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1. „We’ve bought into the idea that education is about training and „success,“ defined monetarily, rather than learning to think critically and challenge. We should not forget that the true purpose of education is to make minds, not careers. A culture that does not grasp the vital interplay between morality and power, which mistakes management techniques for wisdom, which fails to understand that the measure of a civilization is its compassion, not its speed or ability to consume, condemns itself to death.“ – Chris Hedges (Empire of Illusion: The End of Literacy and the Triumph of Spectacle)

2. 5% Ermäßigung für Mitglieder von folgenden

Organisationen, Verbänden, Gewerkschaften:

BFFS, Interessenverband Deutscher Schauspieler e.V., Verdi, Ensemble Netzwerk, SBKV – Schweizer Bühnenkünstler Verband, VÖFS – Verband österreichischer SchauspielerInnen, SSFV – Filmschauspieler, ACT – Berufsverband der Freien Theaterschaffenden, BFDK – Bundesverband Freie Darstellende Künste, Bundesverband Regie, ADA – Österreichischer Regieverband, Verband Filmregie Österreich Verband Deutscher Drehbuchautoren e.V., Verband für Film – und Fernsehdramaturgie e.V., Drehbuchverband Austria, Verband Österreichischer Film-Autoren (VÖFA), Interessenverband Synchronschauspieler e.V., Bundesverband Theaterpädagogik e.V. * und weitere falls uns nicht bekannt bitte kurz per Email bescheid sagen.

* Beim Onlinebuchungsvorgang (Ausfüllen des Formulars) erscheint ein Kästchen zum Häkchen setzen, dadurch wird die Gebühr automatisch um 5 % reduziert! ** Falls wir eine Organisation/Verband/Gewerkschaft vergessen haben sollte, bitte uns schreiben.

3. LIVE wieder ab Juli:

5 Tage im August „Grundlagenkurs“ mit Matthias Schott
2 Tage im September „Rollenverkörperung – Tierarbeit“ mit Matthias Schott
2 x 2 Tage im November „Chekhov Technik“ mit Kathrin Heuer and Sarah Purcell

4. Schauspielworkshop mit Sheila Gray (NYC) hier klicken

5 Tage im Dezember 2021

5. Gründung Produktion für Stoffentwicklung und Theaterprojekte: „Foggy Road Productions“

6. 12 Tage Schauspielworkshop mit Sandra Seacat (Los Angeles) – Verschoben auf März/April 2022!

Artikel der New York Times „Laura Dern embraces…“

„The Method is strong in Dern’s family. Bruce Dern and Ladd studied at the Actors Studio, and Laura took classes at the Lee Strasberg Theater and Film Institute as a 9-year-old. Dern’s acting teacher of 30 years, Sandra Seacat, also came out of the Method. But Seacat’s pedagogy is a little different. The process begins with the actor writing a letter to herself. According to Seacat, such a letter might read, “Dear Inner Self, if it is your will, please reveal to me in a dream tonight, the inner truth of this character that is in me, this part of me that’s the character.” Then the actor brings the dream to workshop, where she might perform rituals based on it or cast other actors to perform it. Seacat believes, and Dern strongly affirms, that the artist is a “wounded healer” and that by finding in her character her own “wound,” and expressing it, she has the power to heal herself and the audience.“ – (NYT)

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7. Hier die neuesten Feedbacks:

„Geordie’s generosity in the workshop is matched by his calm precision and clarity. His approach to working on postmodern
texts is as coherent and illuminating as his process on conventional text analysis. He is kind, humble and in this way, out of his vast experience, effortlessly authoritative. I have loved working with him with Schott Acting Studio and look forward to
doing so again.“ – Mike Bernardin (Director/Acting teacher)

„It’s hugely rewarding having direct access to Geordie’s intelligence and vision, and his experience as a world-class theatre director. He reveals his processes and begins a collaboration with the actors which leaves us wishing we were heading straight into a rehearsal room with him. I’m a regular in his classes – I always learn new things, they’re always a joy.“ – Dulcie Smart (Actress)

„Mike Alfreds‘ workshop on the Laban Efforts was an amazing experience, led by a true pioneer of the theatre, which challenged my preconceptions around the psycho-physical work of the actor. As an introduction to the work of Rudolf Laban, I found the work liberating and specific, and with Mike Alfreds‘ guidance, the Laban efforts have become an indispensable and fundamental aspect of my toolkit as an actor. In a year of lockdowns and a global pandemic, one of the silver linings has been the ability to engage in online workshops with luminaries of the theatre, which would not have been possible otherwise.“ – William Harding (Actor/Playwright/Director South Africa)

„I just wanted to let you know that I thought Mike’s Characterization workshop last week was absolutely brilliant. It was really insightful and provided us all with a rich variety of useful techniques from which to approach characterization. It was challenging but as a result, I felt like I learned so much just from those 5 sessions, and it’s made me think of how I approach the work in a new and exciting way. In addition, I’m starting to build an awareness of how we use Laban in our daily lives. I really hope to see more opportunities like them in the future. So, thank you both! I look forward to seeing you for the next one.“ – James Lacey (Actor, UK)

„Matthias Schott is an outstanding acting coach and workshop leader. Through the detailed exercises in the workshops and his incredible curated eye, he provides generous individual feedback which has been pivotal on my acting journey. He is a true talent and the classes are not only a melting pot of ideas and experimentation but also fun! I can truly say that without it, my acting journey would not have grown as much. His knowledge, expertise and intuitive eye is unsurpassed.“ – Alaa Taha (Playwright/Actress)

“I took Matthias workshop as a beginner. It was one of my first acting experiences. Although I had a hard time openning up in the beginning, his sensitive individual care helped me overcome my fears and blockages. By the end of the week, not only did I perform like I had never imagined I could, but also learned a lot about myself and my abilities and strengths. I would recommend Matthias‘ workshops to anyone who wants to improve their acting by taking a deep look into their soul and grow out of self reflection. I will definitely continue to participate in Matthias‘ courses. He is a very inspiring and wonderful human being.” – Rebecca Veil (Susan Batson Technik & Schauspiel Intensiv)

“Schott Acting Studio is the one Acting Studio in Europe that offers workshops and masterclasses with iconic teachers from all over the world. One year ago I took my first workshop organized by Schott Acting Studio and it helped me a lot to pursue my dream to move to the states and establish contacts for working internationally as an actor. After I finished drama school in Germany I was hungry for more and I still feel lucky to have taken several workshops in Berlin organized by Matthias Schott. These workshops and the wonderful teachers, colleagues and artists I met there had a huge impact on my journey which now led me to studying at the Actors Studio in New York. I’ll forever be grateful for these immensely inspiring and nurturing workshop experiences and the doors that opened themselves because of them. Thank you Matthias! ” – Janina Picard

8. Rücktrittsrecht. Speziell für die längeren Workshops und Masterclasses gibt es neben den Rücktrittsrecht, zu finden in den AGB´s, auch Angebote von Versicherungen zu Seminarrücktritten. Dies könnte interessant sein für Kollegen*innen, die sich einen Platz sichern wollen, aber befürchten sehr kurzfristig aus schwerwiegenden Gründen stornieren zu müssen. Es sollte individuell angefragt werden, welche Bedingungen bzw. welche Stornierungsgründe anerkannt werden. Bsp.: Merkur-Seminarversicherung, Ergo-Seminar-und Reiserücktrittsversicherung u.v.a.

Drehoptionen, geänderte Drehpläne oder Theaterproben werden wahrscheinlich nicht als kurzfristiger Stornierungsgrund akzeptiert. Wichtig hier zu wissen: Es kann selbst bei kurzfristigen Stornierungen über unsere Rücktrittsvereinbarungen A) ein Ersatzteilnehmer*in gestellt und B) eine Umbuchung auf andere Workshops vorgenommen werden.

9. Zur positiven Wirkung des Theaterspielens und des Improvisierens

für Nicht-Schauspieler und Schauspielinteressierte

a.) Fear of Failing von Sarah Schmidt (The Guardian)

b.) „Frei entfalten kann man sich nur spielerisch“ mit Gerald Hüther (Deutschlandfunk)

c.) Life Changing Lessons I learned from Drama School and Acting von Dominic Zhai (The Startup)

*Siehe Kurse Wochenendseminar Schauspiel oder für Gruppen Teambuildingseminare

10. Buchtips

Different Every Night von Mike Alfreds

Playwriting – Structure, Character, How and What to Write von Stephen Jeffreys

The Outstanding Actor von Ken Rea

Truth von Susan Batson

The Intent to Live von Larry Moss

The Actor´s Art and Craft / The Actors´s Guide to Creating a Character von Willam Esper