Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) Partners with Xposure International Film and Photography Festival for Exclusive Workshops
In an exciting collaboration, Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) is pleased to announce its partnership with the prestigious Xposure International Film and Photography Festival. This collaboration brings forth a series of engaging film-related workshops and presentations, eticulously curated by SPAA’s presenting team and Alan Mandel, our esteemed Lead Tutor in Recorded and Digital Media.
Event Schedule:
Session 1 – Film Stage
Date: Saturday, 2 March
Time: 14:20 – 15:00 PM
Featured: “My Grandfather – A Short Film” by Ahmed Almazem
Synopsis: Delve into the creative process, challenges, and triumphs behind the production of “My Grandfather.”
Session 2 – Film Stage
Date: Saturday, 2 March
Time: 18:35 – 19:15 PM
Featured: “Short Scenes – Light it, shoot it, cut it” by Shaikh Ahmed bin Sultan Alqasimi
Synopsis: Learn fundamental techniques in lighting, shooting, and editing short film scenes.
Workshop 1 – Storytelling for Film
Date: Saturday, 2 March
Time: 16:30 – 17:30 PM
Led by: Ahmed Almazem
Synopsis: Explore the art of crafting compelling narratives inspired by visual exhibits.
Workshop 2 – How to Pitch Your Story for Film
Date: Sunday, 3 March
Time: 15:00 – 16:00 PM
Led by: Ahmed Almazem
Synopsis: Master the art of creating persuasive pitches for successful filmmaking ventures.
Workshop 3 – Script Analysis for Film
Date: Sunday, 3 March
Time: 16:00 – 17:00 PM
Led by: Shaikh Ahmed bin Sultan Alqasimi
Synopsis: Gain comprehensive guidance on dissecting scripts and enhancing storytelling abilities.
Workshop 4 – Intro to Screen Acting
Date: Sunday, 3 March
Time: 17:30 – 18:30 PM
Led by: Saeid Abdo
Synopsis: Acquire on-camera performance skills essential for a seamless transition into film and television.
Workshop 5 – Shoot a Scene (Final Workshop)
Date: Tuesday, 5 March
Time: 18:00 – 20:00 PM
Led by: The SPAA Team
Synopsis: Apply theoretical knowledge in a hands-on session, collaborating to shoot a scene.
This collaboration between SPAA and Xposure International Film and Photography Festival promises to be an enriching cinematic journey for all participants.
Secure your spot now to immerse yourself in these invaluable workshops and presentations. For registration, visit xposure.net/events. We eagerly anticipate your presence at this exciting event!
