Deepen your understanding of how actors approach story and character in this free recorded workshop led by acting consultant Allen Simpson. He breaks down key concepts in script analysis, character development, and performance vocabulary.
The workshop is designed for anyone in animation, previs, or VFX who wants to bring greater honesty, emotion, and clarity to their work. You’ll leave with simple, practical techniques you can apply immediately to your own work.
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About Allen Simpson
Allen Simpson is an acting consultant and visual/story consultant for film, television, and video games. Recent credits include The Bad Guys 2, Dog Man, and Kung Fu Panda 4. He’s currently working on DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island (2026). Allen has also consulted and voice-directed for The Simpsons, the Five Nights at Freddy’s video gameseries, and Telltale Games’ Game of Thrones. Allen has worked with DreamWorks, Pixar, Warner Bros., Blue Sky, Disney, The Third Floor, Cinesite, Telltale Games, LAAFA, Chapman University, California College of the Arts, Pepperdine University, and more.
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