ACT FOR CAMERA: THE FOUNDATION
7-WEEK ACTING COURSE FOR BEGINNERS
Taught by ALEX MURPHY
New to acting and not sure where to begin? This is your foundation.
Taught by internationally acclaimed actor and acting coach Alex Murphy, this course is designed for beginners who are ready to train seriously, build confidence, and step into the world of screen performance.
Over 7 weeks, you’ll explore the core principles of acting for the camera. From voice and movement to monologue work, scene study, and on-camera performance. Through hands-on coaching, filmed scenes, and a final showcase, you’ll develop a solid foundation while discovering what it really takes to act on screen.
Hosted at THE CAST & CREW CLUB — a creative studio entirely dedicated to helping actors grow, train, and thrive. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to level up.
Starts June 16th, 2025 · Only 9 spots available
Ready to step in front of the camera? Reserve your spot now!
About the Course
Act for Camera: The Foundation is a 7-week professional acting course designed for new and emerging actors who are serious about building their craft on camera.
Over 6 weeks, you’ll dive into the fundamentals of acting through movement, voice work, scene study, and monologue performance. You’ll rehearse, film, and receive expert coaching. In Week 7, you’ll present your work in a final in-studio showcase.
This is an immersive, small-group experience — not a casual drop-in. If you’re curious, committed, and ready to train, this is for you.
Why Take This Course?
Don’t know where to start? That’s why this course exists.
Whether you've always dreamed of acting, you’ve done a bit of theater, or you're just curious about stepping in front of a camera. This course gives you a clear, supportive entry point into the world of acting.
You won’t be overwhelmed with theory or jargon. Instead, you’ll learn by doing — with expert guidance, honest feedback, and a safe space to explore your talent.
By the end of the 7 weeks, you’ll have:
- A solid foundation in acting technique.
- Confidence performing on camera.
- Real filmed material that you can use for your demoreel.
- A clearer understanding of the actor you are, and could become in the future.
This course is designed to help you start right. Not just with tools and scenes, but with the right mindset and support. It's a training ground, a test space, and a launchpad.
“Every actor starts somewhere. If you’re ready to give it a real shot, this is where to begin.”
Alex Murphy
“You learn to act by acting. So we get busy. Doing.”
Alex Murphy is a seasoned actor and director with decades of experience working in both film and theater. He has taught thousands of students through Mulholland Academy and private coaching across Europe. Alex brings clarity, energy, and honesty to the process — helping actors unlock instinct, focus, and presence in a way that’s both grounded and transformational.
Founder, GoGo Heart Film & Stage
www.gogoheartfilmandstage.com
What You’ll Gain
Step into the actor's space with a structured, hands-on course designed to elevate your craft, build confidence, and prepare you for both stage and screen. Whether you're just starting out, or looking to deepen your foundation, this training will give you the tools to grow.
Train your voice, body, focus, and presence
Develop your physical and vocal instrument through proven techniques that increase clarity, control, and expression.Build habits of ease, connection, and truth
Learn how to stay grounded and present under pressure, respond authentically, and connect deeply with scene partners and audiences.Learn to unpack and play a scene or monologue
Break down scripts with professional tools to find objectives, emotional beats, and subtext that bring the material to life.Sharpen your emotional and situational intelligence
Gain a better understanding of character psychology and learn to respond truthfully to a wide range of emotional and dramatic circumstances.Rehearse with partners, improvise, and explore character
Through rehearsal and improvisation, you'll explore character dynamics, build trust, and stretch your creative instincts.Work on camera with playback and redirection
Experience the difference between performing live and for the lens. You'll work on camera, watch playback, and receive guidance to refine your performance.Discover the key differences between stage and screen
Learn how to adapt your energy, voice, and physicality depending on the medium, and understand what directors and casting agents look for in each.A final showcase with your classmates
Depending on the progress of the group, you will end the course with a final scene, or recorded live performance, giving you a chance to apply everything you've learned in front of an audience.
Course Information
Course Fee: €499 per actor (7 weeks, 4 hours per class)
Group Size: Max 9 students
Language: English
Location: THE CAST & CREW CLUB
De Unie, Bredewater 16, 2715 CA Zoetermeer
Free parking
Course Dates & Times
Mondays from 18:00–22:00 (CET)
Starting June 16, 2025, for 7 consecutive weeks