Sana Studio is honoured to be hosting an upcoming Weekend Intensive Mask Workshop led by Dr. Budi Miller—a globally recognized teacher and practitioner with over three decades of experience across continents, teaching at Yale School of Drama, NYU Tisch School of Arts; Dr. Miller was the first Black Head of Acting at the Victorian College of the Arts, University of Melbourne. This will be Dr. Miller's first ever workshop in the UK.

THE ACTOR’S JOURNEY
Mask Work for Spiritual Embodiment and Character Connection
This transformative workshop offers an immersive experience into the profound techniques of Fitzmaurice Voicework, Clowning, and Mask Work, empowering participants to unlock their creative potential and explore new dimensions in performance. These practices allow performers to deepen their voice, engage their physicality, and embrace a variety of rich, cultural artistic traditions.

The workshops explores:
• how ancient mask traditions intersect with contemporary actor training.
• specialized mask techniques to bridge spiritual awareness and physical embodiment in your craft.
• deeper spiritual connection while fostering emotional and professional growth.
• the Balinese concept of taksu—a performance energy marking the divine moment of manifestation in human interaction.

Workshop Details
Schedule: 24th October 18:00 - 22:00, 25th - 26th October 10:00 - 18:00
Location: Old Diorama Arts Centre, London (Warren Street)
Capacity: Limited to 23 participants and for one weekend only—to ensure rich, intimate process
Student Offer: Discounted rate of £250 (instead of £350)
For more info and details into the workshop offering

About Dr. Miller
Dr. Budi Miller, is Co-Artistic Director of The Theatre of Others, Director of Advanced Training & Lead Teacher at the Fitzmaurice Voice Institute and a UNESCO‑designated Master Teacher of Mask Work. He has coached actors including Michelle Williams (Academy Award–nominated for Brokeback Mountain), Jonathan Majors (Lovecraft Country, Creed III, Ant‑Man III), and Julian Elijah Martinez (Wu-Tang: An American Saga).