Actor, Director & Coach Cortez Gilliams Launches Acting Workshop

Acting coach Cortez Gilliams of CG Productions LLC has announced multiple, acting workshops poised to inspire for both beginner and advanced actors in Atlanta, Georgia and Memphis, Tennessee. Gilliams will commence the Atlanta New Actors Journey Workshop on Friday, September 1. This is the ‘go-to’ workshop for aspiring actors, providing important knowledge, insight and training which will help each and every student hone in on their natural talents. “The workshop equips new actors with crucial tools to excel in the field of acting,” states Gilliams. Gilliams is leading workshops that are advanced in nature as well in both cities. Each class will run from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. 3 days per week. Aspiring actors wanting to reserve their spot can sign up on Eventbrite.com at the following link Eventbrite sign up - Atlanta New Actor's Journey Workshop.

As stated on the Eventbrite.com sign up page, “Join us for an exciting in-person workshop designed to kickstart your acting career! Whether you are a budding star or just curious about working as an actor in the glamorous world of Hollywood, this event is perfect for you.”
Led by award winning actor Cortez Gilliams, with special industry guests, guidance will be provided to help aspiring actors navigate the acting industry. Gilliams an acting coach in Hollywood will share valuable knowledge and tips, leading the way in every workshop. “Get ready to uncover the secrets behind what it takes to have a successful audition, hone in on your skills regarding character development, on-camera acting technique, and learn exceptional improvisational techniques. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to take the first crucial step toward accomplishing your dreams to excel as an actor," as Gilliam's articulates on his Eventbrite page.
Succeeding as an actor takes grit, determination, and the confidence from within, which is magnified by knowing that you will show up prepared to be equipped with all you need to tackle every role that is meant for you to book as an actor. The six week intensive course is priced at $525. Additional coaching workshops include as aforementioned; an advanced course, a course geared toward children and youth, and VIP workshop courses, which will include a photo shoot, with a makeup artist and wardrobe stylist on set. The VIP workshops are priced at $700.

Additionally, Gilliams has announced a special package of classes for advanced actors, namely Actors on Strike Advanced Coaching. This class is for actors who have at least some experience behind them working professionally as an actor, and who have mastered the basics by way of working in the industry.

Space is limited and reserved to just 15 students per workshop; early sign up is encouraged before each class is at capacity.

All actors, whether in the aspiring actors course or the advanced acting program, will complete an exit exam that will consist of each student having a role as an actor in a short film, providing every actor with dialogue and action shots to showcase their talent. This will be a professionally produced film which may be selected to run through the film festival circuit, as well as resulting in an IMDb credit for all of the students for the films produced. Students must attend all classes within their chosen workshop to officially graduate and earn the certificate credential. Any questions about a potential schedule conflict, please reach out prior to booking.

The children and youth workshop, for students aged 10-17 will commence in October. The Atlanta New Actors Journey Children’s Workshop is available for $425 for the six week program, which will also include the graduation, following the production of a short film and an official certificate of completion. The VIP Children and Youth Workshop is priced at $600.

Cortez Gilliams is a Hollywood acting coach, known for excelling as an actor and a coach in various aspects of theater and the performing arts, to include music and dance. Gilliams has worked on Broadway as an actor in The Color Purple, and The Lion King. He is an award winning playwright, and a working actor in TV and film. He is the writer and producer on The Making of the Kingpin, whose actors to date include Apryl Jones, Justin Jacoby, Xavier Lawery, Meach Joseph, Jr. Dominic Gamble, Nia Dorsey, Jackie Murray. Gilliams portrays Detective Sims in the production.

Those with questions should reach out directly to Cortez Gilliams Productions at 323-453-1020 extension 1, or email info@hollywoodcastingfilm.com.
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