Saturday, August 1 | 10:00 AM The Wells Theatre FREE for Veterans & Active Duty Military Great characters don't start with costumes. They start with curiosity. Join teaching artist Leila Stephanie for an interactive workshop exploring how actors create authentic, believable characters from the inside out. Through guided exercises, improvisation, and monologue work, participants will experiment with both internal and external approaches to character development, discovering how imagination, psychology, movement, and voice all work together to create compelling performances. Whether you're interested in acting or simply looking to stretch your creativity, you'll leave with practical tools and a deeper understanding of storytelling. Presented free by Virginia Stage Company, Armed Services Arts Partnership, and the Hampton Roads Community Foundation. Reserve your spot today.