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Part Time Scene Study

  • 12 Weeks
  • 3 Hours - One Day Per Week
  • 3 Equal Installments of $269.99
  • Starts the Week of September 8th, 2025

Looking to deepen your acting skills and explore the craft of acting in greater depth? Our part-time scene study acting classes are the perfect opportunity to do just that. In this class, you'll work with experienced industry professionals to break down scenes and explore the nuances of character development, emotional connection, and scene analysis. You'll work on scenes from a variety of genres, including drama, comedy, and everything in between. Through this process, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the art of acting and develop the skills you need to deliver powerful and authentic performances on stage or on camera. Join us and continue your journey towards becoming a more skilled and confident actor!

CLASS DESCRIPTION

All actors, whether novices or veterans, need to stretch their muscles. Scene Study is where a new actor discovers the joys of bringing a story to life, and where a seasoned professional learns to push themselves in exploring a different part of their craft. Through extensive character work and text analysis, our Scene Study for Film & Television classes focus on telling the story of a scene and embodying a character’s arc (their journey throughout the scene). You will discover the emotional and physical life of your character, use text analysis to mine scripts for motifs and indisputable facts, and learn how to navigate your character’s objectives while responding to the choices of your scene partner. The skills learned in these classes allow actors to build and strengthen the tools needed to effectively book and perform larger, more complex roles.

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

Pre-Requisite: Students should have a strong grasp of acting concepts such as, beats, objectives, text analysis skills, working with a scene partner, through experience or training such as our Scene Study 1 or full time program.
Upcoming Classes: 2025 Dates: Tuesday Evenings – 6:30pm – 9:30pm with Geoff Gustafson
  • Winter – January 7th – March 25th
  • Spring – April 8th – June 24th – in progress
  • Fall – September 9th – November 25th – REGISTRATION ON NOW!
Course Summary: Using an in-depth method of text analysis and exercises, scenes will be brought to life honestly and creatively. There are no short cuts in this class. Students are expected to have their work prepared for the first class so they can get to work exploring blocking, relationship, and emotional investment. Students are expected to rehearse outside of class with their scene partners, continuing the work done in class. Always ask, “What will I work on next?”.
Geoff Gustafson

Meet Your Instructor

Geoff Gustafson

Geoff Gustafson is becoming one of the most sought after and prolific working actors here in Vancouver and we are lucky to have him as an instructor. He has appeared on several commercial campaigns including campaigns with Volkswagen, Future Shop, Canadian Tire, and Wisers Canadian Whiskey. Geoff has been featured as a series regular on the SyFi series, Primeval New World as well as Hallmark’s Signed Sealed and Delivered. He completed a B.F.A. in Theatre and Education at the University of Victoria and has trained extensively with Vancouver acting coach Ben Ratner. Geoff also received a Bessie Award for his performance in a 2004 AGF Financial Services campaign. Geoff’s invaluable experience in film, television, and commercial work make him a vital component of our team.

In this class you will learn and implement:
  • Developing the student actor’s personal process of preparation from cold reading to performance.
  • Fine tuning technical elements of performance (blocking, working with props, etc)
  • Deepening emotional connection to character and their relationships.
  • Detailed text analysis and research.
  • Developing the confidence required to transition from the classroom to professional sets.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR TUESDAY SCENE STUDY LEVEL 2

What Students Say About Geoff Gustafson

Geoff is amazing at letting students explore their own process while always being available to help guide. He’s tough but fair.

Ayla Jackson VAS Actor Alumni

Very good at giving us the opportunity to figure out what works best for us individually. Gives us the space to try new things.

Sean Parker VAS Actor Alumni

Geoff was such an incredible teacher who helped me grow as an actor. His methods of breaking me out of my shell were much needed.

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

Pre-Requisite: Students should have a basic grasp of acting concepts such as, beats, objectives, text analysis skills, working with a scene partner,  through experience or beginner-level classes such as our Fundamentals 1 or Fundamentals 2 classes.
Upcoming Classes: 2025 Dates: Thursday Evenings – 6:300pm – 9:30pm with Bronwen Smith
  • Winter – January 9th – March 27th
  • Spring – April 10th – June 26th – in progress
  • Fall – September 11th – November 27th – REGISTRATION ON NOW!
Course Summary: This class will introduce students to the concepts and practice of preparation, script analysis, working with a partner and performance. Full plays will be read and discussed, scenes will be put on their feet and actors will explore their relationship with performance. Acting exercises used to warm up and wake up the actors emotional life and presence will be a focus. Strengthening work ethic and commitment to the preparation and follow through required of an actor will be highlighted. Students will be given reading assignments before class.

Meet Your Instructor

Bronwen Smith

Bronwen Smith comes to Vancouver Acting School with a combination of years of experience and an unwavering passion for the craft of acting. Her training includes studying at Studio 58, Gastown Actors’ Studio, working with Larry Moss and attending Canada’s National Voice Intensive. Comfortable on both stage and screen, her credits are diverse and span theatre, film, and television. Her performances on stage in Twelfth Night, Problem Child and ‘Night, Mother are just a few that have garnered her praise from critics and audiences alike. Her roles on screen range from locally produced independent shorts and features to popular TV series and films. Bronwen’s favourite credits include roles on Smallville, Supernatural and Gunless. Kids of all ages will recognize her as Mrs. Jefferson, Rowley’s mom, in Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days.

In this class you will learn and implement:
  • Scene Study basics of reading material, breaking down a scene, partner work, using the space of a theatre, presence in performance and  relaxation.
  • Deepening emotional connection to character and their relationships.
  • Exploration vs performance
  • The importance of monologue work.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THURSDAY SCENE STUDY LEVEL 1

What Students Say About Bronwen Smith

I love Bronwen. She’s so talented, I got so much out of her class. She is especially good at teaching us how to be fully present and truly listen / connect with our scene partners.

September 2022 VAS Actor Alumni

Bronwen is an experienced actor, and you can tell. Her years working professionally translated well to teaching. She is very knowledgeable about being on set, and was always able to answer my questions to give us a clear picture of what goes on.

April 2022 VAS Actor Alumni

Bronwen is probably one of the smartest actors in the industry. I see her as a monster in this profession! She helped me immensely with my training. Always business, but fun at the same time.

March 2020 VAS Actor Alumni
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Class begins the week of: 09/09/2025

Cost: 3 Equal Installments of $269.99

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