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Enhance your skills with professional training and education sessions led by renowned theater professionals from across the country.

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Rangakarmee Kolkata — Act. Create. Transform. 3-Month Weekend Acting Workshop

Rangakarmee Kolkata

Rangakarmee Kolkata — Act. Create. Transform. 3-Month Weekend Acting WorkshopFeatured

Long-term Course

👤By Rangakarmee Faculty

Kolkata, West Bengal

A comprehensive 3-month weekend acting workshop focusing on acting technique, scene work, and character development with a theatre focus. Perfect for working professionals looking to develop their craft.

March 2026 (Weekends)
Weekend Evenings & Sundays
Contact for details
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NSD Mumbai Centre — Weekend Acting Course / 3-Month Certificate

National School of Drama (NSD)

NSD Mumbai Centre — Weekend Acting Course / 3-Month CertificateFeatured

Institutional TrainingLong-term Course

👤By NSD Faculty

Mumbai, Maharashtra

🎭 NSD invites applications for Basic Three-Month Certificate Course in Dramatics and Weekend Acting Course. Part-time, non-residential programs.

Admissions open
Part-time, non-residential
Contact for details (Application fee: ₹100)
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Rangakarmee Kolkata — Act. Create. Transform. 3-Month Weekend Acting Workshop

Rangakarmee Kolkata

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Long-term Course

👤By Rangakarmee Faculty

Kolkata, West Bengal

A comprehensive 3-month weekend acting workshop focusing on acting technique, scene work, and character development with a theatre focus. Perfect for working professionals looking to develop their craft.

March 2026 (Weekends)
Weekend Evenings & Sundays
Contact for details
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NSD Mumbai Centre — Weekend Acting Course / 3-Month Certificate

National School of Drama (NSD)

NSD Mumbai Centre — Weekend Acting Course / 3-Month CertificateFeatured

Institutional TrainingLong-term Course

👤By NSD Faculty

Mumbai, Maharashtra

🎭 NSD invites applications for Basic Three-Month Certificate Course in Dramatics and Weekend Acting Course. Part-time, non-residential programs.

Admissions open
Part-time, non-residential
Contact for details (Application fee: ₹100)
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Rijksakademie Residency — Applications for Residency Year 2027

Rijksakademie van beeldende kunsten

Rijksakademie Residency — Applications for Residency Year 2027Featured

ResidencyFellowshipVisual Arts

👤By Rijksakademie Faculty

Amsterdam,

🎨 Prestigious visual arts residency in Amsterdam. Applications open for the 2027 residency year. One-year fully funded residency program for visual artists from around the world. State-of-the-art studios and facilities.

Residency Year 2027
Full year programme
Fully funded residency
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Cité internationale des arts — 'In Situ' Residency Programme

Cité internationale des arts

Cité internationale des arts — 'In Situ' Residency ProgrammeFeatured

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👤By Cité internationale des arts

Paris,

🏛️ Prestigious arts residency in the heart of Paris. 'In Situ' programme supporting international artists across all disciplines. Live and work in Paris with full studio facilities and cultural immersion.

2025-2026 Programme
Variable duration
Fellowship support available
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Theatre in Education (TIE) National Workshop

Indian Institute of Educational Theatre (Indian Theatre Foundation)

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Short-term WorkshopEducation

👤By IIET Faculty

Mysore, Karnataka

Experiential program integrating theatre into education — voice, body, puppetry, improvisation, creative dance for self-expression.

Multiple 2026 sessions
Multi-day workshop
₹5,000
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Beginner's Workshop on Hindi Dubbing & Voice Acting

Film and Television Institute of India (FTII)

Beginner's Workshop on Hindi Dubbing & Voice ActingFeatured

Short-term WorkshopVoice Acting

👤By FTII Faculty

Pune, Maharashtra

FTII's beginner workshop on Hindi dubbing and voice acting. Learn voice modulation, dubbing techniques, and voice-over fundamentals.

July 7 – 18, 2026
Full day
Contact FTII
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Workshop on Acting in Intimate Scenes

Film and Television Institute of India (FTII)

Workshop on Acting in Intimate Scenes

Short-term WorkshopSpecialized

👤By FTII Faculty

Pune, Maharashtra

FTII's specialized workshop on acting in intimate scenes. Learn professional techniques for portraying intimacy on screen with safety and consent protocols.

Aug 3 – 7, 2026
Full day
Contact FTII
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Workshop on Basics of Screen Acting (Hyderabad)

Film and Television Institute of India (FTII)

Workshop on Basics of Screen Acting (Hyderabad)

Short-term Workshop

👤By FTII Faculty

Hyderabad, Telangana

FTII's workshop on basics of screen acting in Hyderabad. Learn fundamental screen acting techniques for film and television.

Sept 21 – 30, 2026
Full day
Contact FTII
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Workshop on Basics of Screen Acting (Bhopal)

Film and Television Institute of India (FTII)

Workshop on Basics of Screen Acting (Bhopal)

Short-term Workshop

👤By FTII Faculty

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

FTII's workshop on basics of screen acting in Bhopal. Learn fundamental screen acting techniques for film and television.

Oct 5 – 11, 2026
Full day
Contact FTII
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Drama School Mumbai — Year-Round Acting Training

Drama School Mumbai

Drama School Mumbai — Year-Round Acting TrainingFeatured

Long-term CourseYear-round

👤By Drama School Faculty

Mumbai, Maharashtra

Professional acting training academy in Mumbai offering comprehensive courses in acting, voice, movement, and screen performance.

Year-round enrollment
Full-time / Part-time options
Contact for fees
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Jeff Goldberg Studio — Professional Acting Training

Jeff Goldberg Studio

Jeff Goldberg Studio — Professional Acting TrainingFeatured

Long-term CourseMethod Acting

👤By Jeff Goldberg & Faculty

Mumbai, Maharashtra

Professional acting studio offering Meisner technique and method acting training. Courses designed for serious actors pursuing film and theatre careers.

Rolling admissions
Flexible schedules
Contact for fees
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Whistling Woods International — Acting Programs

Whistling Woods International

Whistling Woods International — Acting ProgramsFeatured

Long-term CourseDegree/Diploma

👤By WWI Faculty

Mumbai, Maharashtra

Premier film school offering diploma and degree programs in acting. Comprehensive training covering screen acting, voice, movement, and audition techniques.

Annual intake
Full-time
Contact WWI
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Kreating Charakters Film Acting Institute

Kreating Charakters

Kreating Charakters Film Acting Institute

Short-term WorkshopScreen Acting

👤By Industry Professionals

Mumbai, Maharashtra

Film acting institute focusing on camera acting, audition preparation, and industry readiness. Practical training for aspiring film actors.

Regular batches
Flexible schedules
Contact for fees
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Sukriti Academy of Theatre Arts — Acting Workshops

Sukriti Academy of Theatre Arts

Sukriti Academy of Theatre Arts — Acting Workshops

Theatre TrainingShort-term Workshop

👤By Sukriti Faculty

Delhi, Delhi

Theatre arts academy offering acting workshops and training programs. Focus on theatrical performance, voice work, and stagecraft.

Regular workshops
Varies
Contact for fees
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Ninasam Theatre Institute — Annual Diploma

Ninasam

Ninasam Theatre Institute — Annual DiplomaFeatured

Diploma ProgramResidential

👤By Ninasam Faculty

Heggodu, Karnataka

One-year residential theatre diploma at Ninasam, Heggodu. Immersive training in a village setting, combining theory with practical theatre-making.

Annual intake
Residential program
Highly subsidized
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Six Week Summer Intensive (Meisner-based)

Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre

Six Week Summer Intensive (Meisner-based)Featured

Short-term WorkshopInternational

👤By Neighborhood Playhouse Faculty

New York City, New York

Foundation of 2-year Meisner conservatory; includes acting, voice & speech, acting for camera, dance. Intensive 6-week summer program at the legendary Neighborhood Playhouse.

June 8 – July 17, 2026
M–F 9 AM–5 PM
Contact for fees
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Stella Adler Part-Time Workshops

Stella Adler Studio of Acting

Stella Adler Part-Time Workshops

Short-term WorkshopInternational

👤By Stella Adler Faculty

New York City, New York

Wide range of part-time courses for working actors covering technique, scene study, Shakespeare, voice. Flexible scheduling for professionals.

Multiple sessions: May 12, June 15–20, July 9–13, 2026
Multi-week part-time
Contact for fees
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NYU Tisch Summer Drama Studio Intensives

NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Dept. of Drama

NYU Tisch Summer Drama Studio IntensivesFeatured

Short-term WorkshopInternationalInstitution & Residency

👤By NYU Tisch Faculty

New York City, New York

Conservatory-level studio intensives across acting, voice, movement; both credit and non-credit options available. Application opens Feb 1, 2026.

Session I: May 18 – June 30; Session II: July 1 – Aug 12, 2026
6 weeks per session
Contact NYU Tisch
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Musical Theater Acting Intensive (MTAI)

Boston Conservatory at Berklee

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Short-term WorkshopInternationalChildren & Youth

👤By Boston Conservatory Faculty

Boston, Massachusetts

Combines training in acting, voice, movement (Shakespeare to clowning), with audition prep — modeled after Boston Conservatory's top musical theatre BFA. Audition required.

Summer 2026 (housing request by June 1)
2–3 weeks
Contact Berklee
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CCM Prep Musical Theatre Intensive

University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music

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Short-term WorkshopInternationalChildren & Youth

👤By CCM Conservatory Faculty & Broadway Pros

Cincinnati, Ohio

Conservatory faculty + Broadway pros teach voice, dance, acting; designed for committed pre-college musical theatre students. Priority deadline: Feb 1; Hard deadline: March 1, 2026.

Session 1: June 15–27; Session 2: July 6–18, 2026
1- or 2-week sessions
Contact CCM
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NYC Musical Theater Summer Intensive

Joffrey Ballet School

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Short-term WorkshopInternationalMusical Theatre

👤By Broadway Professionals

New York City, New York

Broadway-led intensive in ballet, jazz, acting, voice, tap, audition prep; collaboration with current Broadway show.

June 8 – July 10, 2026 (Weeks 1–5)
5 weeks
Contact Joffrey
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LAMDA Summer Short Courses

London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA)

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Short-term WorkshopInternational

👤By LAMDA Faculty

London, England

Specialized summer training in classical acting, Shakespeare, voice, audio performance, playwriting, screen acting at the historic UK conservatoire.

Multiple: May 20 – Aug 7, 2026
2–8 weeks
Contact LAMDA
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Actors' Guild of Great Britain Workshops

The Actors' Guild

Actors' Guild of Great Britain Workshops

Short-term WorkshopInternational

👤By Directors & Casting Directors

London, England

Single- and multi-day workshops with directors and casting directors — screen, voice, audition technique, Cheek by Jowl-style classical work.

Multiple: May 16 – July 23, 2026
1–3 days per workshop
Contact for fees
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Voice-Over Camera Acting Summer Institute

UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television

Voice-Over Camera Acting Summer InstituteFeatured

Short-term WorkshopInternational

👤By UCLA Faculty

Los Angeles, California

Intensive in voice-over and on-camera acting at UCLA with industry-standard practice.

June 28 – July 10, 2026
9:30 AM – 6 PM (~2 weeks)
Contact UCLA
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Summer Stage 2026 (Lecoq Pedagogy)

Teatracció Physical Theatre School

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Short-term WorkshopInternational

👤By Teatracció Faculty

Barcelona, Catalonia

Modular Lecoq journey — Neutral Mask, Expressive/Larval Masks, Clown, Theatre of Objects; explore stage presence, movement, comedy.

July 2026 (summer)
5 days each module (20 hrs each)
€250 per module
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MAKE Residency (Devised Physical Theatre)

Gecko Theatre

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ResidencyInternational

👤By Amit Lahav (Gecko Artistic Director)

Ipswich, Suffolk

Devising residency with Gecko's Artistic Director Amit Lahav; ensemble physical theatre methods. Bursary places available for underrepresented artists.

2026 (dates announced annually)
1 week, residential
Contact for fees (Bursary available)
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NIPAI Physical Theatre Intensive

New International Performing Arts Institute (NIPAI)

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ResidencyInternational

👤By NIPAI Faculty

Csurgó, Somogy

Immersive intercultural residency — Meyerhold biomechanics, Stanislavski physical action, Chekhov psychological gesture, ends with community sharing.

Summer 2026 (verify dates with NIPAI)
3 weeks, residential
Contact NIPAI
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OYL International Performance Residency 2026

One Year Lease (OYL)

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ResidencyInternational

👤By One Year Lease Ensemble

Bengaluru, Tokyo, Ioannina/Athens, Multi-country

International ensemble residency centered on dreams & mythology; engages with Janapada/Yakshagana, Noh, Kabuki, and the Greek myth of Orpheus. All in-country costs covered by OYL.

June 14 – August 10, 2026
2–4 weeks per country (8 weeks total possible)
All in-country costs covered
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MPulse Theatre Design & Production Workshop

University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance

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Short-term WorkshopInternationalChildren & Youth

👤By University of Michigan Faculty

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Four design-track workshop covering scenic painting, costume, lighting, sound, props, projections; portfolio-ready output. Fee waivers available.

June 21 – July 4, 2026
2 weeks (residential, includes room & board)
Contact for fees (Fee waivers available)
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Stage Lighting Short Course

Guildhall School of Music & Drama

Stage Lighting Short Course

Short-term WorkshopInternational

👤By Guildhall Faculty

London, England

Hands-on lighting introduction — lanterns, lenses, rigging, focus, plan reading, lighting a small show.

Summer 2026 (verify dates with Guildhall)
5 days
Contact Guildhall
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Theatre Design & Production for High School Students

Interlochen Arts Camp

Theatre Design & Production for High School StudentsFeatured

Short-term WorkshopInternationalChildren & Youth

👤By Interlochen Faculty

Interlochen, Michigan

First session: design focus (lighting, costume, set); second session: hands-on tech theatre (Tech Olympics, backstage skills).

June – July 2026 (two 3-week sessions)
3 weeks each session
Contact Interlochen
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Island Connect II — European Residency Open Calls

Island Connect (EU Creative Europe-funded)

Island Connect II — European Residency Open CallsFeatured

ResidencyInternational

👤By Various Island Connect Partners

Multiple European Islands, Multi-region

Three open calls per year offering split residencies across European island regions, with work-in-progress sharings and festival presentation.

April – September 2026 (Open Call 2: Tenerife, June 22–28, 2026)
2 weeks – 1 month
Funded Residency
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Grotowski Institute — Artistic Residency & Traineeship

Grotowski Institute

Grotowski Institute — Artistic Residency & TraineeshipFeatured

ResidencyInternational

👤By Grotowski Institute Faculty

Wrocław & Brzezinka, Lower Silesia

Research-based residencies and traineeships at the legendary Grotowski Institute, continuing the legacy of Jerzy Grotowski's theatre laboratory work.

Year-round; rolling applications
Variable (project-based)
Contact Grotowski Institute
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Logo — 2026 Flaherty Fellowship

Flaherty Film Seminar

Logo — 2026 Flaherty FellowshipFeatured

FellowshipDocumentaryInternationalFilm

👤By Flaherty Film Seminar Faculty

New York, New York

🎬 The 2026 Flaherty Fellowship provides an immersive experience for emerging filmmakers and media artists. Join 15 in-person and 15 online fellows for intensive engagement with cutting-edge documentary and experimental cinema. Open to researchers, filmmakers, and practitioners aged 21+ committed to community engagement and innovative media practice.

October 7–10, 2026
Full program (3 days)
Fellowship (fully funded)
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The Inlaks-Attakkalari Dance Studentship 2026

Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts

The Inlaks-Attakkalari Dance Studentship 2026Featured

ScholarshipDancePedagogyIndiaMovement Arts

👤By Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts

Bangalore, Karnataka

The Inlaks-Attakkalari Dance Studentship provides a fully-funded scholarship for the Diploma in Movement Arts and Pedagogy. Candidates must clear the audition before applying. This studentship offers comprehensive training in contemporary and classical movement arts with a focus on pedagogy.

Year-round
Full-time program
Fully funded scholarship
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Advanced Series for Professional Actors

Barry John Acting Studio

Advanced Series for Professional Actors

AdvancedProfessionalIntensive

👤By BJAS Faculty

Mumbai, Maharashtra

An advanced-level intensive for professional and BJAS-alumni actors, focused on scene work, character depth, and audition-ready technique. Auditions required for non-BJAS alumni.

03 Aug 2026 onwards
Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Not published — contact for details
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Weekend Theatre Course

Barry John Acting Studio

Weekend Theatre Course

Weekend CourseBeginner-friendlyPart-time

👤By BJAS Faculty

Delhi, Delhi

An introduction to acting and theatre with a strong personal-development focus, structured as a part-time weekend course for beginners and working professionals.

08 Aug 2026 onwards
Sat–Sun, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Not published — contact for details
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Advanced Acting Course (Camera & Theatre)

Five Senses Theatre

Advanced Acting Course (Camera & Theatre)

AdvancedCamera WorkTheatreScript Analysis

👤By NSD & FTII Alumni

Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra

An advanced technique-building workshop covering in-depth script analysis, characterization, and scene construction, led by NSD and FTII alumni, with both stage and camera work.

08 Jul 2026 – 07 Nov 2026
Regular Batch, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
On application
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Fitzmaurice Voicework® & Vāchikā — 6-Day India Intensive

Vāchikā Voicework

Fitzmaurice Voicework® & Vāchikā — 6-Day India IntensiveFeatured

IntensiveVoiceworkFitzmauriceVoice Training6-day

👤By Mallika Prasad

Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra

A 6-day intensive in Fitzmaurice Voicework® exploring breath, resonance, alignment, and release, led by Mallika Prasad — NSD alumna and Head of South Asia for the Fitzmaurice Institute. Includes text, speech-work, and song.

11–16 Aug 2026
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Shared upon selection
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International Physical Theatre Workshop (Meyerhold / Chekhov / Stanislavski)

NIPAI (New International Performing Arts Institute)

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InternationalPhysical TheatreIntensiveSelective5-day

👤By Sergei & Gennadiy Ostrenko

Berlin, Berlin

A selective 5-day, 28-hour intensive blending Meyerhold Biomechanics, Chekhov Psychological Gesture, and Stanislavski Physical Action. For professional and pre-professional performers, directors, and movement practitioners. Selection based on CV.

17–21 Aug 2026
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
€350–450 (early bird pricing)
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Workshop on AI in Cinema

FTII, Pune

Workshop on AI in Cinema

AIFilmmakingVisual StorytellingTechnologyHybrid

👤By FTII Faculty

New Mumbai, Maharashtra

An FTII workshop exploring AI-based tools in filmmaking and visual storytelling, in hybrid (in-person + online) format.

13–23 Jul 2026
Hybrid Mode
Not published — contact for details
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Foundation Course in Screenplay Writing

FTII, Pune

Foundation Course in Screenplay Writing

ScreenplayWritingFoundationWeekendOnline

👤By FTII Faculty

Weekend & Online, Maharashtra

A foundation-level screenplay writing course from FTII, delivered over weekends and online across roughly ten weeks.

01 Aug – 11 Oct 2026
Weekend / Online
Not published — contact for details

About Theatre Workshops in India

India has a rich tradition of theatre and performing arts, with workshops and training programs available across major cities including Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Pune. Whether you are a beginner looking to explore acting or an experienced performer seeking to refine your craft, AbhinayPath connects you with the best theatre workshops and acting classes in India.

Our curated selection includes workshops from prestigious institutions like the National School of Drama (NSD), Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), and renowned independent trainers. From method acting and improvisation to voice modulation and movement training, find comprehensive programs that suit your learning goals and schedule.

Many workshops offer certificates recognized in the industry, making them valuable for both hobbyists and aspiring professional actors. Weekend workshops, intensive residential programs, and online acting classes provide flexible options for learners across India.

Frequently Asked Questions About Theatre Workshops

What types of acting workshops are available in India?

India offers diverse acting workshops including method acting, Stanislavski technique, physical theatre, improvisation, voice and speech training, camera acting for film/TV, and traditional Indian theatre forms like Natyashastra. Workshops range from weekend intensives to month-long residential programs.

How much do theatre workshops cost in India?

Workshop fees vary widely based on duration, institution, and trainer reputation. Short weekend workshops may cost Rs 2,000-10,000, while intensive month-long programs from institutions like FTII or NSD can range from Rs 15,000-50,000. Some workshops offer scholarships or early bird discounts.

Which cities in India have the best theatre workshop opportunities?

Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore are major theatre hubs with numerous workshops throughout the year. Mumbai offers many film-oriented acting classes, while Delhi has strong connections to traditional theatre through NSD. Pune, Kolkata, Chennai, and Hyderabad also have vibrant theatre communities with regular training opportunities.

Do I need prior experience to join acting workshops?

Many workshops welcome beginners with no prior experience. Look for workshops labeled as introductory or foundation level. However, some advanced workshops may require basic theatre experience or prior training. Always check the eligibility criteria before registering.