About the Class
The First Take
Perfect for young performers with big imaginations, this fun and engaging class introduces children to the exciting world of film and television acting. Students will build confidence in front of the camera through games, storytelling, improvisation, and short scripted scenes. They'll learn the basics of creating believable characters, taking direction, and what it's like to be on a real film set.
Throughout the session, students will explore age-appropriate TV and movie scenes while developing focus, listening skills, and on-camera confidence. The program wraps up with a fun Screen Test Experience, where students can put their new skills into action, followed by a special meet-and-greet with a professional film and television talent agent.
Semester Dates
Sept 27 - Dec 6
Your Instructor
Jessica Kelly has been an arts educator for over 15 years and brings thousands of hours of teaching experience as well as her fun, energetic, and supportive personality to all her camps and classes.
From a young age, Jessica trained in Musical Theatre, Jazz and R.A.D Ballet at the Douglas Ballet Academy (now Dance Collective). There she was blessed with many opportunities to travel the world sharing dance in her youth, and won many awards for her performances. Commitment, teamwork, dedication, inclusion, friendliness and a love of self were ingrained in Jessica during the countless hours she spent in the studio training each week; core principals which she stands by and brings to each one of her classes.
Jessica went on to study Musical Theatre at Capilano University and work as a professional performer in and around Vancouver.
At the age of 21, she suddenly and unexpectedly lost her father which resulted in depression and anxiety. It was those feelings that pushed her to try her first yoga class , which allowed her start to feel like herself again. Jessica became a yoga teacher in 2014 and carries a designation of ERYT-550 with the Canadian Yoga Alliance.
Learning to channel her emotions through voice and movement has been a huge asset to Jessica and she is passionate about sharing her love of the arts with young performers.
