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Dramatic Writing Essentials
For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Discover what makes effective characterisation and a good plot. Stretch your imagination and learn how to create original scripts. Course components Create and workshop your ideas for script development in a supportive environment. Develop techniques for effective characterisation and receive feedback from an industry professional. Undertake writing exercises to identify the structural differences between screen and play writing. Outcomes Script...
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The Viewpoints: An Introduction
For adults 18 years + Level: Core Techniques A fun introduction to the Viewpoints technique of improvisation and composition made famous by Ann Bogart and the SITI Company of New York. Explore your interactions with other actors through time and space in the nine physical Viewpoints. Develop spontaneity, flexibility and playfulness. Course components Physical ensemble warm up to encourage peripheral vision, soft focus, ensemble listening and reactivity. Introduction to the...
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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...
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Clown: An Introduction
Level: Beginner For adults 18 years + Release your inner silliness! A seriously fun course that will introduce you to the improvisational and observational skills needed to discover your own comic character. Find the beauty in failure and learn to love your inner clown. Course Components Improvisation and ensemble building Physical clowning techniques to discover your unique clown Explore the magic of clown in a supportive group atmosphere Outcomes Increased confidence in...
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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...
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Online Presenting Essentials
For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Ever had a great idea for your own You Tube Channel? Or wanted to create an online character? Learn the camera techniques and presenting skills required to create your own dynamic online content. Develop your on-line persona and understand how content goes viral in the world of social media. Course components Finding your unique online persona Basic camera techniques for shooting yourself Basic editing for self -made content Outcomes Confidence...
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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...
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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...
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American Accents Essentials
For adults 18 years + Level: Beginner Add to your actor’s essential tool kit by developing your General American accent. Explore techniques essential for speaking naturally in the accent to develop your confidence in performance and gain phonetic notation skills. Apply your new skills to a range of texts. Course components Phonetics: learn the technical essentials of the Standard American accent. Apply technique to a variety of texts. Enhance vocal dexterity with the exploration of...
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Self-Tape Essentials
For adults 18 years + Level: Beginner Mastering the art of the self-tape is essential for actors. Learn how to interpret a casting brief, prepare your scene work and set up and shoot your audition to meet current industry standards. Explore and develop your self-taping techniques and how to make an impact with basic equipment in this practical introductory course. Course components Learn basic lighting and set-up techniques. Develop your understanding of a casting brief. Explore...
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