The Art of Acting
An Actor's Retreat in Portugal 2022
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October 15-22, 2022
Algarve, Portugal
The Art of Acting in and Making a Film is a weeklong adventure for actors wishing to study - and appear in a film - in Portugal!
Run by award-winning director and acting coach Terry Ross and award-winning screenwriter and producer Lisa Bruhn, the program will include the opportunity to star -as a character written specifically for you!!! -in a movie filmed on location in the sun-filled region of the Algarve, Portugal where sandy beaches stretch for as far as the eye can see. The region of the Algarve is also known for its preservation of Moorish and traditional architecture dating back to the Discoveries, and beautiful landscapes from the mountains to the seas, This stunning location promises to provide an incredible location for an acting experience you’ll remember for a lifetime.
While in Portugal, you’ll stay in one of two villas on an estate currently in the ownership of the Portuguese Royal Family., Casa da Infanta and Casa da Praia.
Casa da Infanta means “House of the Princess”. The Infanta/Princess was Dona Filipa, granddaughter of the exiled King Miguel I and aunt of the current owner, the Duke of Braganca, pretender to the Portuguese throne.
This spectacular setting, with two swimming pools and million dollar views, is set on a vantage point looking across the mouth of the Prado River toward the Atlantic Ocean and the setting sun.
While filming is at the center of this experience, there still will be time to explore the charming village of Ferragudo, take walks on the beach and experience the delicious and unique cuisine of this region. This week is sure to fill all your creative, culinary and sight-seeing desires!!
Explore our website to learn more about the accommodations, schedule and surrounding location, and then contact us for more information. We believe that whether you are an accomplished actor or just starting out, our Film Acting Retreat in Portugal is perfect for you. All we ask is that you love acting, film and the Portuguese coast!
Location, location, location
Your stay at the historic Casa de Infanta estate will not only feel, but will be, a week living on a movie set!!! Many of the locations of our film, “A Villa in the Algarve” will be in and around the estate, as well as in the city of Ferragudo and surrounding beaches.
The name of the property translates into English as the “House of the Princess” and remains in the ownership of the Portuguese Royal family today. Since the Princess’s days, the villas have been updated to modern standards with bedrooms fitted with air-conditioning, yet retaining many of the original features, including the antique beds with the family coat of arms.
Touring The Algarve
What is one of the most enjoyable aspects of visiting another country? Exploring it’s cuisine! Being on the Atlantic coast and the southernmost part of Portugal, the Algarve is of course known for its abundance of freshly caught seafood, but also for fresh organic vegetables, specialty desserts made from local figs and almonds and a local liquer similar to Italian Amaretto. During your stay, you will visit and sample various local dishes and beverages in one of the nearby towns of Silves or Lagos, guaranteed to be a feast for your senses!!
Lights, camera, action!
You’ll be able putting your acting skills to work in the 20- to 30-minute film written specifically for you. The film will be shot in a variety of locations in and around Casa de Infanta. Once our week wraps up, the film will be professionally edited, shared with participants and entered into a variety of international film festivals. Importantly, all participants will receive IMDb credit.
Take the next step! Contact us to learn more about this unique opportunity, and to receive updates as the program develops.
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