Conducted by: Koushik Chattopadhyay (Eminent Theatre Actor, Playwright & DIrector)

The “Character Building In Drama” workshop, facilitated by Koushik Chattopadhyay, spanned from June 8th to June 9th, 2022, and took place at Komola Neheru School, drawing a total attendance of 42 participants. The central focus of this workshop revolved around the art of character development within the realm of drama.

During the workshop, actors were skillfully guided in delving deep into the essence of their characters, breathing life into them on the stage. Participants were encouraged to meticulously dissect their respective roles, delving into their character’s preferences, aversions, virtues, and flaws, while also drawing parallels with their own personalities to gain profound insights into their roles. Moreover, actors were tasked with the challenging exercise of embodying their character’s daily routines, from morning rituals to bedtime habits.

In addition to these intricate explorations, actors were coached to adopt the distinct mannerisms, gait, and speech patterns of their characters, fully immersing themselves in the lives of the roles they portrayed. This two-day workshop left an indelible impact, equipping participants with valuable tools for creating and embodying characters in the world of drama.