Screen Acting Techniques
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Level: Core Techniques
For adults 18+
Develop your screen acting skills in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Learn the basics of the Stanislavski system of acting, script analysis and the technical demands of screen acting. Become confident in front of the camera while rehearsing scenes from film and TV.
Course components
- Fundamental acting skills in voice, physicality and impro for the screen.
- Script analysis and character development.
- Exercises for understanding camera angle, eyelines and marks
Outcomes
- Ability to analyse a script from film or TV.
- Confidence performing to camera.
- Understanding of basic on-set technical elements.
Prerequisites
Some experience recommended
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Prerequisites
Some experience recommended
Important information
- Please read our Cancellation and Transfer Policy.
- Flights and Accommodation: From time to time we may need to cancel an advertised course. Before booking flights and accommodation for travel to attend a NIDA Open course, please contact the NIDA Open office to confirm if your course will proceed as planned. NIDA does not accept liability for any associated costs of attendance or cancellation.
- Please wear comfortable clothing you can move in for all drama and performance related courses. Clothing that restricts movement is inappropriate.
- Please wear closed-in shoes. Shoes may be removed in the rehearsal room on the direction of the class tutor.
- Please bring along a pen, notebook or electronic device and a bottle of water to all classes.
NIDA Melbourne, Southbank
Site Directions
NIDA Melbourne – National Institute of Dramatic Art, VIC
Suite 4 | 152 Sturt St, Southbank VIC 3006
Other Information
NIDA Melbourne is located at the Guild, 152 Sturt Street Southbank, in the Arts precinct. From Sturt Street, we are next to the SES building. There is a large distinctive red flower sculpture on the façade of the apartment building. Our studios are on your left, halfway along the walkway.
ON A TRAIN
Any train to Flinders Street, then a 12-minute stroll through Melbourne’s Arts Precinct, or take a tram following the directions below.
ON A TRAM
The No. 1 South Melbourne tram goes right past our door. Get off at Stop 18.
Any tram down St Kilda Road—jump off at Grant Street, Stop 17 and take a 3-minute walk.
DRIVING
There is limited, timed street parking along Sturt Street and surrounding streets.
The Arts Centre Melbourne car park is located at 4 Sturt Street.
The closest SecureParking car park at 21 Bank Street, South Melbourne.
Both the Arts Centre and Secureparking are timed, paid parking stations.
Sessions
| When | Time | Where | Session Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 26 Sep 2022 | 10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) | NIDA Melbourne, Southbank | |
| Mon 26 Sep 2022 | 1:45pm - 5pm (UTC+10:00) | NIDA Melbourne, Southbank | |
| Tue 27 Sep 2022 | 10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) | NIDA Melbourne, Southbank | |
| Tue 27 Sep 2022 | 1:45pm - 5pm (UTC+10:00) | NIDA Melbourne, Southbank | |
| Wed 28 Sep 2022 | 10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) | NIDA Melbourne, Southbank | |
| Wed 28 Sep 2022 | 1:45pm - 5pm (UTC+10:00) | NIDA Melbourne, Southbank | |
| Thu 29 Sep 2022 | 10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) | NIDA Melbourne, Southbank | |
| Thu 29 Sep 2022 | 1:45pm - 5pm (UTC+10:00) | NIDA Melbourne, Southbank | |
| Fri 30 Sep 2022 | 10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00) | NIDA Melbourne, Southbank | |
| Fri 30 Sep 2022 | 1:45pm - 5pm (UTC+10:00) | NIDA Melbourne, Southbank |