ACTING: Screen Acting (Group 2)

Age group: Juniors (Grades 3-6)
Class Size: 12 max

In this exciting two-day screen acting workshop, young performers will step in front of the camera and explore what it takes to create believable, truthful performances for film and television. Guided by professional actor and YAS Studio founder Daniel Fischer, students will learn the foundations of screen acting in a fun, supportive and creativity-filled studio environment.

Across the two days, students will work on scripted scenes while learning how actors break down scripts, understand character relationships and connect to a character’s emotional journey. Through practical exercises, improvisation, rehearsal and on-camera scene work, they’ll explore essential screen acting techniques including listening, reacting truthfully, emotional connection and adjusting performance for the camera.

Designed especially for juniors, this workshop encourages imagination, collaboration and confidence while giving students insight into how professional actors bring stories and characters to life on screen. Whether they’re brand new to acting or already love performing, it’s a fantastic opportunity to build skills, make creative choices and experience the excitement of screen acting.

Teacher: Daniel Fischer

Daniel Fischer is a Melbourne-based actor, acting coach and founder of YAS Studio. With more than 15 years of professional experience across screen and theatre, Daniel has appeared in Australian productions including Love Me (Warner Bros), Summer Love (Gristmill), The Clearing (Wooden Horse) and Dear Life (Gristmill).

His theatre work spans new writing and development across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, working with major theatre companies including Malthouse Theatre, Melbourne Theatre Company, and the Brisbane Powerhouse.

A graduate of 16th Street Actors Studio full-time program, Daniel has also trained with internationally renowned acting coaches Larry Moss, Elizabeth Kemp and Lisa Robertson.

Since opening YAS Studio in February, he has coached students to secure representation with leading talent agencies, audition for major stage and screen productions, and prepare for roles in international feature films. His coaching combines professional industry insight with a supportive, practical approach that helps young actors build confidence, strengthen their craft and deliver truthful performances on screen.

Dates: Tuesday 29 & Wednesday 30 September
Time: 10am-2pm both days
Age group: Juniors (Grades 3-6)
Cost: $250 (incl. GST)
Class size: 12 max
What to bring: Please bring some lunch, snacks and a water bottle.