3-DAY WORKSHOP
MELBOURNE
DATES
7th, 8th & 9th March OR
28th, 29th & 30th March
TIMES
10am-4pm each day
Price per Workshop
$475 AUD* (Earlybird)
Location
Melbourne TBD
prerequisites
None.
*If you’re new to PEM or haven’t yet taken part in our long-term programs, we recommend the following training structure for the best learning experience: start with a Teaser Workshop, continue with a 3-Day Workshop, and then deepen your practice in our 3-Month Program.
ABOUT THE 3-DAY WORKSHOP
In the lead-up to our 3-month program, we’re excited to offer special 3-day workshops exploring PEM’s groundbreaking approach to acting. Designed for actors seeking a more reliable approach to emotional performance, this workshop introduces our hallmark method for physically accessing authentic emotion—without relying on personal memories or psychological strain. Through carefully developed body-focused exercises, you’ll unlock your instrument, overcome personal restrictions, and expand your emotional range.
You’ll also explore practical application to text, emotional transitions and mixtures, group exercises, and techniques for cultivating physical presence. Train your instrument to be open, responsive, and emotionally available, equipping yourself with the tools to create powerful, repeatable performances for stage and screen.
Beyond performance, PEM offers a holistic approach to emotional awareness and artistic growth, helping you refine your craft while safeguard your wellbeing.
WHAT WE'LL COVER
- Our hallmark method for physical access to authentic emotion.
- Tools and exercises to open up the body and expand emotional range.
- Convey subtle and intense emotion for stage and screen.
- Combine the 6 basics emotions to create more complex emotions (e.g. jealousy, guilt, embarrassment).
- Learn to artfully transition through emotions organically to create depth, intrigue and nuance.
- Apply emotion to authentic text work.
- Reframe your understanding of what emotions are.
- Develop your emotional intelligence for scene work and improve your emotional and mental wellbeing as an actor.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
The 3-Day Workshop will be held by one of our Certified Instructors. You can read a little more about our instructors below.
ENNA BLAKE
PEM Certified Instructor
Enna Blake is an actor, musician, and Certified PEM Instructor based in Melbourne, Australia. Since 2019, she has trained with PEM Master Instructor Sarah Victoria and PEM Founder Stephan Perdekamp and became certified to teach PEM in September 2022. Enna has assisted teaching PEM workshops at NIDA and the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, and has held in-person workshops in Melbourne and San Francisco. As an actor, Enna has played supporting and lead roles in independent short and feature films such as ‘Land of Honey’ (2019) and ‘The Library Boys (2022) which won Comedy Vanguard Feature at Austin Film Festival. She has also starred in music videos such as ‘Loose Ends’ by Illy ft G Flip (2020) and released her own EP ‘Under Dusk’ with singer/songwriter Harrison Storm in 2022. Enna is currently a proud member of the Melbourne PEM Production Group and teaches PEM at Melbourne Actors Guild, and to actors internationally online.
SAMUEL ROWE
PEM Certified Instructor
Samuel Rowe is an actor and PEM Certified Instructor based in Melbourne, Australia. Samuel has worked in professional theatres in Melbourne following his graduate degree in Acting from the Victorian College of the Arts (2018) and since 2019, has trained in PEM with Stephan Perdekamp and PEM Master Instructor Sarah Victoria. Samuel has assisted workshops at prestigious acting schools including the National Institute of Drama (NIDA), and since his certification in 2021 has coached actors in PEM from all over the world. Samuel has taught in-person PEM term classes at Film & TV Studio International in Melbourne, and will be holding classes with actors at Melbourne Actors Guild in 2024. With a great interest in fostering emotional development, Samuel is looking forward to sharing PEM with more people worldwide.
SAMUEL ROWE
PEM Certified Instructor
Samuel Rowe is an actor and PEM Certified Instructor based in Melbourne, Australia. Samuel has worked in professional theatres in Melbourne following his graduate degree in Acting from the Victorian College of the Arts (2018) and since 2019, has trained in PEM with Stephan Perdekamp and PEM Master Instructor Sarah Victoria. Samuel has assisted workshops at prestigious acting schools including the National Institute of Drama (NIDA), and since his certification in 2021 has coached actors in PEM from all over the world. Samuel has taught in-person PEM term classes at Film & TV Studio International in Melbourne, and will be holding classes with actors at Melbourne Actors Guild in 2024. With a great interest in fostering emotional development, Samuel is looking forward to sharing PEM with more people worldwide.
HEAR FROM OUR STUDENTS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need prior experience to participate in this workshop?
No specific background in acting or PEM is required. This workshop is designed for participants of all levels, from beginners to professionals.
I have completed the Intro Workshop Series - will this workshop be different?
Yes! While we will cover PEM’s hallmark emotion work, this 3-day intensive goes beyond the Intro Workshop Series with deeper application to text, group exercises, and additional instrument refinement. It’s a great opportunity to gain further skills in a dynamic, immersive setting.
What should I expect to gain from the 3-Day Workshop?
You’ll gain a reliable, repeatable method for accessing authentic emotion physically—without relying on personal memories. Over three intensive days, you’ll expand your emotional range, refine your presence, and integrate emotion into text work, leaving you with practical tools for deep, dynamic, and sustainable performances.
What materials or preparation do I need to bring to the workshop?
No specific materials or preparation are needed for this workshop. Students are welcome to bring a notebook and pen for taking notes, and we encourage comfortable clothing suitable for movement.
I'm not an actor, but I'm interested in this work. Can I still attend?
Absolutely! All courses and workshops offered by PEM Acting by Kalliso are suitable for all artistic disciplines. Although we primarily teach actors, we also commonly teach singers, musicians, writers, photographers and more. As we work with the body and the emotional system, we believe all artists can deeply benefit from our methodology.
If, however, you’re interested in our methoid from an emotional wellbeing and personal development perspective, we recommend heading to our wellbeing website.
HAVEN'T TRIED PEM BEFORE?
Online Tryout Session
Online Free Teaser