THE DANGEROUS ACTOR LONDON MASTERCLASS
WITH WORLD RENOWNED SCREEN ACTING COACH, LES CHANTERY
Known in Los Angeles casting circles as “the actor whisperer,” Les’s approach cuts deeper than technique. He helps actors step into their danger, command the room, and deliver self-tape performances that are not only watchable but feel-able.
This workshop is designed specifically to give actors a cutting-edge, career-defining training experience.
Based on the architecture of his celebrated Sydney masterclass and inspired by his #1 Amazon bestselling book, this exclusive London masterclass will focus on the most critical skill in today’s industry: mastering the self-tape.
In a global market where casting happens from your living room, Les will teach you how to book the job again and again.
This Masterclass is open to 16 participants.
This 2-day, in-person intensive will be the first time 16th Street brings Les to the UK, inspired by the launch of his new #1 Amazon bestselling book ‘The Dangerous Actor’.
MASTERCLASS BREAKDOWN
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Each participant will receive 3 scripts in total:
Two to prepare in advance.
One bonus script provided after the workshop as part of a self-tape activity.
During the workshop, Les will teach and demonstrate tools from The Dangerous Actor, plus additional advanced techniques never before shared outside his studio.
Sessions will include live demonstrations, practical application, filmed scene work, and video breakdowns with presentations.
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Actors’ in-class work will be filmed, and each participant will receive a copy of their footage for personal review and use.
After the two days, actors are invited to put down a self-tape and upload it to a private Dropbox folder. Les will personally review each tape and provide written feedback via email.
LES CHANTERY
Les Chantery isn’t just an acting coach – he’s the acting coach.
A two-time #1 Amazon best-selling author, Les has revolutionised the way screen acting is taught with his game-changing books Life in a Mid-Shot (featuring a foreword by Euphoria’s Jacob Elordi) and The Dangerous Actor, which hit #1 across seven global categories within hours of release. His signature method – fusing classical technique with neuroscience, psychology, and behavioural economics – has made him the industry’s most in-demand guide for actors ready to break through.
A graduate of NIDA (the National Institute of Dramatic Art, whose alumni include Cate Blanchett, Sarah Snook, and Baz Luhrmann), Les is the behind-the-scenes secret of a generation of actors reshaping the screen. His clients have landed major roles on The White Lotus, Succession, Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings (Amazon), The Fabelmans, Euphoria, Outlander, Thor, Nine Perfect Strangers, Heartbreak High, Home & Away, and many more.
He’s the private coach for award-winning performers on nearly every major platform: Netflix, HBO, Amazon Prime, Disney+, Marvel, Hulu, Paramount+, and beyond.
“Make the audience and the industry feel like they can’t look away”
-Les Chantery
AUDITING TICKETS
At 16th Street, we offer 'auditing tickets' for masterclasses. An auditing ticket allows someone to attend and observe the class without participating. Auditor tickets allow attendees to gain insights from the class, watch the expert teach, and learn new skills without full enrolment.
Experience the ‘Dangerous Actor’ Masterclass firsthand and find out why Les is known in Los Angeles casting circles as “the actor whisperer”. With an approach that cuts deeper than technique, observe the techniques that help actors step into their danger, command the room, and deliver self-tape performances that are not only watchable but feel-able.
As an auditor, you will have the opportunity to watch Les work with the actors. This will deepen your understanding of craft and technique.
This Masterclass will ensure a dynamic experience for participants and auditors alike.
MASTERCLASS DETAILS
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This is a past masterclass
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£550 (inc. GST)
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Hackney Showroom
4 Murrain Rd, Finsbury Park, London N4 2BN, United Kingdom
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16th Street’s intensives and courses provide actors with opportunities to hone their craft in celebrated techniques. We work alongside master teachers and highly trained acting specialists to deliver these unique courses to Melbourne, Australia and we’re so excited to bring this Masterclass to the actors of London. Please note, the course will be open to auditors.
The masterclass is ideal for graduates and professional actors over the age of 18.
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