Are you ready to elevate your storytelling? Whether you’re writing for the stage, screen, or page, unforgettable characters are the heartbeat of every story! With over a decade of expertise directing award-winning immersive theater experiences at Live in Theater, I’m sharing the tools and techniques I’ve used to craft characters that captivate audiences.
- Proven Strategies: Follow our 10-step process to transform your character ideas into living, breathing personalities that leap off the page and will be memorable!
- Bite-Sized, Actionable Lessons: In just 1 to 1.5 hours, gain skills you can apply immediately.
- Insider Tips: Learn the creative tricks professional writers and directors use to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
This isn’t your typical writing class. I’ve spent years crafting immersive mysteries in which characters must feel and be authentic because they are engaging with real audiences right before them. This is the magic of interactive theater! This has forced me and my team to learn how to create incredibly rich, deep, and complex characters, and now, I’m teaching you how to do the same.
Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting, this course gives you the tools to create characters that inspire, intrigue, and endure.
Carlo D’Amore is a multi-talented creative entrepreneur, award-winning actor, playwright, and founder of Live in Theater Productions (LIT). His work spans immersive experiences, interactive storytelling, and television projects, earning acclaim from The New York Times, GQ, NBC, and more. As a director, his Drama Desk-nominated The Ryan Case 1873 was a groundbreaking success, and his solo play No Parole—now being developed into the TV series Family Scam—has captivated audiences worldwide. His short film Mamita has won over 50 international awards, solidifying his impact as a filmmaker. Carlo’s work challenges and moves audiences, pushing creative boundaries in every medium.
Collin Blackard is a celebrated immersive performance artist and playwright known for his captivating live experiences. With a background in theater and improvisational comedy, he has brought over 20 unforgettable characters to life with Live in Theater (LIT) under the direction of Carlo D’Amore. A graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University, he further refined his craft at Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, Second City Conservatory, and iO, demonstrating his commitment to artistic excellence. His collaborations, including Mission Athena: Sabotaged and Wrestle Rally ’86, push the boundaries of immersive storytelling, leaving audiences enthralled.
