The Directing the Non-Actor workshop is a two-day immersive training hosted by Ras Al Khaimah Art as the second edition of FilmHub. Designed for filmmakers and storytellers, the workshop introduces Singular Drama; a unique approach to directing that emphasizes improvisation, role play, and emotionally driven storytelling.
Instead of relying on rehearsed lines or visible scripts, participants will explore how to create emotionally authentic performances by guiding non-actors through situations that invite instinctive, real-time responses.
This workshop is ideal for directors, writers, and creatives seeking fresh, intuitive methods of working with their cast.
Scandar Copti is a Palestinian filmmaker and NYU Abu Dhabi professor celebrated for his intimate, performance-driven storytelling. His debut feature Ajami received the Camera d'Or Special Mention at the Cannes Film Festival and was nominated for an Academy Award, while his latest feature film premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival. In his workshops, Copti guides participants to uncover truth in performance and craft writing that reveals character through action and subtext.
"I work in a system I designed that helps us react with real emotions to fiction."
Spaces are limited to ensure personalized attention and hands-on practice.
