School of Film The 2009 Film course will take place later in the year
Interested in the Movies?
Going to college to study Film Making? Want to know about Acting, Directing, Script Writing, Storyboarding, Film Studies and More? Or would you just like to star in your own film? Come to the Independent Theatre Workshop Film Summer School!

So, what’s it all about?
On our film course, we aim to give our students a comprehensive knowledge of the techniques and skills required to produce a short film on video, from the conception of the original idea right through to the screening of the finished product.

The Script:
We will go through the process of script writing, from pitching ideas, to the synopsis, step by step structure, character analysis and finally the script and how to present it.

The Storyboard:
We will explore the vital role of the story board artist as the directors first vision of the film.

The Crew:
So what job would you like to do? From Producer to Clapper Loader, every role on the film set will be explained.
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The Editor:
Editing is a time consuming and creative process. Professional editors produce one minute of air time per one hour of editing time. Using the schools computers, we will put together our finished films including sound fx, music and credits for screening at the end of the course.
Our students will work together in teams to produce their own original films. Although this course is fundamentally a hands-on course, they will also be given comprehensive notes and handouts to take with them.

All students should bring pens, paper and most importantly, their sense of fun and imagination!
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Is This Course For You?
This course would be an excellent idea for those who are considering pursuing a career in the media. It will give students a very good idea of what to expect from college courses and help them to prepare that all important portfolio required for all media course interviews.

The courses are 1 week long Monday to Friday 10 am till 4 (some days till 6)

MUSICAL THEATRE COURSES

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What do we do?
During the courses we cover a wide range of activities and classes including specialist workshops on audition technique, singing, dance, drama, make-up, acting on camera, puppetry and theatre trips (where available). Workshops depend on the nature of the show we are working on and the specialist tutors available at the time.
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Specialist Workshops:
In past years workshops have included: an interview with George Mc Mahon- ‘Mondo’ in Fair City and past pupil of the school. Paul Burke; Fight Consultant on many feature films and theatre productions including ‘King Arthur’ taught Stage Combat and the students have made several 15 track CDs over the years in a  recording studio! We have made crazy Masks in The Ark, seen our teachers in the Olympia! (Sarah Thornton played Grace Farrell in Annie, Olympia) The juniors on the Roald Dahl course even had a cookery lesson with a difference; making ‘revolting recipes’ from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, with great success! So what is in store for you? Come along to find out!!
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Show:
The main focus of each course is the production of a musical complete with make-up, sets designed and painted by the cast!, and costumes from our well stocked wardrobe, fully rehearsed and choreographed for performance on the final afternoon.

Is this the course for you?
So whatever your interest; if you want to be a star performer, play the bad guy and dance a solo or are happy working behind the scenes on set design, costume and make-up- there is something for everyone - all you need is enthusiasm! From the moment you arrive you will make new friends, learn new skills and be fully involved in all the activities.

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For further information on this years courses and booking forms please contact the office on 01 496 8808 or e-mail itwschool@o2.ie