PRICE
$500 + GST (Payment Plans Available)
DAY
Mondays
DATE
16th of June - 21st of July
TIME
6:30pm - 9:30pm
With over two decades of experience across film, television, theatre, and voice, Mick Preston brings a wealth of knowledge and authenticity to his teaching. A true actor’s actor, Mick trained in New York with the legendary Uta Hagen—mentor to icons such as Al Pacino, Sigourney Weaver, Whoopi Goldberg, and Jack Lemmon. He was personally invited by Ms Hagen to be one of only a handful of students to perform in her celebrated documentary ‘Acting Class by Uta Hagen’, Mick went on to spend 11 years in the U.S., studying and performing in both New York and Los Angeles. His training spans Method, Meisner, Michael Chekhov, and Le Coq techniques.
Mick’s screen credits include major international productions such as AMC’s Preacher, Shantaram alongside Charlie Hunnam, and the feature film The Legend of Ben Hall. As a teacher, he holds a Bachelor of Education and has taught acting in NYC, LA, Sydney, and Melbourne.
Mick Preston playing Henry in Preacher
Designed for aspiring actors at the start of their journey, Mick’s Beginners is the ultimate introduction to screen acting. Whether you're completely new, returning after time away, or transitioning from theatre to screen, this six-week course will give you the foundational tools needed to act confidently and professionally on camera.
Simple, practical, and immersive, the course is conducted entirely on camera, ensuring you build real-world screen experience from day one. You'll develop a strong grasp of on-camera technique, learn to harness focus and presence, and gain the confidence to perform truthfully in front of the lens.
Mick Preston playing Nick Wright in TKG: The Kids of Grove
Unlike many beginner courses, we place the camera at the heart of your training. Our approach is hands-on and transformative—equipping you with skills in screen performance that will serve as the bedrock for your acting career.
Whether you've done some background work, dabbled in theatre, or are starting from scratch, this course will help you begin your screen journey with clarity, confidence, and craft.
COURSE OUTLINE:
Week 1:
Introduction to television commercials. Blocking and discussion of scene. Introduction to film acting.
Week 2:
Technique to learn the scene. Rehearsal of scene. Improvisation.
Week 3:
Script analysis. Rehearsal techniques. Rehearsal of scene.
Week 4:
Exercises to focus before shooting a scene. Filming of scene. Introduction to auditioning.
Week 5:
Filming audition scenes. Introduction to the business of acting.
Week 6:
Casting director workshop.
COURSE OUTCOMES:
Script analysis Techniques
Playing Moment to Moment
Transitioning from Theatre to Film & TV
Line Learning Techniques
Importance of Camera angles and frame size and how to use it to your advantage
Adjusting performance to enhance screen impact
Character analysis + developing complex characters
A simple, effective process to approach any scene and walk on set with confidenceAges: 16 +
Student Reviews:
"A solid foundation is the basis for learning any skill. For my acting, Mick's class was that crucial foundation which taught me the essentials of both the business and creative aspects of this industry. Mick's approach is very straight-forward and easy to understand, which was incredibly helpful as a beginner. I would definitely recommend Mick's class to anyone hoping to gain holistic, practical knowledge on acting". - Chahaat Kadian
