If you’ve ever wanted to create your own role instead of waiting for one, the Character to Short Film Writing Lab is your chance to make it happen. Starting May 6, this 4-week online acting class helps actors build an original character and turn it into a short film they can actually produce and perform. Led by literary manager Marilyn R. Atlas and acting coach Walid Chaya, this program blends actor training with storytelling—giving you real tools to stand out in auditions