Perhaps you've always wondered if you have what it takes to be an actor, but you never knew where to start. Or maybe you've taken steps toward your acting dream, but things don’t seem to be moving.
It’s time to Focus.
Focus is a week-long, all-inclusive beach-front retreat happening in gorgeous Santa Cruz, Costa Rica. Focus has been carefully and intentionally designed to help those on the verge of their acting dream to take the next step. During this week-long refuge, you’ll zoom in on the elements–both internal and external–that can spur the momentum of your acting career. Together we’ll center our attention on igniting your creativity, curating your reality–and maintaining hope in a field that can assault your confidence. All this within the confines of a beautiful, relaxing and welcoming community space. You’ll return home not only refreshed, but ready to engage in the acting world.
Come see what you’re truly capable of.
Enjoy an immersive experience in a small group of like-minded creative individuals.
You'll dive into your acting career surrounded by peace and relaxation.
Get on-set experience acting in a short film, with reel footage and IMDb credit.
Why Focus?
Retreat Specs
What is Focus on Acting? It's an 8-day, 7-night beach-front retreat.
Who is this for? Focus is for new actors and those interested in pursuing an acting career. This event is for adults 18 and older.
When is it? Tuesday, May - through Tuesday, May -, 2027.
Where is it? The retreat will take place at Sugar Beach in Santa Cruz, Costa Rica.
What's included? Shuttle to and from Liberia Airport to the retreat facility; sleep accommodations including air conditioning; daily curriculum activies; three meals per full day, plus access to coffee, tea and water; access to retreat amenities such as pool, fitness center and wi-fi.
What's not included? Travel to and from Costa Rica; add-on services and excursions provided by the retreat facility.
It’s peaceful. Focus will take place on the lovely Sugar Beach, located in Santa Cruz, Costa Rica. Let nature inspire your creativity, and beautiful surroundings disengage your sensory overload.
It’s practical. Besides internal work, we’ll provide functional preparation. From reviewing your audition process, to gaining valuable on-set experience and an IMDb credit (and more), you’ll leave with tangible, practical benefits. Plus it represents a substantial savings over similar services provided by Angry Goddess, since the location and meals are included!
It’s purposeful. You’ll learn the things every working actor wishes they’d known from day one, presented through impactful practices and engaging activities, plus relevant take-aways that will positively impact your career going forward.
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What You'll Experience
Actor Panelists
Arischa Conner
Brian LaFontaine
Eden Lee
Rachel Petsiavas
Dara and Tracie met in 2015 when they began working together as cast members on a comedy improv dinner show. They created Angry Goddess productions in 2019, and since then they've created several short films, written scripts for themselves and others, created acting scenes for reels, and established a TikTok comedy skit channel. Today the duo collaborate with actors, helping them to gain practical insight into their careers.
Your Leaders
Hear from real working actors who built a career from scratch, just like you aspire to do. You've seen these actors in your favorite shows and social media outlets. During our live actor panel, you'll have the opportunity to learn from them. Click their image to see their IMDb page.
Dara Brewton
Tracie Frank
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