Theatre should have risk, and the most wonderful risk of all is when an actor is surprising themself and living in the present moment, like a child on the playground.

Masks Inside and Out

Masks Inside and Out

3-days workshop by Steve Jarand

Mask work is essential part of actor training, But why?
We all hide behind different versions of ourselves. The roles we play are temporary masks we wear. Because these portrayals help us navigate through our lives, revealing what lies underneath may feel too personal. But if we wear a real mask and play the game of disguise, honest expression turns our self-consciousness into an adventure. Showing something genuine from inside feels like a universal truth. It is a joy for us, and a gift to the audience.

About Steve

In 1987, Steve Jarand discovered improvisation at Loose Moose Theatre. He then earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Calgary, where Keith Johnstone taught him acting. His global adventures led him to teaching and performing mask work and improvisation worldwide. Now, Steve balances his creative work between Canada and Germany, focusing on nature and children’s theatre.


In this workshop we’ll approach the actor’s endeavour with detachment and selflessness. Masks and mask exercises will help train feeling rather than thinking, instinct over planning and reacting instead of the on-going chore of acting. Feel what it’s like to play on stage free from self judgement and self consciousness. Let the masks play with you and feel the release inside and out.

Workshop 'Masks Inside and Out' October 24th - 26th 2024
Thursday 24th 10:00 - 17:00 (including a lunch break)
Friday 25th 10:00 - 17:00 (including a lunch break)
Saturday 26th 10:00 - 17:00 (including a break before the show)
One-hour show 16:00 till 17:00 during Meisner Theater festival
Teacher: Steve Jarand
Tuition fee: Alumni / Students of the Meisner Academy: € 240,-
All other: € 285,-
All participants receive 75% discount for the Meisner Theatre Festival

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