Filmmaking Workshop

This interactive workshop invites participants to explore the fundamentals of acting and filmmaking through hands-on activities. In the first half, we’ll uncover the building blocks of performance: body, voice, and emotion through warm-ups, storytelling games, and scene analysis. In the second half, participants will step into the filmmaker’s shoes, learning how to shape an idea into a scene, collaborate in small production roles, and create a 30 seconds short filmed moment together. No prior experience required, just curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to play. By the end, you’ll walk away with practical tools and a deeper appreciation for the art of storytelling on stage and screen.

About the Instructor:

Raúl Iván Acosta is a Peruvian writer and filmmaker whose work spans film, television, music, and live events. His short films have screened internationally, winning Best Film at the 48 Hour Film Project in Peru and earning a nomination at Filmapalooza in Paris and New York with "The Dish". Based in Asheville, Raúl is the City Producer for the 48 Hour Film Project and the author of Always Be Selling, a practical guide for actors. He is passionate about empowering communities through storytelling and creating spaces where art and collaboration thrive.