Actors Studio – Audition
ADULTS (18+)
Craft a structured, personalised approach to your work as a performer through practical actor training.
Lighting Design Essentials
ADULTS (18+)
Gain an understanding of the essential techniques used in practical lighting design.
Acting on Screen Grades 7-8
GRADES 7–8
Explore performance techniques for screen.
NIDA Musical Theatre: The Ensemble
ADULTS (18+)
For beginner performers looking to develop core musical theatre skills in singing, movement, and acting.
Screen Acting Techniques: On-Set Ready
ADULTS (18+)
Designed for screen actors seeking advanced training and professional insight, this course is fast-paced and performance-driven.
NIDA Acting Techniques: The Actor’s Toolkit
ADULTS (18+)
Ignite your passion for performance in this dynamic, skills-based course designed for beginner actors.
Singing and Acting Grades 7-10
GRADES 7–10
Explore storytelling through song
Public Speaking and Communication Grades 7-10
GRADES 7–10
Develop confidence in presentation skills
Drama for Grades 7-10
GRADES 7–10
Develop skills in creative storytelling
Cultivate Creativity All Year Long
NIDA Open’s courses are the perfect way for young people and adults to step into the world of performance, creativity and storytelling.
Designed for young people (ages 12-18), our Term and Holiday short courses cover everything from acting and improvisation to screen performance, musical theatre, design, and more. Whether your child is taking their very first steps on stage or looking to deepen their skills, our tutors create a supportive, fun and inspiring environment to learn, grow and connect with others.
Adults (ages 18 and up) short courses across a variety of creative disciplines including acting, musical theatre, directing, writing, design, and more. Courses are offered for all skill levels, from Introduction to Advanced, and are available in person and online.
From one-day workshops to multi-week courses, NIDA Open offers programs that build confidence, spark imagination, and give students practical tools they can use both on and off the stage. With courses held at NIDA Sydney and in locations across Australia, there’s something for every storyteller.
