Intro to Self-Tapes Workshop

SELF-TAPE WORKSHOP (INTRO SESSION)
Exclusive to Front & Centre West End Training members

£10 per person
Max 12 spaces (small group — first come, first served)

*NEW TIME SLOT*
Date: Friday 19th June
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Online via Zoom (link sent after booking)

As each intro session sells out, we’ll release additional time slots — so if this one’s full, keep an eye out for the next release.

What this is

Self-tapes are now the norm for shows, colleges, competitions and castings — and small details can make a huge difference. This one-hour introductory workshop is designed to give you the key rules, structure and confidence to start submitting stronger self-tapes immediately.

Your tutor

Sarah Mayhew — industry specialist in self-taping at college and professional level, and a current working TV actress. Sarah teaches self-tape technique to performers at the top level and knows exactly what helps a tape stand out (and what gets in the way).

What you’ll learn (in 60 minutes)

• The “non-negotiables” that make a self-tape look and sound professional
• Framing, lighting and sound — how to get it right with just a phone
• What casting teams and audition panels actually need to see
• Common mistakes (and how to avoid them fast)
• How to choose material and make it land clearly on camera
• Simple direction you can apply straight away to improve performance on screen

Who it’s for

• Any West End Training student who wants to improve self-tapes for auditions, colleges, competitions or opportunities
• Perfect if self-taping feels new, awkward, or you’re not sure what “good” looks like yet

How it works

• This is a live Zoom session (interactive, not pre-recorded)
• Once you book, you’ll receive the Zoom link by email
• Spaces are capped at 12 to keep it focused and allow time for questions

What’s next (optional)

If you enjoy this session, we’ll be offering an optional 5-session workshop course afterwards for students who want to really perfect this craft — creating their own self-tapes, receiving feedback and direction, and building consistency and confidence on camera.