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Mastering Monologues

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Duration

COMMITMENT

8 HOURS

No. of classes

NO. OF CLASSES

25 SESSIONS

Course price

COURSE PRICE

INR 2999

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What You
Will Learn

What You Will Learn

This course enables you to study a piece of text as a stand alone and perform it authentically and individually. Through investigative and engaging explorations, you will discover entry points to break down a monologue and understand it holistically, inside-out.

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Learn tools to memorise a script

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Create a solo performance

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Discover ways to work with a monologue

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Learn tools to memorise a script

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Analyse a monologue

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Create a solo performance

Niketan Sharma

Everyone has an innate desire, that their words and thoughts leave an indelible mark, an unforgettable impression on their audience. The art of effective communication makes that possibility a reality.”

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Know Your Facilitator

  • Actor, Writer, and Theatre Director, Founder of NOW Productions
  • Alumnus of the Drama School Mumbai
  • 10+ years of acting and theatre-making experience
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Course Modules

Course Overview

Understanding the Text

Deconstructing the Script

Owning the Words

Delivering the Monologue

Going Forward

Course Overview

‘Mastering Monologues' is a course for every performing artiste, actor, storyteller and for anyone wanting to improve their art of communicating.

As you embark on your journey to discover your expressive self, you will be introduced to the course content, your facilitator and you will know a little more about what you will need before you start.

Understanding the Text

सवालों का सिलसिला

In this module you will learn about the kinds of questions to ask in order to understand a monologue.

Key Takeaways

  • The 5 Ws: The key to right asking
  • Neutral Reading
  • Introduction to a Monologue

Deconstructing the Script

छान बीन

In this module, the learner will acquire the skills to further investigate a monologue; break it into three parts: the beginning, middle and the end and analyse the turning points.

Key Takeaways

  • Breakdown of a monologue
  • Thoughts, intentions and beats
  • Analysis of a monologue

Owning the Words

शब्दों का खेल

In this module, you will learn about exploring ways to work on your speech, that in turn impact your dialogue delivery.

Key Takeaways

  • Learning lines
  • Clarity of speech
  • Importance of breath

Delivering the Monologue

स्वगत की पेशकश

In this module, you will learn to embody the words, meanings, thoughts and monologue as a whole and further perform it all by yourself.

Key Takeaways

  • Subtext and Psyche
  • Final touches
  • Solo performance

Going Forward

The facilitator will share a summary of the course and help you draw some conclusions from the experience.

As you continue your journey as an Ekalavya, you will have the support of your facilitator as they share some final tips and tricks.

Certification

Benefits of the Certification

Upon completing the course, you will earn a certificate of completion, jointly endorsed by Ekalavya Online School of Drama and Drama School Mumbai.

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Joint
Certification

from pioneering schools for theatre education

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Mark of
Excellence

in innovative training methods with a progressive formal curriculum

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Access to
Industry Networks

of top DSM faculty and leading practitioners

Is this course
for you?

Is this course for you?

Whether you are an actor, storyteller, student, public speaker or an entrepreneur,
the art of skillful communication remains crucial! To ask the right questions,
to understand your listener, to break down thoughts and to communicate effectively,
this course will equip you with these key life skills.

Whether you are an actor, storyteller, student, public speaker or an entrepreneur, the art of skillful communication remains crucial! To ask the right questions, to understand your listener, to break down thoughts and to communicate effectively, this course will equip you with these key life skills.

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Rethinking Theatre Education

At Ekalavya, we find innovative solutions to reimagine formal theatre education with a learning model that is designed to be effective online. Our key focus is to make the element of practice an integral part of the learning experience.

DOWNLOAD SYLLABUS
Service Traditional Theatre Courses Online School of Drama
Cost for a certificate programme Rs. 2,50,000 on average Rs. 24,000
Duration and Commitment Full-time rigorous commitment for 6 months to 1 year Self-paced, flexible courses that can be combined with other prospects
Format In-person workshops and classroom sessions Interactive and experiential digital courses
Time and Place Fixed time, Fixed place Anytime, Anywhere
Tasks and Assignments Uniform and due at specific timelines Customizable and flexible submission timelines

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to all the questions that might simmer in your mind before you take the course.

If these FAQs do not answer your queries, feel free to reach us at connect@ekalavya.art.

What skill sets do I need to enroll in this course?

Every class has been designed to be accessible for people who have little to no experience in theatre as well as people who are already engaged in the practice of the dramatic arts. All you need is the desire to learn and the dedication to excel.

How will this course benefit me if I want to pursue acting?

‘Mastering Monologues’ provides you important insights into the way to be able to communicate expressively and impactfully. Through the study of carefully curated tools, you will learn how to put your words and thoughts forward in a manner that conveys intent with emotion. You will learn how to establish yourself as a skillful communicator.

How long will it take for me to complete this course?

This course has 1.5 hours of active video content which includes a lot of fun exercises. We recommend spending at least 5 to 7 hours practicing these exercises. After all, practice makes perfect. You should also spare 2 hours for a monologue-driven performance task that you will need to submit at the end of the course.

How long will I have access to the course materials?

Once you enrol, you will have access to all the course materials for three months.