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Welcome to a full-length movement workshop and scene study filmed at LAMDA’s Linbury Studio.

In this episode, movement practitioner Samuel Adebayo works with actors Marion Githegi and Tolu Kingba to explore how mind, body and spirit shape a character’s emotional truth.

Whether you're an actor, director, or drama student, this episode breaks down:

✔️ How movement influences emotional connection

✔️ Laban effort actions for character work

✔️ Psychophysical techniques for screen performance

✔️ How to use breath, intention & physicality in scenes

✔️ A full before/after transformation in performance

We also dive into character psychology, abusive relationship dynamics, and how actors can stay grounded and connected during difficult scenes.

🎭 Featuring:

• Samuel Adebayo — Movement Practitioner (https://www.samueladebayo.co.uk/about)

• Tolu Kingba — Actor (https://www.instagram.com/t_kingba/)

• Marion Githegi — Actor, Founder (https://www.instagram.com/mariongithegi)

📚 TOOLS & TECHNIQUES MENTIONED:

Laban Efforts

Psychophysical Acting

Breath Work

Intention & Physical Impulse Training

Inner/Outer Life Alignment

Emotional Preparation for Scenes

💬 Comment Below:

What movement or acting technique would you like us to explore next?

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In this engaging episode, we reconnect with Kalungi Ssebandeke to delve deeper into his experiences and insights as a director. Following our previous conversation, we explore his initiative, "Direct Your First Play," a seven-week online course designed with practical tools and guidance to empower aspiring directors, from script analysis to rehearsal prep, and what it means to truly facilitate a writer's vision. Kalungi shares the inspiration behind this project, stemming from his own journey, including winning the prestigious JMK Award.

🎬 Connect with Marion:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariongithegi/

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Spotlight: https://app.spotlight.com/0618-8970-6314

Featured Guest:

🎬 Director: Kalungi Ssebandeke

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Twitter: https://x.com/kalungi_

Website: www.directyourfirstplay.com

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In this episode of Be Scene: Director's Cut, Actress Marion Githegi sits down with Kalungi Ssebandeke, an award-winning Director, Actor, and Writer. Kalungi, the 2023 JMK Directing Award winner, who shares his journey from acting to directing, highlighting the importance of fostering a nurturing creative environment.

Joined by actor Kay Bridgeman, they dive into the nuances of directing writers, the audition process, and navigating the actor-director relationship. The episode also sheds light on the unique challenges of the industry and provides valuable advice for aspiring actors.

Featured Guests:

🎬 Director: Kalungi Ssebandeke

https://www.instagram.com/kalungifresh

🎭 Actress: Kay Bridgeman

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