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Acting: An Introduction

For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Through practical activities, discover the fundamental skills required for acting. Identify how to create character and how to respond effectively to other performers. Course components Improve your confidence and spontaneity by participating in a range of improvisation exercises. Collaborate with a scene partner and gain feedback from an expert Discover the fundamentals of Realism technique in acting practice Outcomes Ability to complete a vocal and... [More]

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Stand-up Essentials

For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Learn simple comedy techniques to captivate your audience. Work the room, use a microphone and gain confidence through the art of storytelling, improvisation and building your own routine. Course components Explore clowning and slapstick performance styles to improve your confidence. Learn microphone technique as you master the art of addressing and responding to an audience. Work alongside an industry expert and receive constructive feedback as you... [More]

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Voice-over Essentials

For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Be introduced to the competitive world of voice overs in this fast paced course. Develop your ability to interpret scripts and deliver engaging reads. Work with a voice over expert as ready yourself for quality, industry standard performances. Course components Apply techniques to improve your vocal flexibility. Record television and radio voice-overs in NIDA’s professional sound studio. Participate in a Q & A with an industry expert regarding... [More]

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Voice: An Introduction

For adults 18+ Level: Beginner The importance of vocal training to a successful performance is immeasurable. Spend a day focusing on this most necessary of tools for an actor. Course components Discover your breath, resonance and articulators, then project with ease as you participate in vocal warm ups. Gain personal guidance from an industry expert as you find your physical self and understand the importance of neutral position in relation to your vocal ability. Apply vocal... [More]

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Improvisation Essentials

For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Explore practical techniques to encourage spontaneity and unlock your imagination. Develop the fundamental skills to think on your feet and improvise with confidence in the rehearsal room and in performance. Course components Explore the fundamental principles of improvisation including accepting and extending offers, responding truthfully in the moment and following a spontaneous impulse. Engage in voice and movement training to enhance your... [More]

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TV Presenting Essentials

For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Develop a presentation persona as you practise on-camera technique and build vocal and physical presence. Explore interview techniques and present lifestyle pieces to camera. Course components Learn camera technique and develop your individual presenting persona. Explore your vocal and physical presence on screen through a variety of practical exercises. Learn how to write and perform your own interviews and examine effective interview techniques for... [More]

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Stage Management Essentials

Level: Beginner For adults 18+ Explore the essential role of the Stage Manager in live performance. Understand the creative, technical and managerial expertise required in stage management. Be introduced to methods of scheduling, rehearsal protocol, show calling and communication within a creative ensemble. Course components Identify the various essential tasks of the Stage Manager Learn the standard procedures and documentation required in stage management Participate in practical... [More]

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Lighting Design Essentials

Level: Beginner For adults 18+ Gain an understanding of the techniques used in practical lighting design and its realisation. Learn how to extract lighting design ideas from a dramatic source. Under the guidance of an industry professional, utilise a selection of professional equipment to realise a simple lighting design. Course components Analysis of a dramatic source to extract lighting ideas. Exploration of the creative process to realise lighting design. Introduction to... [More]

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Costume Design Essentials

For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Develop original character designs for stage or screen with practical exercises that build skills and inspire visual excellence as a storyteller and collaborator. Course components Extract costume design concepts from a script and explore ideas through practical exercises and feedback. Apply rendering techniques to a costume design. Create a costume design for a character from a play or film to present to an audience. Outcomes Application of design... [More]

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Make-up Essentials

For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Practise designing and applying make-up and special effects for stage and screen. Course components Design make-up for characters on stage and screen using text as a stimulus. Discover the appropriate make up techniques by applying general stage make-up on your fellow participants. Apply special effects make-up to re-create bruises, injuries and gore. Experiment with fake blood and nu-skin putty for stage and screen characters. Outcomes Effective... [More]

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