THE LEE STRASBERG METHOD ACTING WORKSHOP
Sofia Bulgaria
20.07.26-25.07.26
This 6-day intensive workshop offers actors the rare opportunity to train with Alani iLongwe and David Lee Strasberg, carrying forward the legacy of the world-renowned Strasberg Method.
Through immersive work in scene study, character development, and acting on camera, participants will engage deeply with Method Acting techniques, including relaxation and sensory exercises designed to unlock emotional truth and authenticity.
Combining rigorous craft with practical on-camera experience, this workshop equips actors with powerful tools for truthful, dynamic performances in both theatre and film.
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Day 1-2: Core Method Acting & Scene Work with Alani iLongwe
This workshop guides the students as they gain a deeper grasp of the complexities of a character by examining the dramatic elements of the material. The goal is to move beyond conventional choices and use Method Acting techniques to develop a more artistic and authentic characterization of the scenes.
Relaxation & Sensory Exercises – Each day begins with Strasberg’s relaxation technique, followed by sensory exercises designed to strengthen concentration, imagination, and the actor’s ability to respond truthfully to imaginary circumstances.
Script Analysis & Beat Work – Alani places strong emphasis on script analysis. Actors will dissect scenes, identify beats, objectives, and obstacles, and learn how to break down text in a practical, playable way.
Character Exploration –Through guided exercises and scene work, participants will explore character psychology, given circumstances, and emotional life — building layered, grounded performances rooted in Method principles.
These two days establish a rigorous technical and analytical foundation, preparing actors for deeper emotional and performance work.
*each class is 6 hours long
Day 2-6: Method Acting & Scene Work with David Strasberg
Relaxation & Advanced Sensory Work– David continues the daily Method practice with deeper sensory exploration, refining the actor’s emotional accessibility and inner life.
Scene Work & Emotional Memory – Actors will apply Strasberg’s emotional memory technique to their scenes, developing authentic emotional truth and strengthening their personal connection to the character.
On-Camera Acting– A dedicated focus on acting for the camera, with filmed scene work, professional feedback, and guidance on adapting Method technique for screen performance.
Individual & Group Feedback– Participants receive detailed, personalized feedback aimed at expanding emotional range, precision, and artistic confidence.​
Day 6: Open Master Class with David Strasberg
The workshop will culminate with an open to the public Master Class with David Strasberg during which the scenes will be workshoped with David in front of an audience.
Class size is limited to 16 students
The Scholarship
The instructors and the producer will determine if an actor that completes the workshop is awarded a 1-year full-time tuition scholarship (currently valued at $21,510 USD as of January 31, 2023.)
Award will be based on merit, skill, and availability.
The scholarship can only be redeemed at LSTFI Los Angeles.
The Instructors
DAVID LEE STRASBERG
David Lee Strasberg spent his childhood at the Actors Studio in New York where his father, Lee, was Artistic Director from 1949-1982, and at The Lee Strasberg Institutes in New York and West Hollywood, which his father and mother co-founded. He sat in on many of his father’s classes in close proximity to many of the most famous actors of our time.In 1999, he became the Creative Director and CEO of the Strasberg Institutes. Since then, he has produced dozens of plays and short films featuring professionals and students alike. David teaches classes and seminars at both the West Hollywood and New York schools, while mentoring students on their craft and their careers. He also holds acting seminars to promote his father’s work in the United States and around the world.
ALANI iLONGWE
A graduate of New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts and recipient of the coveted Ron Howard Fellowship, Alani studied at the Lee Strasberg Institute for Theatre and Film under the tutelage of incredible instructors such as Bill Balzac, Ted Zurkowski, Lola Cohen, Geoffrey Horne, Paul Calderón, and the legendary Irma Sandrey.
Since 2014, he has had the pleasure of teaching actors from around the world how to illuminate the human condition through the development of emotionally rich vividly fleshed out characters specifically crafted for theater and film.
A multidisciplinary entertainment professional, Alani has performed at some of the most prestigious theaters around the country including The Geffen Playhouse, Seattle Rep, Arena Stage, Woolly Mammoth Theater, and the Classical Theatre of Harlem. Television credits include: Law & Order, Blue Bloods, Major Crimes, Castle, Cousins for Life, Casagrandes, Loud House, and Jessica’s Big Little World. Feature film credits include: Life of a King, Woodlawn, and Arthur the King.
The Price
Upon request
The Location
The Institute
The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute® is dedicated to the ideals, values, and vision of Lee Strasberg’s innovative work, known throughout the world as The Method. Through actor training, outreach, and the preservation of archival materials, The Institute works to further the legacy of Lee Strasberg®, train the world’s greatest actors, and maintain Lee’s place as a seminal figure in the great American theatre and film tradition.
Actors like Marilyn Monroe, Al Pacino, Paul Newman, Robert De Niro, and Scarlet Johansson studied directly with Lee Strasberg or at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute​.
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