Weekend Acting Intensive: Intro to The Meisner Technique

A transformational introduction to truthful acting

If you’ve never acted before—or if you’ve been acting for years—this weekend intensive will change the way you see acting.

Even after a single class, many actors walk away with a revitalized approach to performance… and to life.

This 8-hour weekend intensive introduces you to the Meisner Technique, a powerful, practical approach that builds presence, emotional truth, deep listening, and authentic connection. You’ll spend less time “thinking” and more time doing, responding honestly in the moment.

The Meisner Technique is one of the most widely used approaches for film and television actors, practiced by artists such as , , , , and .

This weekend is offered at a very accessible price to welcome new students and help grow a supportive community of Meisner-based actors in the Kitchener-Waterloo area.

No experience required.

Just curiosity, courage, and a willingness to show up.

Paul Hopkins is a Canadian actor, director, and teacher with over 30 years of professional experience in theatre, film, and television.

This in-person event will be held at Inter Arts Matrix (141 Whitney Place, Kitchener). Don't miss this opportunity to take your acting skills to the next level!

The weekend intensive's schedule:

Saturday January 24th 12-4pm

Sunday January 25th 12-4pm

8 Hours of class in total!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

INTER ARTS MATRIX, 141 Whitney Place, Kitchener, Canada

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