Central State University Theatre Arts Program offers free actor training workshops in November

Above: Student Na'Kayla Green-Ruffin participates in a Central State University Theatre Arts Program.

Central State University's Title III Theatre Arts Program is excited to present two free actor training workshops this November. Open to the campus community and the public, the workshops will be held in the Paul Robeson Cultural and Performing Arts Center at CSU, located at 1400 Brush Row Road, Wilberforce. The sessions will run from 12-4 p.m. on the following dates: 

• “Tactical Moves for the Actor” – Saturday, Nov. 2   
• “Acting for the Camera” – Saturday, Nov. 16   

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Tactical Moves for the Actor: Led by Joe Deer, a distinguished professor of Musical Theatre at Wright State University and renowned director, this workshop focuses on character development for stage and screen. Deer brings extensive directing experience from off-Broadway, top regional theatres across the U.S. and leading educational institutions worldwide. Participants are encouraged to bring a potential audition speech for hands-on work during the session. 

Acting for the Camera: Award-winning actor and on-camera acting coach Stef Tovar will lead this workshop, offering participants a chance to prepare an audition video for the entertainment industry. With over 25 years of experience on both sides of the camera in Los Angeles and Chicago, Tovar’s expertise spans commercials, television, film and theatre, making this a must-attend for aspiring screen actors. 

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These workshops are designed to enhance participants' acting skills, whether for the stage or on camera, offering invaluable insight into the professional world of acting. 

For assistance selecting an audition speech or any inquiries, contact John Fleming, Theatre Arts Program Activity Director, at jfleming@centralstate.edu or 937-545-1478.