The Acting Masters · 21-Day Self-Tape Sprint
One tape. One focus. Every day.
Build a repeatable self-tape practice through twenty-one daily briefs, original scenes and short teaching videos from Derek. Record, review and carry one useful improvement into your next tape.
Explore the programme
Put the teaching into practice
Make your next step
more purposeful.
Build a repeatable setup
Work deliberately on sound, lighting, framing, eyelines and movement.
Develop connected choices
Explore listening, relationship, subtext, circumstances and what your character needs.
See the work develop
Save each tape and compare your first and final recordings using specific observations.
Inside your programme
A clear sequence.
Practical work throughout.
Watch the recorded teaching, use the resources beside each lesson and apply the work to your own acting practice or career.
Start here: Your 21-Day Self-Tape Sprint
Prepare your setup and choose your start date.
Day 01: First Day On The Job
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 02: KEEP IT CLEAN
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 03: WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING AT?
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 04: CONTROL THE FRAME
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 05: MOVEMENT WITH PURPOSE
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 06: LISTEN BEFORE YOU SPEAK
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 07: ALL AT THE SAME TIME
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 08: WHO HAS THE POWER
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 09: SUBTEXT
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 10: WHAT HAPPENS BEFORE?
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 11: KNOW IT, DON'T SHOW IT
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 12: Simple connection and truth
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 13: WHAT ARE YOU DOING?
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 14: ALL AT THE SAME TIME... AGAIN
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 15: WHAT DO YOU NEED?
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 16: HAVE YOU BEEN DRINKING?
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 17: WHAT DID YOU EXPECT?
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 18: WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING AT?
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 19: SCRIPT ANALYSIS
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 20: HIGH STAKES HORROR
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Day 21: ALL AT THE SAME TIME: The key - 3
Recorded teaching, the complete daily brief and script, followed by your own recording and review.
Complete your sprint and review your progress
Compare your recordings, assess what changed and choose your next practice commitment.
The recordings come from TAM’s original teaching and events. References to live sessions, group submissions or community support describe that original delivery. Follow the current standalone instructions in your course.
Your way through
Learn. Apply. Review.
Begin with the welcome.
Organise your programme folder, understand the sequence and choose a manageable practice rhythm.
Do the work beside the lesson.
Pause the teaching, use the briefs and exercises, and save your working materials as you go.
Carry one useful change forward.
Assess what you have made and revisit the relevant teaching during your twelve months of access.
Your standalone programme
21-Day Self-Tape Sprint
A one-off purchase for recorded teaching, practical exercises and programme resources.
- 21 daily briefs, available from the start.
- Twelve months of recordings and resources from purchase.
- Course-access help from the TAM team.
- No TAM membership required.
Live coaching, private reviews, Morning Momentum and community membership are separate. Representation, auditions, bookings and income are not guaranteed.
One programme · One payment
$149USD · 12 months of access
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Before you begin
Your questions, answered.
What is included in this purchase?
The recorded teaching, lesson instructions, exercises and resources listed above, with twelve months of access from purchase. Course-access help is available from the TAM team. This is a self-study programme.
Do I have to start on a particular date?
Choose your own start date and aim for one tape each day. All daily lessons are available from the start. If you miss a day, resume in sequence. There are no shared release or submission deadlines in this standalone version.
Do I need a Skool membership?
No. This standalone edition is accessed through your website course account. TAM membership and its live classes or community benefits are separate.
Does this include live coaching or feedback?
No. Live classes, one-to-one coaching, portfolio reviews, tape feedback and Morning Momentum are not included in this standalone purchase.
How long can I access the programme?
Twelve months from your purchase date. All lessons are available from the start, so you can follow the recommended order and revisit the material during that access period.
Can I get help with course access?
Yes. Contact team@theactingmasters.com for help with login, activation or accessing the course materials.
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