Hone your acting skills at southern Utah actors workshop
By Cami Cox
Whether you’re a seasoned actor or a novice looking to get your start, Doty/Dayton Productions is offering a prime opportunity to develop your skills this summer at a southern Utah actors workshop taught by producer/director Lyman Dayton, creator of hit films like the award-winning “Where the Red Fern Grows,” “Seven Alone,” and 2016’s “Drop Off.”
On the heels of a very successful workshop presented in February and March and at popular request from past participants, Dayton and his longtime colleague Shelley Monson will offer their second 2018 workshop beginning in July. Monson has worked with Dayton on film projects for over 25 years, and collaboratively, the two will offer a variety of invaluable instruction, ranging from the intricacies of acting in front of the camera to the ins and outs of making it in the film industry — everything from putting together an acting resume to successfully participating in production interviews and working with an agent.
After directing many new actors in his films over the years, Dayton has developed a distinctive technique that accentuates the attributes that make each actor unique.
“Most of us don’t appreciate our uniqueness, so on a conscious or unconscious level, we tend to imitate others rather than to capitalize on the very thing that makes us special,” he said. One aspect of the workshop will focus on helping participants play to their own strengths and learn to showcase their unique attributes in front of the camera.
Past workshop participant Jessica Schoppman drove three hours each way over a six-week period to attend the February/March workshop.
“The classes were fun, and I learned more than just acting lessons,” Schoppman said. “I even learned more about myself. It was awesome to see how far we all came. My sister, who wasn’t interested in acting, attended the class with me, and now she, too, is interested in acting.” The sisters plan on attending the upcoming workshop in July.
The cost of the six-week workshop is $250 per participant. Specific dates and locations will be selected and announced once all participation slots are filled.
Two sections will be offered: one for youth ages 8–16 and one for ages 17 and above. Those interested in participating may call or text Dayton at (435) 705-6450 or email lymandayton@gmail.com. Interested parties may also contact Monson at (435) 862-5862 or shelley1427@gmail.com for further information.
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