Andy McPhee’s 4-week Acting Bootcamp at Schoolyard Studio is an immersive, in-person training program designed for actors at all stages, as well as creatives looking to build confidence, presence, and communication skills. Past mentees: Sydney Sweeney, Kodi Smit-Mcphee,Dylan Sprayberry, Taysha Hill, Joe Carbo- some of his mentees are now A-list award winners, others had never acted before training with Andy and now have professional IMDb credits and agents. Two Weekends Bootcamp April 18-19 and April 25-26, 2026 2 Weekends Bootcamp April 18-19 and April 25-26,2026 DURATION: Two weekends COMMITMENT: 16 hours/week on Saturdays andSundays (8 hours 9am to 5pm) DATES: Two Saturdays and Two Sundays April 18 – 19and April 25 – 26 PAYMENT: $450/per person LIMITED TO 20 PEOPLE FOR AGES 16 AND UP Cancellation/Refunds until April 1, 2026 Snacks and lunch will be available for purchase A Boot Camp sounds like a blast! 🎉 Let's break itdown: Value: • For actors with experience: Refine techniques, gain confidence, and network with peers • For new actors: Build foundational skills, get comfortable on camera, and jumpstart their journey • For non-actors: Improve communication skills, boost confidence, and explore creativity Strategies to incorporate all levels: • Tiered exercises: Offer variations of exercises to suit each level, e.g., simple scene work for newbies, complex improvisations for experienced actors • Small group work: Break into groups based on experience or goals, allowing for tailored guidance • Mentorship: Pair experienced actors with newcomers for guidance and support Flexible assignments: Offer choices or adjustments to accommodate different levels Skills to teach: • Improvisation • Scene study • Character development • Communication and listening • Confidence building • Camera work and screen presence • Feedback and self-reflection Structure: • Week 1: Foundations and icebreakers and Building blocks (scene work, character development) • Week 2: Applying skills (improvisation, camera work)and Showcases and feedback (putting it all together) To make it work, consider: • Clear communication about expectations and goals • Encouraging collaboration and support among participants • Providing individualized feedback and guidance • Keeping the atmosphere relaxed and fun "Hey, let's get real for a sec. You think you're not creative? Newsflash: EVERYONE is creative. You might not see it, but trust me, you're a painter, a writer, an actor – you just might be rusty . When you say "I can't act," stop that thought right there! You're capable, you just need to tap into it. Start small, start weird, start awkward – just START. Write that scene, paint that picture, step into that character. You'll be surprised what happens when you give yourself permission to try. Let's ditch the self-doubt and get messy, get creative, and see what magic unfolds" https://schoolyardstudio.ticketspice.com/andy-mcphee-bootcamp This is also a link to get tickets: https://schoolyardstudio.net/events/ Click on "get tickets" at the bottom of the screen. Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>