Youth Filmmaking & Acting Workshops
Empowering Youth Through Creativity, Storytelling, and Purpose
Perskription Entertainment’s Youth Filmmaking & Acting Workshops introduce young people to acting, filmmaking, and storytelling in a supportive, structured environment designed to build confidence, creativity, and positive self-expression.
Program Overview
Our workshops provide hands-on exposure to the fundamentals of acting and film while encouraging teamwork, discipline, and emotional growth. Through creative engagement, we offer youth a positive outlet to explore their voices and tell meaningful stories.
What Participants Learn
Acting fundamentals and on-camera confidence
Scene work and character development
Storytelling and basic screenwriting
Introduction to filmmaking and directing
Collaboration, focus, and creative discipline
No prior experience is required.
Mental Health, Emotional Wellness & Community Impact
Creative expression supports emotional wellness by engaging the brain’s “happy hormones,” promoting joy, confidence, motivation, and emotional regulation. By providing healthy outlets for self-expression and connection, our workshops aim to reduce isolation and frustration while contributing to safer communities and helping curb cycles of violence through creativity and mentorship.
Who the Program Is For
Youth in 5th–12th grade
Beginners and aspiring creatives
Students seeking positive outlets for expression
Youth interested in acting, film, or storytelling
Community Partnerships
Our workshops are offered in collaboration with community organizations and churches, including Refuge Church Chicago and Tree of Life Entertainment, to expand access to creative education and mentorship.
Program Leadership
Led by Johnny J. Perkins, filmmaker, writer, and producer with decades of experience across stage, film, and television, the program is guided by a commitment to authenticity, community impact, and youth development.
Workshop Formats
In-person group workshops
Community-based programs
Church and organizational partnerships
(Custom formats available upon request)
Interested in a Workshop?
Parents, schools, churches, and organizations are invited to connect with us to learn more about workshop availability and participation.
