ABOUT THE MENTORSHIP
Work intimately with Lab founder Yorgos Karamalegos and delve deeper into presence, deconditioning, and individual habits through exclusive mentorship lectures and Q&A sessions. Together, we'll explore a performing state where body, mind, emotions, and instincts converge harmoniously, unlocking dynamic, authentic expression beyond traditional acting norms.
This personalized residency offers a supportive environment for professional actors to cultivate presence and shed ingrained acting habits through embodiment techniques. Participants can also expect grounding and deconditioning exercises, physical improvisation with live percussion, nature walks and training, meditation, outdoor work, and delicious Cretan cuisine.
Join our community of artists for a transformative journey of self-discovery as we explore the wilderness of the body.
How can I build a defining career?
With so many actors, how can I stand out at my next audition?
Can I find more presence in my performances?
We will answer all these questions and more in the following chapters of this Mentorship
CHAPTER I
Career coaching & action planning
Work with Yorgos to identify your strengths, areas for improvement, and career goals. From there, you will create a personalized action plan to help you achieve your objectives, including developing a strong personal brand, identifying your unique selling points, and creating a standout resume and portfolio. He'll also help you develop strategies for networking, auditioning, and landing roles.
CHAPTER II
Casting
This chapter prepares you to be casting ready, providing exercises to help you improve your audition skills and increase your chances of landing roles.
CHAPTER III
Career
therapy
This chapter helps you build the mental resilience and emotional strength you need to thrive as an artist. Yorgos works with you to resolve any recurring issues or mental patterns that may be hindering your progress on stage, in rehearsals, or on set. He'll help you develop coping strategies for managing stress and anxiety, and will provide a safe and supportive space for you to work through any emotional blocks or challenges you may be experiencing.
DAILY SCHEDULE
DAY ONE
YORGOS
Foundations & Intentions
Participants will explore presence, embodiment, and deconditioning in nature through a morning lecture and goal-setting session. The afternoon features embodiment training with ensemble work and script reading.
DAY TWO
YORGOS
Voice, Ownership, & Deconditioning
The morning session begins with voice and embodiment training, incorporating text-based exercises to explore ownership. The afternoon is dedicated to deconditioning sessions.
DAY THREE
YORGOS
Presence as a Tool for Acting
Explore presence as a fundamental acting tool and learn to apply it to your performance. Actors will spend the afternoon in dedicated, individual sessions.
DAY FOUR
YORGOS
Embodiment
These extended, one-on-one sessions will focus on the principles of embodiment and how to apply them to your acting. Sessions will be conducted in the morning and afternoon, and will offer in-depth individual attention.
DAY FIVE
YORGOS
Career Mentorship & Embodied Acting I
This session, featuring a casting director Q&A and Day 1 of Embodied Acting, offers comprehensive career guidance. Gain clarity on your path, receive personalized answers, and leave with a toolkit and plan to achieve your professional aspirations.
DAY SIX
YORGOS
Application & Embodied Acting II
Continued individual sessions on embodied acting. In the evening, participants will have an inquiry session to address post-workshop questions, followed by a swim, closing celebration, and dinner.
This Residency demands your wholehearted commitment.
Make the most out of this experience by arriving well-rested and allowing time for integration post-retreat.
PRE-PROGRAMME
PREPARATION
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Ease into the experience with a few restful days before and after your arrival.
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Consider an early arrival in Crete for a smoother transition.
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Opt for a private session—online or in person—before the retreat to tailor your experience.
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Bring an exciting and challenging monologue or duologue of your choice for practice.
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Ensure that you are off-book upon your arrival.
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Share your chosen scene with Yorgos via email at least a week before the program starts.
POST-PROGRAMME
INTEGRATION
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As the program concludes, we recommend easing back into your routine with some integration time.
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Consider staying in Crete for a bit longer to fully absorb and apply the transformative tools and experiences gained during the intensive program.
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Allow yourself the space to reflect on the journey and ensure a smooth transition back into your daily life.
GUEST INSTRUCTORS
YVONNE MAIER
VOCAL COACH
Yvonne is a seasoned theatre and voice coach with over 25 years of experience teaching young people. Her background includes a Master's degree, theatre pedagogy studies, and experience as a journalist and podcast host. A former gymnast, she integrates movement and presence into her coaching, which is further enhanced by her Lichtenberger Method training.
DIMITRIS LOGOTHETIS
FITNESS COACH
Dimitris is a fitness coach passionate about helping others achieve their physical best. He transformed his own physique through fitness, developing strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. Specializing in personalized programs for all levels, Dimitris emphasizes proper technique and injury prevention to help clients reach their goals and improve overall well-being.
STELLA KREMMYDA
YOGA COACH
Stella is a yoga teacher and dietitian-nutritionist who has developed an intuitive approach to exploring deeper levels of existence through movement. Inspired by her early yoga training and travels in India, Nepal, and Europe, she founded ZenZem yoga center in Crete, where she shares her "Living Yoga method."
DETAILS & ACCOMMODATION
DETAILS
WHAT'S INCLUDED
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WORKSHOP FEE WITH YORGOS
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ACCOMMODATION
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TRAVEL TO AND FROM CHANIA AIRPORT
QUESTIONS ABOUT THE MENTORSHIP? EMAIL US!
PRICING
Pricing for the October Mentorship is determined by accommodation (all of which include the details listed on the left). For the 2025 residency, we are currently able to offer the following
2 BEDROOM SHARED BATH (STANDARD)
3 BEDROOM PRIVATE BATH (PREMIUM)
PRIVATE HOUSE (FILIPPAS HOUSE)
TRADITIONAL HOUSE (MILOPETRA)
PLEASE SEE TABS PROVIDED ABOVE FOR FURTHER DETAILS
CANCELLATION POLICY
We have a cancellation policy of one calendar month for all retreats. After this, we cannot offer refunds unless another participant can be found.
APPLICATION
WORKSHOP DETAILS
INSTRUCTOR
VENUE
DATES
YORGOS
KARAMALEGOS
Armonia Retreat Center
Douliana 730 08
CRETE | Greece
13 - 20 October 2025
10:00 - 17:00
*Outdoor sessions may be scheduled within or beyond these hours
PRICE
CANCELLATION POLICY
We have a cancellation policy of three weeks prior to the start of the Lab for short workshops and one calendar month for residencies. After this, we cannot offer refunds unless another participant can be found to take the place.
WHAT LABBERS ARE SAYING
"I didn’t realise how forcefully that lock was going to burst open and how the work that we’re doing is just so important—not just for you as an actor, as an artist, but as a person!"
NOOR HAMDI
NYC
"Yorgos has such an understanding and knowledge of how to take care of ourselves on a personal level when we’re doing this kind of work and living this kind of life."
HELEN PERCIVAL
LONDON