The Art of Screen Acting - 2-Day Masterclass
with Sarah Hone & Dayle Leydon Bolger of Bow Street Academy and Casting Director -Maureen Hughes.

Bow Street Academy and Maureen Hughes Casting will present this 2 day masterclass in Schull, introducing you to the basic essentials of screen acting and working with the camera. Covering all the rudiments from auditions through to performance, this workshop will demystify all parts of the craft including the key differences between stage and screen, casting, self-tapes, shooting and performance analysis.

Led by legendary Casting Director Maureen Hughes with Associate Artistic Director of Bow Street Sarah Hone and Actor/Writer/Director  & Bow St Tutor, Dale  Leadon Bolger. Actors will be given valuable advice and practical tools to help improve their craft and technique.

Thurs 21st & Fri 22nd May 2026

Places are limited and booking is essential. Cost pp €120.00

To Book Your Place Email: reservations@fastnetfilmfestival.com

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