Staff and methods
The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) is a centre of excellence in theatre, film and television. NIDA develops its knowledge, techniques, and educational philosophies from its Higher Education programs to create unique short and part time learning experiences.
The techniques utilised in our teaching are drawn from national and international entertainment and performing arts practice and teaching methodologies. NIDA’s belief in ‘learning-by-doing’ means that students receive specialist tuition with a practical focus.
NIDA’s short and part time courses ensure you get challenging, practice driven training in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Meet the Experts
Tricia Ryan
Head of NIDA Open
Tricia is a passionate advocate for performing arts education and has extensive experience designing and delivering performance-based workshops and programs for children and young people.
Gillian Meisner-Lemon
Senior Program Manager
Gillian is an accomplished theatre director and acting teacher. She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Theatre Directing at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, London as well as a Bachelor of Education (Hons) from Queen’s University, Belfast.
Timothy Potter
Business Manager
Timothy completed a BFA Acting with Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in 2013. Prior to completing the BFA Acting, he studied BFA Drama and worked extensively with Vena Cava Productions also at QUT.
Alison Bennett
Program Manager – Adult Short Courses
Alison is a performer and workshop facilitator who has worked both in Australia and internationally for over 15 years.
Bronwyn Batchelor
Program Manager – Children and Young People
Bronwyn has worked passionately in Theatre for Young People for 30 years.
Daniella Lacob
Program Manager – National Short Courses
Daniella is a professional theatre practitioner and arts educator based in Sydney.