RAW TALENT PRODUCTIONS FOUNDER: HELEN RAW

Helen is a versatile and experienced actress and singer, having played various lead and character roles to critical acclaim in musical theatre productions across Scotland. She has also appeared in many well-known television programmes, films and commercials.

Helen has been involved in the entertainment world for over 15 years and set up 'Act One', a children's theatre company based in Fife, when she was only 17 years old. Following the company's success and high standard of performance, Helen was invited to take up a post as an extra-curricular drama teacher for Inverkeithing High School.

Helen taught in the school's Community Centre for 2 years before moving on to run a 2-month drama programme for kids in Minnesota, USA.

Helen now teaches acting classes at Take3 Theatre Schools in Fife and after school drama classes at primary schools in Edinburgh.

Helen performs regularly as an actor and singer and is a member of Equity, the Equity Singers Register, the Musicians Union and appears in Spotlight Actresses.

Visit Helen's website -www.helenraw.com for more career information.

WHAT MAKES RAW TALENT WORKSHOPS DIFFERENT?

We understand and appreciate that every actor is different and we work with you to improve your strengths and challenge your weaknesses.

Class numbers are limited to 14* in order that you get as much 1-1 individual time as possible and all of your on-camera work and personal comments/structured advice/constructive criticism is recorded onto DVD for further home study.
* with the exception of 1-Day Improvisation which is limited to 30

Most actors leave our workshops with a clear vision for their future in the performance world. This is because most people fit into one of the following categories after completing a Raw Talent Workshop:

• YES, acting is still what I want to do and these workshops have given me a renewed passion for it. I need to get my headshots done/renewed, find an agent and start auditioning.

• YES, acting is what I want to do but I realise I need more experience and training. The workshops have given me confidence in my ability so I can now take the plunge and audition for full-time acting study.
  * Please bear in mind that full-time study is not always necessary, many successful actors have never completed accredited training.

• YES, acting is what I want to do but as a hobby, not for a living and Helen has given me advice on joining some non-professional theatre companies. I am glad I haven't wasted lots of money on headshots and industry memberships.

Headshots: These are an actor’s calling card and are an absolute necessity if you want to be a working actor. Raw Talent Productions can put you in touch with reputable photographers.

Agents: Many agents will only take you onto their books if you have an entry in Spotlight and have your Equity Card. Raw Talent Productions can assist you with any Spotlight and Equity queries and applications.