ACTING CLASSES STARTING SOON ~ FILM CLASSES STARTING SOON
Resources: Seattle office of film and music ~ Seattle film directory ~ Seattle film festivals ~ Seattle film guide ~ Production House Media
Auditions: Seattleactor.com ~ TPS: Theater Puget Sound ~ Performers Callboard ~ Actors Access ~ Other callboards


Nils Osmar's Wonder Productions
Wonder Productions home ~ Nils Osmar home ~ Upcoming auditions
phone: 206-420-1309 ~
email


Upcoming auditions

The easiest way to find our about upcoming auditions
for Wonder Productions projects is to get on our auditions email list.
To do so, send an email request to:
nilsosmar@gmail.com

Meantime, if you're looking for something cool go do,
check out our upcoming acting and filmmaking classes below:

ACTING CLASSES

CLASS 110: Beginning Acting
To sign up, or get info about dates and times, click here

Acting is fun! In this enjoyable introductory class you'll learn how to create characters, memorize dialogue, and use your voice, body and emotions as acting tools. Plus: warm­ups and theater games, improv and scenework, and information about Seattle's film and theater scenes. Whether you're looking for a class just for fun, or have professional aspirations to act on the stage or in movies, everyone is welcome. Instructor has directed stageplays and feature films, and taught acting for over fifteen years. His movies have played at international film festivals. About the instructor ~ More info about this class

CLASS 120:
Auditioning
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A fun one-day workshop for students who would like to learn more about the auditioning process. You'll learn where to find auditions in the Seattle area; how to sort out the promising auditions from the ones you might want to avoid; how to audition for both paid and unpaid roles; how to slate for the camera; and more. Plus, information about headshots, resumes and career opportunities for actors in the area. Also, s students who are working on a monologue will get a chance to practice and perform it in class (the monologues will be filmed and will be uploaded later for the student to view). Taking this class will help students get more comfortable with the process of auditioning, connect with opportunities in Seattle, get a good sense of where to find stage, film and television auditions, and get ready to take the next step. About the instructor ~ More info about this class

CLASS 300:
Let's Make a Movie
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In this class we'll create and film a short independent movie from scratch. Students are free to act in the movie, help write or choose a script, and help out on crew. (You can choose how you want to participate.) You'll learn how movies are made, what it's like to act in one, how to operate a prosumer camcorder, mark scenes, set up lights, record audio, and more. Everyone is welcome; no previous acting or filmmaking experience is necessary. Instructor has directed both shorts and features. His movies have played at international film festivals. This class is listed under FILM CLASSES, on the registration page. About the instructor ~ More info about this class


CLASS 310: Filmmaking 101: Boot camp for filmmakers
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Want to learn the basics of filmmaking, but not ready to spend $30,000 for film school? This class will teach you what you need to know, at a tuition you can afford. You'll learn how movies are made (the three stages of production, and what needs to be done during each stage); the differences between standard and high def camcorders, consumer, prosumer and pro models, and how to find a camcorder that has the features you need, at a price you can afford; all about camera angles, including closeups, medium shots, and how to use them to tell your stories; how to record high quality audio, and avoid common audio problems; how to get your movies into film festivals; and more. About the instructor ~ More info about this class

CLASS 320:
Documentary Filmmaking
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You don't need a fancy camera or a lot of money to make a documentary. You just need a camcorder, a microphone, a computer for editing, and knowledge of how to go about it. In this class you'll learn how to plan and organize your documentary; how to set up and film interviews; how to get good audio and lighting under field conditions.  Students will get experience thinking up interview questions and filming an actual interview in class. Plus, tips about film festivals and distribution. About the instructor ~ More info about this class

CLASS 550:
Start writing your screenplay!
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In this class, open to all levels, you'll learn how screenplays are written, and have opportunities to write some short scenes and "mini-scripts," hear them read aloud, and get feedback on your writings. We'll focus on plot and structure, script formatting, dialogue and action, and what goes into writing a tightly written, effective and marketable script. Plus: tips for getting an agent and pitching your screenplay. The instructor, a Seattle filmmaker, has written over 30 screenplays. His films have played at major international festivals. About the instructor ~ More info about this class This class is listed under Writing classes on the registration page