Courses

See How Creativity Grows
NIDA Open’s courses are the perfect way for children and young people to step into the world of performance, creativity and storytelling during school term and holidays. Designed for ages 5–18, our 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.

From one-day workshops to week-long adventures, 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 young storyteller.

FIND YOUR COURSE

27 Course/s Found
Musical Theatre Essentials

ADULTS (18+)

Immerse yourself in the essentials of acting, singing and stagecraft.

NIDA Acting Techniques: The Actor’s Toolkit

ADULTS (18+)

Ignite your passion for performance in this dynamic, skills-based course designed for beginner actors.

The Confident Voice

ADULTS (18+)

Enhance your vocal technique.

Writing for the Screen

ADULTS (18+)

Discover the secrets of compelling screen writing.

Screen Acting Techniques: Finding Your Frame

ADULTS (18+)

Explore the fundamental elements of screen performance and create believable and authentic characters.

NIDA Musical Theatre: The Ensemble

ADULTS (18+)

For beginner performers looking to develop core musical theatre skills in singing, movement, and acting.

Props Making

ADULTS (18+)

Learn to design, sculpt, mold, and finish props for stage or screen.

Hair and Make-up for Screen

ADULTS (18+)

Step into the captivating world of storytelling for screen, where hair and make-up are more than just aesthetics—they are essential tools for crafting authentic characters.

TV Presenting Techniques

ADULTS (18+)

The essential skills necessary to engage a television audience effectively.

NIDA acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we learn and tell stories, the Bidjigal, Gadigal, Dharawal and Dharug peoples, and we pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past and present.