Public Speaking - adults
About the workshop
In this dynamic, interactive workshop, we’ll use the power of theatre to transform how you speak in public—not by teaching you to imitate others, but by helping you discover the most compelling version of yourself.
Through a series of theatre-based exercises, improvisation, and guided reflection, participants will uncover their natural speaking persona—the voice, body language, and emotional tone that best reflects who they are and how they want to connect with an audience.
Once your unique speaker persona is unlocked, we’ll work on refining it. You’ll explore tools actors use to command the stage: voice projection, breath control, movement, timing, storytelling, and presence. Whether you’re pitching an idea, delivering a speech, or leading a meeting, this workshop will help you speak with confidence, clarity, and authenticity, because the best public speakers aren’t pretending to be someone else; they’re playing the role they were born to own.
What You’ll Gain:
- A deeper understanding of your natural speaking style
- The tools to shape and strengthen your speaker persona
- Confidence through movement, vocal work, and improvisation
- The ability to connect emotionally with your audience
- A safe, creative space to practice and receive feedback
Ideal For:
Anyone who wants to speak with more presence, power, and personality.
This course is for beginners looking to refine their voice.
The workshop is split into 5 sessions.
Session 1 - focus on Mindset and Confidence
Session 2 - focuses on Content and Speech Structure
Session 3 - focuses on the Importance of Storytelling in public speaking
Session 4 - focuses on Delivery: voice, pace, facial expressions, gesturing, eye contact
Session 5 - focus is on You as you present your final work.
All sections are interactive and contain a lot of practical exercises that will help you speak more and more confidently.
A certificate of completion will be granted after the last session is completed.
About the trainer
Rana, graduate of LAU (Class of 2000), holds a BA with honors in Communication Arts, specializing in theatre. Her early career saw her on stage and screen, acting in several series and directing five plays, before her passion for creativity led her to the dynamic world of advertising in 2007. After 11 years in Beirut agencies and 7 years in Dubai, Rana has become a leader in the industry, earning over 70 prestigious awards, including several Cannes Lions and New York Festival accolades. As an expert in copywriting, storytelling, and public speaking, she has shared her insights and expertise through numerous workshops and talks, inspiring audiences and shaping the next generation of creative talent.
Language: Lebanese - French - English
5 sessions
Session Duration: 120 minutes
Total Fees: 150$
📍 JBEIL,
🗓️ Starting 20 November - Thursdays 7:30 to 9:30 PM
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📍 AIN EL REMMANEH,
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📍 JOUNIEH,
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📍 Cornet Chehwane
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New rounds every 2 months.
10% discount for 2 people registering together
20% for 3 or more.
voice acting and dubbing techniques
About the workshop
Unlock the Power of Your Voice in Our Voice Acting Workshop!
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of voice acting with our 8-session workshop designed to transform your vocal abilities and bring characters to life. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this program offers an exciting journey into the art of voice performance.
Here’s what you’ll explore:
- Master the Fundamentals: Learn essential skills like articulation, voice projection, and expression to make your voice dynamic and engaging.
- Expand Your Vocal Range: Experiment with different types of speech to enhance your versatility and adaptability.
- Technical Mastery: Discover the secrets of working with a microphone, recording techniques, and the essentials of professional dubbing.
- Hands-On Practice: Step into the spotlight by recording performative voiceovers and dubbing scenes in Arabic, giving you real-world experience in a studio setting.
This workshop isn’t just about learning; it’s about discovering your unique voice and using it to express emotion, tell stories, and connect with an audience. Whether you’re aspiring to work in film, animation, or commercials—or simply want to unlock your creative potential—this is your chance to elevate your skills and experience the magic of voice acting firsthand.
Take the leap, explore your talent, and let your voice shine!
About the trainer
Rania Mroueh is a talented actress, coach, and bilingual voice artist. With over 30 years in theater and film, she's renowned for her roles in plays like “Barada” and “Rahil”, as well as TV dramas. As an educator, she teaches acting and vocal expression at Lebanese University and conducts various workshops. Notably, her voice graces productions by Warner Brothers, Disney, and BBC, showcasing her prowess in voice acting.
Age group: Adults
Language: Lebanese
NEW ROUND IN DECEMBER
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MONDAYS 7 to 9 PM
In Theatre du Boulevard, Ain el Remmaneh
Session Duration: 120 minutes
Total number of sessions: 6
Total fees: 150$
improvise & perform - adults
About the workshop
Are you curious about acting but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve always wanted to step into someone else’s shoes and feel what it’s like to perform truthfully in front of others?
This workshop is for you.
Over the course of 8 dynamic, hands-on sessions, you’ll learn the foundations of method acting—a powerful technique that helps you connect deeply with your emotions, memories, and instincts. We’ll begin by exploring how to build a character from within, using real experiences and imaginative exercises. Then, we’ll move into the world of improvisation, where scenes are created in the moment, shaped by intention, energy, and authenticity.
Together, we’ll take the best of those improvised moments and develop them into a unique, original social comedy—fully rehearsed, but unscripted. You’ll be part of a collaborative creative process where characters emerge organically, and storytelling is grounded in realism, humor, and humanity.
In the final session, we take our creation to the public with a live outdoor performance in an iconic landmark setting—without sets, lights, or microphones. Just presence, voice, and connection with the audience.
No prior acting experience is needed—just curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to play.
About the trainer
Ziad M. Najjar is a film and stage producer, writer, director, and lead actor with a long-standing presence in the Lebanese theater and film industry. He holds a Masters degree in cinema from ALBA 2006. He has played prominent roles in numerous TV series, films, and plays, demonstrating his versatile talent and unwavering dedication to the arts. Since 2010, Ziad has been teaching at universities, guiding students in performing arts and storytelling.
Beyond his work in Lebanon, Ziad owned a film production company in Saudi Arabia, where he contributed to various corporate projects, further broadening his influence in the region’s creative and media industries. His extensive experience across production, performance, and education has established him as a well-rounded and influential figure in the performing arts.
Age Group: Adults
🗓️ Wednesdays 5:30 to 7:30 PM
📍In Private Hub, Monte Verde
🗓️ Tuesdays 7:30 to 9:30 PM
📍in Jbeil
Starting Nov 25
🗓️ Fridays 7 to 9 PM
📍in La Cité, Jounieh
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Session duration: 120 minutes
4 sessions for 125$
Creative Writing Workshop: Mastering the 3-Act Structure
About the workshop
This 8 session workshop (2 hours per session) offers an in-depth exploration of storytelling techniques, focusing on the foundational 3-act structure. Students will develop a strong understanding of narrative elements such as character development, "show don't tell" techniques, dialogue writing, and scene construction.
Through practical exercises and guided discussions, participants will learn to enhance pacing and rhythm, incorporate foreshadowing, and master the art of visual storytelling. The workshop also covers the crafting of reveals and twists, genre awareness, and the effective use of major and minor plot points in accordance with Syd Field's Paradigm system.
By the end of the program, students will have the tools to create compelling stories with a clear structure, engaging characters, and impactful narratives. Perfect for aspiring screenwriters, playwrights, and novelists looking to refine their craft.
About the trainer
Ziad M. Najjar is a film and stage producer, writer, director, and lead actor with a long-standing presence in the Lebanese theater and film industry. He holds a Masters degree in cinema from ALBA 2006. He has played prominent roles in numerous TV series, films, and plays, demonstrating his versatile talent and unwavering dedication to the arts. Since 2010, Ziad has been teaching at universities, guiding students in performing arts and storytelling.
Beyond his work in Lebanon, Ziad owned a film production company in Saudi Arabia, where he contributed to various corporate projects, further broadening his influence in the region’s creative and media industries. His extensive experience across production, performance, and education has established him as a well-rounded and influential figure in the performing arts.
Age group: Adults
Language: Lebanese
STARTING AGAIN SOON
Session Duration: 120 minutes
Total number of sessions: 8 / 2 months
Total Fees: 200$
10% discount for 2 people registering together
20% for 3 or more.
Mime principles and Techniques
About the workshop
Foundational Mime Course: Unlock the Art of Expressive Movement
This course introduces participants to the fundamental principles and techniques of mime, helping them develop control, creativity, and expressiveness in their movements. The program includes the following key components:
- Wave and Motion Expansion
- Master the flow of movement through joints using techniques like body flashes, contractions, and waves.
- Explore the body’s vertical and horizontal lines with joint-focused exercises.
- Embodiment of Objects and Emotions
- Synchronize body movements with the nature of objects, sensory experiences, and emotional states for realistic, emotive performances.
- Illusion Techniques
- Create the impression of invisible objects, people, or animals in space.
- Enhance precision with hand sensitivity exercises and clearly executed movement sequences.
- Body Line Separation
- Learn to move each body line independently or in contrasting directions.
- Practice techniques for pulling, pushing, and simulating resistance in multiple directions.
- Mime Performance Principles
- Define spatial awareness and object placement using sight, touch, and interaction.
- Convey emotions directly to the audience by applying mastered techniques in movements and gestures.
This course combines technical training with practical application, helping participants refine their skills to captivate audiences through the transformative art of mime.
About the trainer
A theater artist specializing in mime, Homaissi began his career as an amateur with the Folkloric Arts Troupe in Tripoli in the late 1960s. He turned professional in 1971 in Beirut and performed Lebanon’s first mime play in 1972 at the Gulbenkian Theatre, directed by Maurice Maalouf. He studied theater at the Lebanese University, pursued advanced studies at Paris 8 University, and specialized in mime at the Montreuil Theater School in France. He has acted in theater, television, and cinema, performed mime shows in Lebanon and abroad, and represented Lebanon at various Arab theater festivals. He taught mime at the Lebanese University and USEK and co-developed theater curricula for Lebanese and UAE schools. He also contributed to the Arab Theater Authority’s strategy for advancing school theater across the Arab world.
Age group: Adults
Language: Lebanese
NEW ROUND SOON
Session Duration: 120 minutes
Total number of sessions: 6
Total Fees: 180$
10% discount for 2 people registering together
20% for 3 or more.
"Kibar" - for the young at heart
About the workshop
Being creative increases dopamine!
Kibar is a workshop designed as an introduction to the joy of acting and singing, offering a powerful toolbox to support the physical and mental well-being of seniors. Through meditation, acting and singing techniques, articulation, breathing exercises, body expression, diction, and collective creation, participants will embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and creativity.
"Nobody can diagnose my path—I am the creator of my own reality!"
About the trainer
Zalfa Chelhot, a multidisciplinary artist with over 30 years of experience, is an actress, performer, and acting coach specializing in training youth and seniors with special needs. Based between Beirut and Montreal, she has appeared in international productions such as Dans l’ombre des Shafia, Little America, Denis Villeneuve’s Incendies, and Sophie Deraspe’s Antigone (Oscar-nominated for Best Foreign Film).
Zalfa is the founder of “ZATELIER – Je suis!”, an intensive acting workshop she delivers worldwide, combining meditation, mime, clowning, neutral masks, Commedia dell’Arte, and body expression to foster confidence, presence, and imagination. She also established the Les Comédiens en Herbe! troupe in 1994 and has written musicals like Une Sirène au Pays des Pingouins! and Masterpiece of Art. Through her performances and workshops, Zalfa continues to inspire, showing that art is a universal tool for growth and transformation.
Age group: Seniors 50+
Language: Lebanese - French - English
Day & Time: Wednesdays 10:30 AM to 12 PM
in Confetti Cornet Chehwane
Accepting now participants for the sessions starting November 5
Duration: 90 minutes
4 sessions per month
fees per month 100 $