Speak & Shine
Masterclass by Caro Derkx & Alex Hendrickx Date: Sat. 31 August Language: English City: Amsterdam
Time & Location📍
31 Aug 2025, 13:00 – 17:00
LikeMinds Podium, Gedempt Hamerkanaal 203, 1021 KP Amsterdam, Netherlands
About the event 👀
Combine the power of vocal clarity and physical presence with the playfulness and confidence of improvisation. In this dual-led masterclass, you’ll sharpen your voice, sharpen your instincts, and learn to communicate with authenticity and ease. Suitable for anyone, this masterclass focuses on helping you express yourself purposefully, think on your feet, and connect with those around you.
What You’ll Learn 🎓
Build vocal clarity and strength through targeted warm-ups, breath work, and articulation drills
Enhance projection, tone, and emotional resonance for more engaging speech
Overcome tension and nerves with voice-body integration and relaxation techniques
Develop spontaneity and creative flow using improvisation principles
Use posture, gesture, and facial expressions to convey confidence and presence
Apply scenes, monologues, and role-play to integrate tools in real-life communication contexts
Core Activities 🎯
Vocal & Breath Warm-Ups Loosen the body, energize the voice, and set the stage for expressive work.
Articulation & Projection Drills Practice clear pronunciation and safe, effective voice projection in speech-focused exercises.
Improv Games & Ensemble Exercises Short-form improv games to spark creativity, responsiveness, and presence
Scene & Monologue Work Dive into brief scripted pieces, applying acting + voice insights to strengthen delivery.
Role-Play & Storytelling Scenarios Put tools into action in everyday communication—presentations, meetings, introductions.
About The Masters 🏆
Caro Derkx
One of the defining characteristics of Caro’s work is her ability to navigate the thin line between reality and fiction. She is fascinated by the concept of authenticity in the modern world—how we construct identity, how truth is shaped by narratives, and how art can both reveal and manipulate reality. Whether through her solo performances or collaborations, she continuously questions what it means to "be real" in an age where image and perception dominate.
Alex Hendrickx
Alex Hendrickx is more than just a performer — he is a storyteller deeply invested in the nuances of human emotion and the complexities of identity. His artistic vision is rooted in a desire to challenge perspectives, blending intellect with raw emotional depth to create performances that are both thought-provoking and deeply moving.
FAQ 🔍
What if I am not familiar with acting?
No previous acting experience is required to attend our courses and masterclasses. Our masters merely use acting techniques as a toolkit to help you express your individuality.
Who are the teachers?
Our teachers, or masters, as we call them, are all professional actors with a formal education in acting who are currently active in the industry. You can see them in Dutch theatre plays, TV series and feature films.
How often do you have new courses?
We do not have a fixed schedule for our courses but in general there are at least couple of courses and masterclasses every month.
What’s the general structure of the course?
Every course is unique in its form and content and you can find a more detailed description of each course on its respective page.
What is the language of instruction?
Most of our courses are taught in English but we also have Dutch-only courses.
