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Screen Writing Essentials

For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Identify the components of story telling for the screen. Develop a practical understanding of genre, scene construction, character and dialogue. Course components Discover the principles of screen writing with an industry professional. Examine screen play layout to enable you to confidently write a screen play treatment. Gain valuable feedback on the construction of scenes, development of characters and dialogue as you begin to write your own screen... [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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Stanislavski: An Introduction

For adults 18 years + Level: Beginner Workshop Stanislavski’s methods in a practical fast-paced intensive course. Uncover the magic ‘if’, given circumstances, actions, objectives and stakes. Learn how to analyse a script to uncover the life of the character. The Stanislavski approach is one of the most widely acknowledged and enduring actor training systems in the world, closely connected to the birth of modern drama and psychological realism. Course components Explore the... [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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Teaching Drama to Young People: Train the Trainer

Level: Core Techniques For adults 18 years + Want to learn how to teach performance and drama to children an young people? Join NIDA Teaching Artists in a practical workshop to develop drama and classroom teaching skills, designed specifically for experienced or recently trained performing artists keen to transfer their skills to a classroom setting. Learn how to embed your creative practice within a teaching context for children and young people. Develop strategies for structuring... [More]

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Standard English Accents

For adults 18 years + Level: Beginner Learn how to acquire Standard English accents through practical phonetics. Discover the vast array of English accents and develop your skills in hearing the fundamental differences between them. Breakdown and practise a selection of these accents e.g. Estuary, RP or Standard British. Course components Introduction to the various English accents Phonetic break down of selected English accents Practise of accents with given texts Outcomes... [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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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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Meisner Essentials

For adults 18 years + Level: Core Techniques Practise the techniques made famous by Sanford Meisner for actors, directors and teachers. Through repetition exercises, imaginative preparation and action playing, learn how to be truthful and in the moment while forming strong connections between performers. Course components Practically explore and master Meisner techniques to unlock truth and meaning on the rehearsal room floor. Uncover the preparation strategies required to be... [More]

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NIDA Online: The Standard English Accent

Adults (18+) Level: Beginner Embody the English Standard Accent and heighten your vocal confidence. Explore the phonetics of the English accent and learn the placement of various dialects. Apply these skills to text and discover unique approaches to character as you get serious about accents! Learning Outcomes Phonetics: learn the technical essentials of the Standard English accent and its variations Apply technique to a variety of texts. Understand the necessity of vocal clarity... [More]

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