Acting Classes in Manchester
Scene Study
A four-week-long, intensive scene study acting class with a maximum of 6 members. Students are paired up and each assigned a different scene for the month from a different published stage play, chosen for their specific casting. Guaranteed hour of 'up on your feet' individual exploration time per pair/trio in each class. This class runs in association with Play With Fire Productions.
On Camera Scene Study
A four-week-long, film scene study based acting class with a maximum of 8 members. This class will work specifically with high-quality film and television scripts to hone your craft of acting in front of a camera.
Students are paired up and each assigned 2-4 different scenes over the course of 4 weeks, chosen for their specific casting. You will receive a guaranteed hour of 'up on your feet' individual exploration time per pair/trio in each class.
Weekly Acting Classes
This class is a weekly acting class for students to attend on a regular/flexible basis to keep their skills sharp and learn new ones. It is open to beginners and experienced actors alike. Examples of work covered include:
- Emotional Availability
- Creating a Character
- Acting different styles
- Mindfulness for acting and auditions
- Script Analysis
- Managing Inner Critics and Self-Judgement
- Nerves and Self-Consciousness
- Fear of failure
- Presence and authenticity
- Listening and connection
Practical Aesthetics
Practical Aesthetics (PA) is a practical approach to acting, developed by the director and playwright David Mamet and actor William H Macy. It was developed as an antidote to the confusing, inaccessible and shame-inducing acting approaches, often promoted in mainstream actor training. It draws from the later writings of Stanislavsky, the works of Sanford Meisner, Joseph Campbell, Aristotle, William James, Carl Jung and philosophy of stoicism.
"I would go so far as to say that 'Scene Study' is absolutely necessary training for the professional actor. Dan uses his seemingly limitless knowledge and insight into practitioner theory, plays and the craft of acting to guide actors through a very personalised journey of discovery."
Nancy Monaghan
"If you are thinking about doing Scene Study stop thinking about it and just do it!!! Daniel's knowledge and passion for scripts and techniques is incredible and infectious. I would urge any actor, experienced or not, to do this course."
Francesca Heraghty
Gurpreet Singh
2022-09-10
I’ve been to Dan’s classes before and this is my second lot of film scene study classes. Learning more about myself as an Actor and being pushed outside my comfort zone. Will be looking forward to doing more classes with Dan in the future.
P S-D
2022-08-15
Dan’s classes are professional yet unpretentious. In each session I felt challenged and confident that the environment was a safe and supportive place. Scene study was a great opportunity to collaborate with a scene partner. I also valued the practise of receiving direction and applying it to my work effectively with Dan’s clear and encouraging guidance. I would recommend Mindful Acting to any newcomer or performer looking to refine their skills and I look forward to attending again myself in the future.
Miley Lee
2022-07-22
amazing
millie newson
2022-07-07
As a complete beginner with no previous education in acting I found these classes very comfortable and I was quickly able to let myself go and use Dans techniques to help me further my skills and passion for acting!
Thanks Dan!
Matthew Heywood
2022-05-06
Would highly recommend Mindful Acting to anyone. Daniel makes things simple and gives you time to work and observe to really take in and think about your practice.
James Foulsham-Rogers
2022-04-20
As well as being incredibly knowledgeable and intelligent, Daniel is kind and welcoming. I loved every minute of our sessions and have come out feeling very inspired. Daniel is amazing!
Steve Brown
2022-03-30
Up to now I have had 3 one to one sessions with Dan and they have been amazing. I have always had a love for acting but at 62 I felt I had really missed the boat. Dan's sympathetic and encouraging training is building my confidence in so many ways. I am learning to memorise scripts and to delve into the characters and am even learning alot about myself. Dan is an expert in bringing the best out of people and he has filled me with a new found confidence in my acting ability. One of the best decisions I've made in a long time is to join Mindful Acting classes.
Joel P
2022-03-03
Having recently completed Dan’s 4-week Film Scene Study course, I have absolutely no hesitation in offering a heartfelt recommendation to actors of all levels of experience. I signed up keen to sharpen my technique following the pandemic, and to reflect on my preparation and approach to acting for the camera. Within a lovely group of just 6, Dan created a warm, safe room in which to challenge me individually, and tailored his tutoring for each participant based on their specific needs and goals. I finished the course with renewed confidence in and clarity around my craft, thanks to Dan’s approach and great expertise. A wonderful four weeks!
Katya Rogers
2022-02-28
Diving in to this sort of stuff can be incredibly daunting, and Dan makes it relaxing and fun. Absolutely learning loads in a patient and welcoming environment. Can't wait to continue!
Menyee Lai
2022-02-25
Dan is an intuitive and insightful teacher. He makes sure to get the absolute best from you and doesn't let you off the hook in the most caring and supportive way. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, Dan will guide your acting to what is authentic and unique to you. Can't recommend him enough. Good teachers are rare. Inspirational ones are rarer. Dan is both.
Gurpreet Singh
2022-09-10
I’ve been to Dan’s classes before and this is my second lot of film scene study classes. Learning more about myself as an Actor and being pushed outside my comfort zone. Will be looking forward to doing more classes with Dan in the future.
P S-D
2022-08-15
Dan’s classes are professional yet unpretentious. In each session I felt challenged and confident that the environment was a safe and supportive place. Scene study was a great opportunity to collaborate with a scene partner. I also valued the practise of receiving direction and applying it to my work effectively with Dan’s clear and encouraging guidance. I would recommend Mindful Acting to any newcomer or performer looking to refine their skills and I look forward to attending again myself in the future.
Miley Lee
2022-07-22
amazing
millie newson
2022-07-07
As a complete beginner with no previous education in acting I found these classes very comfortable and I was quickly able to let myself go and use Dans techniques to help me further my skills and passion for acting!
Thanks Dan!
Matthew Heywood
2022-05-06
Would highly recommend Mindful Acting to anyone. Daniel makes things simple and gives you time to work and observe to really take in and think about your practice.
James Foulsham-Rogers
2022-04-20
As well as being incredibly knowledgeable and intelligent, Daniel is kind and welcoming. I loved every minute of our sessions and have come out feeling very inspired. Daniel is amazing!
Steve Brown
2022-03-30
Up to now I have had 3 one to one sessions with Dan and they have been amazing. I have always had a love for acting but at 62 I felt I had really missed the boat. Dan's sympathetic and encouraging training is building my confidence in so many ways. I am learning to memorise scripts and to delve into the characters and am even learning alot about myself. Dan is an expert in bringing the best out of people and he has filled me with a new found confidence in my acting ability. One of the best decisions I've made in a long time is to join Mindful Acting classes.
Joel P
2022-03-03
Having recently completed Dan’s 4-week Film Scene Study course, I have absolutely no hesitation in offering a heartfelt recommendation to actors of all levels of experience. I signed up keen to sharpen my technique following the pandemic, and to reflect on my preparation and approach to acting for the camera. Within a lovely group of just 6, Dan created a warm, safe room in which to challenge me individually, and tailored his tutoring for each participant based on their specific needs and goals. I finished the course with renewed confidence in and clarity around my craft, thanks to Dan’s approach and great expertise. A wonderful four weeks!
Katya Rogers
2022-02-28
Diving in to this sort of stuff can be incredibly daunting, and Dan makes it relaxing and fun. Absolutely learning loads in a patient and welcoming environment. Can't wait to continue!
Menyee Lai
2022-02-25
Dan is an intuitive and insightful teacher. He makes sure to get the absolute best from you and doesn't let you off the hook in the most caring and supportive way. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, Dan will guide your acting to what is authentic and unique to you. Can't recommend him enough. Good teachers are rare. Inspirational ones are rarer. Dan is both.
Gurpreet Singh
2022-09-10
I’ve been to Dan’s classes before and this is my second lot of film scene study classes. Learning more about myself as an Actor and being pushed outside my comfort zone. Will be looking forward to doing more classes with Dan in the future.
P S-D
2022-08-15
Dan’s classes are professional yet unpretentious. In each session I felt challenged and confident that the environment was a safe and supportive place. Scene study was a great opportunity to collaborate with a scene partner. I also valued the practise of receiving direction and applying it to my work effectively with Dan’s clear and encouraging guidance. I would recommend Mindful Acting to any newcomer or performer looking to refine their skills and I look forward to attending again myself in the future.
Miley Lee
2022-07-22
amazing
millie newson
2022-07-07
As a complete beginner with no previous education in acting I found these classes very comfortable and I was quickly able to let myself go and use Dans techniques to help me further my skills and passion for acting!
Thanks Dan!
Matthew Heywood
2022-05-06
Would highly recommend Mindful Acting to anyone. Daniel makes things simple and gives you time to work and observe to really take in and think about your practice.
James Foulsham-Rogers
2022-04-20
As well as being incredibly knowledgeable and intelligent, Daniel is kind and welcoming. I loved every minute of our sessions and have come out feeling very inspired. Daniel is amazing!
Steve Brown
2022-03-30
Up to now I have had 3 one to one sessions with Dan and they have been amazing. I have always had a love for acting but at 62 I felt I had really missed the boat. Dan's sympathetic and encouraging training is building my confidence in so many ways. I am learning to memorise scripts and to delve into the characters and am even learning alot about myself. Dan is an expert in bringing the best out of people and he has filled me with a new found confidence in my acting ability. One of the best decisions I've made in a long time is to join Mindful Acting classes.
Joel P
2022-03-03
Having recently completed Dan’s 4-week Film Scene Study course, I have absolutely no hesitation in offering a heartfelt recommendation to actors of all levels of experience. I signed up keen to sharpen my technique following the pandemic, and to reflect on my preparation and approach to acting for the camera. Within a lovely group of just 6, Dan created a warm, safe room in which to challenge me individually, and tailored his tutoring for each participant based on their specific needs and goals. I finished the course with renewed confidence in and clarity around my craft, thanks to Dan’s approach and great expertise. A wonderful four weeks!
Katya Rogers
2022-02-28
Diving in to this sort of stuff can be incredibly daunting, and Dan makes it relaxing and fun. Absolutely learning loads in a patient and welcoming environment. Can't wait to continue!
Menyee Lai
2022-02-25
Dan is an intuitive and insightful teacher. He makes sure to get the absolute best from you and doesn't let you off the hook in the most caring and supportive way. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, Dan will guide your acting to what is authentic and unique to you. Can't recommend him enough. Good teachers are rare. Inspirational ones are rarer. Dan is both.