CASTING DIRECTOR WORKSHOP
Upcoming Workshop with Artéfakt
Join us this Spring for a dynamic and immersive in-person acting workshop designed to elevate your on-camera presence and deepen your emotional instrument.
Special guest: Monika Dalman
2-Day Workshop: Acting for Film & TV
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, February 28 & March 1
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PST OR 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM PST (both days)
Tuition: $299 (tax included, non-refundable)
Location: Carousel Theatre, Studio B in Vancouver
Payment: Payable via Stripe or E-transfer. Full payment is required to confirm your spot.
Want to audit only? Get a spot for $20 on the Sunday, or $30 for both days! (please E-transfer the amount at magalie@artefakt.ca and write in notes AUDIT)
Our Approach 🎭
At Artéfakt, we believe there is no distinction between “film” and “stage” acting. Acting is the Art of Being, and Being is the Art of Truth. Our workshops emphasize organic, grounded, and emotionally truthful performances. We work closely with actors to help them connect deeply to their emotional core and make powerful, specific acting choices.
Age Requirement: 18+
Class Size: Limited to 10 participants per group
Each actor receives a 20-minute one-on-one coaching with Magalie on Day 1 prior to working with the Casting Director on Day 2.
Workshop Format
2-Day Intensive
Feb 28, Day 1: Individual scene work with Coach Magalie in a group setting
March 1, Day 2: Live personalized feedback on your scene from Casting Director Monika Dalman
Workshop Focus Areas
Genre, tone, etc.
Script analysis & character development
Emotional accessibility & deepening your instrument
Physicality: body language & behavior
Specificity of choices & active listening
Technical on-camera tools: eye lines, voice projection, framing, etc.
Audition readiness: wardrobe, props, slates
Self-tape techniques & performance discipline
Industry insight: headshots, resumes, reels, training
Keeping the FUN in a competitive industry
Participant Requirements
To get the most from your experience, please make sure:
your lines are memorized. This is not a cold read session.
you're well-rehearsed and have prepared acting choices.
you're audition-ready (hair, makeup, facial hair, and wardrobe).
you have your props ready if applicable.
you are able to take notes and engage fully.
to bring water and snacks (there will be a 10min break)
to bring 2 printed copies of your sides, one for you and one for your in-class reader every week.
to bring an SD card to class (16GB minimum) in order to get your class footage (you will get a long recording of your 1 on 1 coaching with your Coach/the Casting Director directly on your card)
We sell 32GB SD cards at $15 onsite (exact cash or e-transfer only). Files will not be transferred online.
Questions?
Contact Magalie directly at magalie@artefakt.ca.
We can’t wait to work with you and support your journey as an actor!! :D
Warm regards,
The Artéfakt Team
Cancellation Policy
All workshop fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you can no longer attend, you may find another student to take your spot.
Monika Dalman is a highly respected casting director whose expertise spans film, television, commercial, voiceover, and emerging media formats. Her growing portfolio includes casting for major broadcasters such as CBC, TVO, and PBS, as well as commercial campaigns for more than 50 global brands, including industry giants like Disney/Marvel.
A trusted force in the independent film landscape, Monika has cast projects supported by some of Canada’s most prestigious institutions, including the Canada Media Fund, Canada Council for the Arts, TELUS Storyhive, Telefilm Canada, DGC Greenlight, Harold Greenberg Fund, and Crazy8s. Her versatility extends into voice and motion-capture casting for video games, reflecting her adaptability and forward-thinking approach.
Monika is also a pioneer in the vertical storytelling format, having cast close to 60 vertical projects across North America and internationally. Her work in this evolving medium includes everything from short-form digital series to full-scale, multi-season vertical soap operas with over 50 episodes.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Monika brings a rare level of empathy and insight to her work, informed by her experience as the parent of two successful working actors. She is deeply committed to the actor’s journey—supporting emerging and established talent with compassion, strategic guidance, and a keen eye for potential.
Magalie is an award-winning and award-nominated actor working across Canada in both English and French. Originally from Québec City, she is fluently bilingual and has received extensive training from leading acting studios in Toronto, Vancouver, and Los Angeles.
In 2023, Magalie wrote and starred in her short film Falling, which screened at multiple international film festivals and earned a total of 10 awards, including: 3× Best Lead Actress, 3× Best Romance, 3× Best Director, Best Cinematography.
In 2024, she premiered her solo theatre show Homecumming at the Montreal Fringe Festival, where she received two Frankie Award nominations: Most Promising Comedy and Most Promising Production. The following year, she was nominated for Best French Script and won the Best Narrative award. Magalie is thrilled to bring Homecumming to international audiences with its Adelaide Fringe 2026 premiere and its USA premiere at Orlando Fringe 2026.
“[…] This show is a gem. Magalie is a fantastic actress and physical performer. Every movement, every facial expression, every intonation of her voice has a purpose and precision. With tremendous range, Magalie delivers!'“. - Montreal Rampage
Magalie’s work spans screen and stage, with credits on networks such as Lifetime, ABC, UPtv, SYFY, Paramount+, and The CW.