Studios
A space of possibility
Reach your full potential with our intensive part-time program for adults and young people at NIDA Studios.
Our Studio programs are designed for dedicated and imaginative individuals who are ready to embrace an intensive, practical training experience. Each program offers a dynamic environment where rigorous, practice-driven learning is delivered in a collaborative and supportive learning environment. Whatever your goals, a NIDA Studio will be a transformative step in achieving your aspirations.
Studios are delivered on weekends over six or 12 months with a twice-yearly intake, with auditions for Adult Studios held in June 2025.
REGISTER TO AUDITION THROUGH THE LINKS BELOW.
For Adults
Auditions in June 2025
For Young People
Auditions in December 2025 and January 2026
As a NIDA Studio student, you also receive:
- 25% discount on selected full priced adult short courses for the duration of your studio
- access to a learning management system
- individual tutorials with your core tutor (four-term program only)
- access to the NIDA library
- invitations to NIDA productions
Quality teaching staff
Our teaching artists bring their creative practice and industry experience to our classrooms to deliver contemporary student learning. Selected for their exceptional teaching ability, knowledge and extensive industry experience, they provide students with individual feedback, direction and guidance ensuring you get the most out of your training.
Many of our tutors are also NIDA graduates, bringing firsthand experience and insights from one of the world’s leading performing arts institutions directly to you.
TESTIMONIALS
Writers Studio
Learning to develop my writers’ voice was a challenge but an incredibly rewarding experience. The Writers Studio changed how I read and understand plays and I would highly recommend the course for all creatives within the industry – whether writers, actors or directors.
Student
Screen Actor’s Studio
Under our tutor’s guidance, we learnt the diligence, commitment and discipline it takes to be an actor; he taught us how to really DO ‘the work.’ He challenged me with a character that was beyond anything I had ever played before, and I will always be grateful for him believing that I could do it. The experience was phenomenal.
Student
Actors Studio
Wonderful, glorious, challenging, frustrating, frightening, liberating, incendiary, breathtaking, transformational. I am a different human.
Student
Applying
Entry to studio courses is by audition or interview, which serve as an opportunity for us to get to know you and for you to ask questions about any aspect of the training. Once enrolled, you will be sent information about how to prepare for your audition or interview.
You will have an opportunity on the day to collaborate with others and respond to direction. A non-refundable audition/interview fee of $38 will be charged.
What are you waiting for?
Students graduate having gained an understanding of their personal creative process and a skill set that prepares them for full-time training. NIDA Studios are a first step towards exploring a career in the performing arts or simply an opportunity to enhance your personal and professional creative life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wear loose, comfortable clothing for any performance related course. Clothes that restrict movement are inappropriate – no high heels, short skirts or jeans. Wear closed toe shoes that can be removed in the rehearsal room. Design and technical courses may take place in workshop areas or in theatres, and to access these areas you need to wear closed toe footwear (shoes or boots). Students in grades 7-12 should bring a notepad, something to write with and/or a device or tablet to take notes. You will need to bring all of your food and refreshments. There is a cafe open on site.
NIDA arranges your enrolment and tuition. You need to make your own arrangements for travel or, if appropriate, for accommodation. Please call the office to confirm the course is going ahead before confirming your travel bookings. You will need to bring all of your food and refreshments. There is a cafe open on site.
Please telephone us on 1300 450 417 or email [email protected], if you would like to discuss any aspect of your course. We are committed to ensuring the highest possible standard of our customer service and training.
NIDA Open courses help you discover whether a career in the entertainment industry is right for you, what aspect of the entertainment industry suits you best, and whether NIDA full-time training is the next step to take. For details regarding the application for NIDA Higher Education, please visit the NIDA website. (link)
NIDA issues a Certificate of Attendance for Adults who attend a course longer than two days. Studio and Residency students receive a Certificate of Achievement.
NIDA arranges your course enrolment and tuition. You need to make your own arrangements for food, travel and, if appropriate, accommodation. Please telephone us on 1300 450 417 to confirm the course is going ahead before confirming your travel bookings.
You can contact us one week prior to the commencement of the course to find out who is teaching. Please keep in mind that at times it is necessary for us to make staffing changes at short notice.
The majority of NIDA Open courses are open to all. There are some courses which have been designed to suit people with more advanced skills or experience which is indicated on the course page. Studio and Residency courses are selective and require an audition, interview or written application.
Please refer to information regarding terms and conditions for details about transfers, refunds and cancellations.
