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Screen Acting: On Location at Cockatoo Island

For adults 18+ (Beginner) Rehearse and perform scenes from contemporary film and TV and gain confidence in acting boldly but honestly for the camera on location. Follow industry standard shooting practices with an industry professional tutor on the cinematic surrounds of Cockatoo Island. Receive a copy of selected scenes. Course components Master the technical approach to Screen Acting; unpack eye-line, building a relationship on camera and hitting your mark. Explore... [More]

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Lighting Design

For adults 18 years + Level: Core Techniques Collaborate with a lighting designer. Learn how to use equipment and understand technical procedures. Put ideas and theory into practice by assisting with the design, rig, focus and operation for a presentation in one of NIDA’s performance spaces. Course components Discover the history of theatrical lights and how they can enhance the staging of a production. Utilise colour theory to develop a lighting concept which will assist in the... [More]

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Costume Making

For adults 18+ Level: Applied Techniques Explore costume styles and the realities of costume making through practical exercises. Be inspired to create original costumes. Course components Undertake an exploration of costume styles and be inspired to create your own costume design. Discover how to create your own patterns to bring your costume ideas to life using tailoring techniques. Learn sewing and dress making techniques that are applicable to the creation of theatrical... [More]

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Audition Monologues

For adults 18 years + Level: Core Techniques Gain confidence in the preparation and performance of audition pieces. In particular, develop an understanding of monologues that suit your skills and strengths as a performer. Course components Apply Stanislavski’s technique towards a rigorous self-rehearsal process Select, prepare, rehearse and perform suitable monologues for your casting type. Work alongside an industry expert to master a successful audition piece. Outcomes... [More]

Technical Production

For adults 18+ Level: Core Techniques Behind every show or event is a skilled group of stage managers, lighting, sound and technical effects people. This course provides a practical introduction to the equipment and production processes which allow you to take control behind the scenes. Course components Uncover the technical roles and responsibilities within a theatre environment. Discover the principles of lighting and sound as you participate in practical exercises. Learn WHS... [More]

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Documentary Filmmaking

For adults 18+ Level: Core Techniques An introduction to the fundamentals of documentary filmmaking. Consider the planning, interviewing and script writing stages. Explore how to recreate events and capture the best images for your documentary. Course components Explore the fundamentals of documentary film making in practical explorations. Gain an understanding of effective interview techniques. Identify strong filming techniques that contribute to making an engaging documentary.... [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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Audition Essentials

For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Discover how to get an audition, what kinds of scenes to choose and how to best prepare for the audition process. Course components Discover how to prepare audition scenes and monologues. Participate in a simulated audition process with an industry professional. Gain personalised feedback to improve your audition. Outcomes Ability to select and prepare audition pieces in a professional manner. Effective and consistent audition technique. Industry... [More]

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Set Design Essentials

For adults 18+ Level: Beginner Discover how to create an imaginative world through bold and inventive design choices. Develop skills in set design for the theatre through practical exercises. Course components Explore design principles through practical demonstrations and activities in class. Investigate and analyse a script for the purpose of set design concept development. Learn how to create a concept board and share these ideas with other members of the production team.... [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]

Stanislavski: An Introduction

Sat 20 Jul 10am - 5pm (UTC+10:00) 1 day, 6.2 hours total

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 20 Jul 2024	10am - 1pm (UTC+10:00)	NIDA Kensington, Sydney
Sat 20 Jul 2024	1:45pm - 5pm (UTC+10:00)	NIDA Kensington, Sydney

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