
Elani Dekker
Elani Dekker is a South African actress best known for Toorbos (2019), Silverton Siege (2022) and Jou Romeo (2016).
Jacques Adriaanse
Jacques Adriaanse is a South African actor best known for his work in Binnelanders, Little Big Mouth (Netflix) and Kings of Joburg (Netflix)
Reze-Tiana Wessels
Reze-Tiana Wessels is a South African dancer and actress best known for her work in Slumber Party Massacre, 7de Laan, and Diepe Waters.
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Choose your workshop
Beginners Workshop
R3800VAT Inc
- For the artist who wants to UPSKILL him/herself
- Three day workshop
- Preferably suitable for ages 17 and up
- No previous/ and or limited experience needed (Everyone is welcome)
- Sessions include improvisation, ensemble work, introduction to the Meisner method, scene study & audition preparation
- Limited to 14 students
Advanced Workshop
R5000
- For the focused actor who wants to REFINE their technique
- Three day workshop
- For Beginners Workshop alumni and professional/working actors
- Sessions include incorporation of character and improvisational work from Uta Hagen and Stanford Meisner, as well as scene study and lots of character work
- The filming of your best work from the weekend (whether a monologue or scene work), with a personal recommendation letter to send to casting agents/agencies.
- Limited to 12 students
Host a Workshop at your School
R6500
- For pupils who seek the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the entertainment industry
- Three hour workshop
- Suitable for Grade 10 – Grade 12
- Sessions include a thorough Q&A, foundational improvisation and ensemble work for two hours based on Viola Spolin’s Theatre Games.
- Book for an after-school session, or a weekend-session.
- up to 10 hours/day*
- one-on-one sessions, industry audition preparation, varsity admission preparation, role requirements, performance refinement, dress rehearsals & more
- available in JHB & PTA
“I would love to see you step out of your comfort zone
and face your fears and insecurities head on.”
– Simoné Pretorius
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FAQ’s
The Beginners and Advanced workshops are designed to accommodate ages 17 years and up. We have even had a 66 year old complete a beginners workshop.
You would have needed to attend a Beginner’s Workshop in order to qualify for the Advanced Workshop, unless otherwise arranged with Simoné.
All workshops (excluding Advanced) are geared towards actors with no, limited or previous experience. Everyone is welcome.
Beginners and Advanced: Dress in neutral colored clothing (preferable black) and learn to release any judgment or self consciousness about body size and shape. Wear low heeled soft shoes, thin-soled sneakers, yoga socks, or bare feet. No running shoes. No jewelry, perfume, or cologne. Long hair should be tied up and kept out of the face.
No refunds to be given to students who started or completed the workshop. Should you pay and cancel for any reason before the workshop started only a 50% refund will be paid into your account.
Dates are limited to Simoné’s schedule. All dates to each workshop will be communicated on our website and instagram account. Please follow us for more information – @artofactingsa
Beginner’s: 14 students
Advanced: 12 students
