Actor Development
Acting is not ‘doing’, it is ‘being’
We believe that every actor has something unique and limitless to offer and our goal is to facilitate the discovery of this rare element. Designed by our founder, Atul Mongia, a pioneer of acting workshops in the Indian film-industry, our workshops facilitate both the inexperienced and the seasoned artist. We offer training and development to actors who wish to work on themselves, on-going practice for those who want to constantly better their craft and character-crafting for actors/cast who need to prepare for specific roles. In each case, we aim to catalyse a journey that leads to a better understanding of the self which translates to fearless and honest performances.
Our Methodology
Our workshops provide a safe, empathetic, joyful and nurturing environment to help actors overcome their inhibitions and transform into their complete selves. Here are the cornerstones of our methodology.
The practice of staying with the breath
Following the breath relaxes and quietens the mind, enabling both a deep awareness of the present and a complete transition into the imagination.
Discovering the self
Unveiling the limitless actor by accessing emotional and psychological resources enables artists to seamlessly transform into any role they want.
Understanding conditioning
Our true self lies beyond the thoughts, beliefs and patterns of the conditioned mind. That’s where the journey of an actor begins.
Our Workshops
We offer both online and offline workshops.
Upcoming Workshops
Watch this space for our next workshop announcement.
Testimonials
Find out what our alumni have to say.
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Just wow… I am so glad I made this decision to join a 3-Day Workshop with them. What an experience… pure bliss… perspective-changing… both as an actor and as a human. To the trainer… Can’t thank u enough. Forever grateful for the way you led us to know ourselves. Also met some lovely people there. Such was the environment that we all felt we knew each other so well in just 3 days. Can’t wait for the next longer workshop. The Artist Collective Team.. you guys rock. Thank you so so much.
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One of the most enriching workshops I have done. Have had such a brilliant experience. Atul Sir and his team are excellent at it!! Looking forward to many more.
And the trainer who took the workshop, my teacher for life now! Thank you so so much!
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The 3-Day Acting Workshop, conducted by the TAC trainer, offered me a fresh perspective towards how to make a performance as organic as possible. This workshop is highly recommended for actors who are willing to go the distance to hone their craft because a lack of effort is always visible. What I especially liked was the individual attention paid to each participant, no questions were left unanswered. Looking forward to other modules by The Artist Collective.
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An experience that will stay with me forever. The 3-Day Online Workshop was an eye-opener in so many ways as an actor and person and how both of them co-exist. So many things to learn and realise and grow as an artist and as a person. Really looking forward to the 9-Day Workshop. A must-do workshop for every actor. Thank u to the team for this wonderful experience.
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This 9-Day Workshop is an institution in itself. It was the most enriching, liberating, and blissful experience. It helps you understand more about yourself and deals with self-awareness and these are two important factors in acting. I thank the trainer, who was the main reason behind this wonderful experience, and all the members of the workshop.
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The workshop was the most enriching experience I have had. I was so tensed as to where I should start my journey to learn acting from, but now I am glad this is my starting point. The feedback that the trainer provided is nothing less than an eye-opener and the breathe and witness technique has helped me be calm and happy with who I am.
Also, the workshop-mates (if that’s a term) I had were really great and I thoroughly enjoyed the journey that I had with all of you for these 3 days. So grateful to have attended this workshop!!
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We could try so much to put it into words but the only way to explain it would be to say it is a must-have experience for everyone. Not just as an actor but even as an individual, the workshop helped me connect deeper with myself and my surroundings. Makes me be aware of the smallest details that happen within and around. Teaches you how to experience life in a better way.
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I attended the 3-Day Acting Workshop, conducted by a TAC trainer. It was truly an experience that I would recommend to all artists or even individuals should be a part of. Over the course of three days, we as a group transformed into aware artists and most importantly, uninhibited people. This is the only space, I feel, that will help one grow as a person first, then an actor. Breath and Witness, is going to be my way of life, henceforth. Thank you to the trainer, for this enlightening journey. Thank you, The Artist Collective, for holding these spaces for change and growth.
