Bikram Yoga- the most innovative form of yoga. Unique to Fourth Monkey as a training practice, this physical application aligns the body, mind and voice to allow the actors tool kit to work in synchronicity. Practiced and lauded by many industry professionals but as yet to be employed as a training tool… until now.

Alexander Technique- the heralded and well respected approach to both the actors voice and physicality. Practiced here in both group sessions as well, most notably and usefully in one-on-one sessions.

Voice- from diction to projection and accents to dialect, the actor will be tutored in both individual and group sessions to utilize and develop their primary tool.

Singing- practiced in both group and solo singing sessions to develop the individuals singing voice.

Laban- movement sessions based on the work of Rudolf Laban.

Movement- From physical theatre to contemporary and abstract movement, with the emphasis on both individual and ensemble movement and physical work.

Metal- Actors Technique

Complicite-intensive practical workshops with the award winning company led by Simon McBurney and his associate artists.

Meisner- an exploration of the technique developed by Sanford Meisner.

Brechtian Practice- sessions based on the theatrical principles and practice of the German practitioner Bertolt Brecht.

Way of the Monkey- Workshops led by Fourth Monkey’s Artistic Director Steven Green in the principles and practices at the core of the company’s work.

Clown- Theatrical clown based on the principles of Lecoq and John Wright.

Stage Combat- Working with both industry professionals and practitioners of the art of Stage Combat toward a BADC Stage Combat certification.

Movement- From Physical Theatre to Contemporary and Abstract movement with the emphasis on both individual and ensemble movement and physical work.

Ensemble- Extensive group work towards the formation of a ‘true’ ensemble company. Developing trust, complicity and a cohesive working practice founded in the principle of collaboration.

Greek Theatre- An exploration of Greek theatrical practice, text and chorus work.

Shakespeare- A practical and theoretical study of Shakespearean text and performance practice.

Contemporary Theatre- An exploration of contemporary theatrical practice, an emphasis on 20^th Century theatrical practitioners and playwrights, in particular the ‘Theatre of the Absurd’ and post-modern experimental theatre.

Contemporary Dance and Movement- With a particular emphasis on European practitioners and specifically the work of Pina Bausch, this module of work will explore contemporary physical performance and the impact of the German practitioners work on modern performance practices. 

Wood- The Construction of Career Skills and Building Foundations in the Industry

Audition Prep- Practical guidance and support from established industry professionals in regard to preparing for audition. These sessions will include practical experience of casting for TV, Film, Radio, Commercials and Theatre and the associated similarities and indeed differences between the disciplines.

Professional Preparation- A wide-ranging module of work, guided by professionals from various areas within the industry aimed at preparing the actor for a career in the performing arts.

Puppetry- In association with the highly regarded and world famous Norwich Puppet Theatre, the company will receive extensive training in the principles and practical application of puppetry in performance.

Casting Director Workshops- Delivered by various industry casting directors from the worlds of both live and recorded arts, the actor will have first hand opportunity to work with and learn from leading casting professionals, as they prepare for a career as a performer.

Industry Q&A’s- Through relaxed, informal Q&A sessions with Directors, Producers, Casting Directors and Agents, the actor will have the opportunity to pick the brains of those who ultimately employ, facilitate and support professional work. Also of course, those on the other side of the desk in regard to what they are looking for and how they apply themselves within their chosen field of expertise.

Theatre Production- This module is delivered with the intention of producing the broadest minded and most collaborative of creative professionals. With an introduction to the rigors and means by which theatre is produced, from the creative team, through to Stage Management, practical hands-on experience offers an insight in to this often ignored aspect of the profession. Additionally, with the intention of liberating entrepreneurial spirit, the actor will receive an insight in to producing their own work and indeed forming their own company through those whom have not only done it, but those who are still very much actively ‘doing it’.