English Acting Classes in Tokyo

Acting Career Kick-Off Masterclass (+Showreel & Headshots)

Fri, Feb 13 · 7:00 PM JST

English Language Film School Japan, 2-chōme-9-14 Suidō, Bunkyo City, Tokyo, JP

ACTING CAREER KICK-OFF MASTERCLASS at English Language Film School Japan
(6 months training, including headshots, acting clips and showreel)

SPECIAL EARLY SIGN-UP BONUS:
Book by 11:59pm on January 31st and get one extra private career coaching session
ONE TIME ONLY taught together by Marei Annis & Lucas Rue

Become the actor you always wanted to be.
Get ready to launch your acting career – NOW!
Put together your resume, headshots and showreel along with a solid, actionable plan on how to turn your acting dreams into reality.

To book visit:
https://elfsjapan.com/event/acting-career-kick-off-masterclass-showreel-headshots-6-months/

#### Included In the Class

• headshots
• showreel (2 original scenes written, filmed and edited for you)
• 3 Acting Clips (existing material, filmed to highlight your individual strengths and casting)
• industry standard resume
• career action plan
• slack space to communicate with classmates, alumni and tutor between sessions, ask questions and track your progress
• 22 group classes
• 1 career consultation private session
• 6 months of intensive training tailored towards success in the international film industry
• guidance through a personal project

#### Schedule:

START February 13th 2026
END July 24th 2026

*during some weeks there will be no class to give extra time for preparation in between

Fixed time:
Fridays 7:00pm-9:30pm group class
Flexible times to be scheduled individually:

• headshot session
• showreel scene shoots
• 2nd scene rehearsals
• one on one coaching sessions

Solidify your very own vision, define clearly what you want. Then show the world what you have to give. Capture the very essence of your talent in a two scene showreel, three acting clips and stunning headshots and equip yourself with all the knowledge you can carry about how to make your mark. Become the actor you always wanted to be.
In this six-month training program, you will not just work on your skills, polish your acting, create a showreel and a plan towards realising your wildest dreams. You will actively begin putting this plan in motion!
If you see your future self as an actor, working professionally on an international level, now is the time to get serious. Big goals require big commitments. Don’t wait for an opportunity to be given to you – step up and take it!

This class is for:

• Actors at any level of training, who are committed to making acting their full time career (in an international or English speaking market)
• Professional actors, who are looking to move or expand their career to the US, UK or Europe
• Anyone who wants to elevate their acting skills from hobby to profession
• Trained professional actors, who lack business skills
• Actors, who lack demo material, headshots, resume and showreel

If you have questions before signing up, please email info@elfsjapan.com

Some career achievements of previous students include:

• Acceptance to further training at highly valued international institutions (e.g. RADA)
• Booking feature film roles in independent and commercial international productions in Japan and abroad
• Lead roles in stage productions (from self-produced to big stage musical anime adaptations)
• Production of own stage and short film productions

### Showreel Scene Examples (from previous classes):

https://youtu.be/5Tx2tbU_Xhk
https://youtu.be/UUbgnOV8t5g

Acting Clip Examples (from previous classes):
https://youtu.be/_gDqSzR8nAw
https://youtu.be/tYbICD0oU_c

### Class content breakdown

#### Business

• identifying your type
• pitching
• networking
• acting career business coaching
• identifying your goals and taking specific action towards them
• understanding the needs of the industry (focus on international market) in 2026

#### Acting

• identifying your strengths
• choosing your ideal casting
• perfecting two short scenes and three clips to highlight your talent
• working on set, understanding film language
• setting and achieving clear goals
• trusting your intuition

#### Personal Growth

• building resilience and confidence
• adapting to pressure and competition
• keeping the dream alive when things get tough
• dreaming big enough to get you motivated
• self care, health and balance
• understanding the BIG WHY

#### Questions that you’ll learn the answer to:

• What is my type?
• Who would cast me and why?
• How can I find more opportunities?
• How should I present myself to directors, agents, managers, casting directors and producers?
• Which market, city and country is right for me? And how do I get there?
• What do I want out of my acting career?
• Which steps do I need to take to reach my goals?
• What skills do I have, what skills do I still need to work on?
• What are my biggest strengths & weaknesses as an actor?
• How do I turn acting into my full time, paid job?
• Why have I not succeeded so far?
• Is my dream achievable? (spoiler: it is! Let’s find out what it takes!)

### Price:

¥350,000 (6 months)(OR installment plan 60,000¥ per month)

#### FAQ:

Do I need to be a native-level English speaker to participate?
No - the class is taught in English, but native speakers are generally in the minority. Even with only basic conversational English, chances are your language level will drastically improve over the six months, by getting continued practice. As long as you don’t hesitate to ask questions, when there is something you don’t understand, we are always happy to help you make the most of the training.

Do I need acting experience to participate?
Not necessarily - as long as acting is something you consider pursuing on a professional level and you are willing to take on the challenge, taking this class early on in your career can be exactly the start you need.

I already have a lot of acting experience and feel like I don’t need more training - is this class still useful for me?
There are many things included in this class that you won’t get anywhere else in a combined package. An acting career doesn’t just require top level acting skills, but also knowledge of the business and industry, skills to manage your own career, personal discipline and strategies how to keep going, when things get rough - we cover all these aspects on top of fine tuning your acting to meet the highest achievable standard for you at this point. In addition to that, the materials you receive - headshots, showreel scenes and clips - are on average a lot pricier to obtain individually.

How large is the group?
The class is limited to 10 participants to ensure there is enough time for each actor to work and receive individual guidance.

Tokyo Filmmakers’ Drinks Night @ Retronym Livehouse in Shimo-Kitazawa

Mon, Feb 23 · 7:00 PM JST

Retronym, Shimokitazawa Commercial, Building 3F, 2 Chome-15-17 Kitazawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo 155-0031, Tokyo, JP

Admission: ¥2,000 on the door (drink included)

What We’ll Do
Mix and mingle with other Tokyo-based creatives at Retronym Livehouse in Shimo-Kitazawa.

Bring your skills and ideas and get ready to meet other filmmakers, film lovers, and creators. Chat about cinema, culture, or anything you like. Find collaborators for your next project, make new friends, and have a good time.

At 8pm we will have our ‘Soap Box’ moment, when you can address the room to tell them about yourself and your projects.

Important to know
Admission: ¥2,000 on the door (drink included)
Location: Retronym Livehouse & Art Studio

The event runs from 7pm to 11pm, but the venue remains open and you are welcome to remain after this time.

The venue may take photos/videos of the event for promotional purposes. By attending you confirm that you consent to appear in their marketing material.