Part Time Audition

Are you ready to take your audition skills to the next level? Our part-time on-camera audition classes are designed to help you master the art of auditioning for film and television. Led by experienced industry professionals, these classes will teach you the techniques and strategies you need to succeed in auditions, including how to prepare for auditions, how to make strong character choices, and how to deliver confident and authentic performances in the audition room. You'll also have the opportunity to practice your skills in mock auditions and receive feedback from your instructors. These classes are a great way to improve your audition skills and increase your chances of booking your next role! Join us and take the next step towards becoming a successful on-camera actor!

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Our Auditioning for Film & Television classes aim to equip students with the tools they need to be successful in any number of auditioning situations. Whether in-person with Casting Directors, Producers and/or Directors, or through the taped submission process, actors need to maximize their effectiveness with every audition opportunity. This includes learning skills specific to on-camera auditioning and implementing these techniques to be successful in the room. Text analysis, character creation, emotional connection, and technical acting-for-camera skill development…at Vancouver Acting School, we want to ensure you are comfortable with every aspect when you get that big audition! Students will prepare and present scenes on camera each night in a simulated audition process, receiving personalized feedback and support.

Class begins the week of: 09/09/2025

Cost: 3 Equal Installments of $269.99

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All classes are 3 month commitments. (12 sessions, 1 class per week, for 12 weeks)

Pre-Requisite: Students should have a strong grasp of both acting and audition concepts through experience or training such as our Audition 1 or full time program.
Upcoming Classes: 2025 Dates: Tuesday Evenings – 7:00pm – 10:00pm with Zahf Paroo
  • Winter – January 7th – March 25th
  • Spring – April 8th – June 24th – in progress
  • Fall – September 9th – November 25th – REGISTRATION ON NOW!
Zahf Paroo

Meet Your Instructor

Zahf Paroo

Zahf Paroo has been working as professional actor, host, voice-over and sketch comedy artist since 1995.

Through his long and diverse career Zahf has worked with some truly amazing actors while honing his craft. He’s had the opportunity to work in Sci-fi (Stargate SG-1, Battlestar Gallactica, Fringe, Andromeda, Continuum, Defying Gravity) as well as working in comedy (Scary Movie, The Big Year, Psych, A Guy Thing, Say it isn’t So, Scooby Doo 2, Package Deal). He has also enjoyed a dramatic career (Edgemont -The Next Generation, Firewall, Motive) and most most recently, broken into the fantasy realm in Seventh Son as the beastly, blue-skinned, four-armed “King of Swords” ‘Virahadra’.

Zahf is also an accomplished theatre performer, and among his many theatrical roles, spent a year on Broadway, in the original cast production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Bombay Dreams”. Zahf’s role included playing an astounding 14 characters in the production.

Topics Covered: In this class you will learn and implement:
  • Grounding your work
  • Eyelines and blocking
  • Text analysis
  • Creating truthful characters and performances
  • Working with your agent to be seen for roles you want to perform
  • Wardrobe and props
  • Line memorization
  • How to collaborate with directors and casting directors and apply direction
  • How to work with your reader and create truthful scenes
  • Understanding the beats within all scenes

What Students Say About Zahf Paroo

Zahf is extremely knowledgeable, cares about the work and strives for success from both himself and his students

Craig D. VAS Actor Alumni

Zahf has a way of giving feedback and corrections that feels comforting and funny, and it sinks in very well. A+ coach.

Acting Conservatory Alumni VAS Actor Alumni

Zahf is very good at explaining concepts, expectations, and I like his method of correcting behaviour immediately. His teaching style really works for me!

FTV Alumni VAS Actor Alumni
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*Please note  all classes are 3 month commitments. (12 sessions, 1 class per week, for 12 weeks)

*This is an in-person class.

Pre-Requisite: Students should have a basic grasp of acting concepts through experience or beginner-level classes such as our Fundamentals 1 or Fundamentals 2 classes.
Upcoming Classes: 2025 Dates: Wednesday Evenings – 6:30pm – 9:30pm with David Lewis
  • Winter – January 8th – March 26th
  • Spring – April 9th – June 25th – in progress
  • Fall – September 10th – November 26th – REGISTRATION ON NOW!
David James Lewis

Meet Your Instructor

David James Lewis

Born and raised in Vancouver BC, David James Lewis knew from an early age that he wanted to be an actor.
At the beginning of his career David cut his teeth on commercials, independents and numerous short films. One of them being 1999’s “Shoes Off” which won the Best Short Film International Critics Week at the Cannes Film Festival. David continues to enjoy and contribute to the
independent film scene and in fact finds it some of his most rewarding work to date.
Over the years David has worked opposite Keanu Reeves and Jennifer
Connelly on “The Day the Earth Stood Still”, William H. Macy in the award winning film “Door to Door” and most recently with Aubrey Plaza on the reboot of “Childs Play”.
Previous television work includes “Dead Like Me”, “The L Word” “X-Files”
“Supernatural” “Fringe” and every third Movie of the Week over the past 10 years.

He has a Leo award which he keeps next to his bed.

  • Understanding how to fully break down audition sides
  • How to create character and relationships with your reader (even if you’re not in the same room as them)
  • Creating strong Moment Before and Moment After your scene – Learning the technical skills of self tapes

What Students Say About David James Lewis

David’s approach to instructing audition was very informative. His knowledge and charisma brought it to life

Amy Feilding VAS Actor Alumni

David has a great balance of giving serious notes while keeping it light. I always knew that if I ever had any issues I could talk to him.

Bobby G. VAS Actor Alumni

VAS not only made me a stronger actor, it made me a smarter one. With amazingly talented, intelligent and kind coaches who go above and beyond for you every single day, support staff who are always welcoming and helpful, and classmates who are endlessly supportive and come to class always ready to work harder and be better then the day before… Vancouver Acting School is the perfect place to begin your career. 

Lindsay Church VAS Actor Alumni
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*Please note  all classes are 3 month commitments. (12 sessions, 1 class per week, for 12 weeks)

**This class is by invitation only. To find out if this class is the right fit for you, please contact us.

Pre-Requisite: Students should have a very strong grasp of both acting and audition concepts and be currently working in the industry with significant training experience.
Upcoming Classes: 2025 Dates: Thursday Evenings – 7:00pm – 10:00pm with Zahf Paroo
  • Winter – January 9th – March 27th
  • Spring – April 10th – June 26th – in progress – SOLD OUT
  • Fall – September 11th – November 27th – REGISTRATION ON NOW!
Zahf Paroo

Meet Your Instructor

Zahf Paroo

Zahf Paroo has been working as professional actor, host, voice-over and sketch comedy artist since 1995.

Through his long and diverse career Zahf has worked with some truly amazing actors while honing his craft. He’s had the opportunity to work in Sci-fi (Stargate SG-1, Battlestar Gallactica, Fringe, Andromeda, Continuum, Defying Gravity) as well as working in comedy (Scary Movie, The Big Year, Psych, A Guy Thing, Say it isn’t So, Scooby Doo 2, Package Deal). He has also enjoyed a dramatic career (Edgemont -The Next Generation, Firewall, Motive) and most most recently, broken into the fantasy realm in Seventh Son as the beastly, blue-skinned, four-armed “King of Swords” ‘Virahadra’.

Zahf is also an accomplished theatre performer, and among his many theatrical roles, spent a year on Broadway, in the original cast production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Bombay Dreams”. Zahf’s role included playing an astounding 14 characters in the production.

What Students Say About Zahf Paroo

Zahf provides very clear and specific notes for each student. That really helps when we try to carve out our success over time.

Acting Conservatory Alumni VAS Actor Alumni

Zahf is very enthusiastic with his work, which really helps the students be motivated when trying new things. His text analysis is so inspiring because he is amazing at it! The physical aspects of acting and having motive behind each movement is something I really connected with in his class.

FTV Alumni VAS Actor Alumni

Zahf was by far one of the best teachers I have had. He is no nonsense and won’t tolerate anything less than your best work ethic, and puts things in a way so eloquently. I will use his advice forever!

Kitt VAS Actor Alumni

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