About the class

In Theatre II, participants will engage in a deeper exploration of the skills needed to perform honestly and with conviction on stage. This course will use various theatre exercises, scene work, and improvisation to explore actor warm-ups, character development, script analysis, and performance.  

In a playful environment, with commitment and full engagement, participants will develop and challenge their inner artist, so they can bring their best foot forward as performers – and in their everyday lives.  

The course will end with an open class to share some of what has been learned over the 10 weeks.  

Objectives 

The objectives for this course are: 

• To further develop basic skills of acting: awareness of breath, voice, & movement; trusting one’s impulses; making bold choices; and working as an ensemble. 
• To develop personal techniques in order to perform with honesty and conviction.  
• To engage with the inner artist by instilling confidence and encouraging agency.  
• To develop a respect and rigour for the craft. 
• To have fun. 

REGISTER

 Jessica Abdallah is a Montreal-based director who has been bringing stories to life for over 20 years.

She is a graduate of John Abbott College’s Acting program, Concordia University’s Theatre & Development program and holds an MFA in Directing from the University of Alberta.
Directing credits include The One (Hopegrown), What Rough Beast (stage reading - Centaur Theatre), the French and English versions of  TUMIT (Akpik Theatre), Sedna: Goddess of the Sea (Tableau D’Hôte Theatre), and Annie Mae’s Movement (UofA).

Jessica is Artistic Associate at Geordie Theatre where she also runs their successful Geordie Theatre School. A firm believer that everyone can benefit from a little theatre in their life, Jessica loves working with people of all ages, all backgrounds, and all experience levels.