Introduction Directing

Directing Essentials

Directing Essentials

Course Fee

$410 $369

Duration

2 days, 12 hours

Grade Requirements

Introduction

Directing Essentials (11 July 2026)

Kensington

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026

$410
$369
Sessions
DateTime
11 July 202610:00 AM - 1:15 PM AEDT
11 July 20262:00 PM - 5:00 PM AEDT
12 July 202610:00 AM - 1:15 PM AEDT
12 July 20262:00 PM - 5:00 PM AEDT

OTHER UPCOMING CLASSES

Sat 11 Apr - Sun 12 Apr 2026
NIDA Kensington, Sydney
10:00am - 5:00pm AEDT
$410 $369

Directing Essentials

Overview

This two-day course is for aspiring directors ready to bring their creative vision to life. Under the guidance of an experienced NIDA Open teaching artist, you’ll learn to develop a cohesive concept, prepare for rehearsals, and unify story, design and performance elements. Discover how to enhance your leadership skills, learning to inspire and manage a creative team with effective communication, problem-solving and decision-making techniques. Develop your director’s vision, from casting to creating a comprehensive plan outlining your approach to the production in a supportive and inspiring environment at Australia’s national dramatic arts school. 

Components

  • Discover how to create a director’s concept. 
  • Investigate the elements of a production; discover how to work with the creative and technical teams. 
  • Understand how to conduct auditions and lead the rehearsal process. 

Prerequisites

This course is classified as Introduction. No previous experience is necessary. 

TESTIMONIALS

  • Directing Essentials

    The tutor was outstanding and generous with his knowledge. 

    Owen, Sydney

  • Directing Essentials

    Great teacher, knowledgeable and inspiring. She managed the various skill levels of the attendees very well and was extremely open and supportive. 

    Stephanie, Melbourne

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