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Imagine yourself. Summer at is a great time to explore your creative potential and indulge your imagination. Whether you are a five-yearold attending your very first drama class or a pre-professional participating in our summer residency program, there is a Open summer experience for everyone at every age or stage. Acting, directing, design, production, musical theatre, filmmaking or writing imagine the possibilities and explore your creative side under the guidance of Australia s best performing arts professionals. Courses for children and young people Courses for adults About Open How to book Want to save? Need help? Stay in touch Explore your creativity with s school holiday program. Designed specifically for children and young people, courses offer a fun and supportive learning environment that unlocks creative potential and builds confidence. Whether you are looking for an opportunity to participate in an intensive skills-focused program, the chance to try something new or simply to have fun, Open adult courses are the perfect choice. Courses run from one day to four weeks across all aspects of the performing arts. has the enviable reputation as Australia s leading institution for dramatic arts education and training. For more than 50 years, we have been a hub for Australia s performing arts sector, bringing leading artists and industry professionals together to develop the next generation of creative leaders. Delivering programs across Australia, Open gives people of all ages and experiences the chance to benefit from s worldrenowned training methods and explore their own creativity through short courses, holiday classes and our intensive part-time studio courses. Enrol online anytime at open.nida.edu.au. Simply select your course, complete your details and pay using a credit card. Book early to receive the 10% earlybird discount on course fees: Sydney December courses: 11 November 2016 Sydney January courses: 2 December 2016 Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth courses: 9 December 2016 Adelaide courses: 16 December 2016 Canberra courses: 23 December 2016 For advice on which course to do, contact the Open team. Call 1300 450 417 between 9am and 5pm weekdays. You can also contact us at open@nida.edu.au. Receive regular updates from the Open team. Subscribe to our newsletter at nida.edu.au/subscribe or join community on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or YouTube.
Open Contents Residencies 4 Short courses Sydney 7 Adelaide 31 COURSES FOR ALL AGES Brisbane 32 Canberra 34 Melbourne 35 Perth 39 2017
SYDNEY COURSES RESIDENCIES YOUNG PEOPLE Young Actors Residency Develop and extend your acting skills within a highly motivated group as you work with industry experts and tutors in an intensive residency course. Young Musical Theatre Residency Develop your performance skills in this intensive program for committed young artists as you collaborate with tutors to meet the demands of musical theatre performance. Week 1 Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Build foundation skills in voice, movement, acting and improvisation. Develop confidence with specific approaches to acting. Be challenged by rehearsing scenes for presentation. Week 1 Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Work with industry experts to develop the three disciplines of acting, dancing and singing. Take inspiration from a range of musical theatre sources and materials. Week 2 Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Develop your screen presence through rehearsing and shooting scripted scenes to camera. Build a practical understanding of the filming process and identify how to work towards industry standards. Mon 9 Fri 20 Jan 11 12 Course $1,190 Earlybird $1,071 Week 2 Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Gain confidence with auditions, practise contemporary styles of song and dance and engage an audience with a studio presentation at the end of the week. Mon 9 Fri 20 Jan 11 12 Course $1,350 Earlybird $1,215 Summer in Sydney Why not spend your summer in Sydney? Immerse yourself in a Residency during the day and take advantage of the best of Sydney during the summer festival season on evenings and weekends. Get a taste of life as a drama student while building a creative community and training in a professional environment. More info at open.nida.edu.au/residencies 4
ADULTS Actors Residency Advanced Actors Residency Musical Theatre Residency SYDNEY Develop your skills within a highly motivated group as you work with industry experts in an intensive residency course. Week 1 Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan Extend your vocal, physical and improvisational techniques in relation to performance. Develop skills towards a secure approach to acting. Week 2 Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Collaborate with a director to rehearse detailed and demanding scenework for presentation. Week 3 Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Develop awareness of your screen presence through building a practical understanding of the filming process. Prepare and film exercises to camera. Week 4 Mon 23 Fri 27 Jan Rehearse and shoot scenes for film and TV and participate in industry standard, simulated screen tests. Receive edited footage from the week s scenework. Tue 3 Fri 20 Jan OR Tue 3 Fri 27 Jan For those who have completed a Residency, or have relevant experience in actor training, this is a great next step. Participate in scene study, ensemble rehearsal process, cold reads, simulated screen tests and a studio presentation of selected scenework. Scripts will be allocated prior to day one and a maximum of 12 students will be accepted per class. Week 1 Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Rehearse challenging scenes with a theatre director, and undertake advanced acting training. Prepare scenes for studio presentation. Week 2 Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Collaborate with an experienced film and television director on a studio set. Scenes will be filmed by a professional camera operator and students receive two edited scenes from the week s work. Mon 9 Fri 20 Jan Course $1,400 Earlybird $1,260 Extend your singing, acting and dancing skills as you collaborate with industry practitioners to build performance technique, rehearse material and explore pathways into the industry. Some experience of singing is required for this course. Week 1 Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Develop a secure approach to acting, prepare choreographed routines and create musical theatre scenes to communicate stories with impact. Week 2 Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Gain confidence with auditions, practise contemporary styles of song and dance and engage an audience with a studio performance at the end of the week. Mon 9 Fri 20 Jan Course $1,350 Earlybird $1,215 3 weeks Course $1,750 Earlybird $1,575 4 weeks Course $2,300 Earlybird $2,070 5
SYDNEY COURSES CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE DEC WEEK 1 7 9 DEC Warts Join us at Warts, School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Create your own wizard or witch character through imaginative role play. Experiment in charms, potions and broomflying as you combat the villain who must not be named. Wed 7 Fri 9 Dec K 2 Course $360 Earlybird $324 Musical Theatre Boot Camp Work with a musical theatre expert to create a short song and story presentation for stage. This is a great way to introduce yourself to the magic of musical theatre and find out just what it takes to become a musical theatre star. Present your song and story to family and Wed 7 Fri 9 Dec 3 6, 7 10 Course $400 Earlybird $360 SYDNEY Wonderland Adventures Discover the amazing world of Alice and the characters she meets on her extraordinary adventures. Create characters using props and costume as you devise your own Wonderland scenes. Don t be late! Acting Boot Camp A fast-paced intensive course for acting recruits: build skills in fundamental acting techniques including improvisation, character development and scenework. Perform scenes for family and Wed 7 Fri 9 Dec K 2 Course $360 Earlybird $324 Wed 7 Fri 9 Dec 7 10 Course $400 Earlybird $360 Auditions and Screen Tests Become confident in how to present yourself to a theatre or screen director, practise auditions for theatre, film and TV. Participate in a mock audition, receive constructive feedback on your audition preparation and technique. Share your performance skills and new found audition confidence in a short presentation for family and Wed 7 Fri 9 Dec 3 6 Course $400 Earlybird $360 Screen Writing 101 Develop your writing skills to tell stories for the screen. Learn about genre, scene construction, character and dialogue within screen context and construct scenes that will come alive when performed. Wed 7 Fri 9 Dec 11 12 Course $400 Earlybird $360 7 Book now and save! Book early to receive the 10% earlybird discount on course fees. Sydney December courses: 11 November 2016 Sydney January courses: 2 December 2016 Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth courses: 9 December 2016 Adelaide courses: 16 December 2016 Canberra courses: 23 December 2016 Enrol online at open.nida.edu.au
SYDNEY COURSES DEC WEEK 2 12 16 DEC Beastly Rhymes Enter the amazing world of wicked fairy tales and extraordinary characters inspired by the stories of Roald Dahl. Use costumes and props to create scenarios inspired by Dahl s fantastic stories and poems. Perform scenes at the end of the course for family and friends. Mon 12 Wed 14 Dec K 2 Course $360 Earlybird $324 Space Travellers: Intergalactic Stories Fly to the moon, swing on a star but beware the black hole! Create intergalactic characters and explore the outer reaches of the universe in an out-of-this-world acting adventure. Devise a short presentation based on the characters you create and present your work to family and Thu 15 Fri 16 Dec K 2 Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 Off-the-Cuff: Improvisation Start with nothing, risk everything and learn how to impress on stage in every moment. Learn fundamental short and long form improvisation skills, improve confidence, explore creative spontaneity and develop fundamental acting skills. Showcase your skills to family and friends in an improvised off-the-cuff presentation at the end of the course. Thu 15 Fri 16 Dec 3 6 Mini Pop Stars Get ready for action as you discover all the moves that make a pop star. Create a character, learn a dance routine and invent your own lyrics to a funky tune. Meet your fans on the final afternoon! Mon 12 Wed 14 Dec K 2 Course $360 Earlybird $324 Drama School A comprehensive course for committed young people. Develop performance skills including improvisation, voice and singing, movement and dance, devising and acting to camera. The week includes a session on auditions and screen tests. Perform scenes at the end of the course for family and friends. Mon 12 Fri 16 Dec 1 2, 3 6, 7 10 Action Hero Ever dreamt about filming a chase scene or acting out the final showdown between the hero and the villain? Whether it s Batman vs Superman or The Avengers, it s the action sequences that keep audiences coming back for more! Explore the technical aspects of starring in an action sequence. Learn a unique stage combat routine and present it to camera. Mon 12 Fri 16 Dec 7 10 League of Superheroes Discover incredible new powers as you create your own superhero to join the League in its battle against evil. Come to the rescue in front of family and friends as you perform in action-packed scenes at the end of the course. Thu 15 Fri 16 Dec K 2 Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 Heroes, Villains and Spies: Screen Acting Get ready for some outrageously fun on-screen antics as you act out scenes from famous hero, villain and spy adventures. Develop skills in acting and characterisation as you rehearse and film scenes to camera. Present live and onscreen scenes at the end of the course to family and friends. Mon 12 Wed 14 Dec 3 6 Course $400 Earlybird $360 Acting 101 Sharpen your performance skills through a comprehensive workshop with a theatre practitioner drawing on acting techniques. Develop key principles of actor training and extend into characterisation and scenework. Interpret, rehearse and present some of the most exciting writing produced for young people today. Mon 12 Fri 16 Dec 11 12 8
JAN WEEK 1 3 6 JAN Elf School Gather round the toad stool to meet the enchanted creatures at the bottom of the garden. Become an elf, fairy or fantastical creature for a day and create your very own magical adventure. Make simple costume pieces from craft materials. Elf School is a fun way to introduce younger school-aged children to a full day Drama School style program at. Fri 6 Jan K 1 9.30am 3.30pm Course $145 Earlybird $130.50 Wonderland Stories @ Chatswood Discover the amazing world of Alice and the characters she meets on her extraordinary adventures. Create characters using props and costume as you devise your own Wonderland scenes. Don t be late! Tue 3 Wed 4 Jan K 2 The Concourse, Chatswood Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 Planet Wars, Awaken the Power: Screen Acting Explore your favourite characters from far away galaxies as you shoot scenes from some of your favourite sci-fi adventure movies. Discover the techniques involved in acting for screen. Showcase your work to family and friends at the end of the course. Tue 3 Thu 5 Jan 3 6 Course $400 Earlybird $360 SYDNEY Beastly Rhymes Enter the amazing world of wicked fairy tales and extraordinary characters inspired by the stories of Roald Dahl. Use costumes and props to create scenarios inspired by Dahl s fantastic stories and poems. Perform scenes at the end of the course for family and friends. Tue 3 Thu 5 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $360 Earlybird $324 Warts @ Chatswood Join us at Warts, School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Create your own wizard or witch character through imaginative role play. Experiment in charms, potions and broom-flying as you combat the villain who must not be named. Thu 5 Fri 6 Jan K 2 The Concourse, Chatswood Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 The Emperor s New Adventures Lose yourself in the wonderful stories of Hans Christian Andersen including The Little Mermaid, The Emperor s New Clothes and The Snow Queen. Work with a acting tutor to explore storytelling and acting techniques as you develop a short theatre performance inspired by your favourite Andersen tales. Tue 3 Wed 4 Jan 3 6 Rainbow s End Explore the colours and stories of the natural world through a creative introduction to design, movement and storytelling. Design craft pieces inspired by the colours of the rainbow, create movement and dance to natural rhythms and music, invent original stories inspired by the world around you. Share your creative adventures with family and friends. Tue 3 Thu 5 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $360 Earlybird $324 Drama School A comprehensive course for committed young people. Develop performance skills including improvisation, voice and singing, movement and dance, devising and acting to camera. The week includes a session on auditions and screen tests. Perform scenes at the end of the course for family and friends. Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan 1 2, 3 6, 7 10 Course $500 Earlybird $450 Musical Theatre Boot Camp @ Chatswood Work with a musical theatre expert to create a short song and story presentation for stage. This is a great way to introduce yourself to the magic of musical theatre and find out just what it takes to become a musical theatre star. Present your song and story presentation to family and Tue 3 Wed 4 Jan 3 6, 7 10 The Concourse, Chatswood Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 9
SYDNEY COURSES Acting for Stage and Screen @ Parramatta Experience the power of voice, movement and improvisation as you rehearse and perform scenes from plays, films and TV. Workshop scenes to camera and perform for family and Wed 4 Fri 6 Jan 3 6, 7 10 Studio 404, Parramatta Course $360 Earlybird $324 Bites Be challenged by a smorgasbord of several drama skills in one day. Be introduced to voice, movement, improvisation and acting skills in a taste test of what has to offer. Fri 6 Jan 3 6, 7 10, 11 12 Course $165 Earlybird $148.50 Wounds, Bruises and Special Effects Discover film, television and theatre make-up secrets. Learn how to make bruises, black eyes, cuts, wounds and missing teeth to make your actors look like they ve been in a fight or injured. This special effects make-up course will give you an insight into industry practice. Tue 3 Wed 4 Jan 7 10 Off-the-Cuff: Improvisation Start with nothing, risk everything and learn how to impress on stage in every moment. Learn fundamental short and long form improvisation skills, improve confidence, explore creative spontaneity and develop fundamental acting skills. Showcase your skills to family and friends in an improvised off-thecuff presentation at the end of the course. Thu 5 Fri 6 Jan 3 6 s Amazing Race Go on an amazing race through various locations across Sydney. Create characters and document their journey using smart phones or mobile devices as you stage and record various challenges, detours, pit-stops and road-blocks. Learn how to create your own mini-episode of s Amazing Race and receive a copy of your work. Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan 7 10 Course $500 Earlybird $450 Close-up: Screen Acting Experience all aspects of acting for film and television. Create detailed characters, learn voice and movement techniques and understand the intricacies of acting for camera in this in-depth exploration of screen performance. Showcase your screen skills to family and Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan 7 10 Course $500 Earlybird $450 Screen Acting Boot Camp @ Chatswood Identify and experience the essentials of screen acting. Build your on-screen confidence as you develop skills in improvisation, character development and script work. Rehearse and present live and recorded scenes to family and Thu 5 Fri 6 Jan 3 6, 11 12 The Concourse, Chatswood Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 Murder Mystery Get ready for some serious super sleuthing. No scripts. Just a real live murder at the party. The mystery is solved by revealing secrets, investigating clues and enacting events. Come in costume and play a character, pursue objectives and build relationships to solve the crime before making your accusations. Who will be the victim? Who will be the murderer? Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan 7 10 Course $500 Earlybird $450 Actors Project Experience the core tenets of actor training. Collaborate with a graduate from the Higher Education program to create voice, movement and devised performance projects. This course results in a presentation demonstrating all three areas to an invited audience including family and friends. Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan 11 12 Course $500 Earlybird $450 10
JAN WEEKEND 1 7 8 JAN Stand-up Comedy Masterclass For the budding comedian: discover and develop skills in stand-up comedy. Write and tell funny stories, use the microphone effectively and make your audience laugh. This course is also excellent for building confidence in front of an audience. Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan 11 12 Course $500 Earlybird $450 Starlight, Star Bright Sing, move and shine in this interactive experience that will entertain and excite the creative minds of the smallest star. Imaginative play exercises designed especially for 2 5 year olds. Sat 7 Jan 10 10.50am 11am 12pm Ages 2 3 years (with parents) 4 5 years (without parents) Course $30 Earlybird $27 Paper Moon: Design and Construction Turn your wildest make-believe into a sculptured reality. Inspired by well-known stories, stage plays and screenplays, learn design and construction techniques to build theatrical sculptures, sets or props from recycled materials. Exhibit your unique theatrical constructions at during the holidays. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan 3 6 SYDNEY Acting Boot Camp A fast-paced intensive course for acting recruits: build skills in fundamental acting techniques including improvisation, character development and scenework. Perform scenes for family and Make-up Design 101 Learn the skills to become a make-up artist by designing and applying make-up and special effects for stage and screen. Be introduced to the tricks of the trade and discover the possibilities of what a little make-up can do. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan 3 6, 7 10, 11 12 Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan 11 12 Musical Theatre Boot Camp Work with a musical theatre expert to create a short song and story presentation for stage. This is a great way to introduce yourself to the magic of musical theatre and find out just what it takes to become a musical theatre star. Present your song and story to family and Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan 3 6, 7 10, 11 12 Writer s Boot Camp Identify and develop the essential skills required to write a short script. Be introduced to fundamental story principles through the practice of writing scenes and create a synopsis for a short stage play. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan 11 12 11
SYDNEY COURSES JAN WEEK 2 9 13 JAN Mini Pop Stars Get ready for action as you discover all the moves that make a pop star. Create a character, learn a dance routine and invent your own lyrics to a funky tune. Meet your fans on the final afternoon! Mon 9 Wed 11 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $360 Earlybird $324 Neverland With a pinch of fairy dust and a handful of courage, follow Peter and Tinkerbell into the wild and wonderful Neverland. Adventure through forests, fly on the wind and save your friends from the clutches of Captain Hook! Create characters and develop original short stories inspired by the adventures of Peter Pan to share with your family and friends. Thu 12 Fri 13 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 Drama School A comprehensive course for committed young people. Develop performance skills including improvisation, voice and singing, movement and dance, devising and acting to camera. The week includes a session on auditions and screen tests. Perform scenes at the end of the course for family and friends. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 1 2, 3 6, 7 10 Warts Join us at Warts, School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Create your own wizard or witch character through imaginative role play. Experiment in charms, potions and broomflying as you combat the villain who must not be named. Mon 9 Wed 11 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $360 Earlybird $324 Space Travellers: Intergalactic Stories Fly to the moon, swing on a star but beware the black hole! Create intergalactic characters and explore the outer reaches of the universe in an out-of-this-world acting adventure. Devise a short presentation based on the characters you create and present your work for family and Thu 12 Fri 13 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 Bites @ Campbelltown Be challenged by a smorgasbord of several drama skills in one day. Be introduced to voice, movement, improvisation and acting skills in a taste test of what has to offer. Tue 10 Jan 1 2, 3 6 Campbelltown Arts Centre Course $145 Earlybird $130.50 Snow Queen and Slippers: Mini Musical @ Chatswood Sing, move and shine like a star in a mini musical adventure. Learn songs from popular film and stage musicals including Frozen, Cinderella or Mary Poppins. Create simple movement routines and develop characters inspired by the musical stories. Mon 9 Wed 11 Jan K 2 The Concourse, Chatswood Course $360 Earlybird $324 Beastly Rhymes @ Chatswood Enter the amazing world of wicked fairy tales and extraordinary characters inspired by the stories of Roald Dahl. Use costumes and props to create scenarios inspired by Dahl s fantastic stories and poems. Perform scenes at the end of the course for family and friends. Thu 12 Fri 13 Jan K 2 The Concourse, Chatswood Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 Miracle and Rhyme: Musical Theatre The stories of Roald Dahl have inspired some of the most fabulous children s musicals of all time including Matilda and Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. Join a musical theatre expert as we rehearse and recreate the revolting, amazing and inspiring stories of Roald Dahl on stage in music and song. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 3 6 12
Warts: Screen Acting Welcome to Warts, School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (and Acting). Develop your own witch or wizard character, explore acting techniques and character development, and work with well-known scripts from popular films. This course includes a session with green screen technology. Mon 9 Wed 11 Jan 3 6 Course $400 Earlybird $360 Screen Acting Boot Camp @ Campbelltown Identify and experience the essentials of screen acting. Build your on-screen confidence as you develop skills in improvisation, character development and script work. Rehearse and present live and recorded scenes for family and Wed 11 Thu 12 Jan 3 6, 7 10 Campbelltown Arts Centre Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 Alter-Reality: Filmmaking Make the world of your wildest dreams come to life. Inspired by popular computer games and films such as Clash of Clans or Tomorrowland, work with a expert to turn your original story into a short film. Be introduced to all the elements of filmmaking including creative development, directing, acting and basic editing. Receive a copy of your film. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 4 6 SYDNEY Drama School @ Chatswood A comprehensive course for committed young people. Develop performance skills including improvisation, voice and movement, devising, acting and rehearsing scenes. Perform scenes at the end of the week for family and friends. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 3 6, 7 10 The Concourse, Chatswood Course $550 Earlybird $495 Shake It Up All the world s a stage discover the world of the most popular English language playwright of all time, William Shakespeare. Learn poems, recite monologues and harness the lyrical language and dramatic brilliance that has kept Shakespeare s audiences entranced for centuries. Work on both original and modern adaptations of Shakespeare s plays Thu 12 Fri 13 Jan 3 6 Action Hero Ever dreamt about filming a chase scene or acting out the final showdown between the hero and the villain? Whether it s Batman vs Superman or The Avengers, it s the action sequences that keep audiences coming back for more! Explore the technical aspects of starring in an action sequence. Learn a unique stage combat routine and present it to camera. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 7 10 Screen Acting Boot Camp @ Rouse Hill Identify and experience the essentials of screen acting. Build your on-screen confidence as you develop skills in improvisation, character development and script work. Rehearse and present live and recorded scenes for family and Tue 10 Thu 12 Jan 3 6, 7 10, 11 12 Rouse Hill Community Centre Course $360 Earlybird $324 The Peach Factory Riddle, fly and rhyme your way through Roald Dahl s most famous stories adapted for the stage including James and the Giant Peach, Fantastic Mr Fox and Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Be introduced to acting and voice techniques for live performance and rehearse scenes from your favourite Roald Dahl stage plays. Thu 12 Fri 13 Jan 3 6 Found Footage: Horror Filmmaking With your fellow filmmakers, create your very own paranormal found-footage documentary under the guidance of a expert. Employ elements of collage and documentary filmmaking as well as hand-held and point-of-view shooting. Explore creative development, directing, acting and basic editing. Receive a copy of your film to terrify your friends. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 7 10 13
SYDNEY COURSES Musical Theatre School This is a comprehensive course for committed young people with a passion for singing, acting and dancing. Collaborate with a singing tutor and choreographer to develop a solo and ensemble performance of popular musical theatre works. Present your work for your family and friends at the end of the course. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 7 10 JAN WEEKEND 2 14 15 JAN Picture This Put yourself in the picture and bring to life a favourite picture book story from this year s National Book Week Shortlist. Use your body and voice in a creative play inspired by the story. Sat 14 Jan 10 10.50am 11am 12pm Course $30 Earlybird $27 Ages 2 3 years (with parents) 4 5 years (without parents) Writer s Boot Camp Identify and understand the essential skills required to write a short script. Be introduced to fundamental script writing techniques, understand character and narrative development and create a synopsis for a short stage play. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan 3 6, 7 10 Acting 101 Sharpen your performance skills through a comprehensive workshop with a theatre practitioner drawing on acting techniques. Develop key principles of actor training and extend into characterisation and scenework. Interpret, rehearse and present some of the most exciting writing produced for young people today. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 11 12 National News: TV Presenting Present breaking news stories from around the country. Learn what it takes to be a TV presenter, develop your own news stories and present them to camera. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan 3 6 Wounds, Bruises and Special Effects Discover film, television and theatre make-up secrets. Learn how to make bruises, black eyes, cuts, wounds and missing teeth to make your actors look like they ve been in a fight or injured. This special effects make-up course will give you an insight into industry practice. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan 7 10 Screen Actors Society Engage in scenework from iconic US films that explore the journey of self-discovery from teens to adulthood. Apply acting techniques to scenes from films such as Almost Famous and The Fault in Our Stars under the direction of a tutor and accent coach. Showcase your work to family and friends. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 11 12 Screen Acting Boot Camp Identify and experience the essentials of screen acting. Build your on-screen confidence as you develop skills in improvisation, character development and script work. Rehearse and present live and recorded scenes for family and Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan 3 6, 7 10, 11 12 Set Design 101 Learn the basics of how to develop design ideas for stage and screen. Using model boxes and simple prop construction techniques, explore set design fundamentals in a practical context. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan 11 12 14
JAN WEEK 3 16 20 JAN In the Picture Fight dragons, hide treasure or be the princess at the ball in this exciting introduction to acting for stage and screen. Become your favourite movie or TV character then collaborate with your friends to create new adventures, stories and scenes to share with an audience. Practise presenting these scenes both live and in front of a camera. Mon 16 Wed 18 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $360 Earlybird $324 Storybook City Follow the yellow brick road to Storybook City and bring to life your favourite character adventures. Develop your own storybook character, create, rehearse and present scenes to family and Thu 19 Fri 20 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 Spoonful of Sugar: Musical Theatre Sing from the rooftops of Edwardian London in this exciting, introduction to the world of musical theatre. Work with musical theatre experts to learn songs from Mary Poppins. Develop scenework and movement routines to create a short but sweet performance for family and Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 3 6 SYDNEY Snow Queen and Slippers: Mini Musical Sing, move and shine like a star in a mini musical adventure. Learn songs from popular film and stage musicals including Frozen, Cinderella or Mary Poppins. Create simple movement routines and develop characters inspired by the musical stories. Mon 16 Wed 18 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $360 Earlybird $324 Drama School A comprehensive course for committed young people. Develop performance skills including improvisation, voice and singing, movement and dance, devising and acting to camera. The week includes a session on auditions and screen tests. Perform scenes at the end of the course for family and friends. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 1 2, 3 6, 7 10 s Musical Theatre Boot Camp @ Mosman Work with a musical theatre expert to create a short song and story presentation for stage. This is a great way to introduce yourself to the magic of musical theatre and find out just what it takes to become a musical theatre star. Present your song and story to family and Tue 17 Thu 19 Jan 3 6 Mosman Art Gallery Course $360 Earlybird $324 Ninjas After years of fighting the Empress is desperate for peace. Only the greatest Ninjas can help! Discover how to move like a Ninja and work as a team to rescue the empire. Become your favourite character from the Empress court and create scenes to perform for friends and family. Thu 19 Fri 20 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 Reel Life: Mockumentary Making Inspired by popular TV shows like Modern Family, The Office and Summer Heights High, create your own mockumentary with the team. Develop a unique character, create original scenes and experience green screen technology. Perform short scenes for family and Mon 16 Wed 18 Jan 3 6 Course $400 Earlybird $360 Screen Acting Boot Camp @ Wollongong Identify and experience the essentials of screen acting. Build your on-screen confidence as you develop skills in improvisation, character development and script work. Rehearse and present live and recorded scenes to family and Tue 17 Thu 19 Jan 3 6, 7 10 Wollongong Art Gallery Course $360 Earlybird $324 15
SYDNEY COURSES Space Travellers: Intergalactic Adventures Fly to the moon, swing on a star but beware the black hole! Create intergalactic characters and explore the outer reaches of the universe in an out-of-this-world acting adventure. Devise scenes based on the characters you create and present your work to family and friends at the end of the course. Thu 19 Fri 20 Jan 3 6 Hitting Your Mark: Screen Acting Whether you are in Home & Away or The Avengers, one of the most important skills is being able to hit your mark. Explore working with scripts from television and film, acting in high-stakes situations while maintaining the ability to master positions and props with precision. The Games: Filmmaking @ Cockatoo Island Using popular post-apocalyptic fiction such as The Giver, Divergent and The Hunger Games as inspiration, work with a mentor filmmaker to develop original characters and scenework into a short film concept. Receive a copy of your film. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 7 10, 11 12 Cockatoo Island Course $550 Earlybird $495 Film School Production Lights, camera, action! Experience training in scene direction and screen acting by considering what makes a great story or performance on-screen. Develop skills in screen language, framing and shot sizes, storytelling, time manipulation, lighting, sound and editing. Receive a copy of your short film. HSC Drama Performance Broaden your understanding of performance styles and develop improvisation, acting and devising techniques. The focus is on how best to communicate as a performer to an audience in both the group and individual performance. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan HSC Drama students Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 7 10 Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 11 12 On Pitch: Musical Theatre Get on pitch in this fast-paced introduction to acting and ensemble singing for live performance. Inspired by film and TV shows such as Pitch Perfect and Glee, work with a musical theatre expert on contemporary songs both accompanied and a cappella. Wow your family and friends with a showcase. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 7 10 Action Hero Ever dreamt about filming a chase scene or acting out the final showdown between the hero and the villain? Whether it s Batman vs Superman or The Avengers, it s the action sequences that keep audiences coming back for more! Explore the technical aspects of starring in an action sequence. Learn a unique stage combat routine and present it to camera. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 11 12 16
JAN WEEKEND 3 21 22 JAN Sound Around Shhh... listen very closely, what can you hear? Discover the world around us through story, sound and song. Use your voice and your body in this exciting introduction to Creative Play. Sat 21 Jan 10 10.50am 11am 12pm Course $30 Earlybird $27 Ages 2 3 years (with parents) 4 5 years (without parents) Acting Boot Camp A fast-paced intensive course for acting recruits: build skills in fundamental acting techniques including improvisation, character development and scenework. Perform scenes for family and Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 3 6, 7 10 Costume and Design Challenge Your mission is to design and create a theatrical costume for a character of your own choosing. Learn contemporary design techniques and amazing ways of creating costume using recycled clothing and non-traditional fabrics. Present your costumed character to family and Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 7 10 SYDNEY Jungle School In the deepest jungle live the most wonderful creatures. Are you a lion or a monkey, a cheetah or a zebra? Create your own animal character, make costume pieces from craft materials then go on an acting adventure to discover the depths of the jungle. Jungle School is a fun way to introduce younger school aged children to a full-day Drama School style program at. Sun 22 Jan K 1 Course $145 Earlybird $130.50 Auditions and Screen Tests Become confident in how to present yourself to a theatre or screen director, practise auditions for theatre, film and TV. Participate in a mock audition, receive constructive feedback on your audition preparation and technique. Share your performance skills and new found audition confidence in a short presentation for family and Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 3 6, 7 10, 11 12 Film Editing Discover the industry secrets of film editing as you learn how to construct a narrative through moving images and the application of editing techniques. Using Final Cut Pro, practise the skills that ensure your film projects will stand out from the rest. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 7 10 Bites Be challenged by a smorgasbord of several drama skills in one day. Be introduced to voice, movement, improvisation and acting skills in a taste test of what has to offer. Sat 21 Jan 1 2, 3 6, 7 10 Course $165 Earlybird $148.50 Blisters, Bumps and Bruises: Make-up and SFX Learn the secrets of horror and special effects make-up to fool your friends and scare your family silly! Create a character inspired by popular film and TV icons, then work with a expert to create a make-up design for your character that includes fake blood, bruises and blisters galore. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 3 6 Costume Design 101 An introduction to the principles of creating costumes for stage and screen. Develop original design ideas through practical exercises with a tutor to develop your skills and visual understanding. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 11 12 17
SYDNEY COURSES Film Editing 101 Discover the secrets of film editing and learn how to construct a story through moving images using timing, pace and drama. Using editing software Final Cut Pro 10, learn how to ensure your film projects stand out from the rest. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 11 12 JAN WEEK 4 23 27 JAN League of Superheroes Discover incredible new powers as you create your own superhero to join the League in its battle against evil. Come to the rescue in front of family and friends as you perform in action-packed scenes at the end of the course. Mon 23 Wed 25 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $360 Earlybird $324 Heroes, Villains and Spies: Screen Acting Get ready for some outrageously fun on-screen antics as you act out scenes from famous hero, villain and spy adventures. Develop skills in acting and characterisation as you rehearse and film scenes to camera. Mon 23 Wed 25 Jan 3 6 Course $400 Earlybird $360 TV Presenting 101 Build vocal and physical presence as you explore interview techniques and present lifestyle pieces to camera. Develop your onscreen persona in this practical exploration of TV presenting. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 11 12 Mini Pop Stars Get ready for action as you discover all the moves that make a pop star. Create a character, learn a dance routine and invent your own lyrics to a funky tune. Meet your fans on the final afternoon! Mon 23 Wed 25 Jan K 2 9.30am 3.30pm Course $360 Earlybird $324 Wonderland Adventures Discover the amazing world of Alice and the characters she meets on her extraordinary adventures. Create characters using props and costume as you devise your own Wonderland scenes. This course includes a session with green screen technology. Don t be late! Mon 23 Wed 25 Jan 3 6 9.30am 5pm Course $400 Earlybird $360 Food Fight: TV Presenting Compete for TV kitchen supremacy! Inspired by popular TV cooking shows, develop an on-screen character, invent the silliest and strangest recipes, then work with experts to create your fantasy TV cooking challenge and develop real TV presenting skills. No cooking skills required: this could get messy! Mon 23 Wed 25 Jan 3 6 Course $400 Earlybird $360 Off-the-Cuff: Improvisation Start with nothing, risk everything and learn how to impress on stage in every moment. Learn fundamental short and long form improvisation skills, improve confidence, explore creative spontaneity and develop fundamental acting skills. Showcase your skills to family and friends in an improvised off-the-cuff presentation at the end of the course. Mon 23 Wed 25 Jan 7 10 Course $400 Earlybird $360 18
Screen Acting Boot Camp Identify and experience the essentials of screen acting. Build your on-screen confidence as you develop skills in improvisation, character development and script work. Rehearse and present live and recorded scenes to family and Need help? Need advice on which course to do? Our Open team is here to help. Call 1300 450 417 between 9am and 5pm AEDT weekdays. You can also contact us at open.nida.edu.au SYDNEY Mon 23 Wed 25 Jan 7 10, 11 12 Course $400 Earlybird $360 19
SYDNEY COURSES ADULTS DEC WEEK 1 5 9 DEC DEC WEEKEND 1 10 11 DEC Acting Techniques Explore and apply acting techniques in a variety of contexts. Develop skills in voice and movement, and explore spontaneity and characterisation. Respond to text, work collaboratively and develop a specific approach in developing your performance skills. Mon 5 Fri 9 Dec Acting: An Introduction Through practical activities, discover the fundamental skills required for acting. Identify how to create character and how to respond effectively to other performers. Sat 10 Dec Course $165 Earlybird $148.50 Masterclass: Voice This is an intensive one-day course for actors looking to upskill and consolidate their vocal technique. Sat 10 Dec Course $165 Earlybird $148.50 SYDNEY Improvisation Techniques Enhance your creativity by applying the principles of improvisation including accepting and extending offers, responding authentically to an audience and following a spontaneous impulse. Discover how to perform long and short form improvisation like a professional whilst building your confidence and having fun. Mon 5 Fri 9 Dec Course Bite: Creating a Concept So you ve got some great ideas for a play production? Discover how to develop your content into a concept proposal in order bring your great idea one step closer to reality. Sat 10 Dec 10am 1pm Course $70 Earlybird $63 TV Presenting Techniques Develop screen presence and the multiplicity of skills required to communicate to a television audience. Build confidence with interview techniques for lifestyle, chat shows and magazine programs. Create a range of scripted and non-scripted segments for the studio and on location. Review your work and receive expert feedback. Mon 5 Fri 9 Dec Course Bite: Dramaturgy Explore and develop an understanding of the context in which a play resides and how this information is interpreted on the rehearsal room floor. Discover how dramaturgs serve an integral part of the creative process. Sat 10 Dec 2 5pm How to choose your course Beginner courses B : These courses will teach you skills to build fundamental techniques. No previous training is required. Intermediate courses I : These courses will extend your skills to develop and apply existing techniques. Previous training is required. Course $70 Earlybird $63 21
SYDNEY COURSES DEC WEEK 2 12 16 DEC Screen Acting Techniques Develop an understanding of screen acting techniques and explore their application to short scenes from contemporary film and television. Discover your on-screen presence and gain confidence in performing truthfully on camera. Mon 12 Fri 16 Dec JAN WEEK 1 3 6 JAN Acting Techniques Explore and apply acting techniques in a variety of contexts. Develop skills in voice and movement, and explore spontaneity and characterisation. Respond to text, work collaboratively and develop a specific approach in developing your performance skills. Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan Course $500 Earlybird $450 Directing for Screen Explore the processes of directing for screen. Learn how to create a concept and tell a story visually. Gain an understanding of how to articulate your ideas to the various members of the production team involved in realising your ideas. Develop camera skills and workshop the practical interplay of story, design and performance on-screen. Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan Course $500 Earlybird $450 Stand-up Comedy Discover and develop skills in stand-up comedy. Explore slapstick, clowning and the double act. Write and tell funny stories, use the microphone effectively and make your audience laugh! This course is excellent for building confidence in front of an audience. Mon 12 Fri 16 Dec The Broadway Musical Explore the canon of Broadway musicals. Develop the vocal, acting and movement skills required to give a dynamic musical theatre performance both as a solo and ensemble performer. Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan Course $500 Earlybird $450 Producing for Stage and Screen A comprehensive exploration of what is required to be a successful producer. Understand the producer s role including funding applications, budgets, production scheduling, cast and crew management and marketing. Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan Course $500 Earlybird $450 Technical Production 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. Mon 12 Fri 16 Dec Design for the Theatre How do you create an imaginative world through set and costume design? Gain an overview as you explore creative and inspired design ideas through practical exercises. Pitch your final theatrical design project to an audience and gain valuable feedback from an industry expert. Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan Course $500 Earlybird $450 Props Making Design, sculpt, mould and dress props for use in either stage or film. Create projects such as realistic severed limbs and futuristic alien artefacts. Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan Course $500 Earlybird $450 22
JAN WEEKEND 1 7 8 JAN A Question of Character Engage in an in-depth exploration of the tools actors use to portray fictional characters without sacrificing truth. Explore the notions of observation, mimicry, psychology, physicality and imagination as you are guided by an industry expert to recreate the inner life of a character. Tue 3 Fri 6 Jan Acting: An Introduction Through practical activities, discover the fundamental skills required for acting. Identify how to create character and how to respond effectively to other performers. Sun 8 Jan Screen Acting Essentials Develop screen presence and acting skills for rehearsing and performing scenes to camera. Be filmed in short scenes from film and television drama. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan SYDNEY Course $500 Earlybird $450 Course $165 Earlybird $148.50 I m Ready for My Close-up: Screen Acting for People with Intellectual Disabilities Discover acting techniques for screen. Create detailed characters, explore voice and movement and understand the intricacies of acting for camera. Showcase your skills at the end of the course. Sun 8 Jan Course $165 Earlybird $148.50 Screen Acting Essentials @ Chatswood Develop screen presence and acting skills for rehearsing and performing scenes to camera. Be filmed in short scenes from film and television drama. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan The Concourse, Chatswood Acting Essentials Develop core acting skills including improvisation, voice and movement. Gain confidence rehearsing and performing short scenes. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan Voice Essentials @ Chatswood Learn how the voice works to release its power in performance. Explore a variety of texts to develop your vocal clarity and impact. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan The Concourse, Chatswood 23
SYDNEY COURSES Stand-up Essentials @ Chatswood 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. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan The Concourse, Chatswood Stage Management Essentials The stage manager is the vital link between the artistic and logistic elements of a live production. Develop production skills to communicate effectively with cast and crew and learn methods for scheduling, running rehearsals and calling a show. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan JAN WEEK 2 9 13 JAN Screen Acting Techniques Develop an understanding of screen acting techniques and explore their application to short scenes from contemporary film and television. Discover your on-screen presence and gain confidence in performing truthfully on camera. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Directing Essentials Learn how to create a director s concept that communicates your interpretation of the play and unifies the elements of a production. Understand the processes of preparing for rehearsal and the relationship of story, design and performance. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan Dramatic Writing Essentials Discover what makes effective characterisation and a good plot. Stretch your imagination and learn how to create original scripts. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan Stand-up Comedy Discover and develop skills in stand-up comedy. Explore slapstick, clowning and the double act. Write and tell funny stories, use the microphone effectively and make your audience laugh! This course is excellent for building confidence in front of an audience. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Make-up Essentials Practise designing and applying make-up and special effects for stage and screen. Sat 7 Sun 8 Jan Masterclass: Meisner Utilise techniques made famous by Sanford Meisner whether as a director, teacher or performer. Through repetition exercises, imaginative preparation and action playing, you will learn how to be truthful and in the moment while forming strong connections between performers. Sat 7 Jan Course $165 Earlybird $148.50 Lighting Design 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 s performance spaces. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 24
JAN WEEKEND 2 14 15 JAN Documentary Filmmaking 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. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Faking It This course is for actors wishing to find truthful entry points into heightened physical and emotional states. Whether it be playing drunk, tackling fight scenes or expressing grief, this is a detailed exploration of how physical impulses can trigger imaginative and truthful connections. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Voice: An Introduction Spend a day focusing on this essential instrument for the actor. Explore breath and the tools for healthy voice projection. Workshop the application of these techniques to text. Sat 14 Jan Course $165 Earlybird $148.50 SYDNEY Writing for the Stage Develop the craft of writing for theatre. Build your ability to use structure, style and narrative. Explore the ways in which character and dialogue support ideas. Identify your voice and create original work that resonates with an audience. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Acting Essentials @ Chatswood Develop core acting skills including improvisation, voice and movement. Gain confidence rehearsing and performing short scenes. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan The Concourse Chatswood Acting Techniques 2 Designed for those who have completed a Acting Techniques course or have relevant experience, this course focuses on in-depth character and scene analysis. Undertake challenging acting exercises to develop emotional truth and perform complex scenes with confidence. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Screen Acting Essentials Develop screen presence and acting skills for rehearsing and performing scenes to camera. Be filmed in short scenes from film and television drama. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan 25
SYDNEY COURSES Improvisation Essentials 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. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan Set Design Essentials Discover how to create an imaginative world through bold and inventive design choices. Develop skills in set design for the theatre through practical exercises. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan Dramatic Writing Essentials @ Chatswood Discover what makes effective characterisation and a good plot. Stretch your imagination and learn how to create original scripts. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan The Concourse Chatswood Voice-overs Essentials 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 you ready yourself for quality, industrystandard performances. Editing Essentials Collaborate with an industry professional to shoot footage and discover how to utilise Final Cut Pro to professional standards on your film projects. Learn the editing fundamentals to construct story through moving images using timing, pace and drama. Masterclass: Stanislavski Workshop Stanislavski s methods in this practical fast-paced and 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. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan Sun 15 Jan Course $165 Earlybird $148.50 Stand-up Essentials 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. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan TV Presenting Essentials @ Chatswood Develop a presentation persona as you practise on-camera techniques and build vocal and physical presence. Explore interview techniques and present lifestyle pieces to camera. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan The Concourse, Chatswood 26
JAN WEEK 3 16 20 JAN Acting Techniques Explore and apply acting techniques in a variety of contexts. Develop skills in voice and movement, and explore spontaneity and characterisation. Respond to text, work collaboratively and develop a specific approach in developing your performance skills. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Making a Short Film Explore the short film format and learn about the common pitfalls of making shorts. Identify production roles, know your equipment and develop skills in visual storytelling using music, sound and lighting to maximise impact. Receive a copy of the short film. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan The Total Actor A good actor is master of one technique, a great actor is master of many. Undergo intensive practice in different approaches to constructing a performance: Stanislavski System, Laban, Meisner, Viewpoints and more. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan SYDNEY Costume Making Explore costume styles and the realities of costume making through practical exercises. Be inspired to create original costumes. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Writing for the Screen Explore the unique medium of storytelling for screen. Practise skills in script writing and create drama through structure, dialogue and character. Consider industry requirements for formats and styles from feature films to television series. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Directing Actors for the Stage Under the supervision of a professional director, work with -trained actors to investigate a variety of methods by which to explore text and elicit outstanding performances. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Screen Acting Techniques 2 For students who have completed a Screen Acting Techniques course or have relevant experience. Develop skills that enable you to deliver a truthful and specific screen performance. Employ direction to develop convincing on-screen relationships in dynamic scenework. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 27
SYDNEY COURSES JAN WEEKEND 3 21 22 JAN Acting: An Introduction Through practical activities, discover the fundamental skills required for acting. Identify how to create character and how to respond effectively to other performers. Costume Design Essentials Develop original character designs for stage or screen with practical exercises that build skills and inspire visual excellence as a storyteller and collaborator. Screen Writing Essentials Identify the components for telling a story for the screen. Develop a practical understanding of genre, scene construction, character and dialogue. Sun 22 Jan Course $165 Earlybird $148.50 Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan Acting Essentials Develop core acting skills including improvisation, voice and movement. Gain confidence rehearsing and performing short scenes. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan Sound Essentials Create soundscapes for live performance using music and effects. Experiment and explore the use of live and recorded sounds. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan Masterclass: Suzuki Harness your energy in a one day intensive of this theatre discipline that focuses on physical rigour to elicit powerful and compelling performances from actors. Sat 21 Jan Course $165 Earlybird $148.50 Musical Theatre Essentials Explore the essentials of acting and singing in musical theatre. Work with a director to develop a solo or duet musical theatre performance. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan TV Presenting Essentials Develop a presentation persona as you practise on-camera techniques and build vocal and physical presence. Explore interview techniques and present lifestyle pieces to camera. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 28
JAN WEEK 4 23 27 JAN Every Word Extend your range as an actor as you explore the heightened language of playwrights from classical and contemporary repertoire. From Shakespeare to Brecht to Berkoff, develop the skills to tackle the challenges of rhythmic constructs, choral speaking, soliloquies and theatrically powerful scenes. SYDNEY Mon 23 Fri 27 Jan Script Writing Have you had an idea for a story but don t know how to create it? Develop your ideas and create characters, plot, dialogue and tension. Hear your script read aloud and receive feedback from an expert. Mon 23 Fri 27 Jan Ready for more? Develop your skills even further with s 6 or 12 months intensive part-time studio courses. Auditions and interviews are offered in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne in early December 2016 and January 2017. Courses commence in late January/early February. Full details at nida.edu.au/studios 29
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ADELAIDE COURSES CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE ADULTS Beginner course Drama School A comprehensive course for committed young people. Develop performance skills including improvisation, voice and movement, devising, acting and rehearsing scenes. Perform scenes at the end of the week for family and friends. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 4 7, 8 10 Wilderness School, Adelaide Auditions and Screen Tests Become confident in how to present yourself to a director by practising auditions for theatre, film and TV. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 11 12 Wilderness School, Adelaide Earlybird $293 Acting Techniques Explore and apply Acting Techniques in a variety of contexts. Develop skills in voice and movement, and explore spontaneity and characterisation. Respond to text, work collaboratively and develop a specific approach in developing your performance skills. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Wilderness School, Adelaide ADELAIDE Actors Project Experience the core tenets of actor training. Collaborate with a graduate from the Higher Education program to create voice, movement and devised performance projects. This course results in a presentation demonstrating all three areas to an invited audience including family and friends. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 11 12 Screen Acting Essentials Develop screen presence and acting skills for rehearsing and performing scenes to camera. Be filmed in short scenes from film and television drama. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan Wilderness School, Adelaide Wilderness School, Adelaide Earlybird $293 Acting Boot Camp A fast-paced intensive course for acting recruits: build skills in fundamental acting techniques including improvisation, character development and scenework. Perform scenes for family and Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 4 7, 8 10 Wilderness School, Adelaide Earlybird $293 31
BRISBANE COURSES CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE The Snow Queen and the Emperor: Musical Theatre The children s stories of Hans Christian Anderson have inspired some of the greatest theatre and film musicals of all time including The Little Mermaid, The Emperor s New Clothes and Frozen. Work with singing, dance and acting tutors to develop a short music theatre performance of your favourite musicals. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 3 6 TAFE Brisbane Hitting Your Mark: Screen Acting Whether you are in Home & Away or The Avengers, one of the most important skills is being able to hit your mark. Explore working with scripts from television and film, acting in high-stakes situations while maintaining the ability to master positions and props with precision. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 7 10 TAFE Brisbane Acting Boot Camp A fast-paced intensive course for acting recruits: build skills in fundamental acting techniques including improvisation, character development and scenework. Perform scenes for family and Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan 3 6, 7 10, 11 12 TAFE Brisbane Drama School A comprehensive course for committed young people. Develop performance skills including improvisation, voice and movement, devising, acting and rehearsing scenes. Perform scenes at the end of the week for family and friends. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 3 6, 7 10 TAFE Brisbane Screen Acting Boot Camp Identify and experience the essentials of screen acting. Build your on-screen confidence as you develop skills in improvisation, character development and script work. Rehearse and present live and recorded scenes for family and Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 3 6, 7 10 TAFE Brisbane Auditions and Screen Tests Become confident in how to present yourself to a director by practising auditions for theatre, film and TV. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 11 12 TAFE Brisbane Screen Actors Society Engage in scenework from iconic US films that explore the journey of self-discovery from teens to adulthood. Apply acting techniques to scenes from films such as Almost Famous and The Fault in Our Stars under the direction of a tutor and accent coach. Showcase your work to family and friends. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 11 12 TAFE Brisbane Acting 101 Sharpen your performance skills through a comprehensive workshop with a theatre practitioner drawing on acting techniques. Develop key principles of actor training and extend into characterisation and scenework. Interpret, rehearse and present some of the most exciting writing produced for young people today. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 11 12 TAFE Brisbane 32
ADULTS Beginner course Acting Techniques Explore and apply acting techniques in a variety of contexts. Develop skills in voice and movement, and explore spontaneity and characterisation. Respond to text, work collaboratively and develop a specific approach in developing your performance skills. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Acting Essentials Develop core acting skills including improvisation, voice and movement. Gain confidence rehearsing and performing short scenes. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan TAFE Brisbane Stay in touch Receive regular updates from the Open team. Subscribe to our newsletter at open.nida.edu.au/subscribe or join the community on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or YouTube. BRISBANE TAFE Brisbane TV Presenting Essentials Develop a presentation persona as you practise on-camera techniques and build vocal and physical presence. Explore interview techniques and present lifestyle pieces to camera. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan TAFE Brisbane Screen Acting Techniques Develop an understanding of screen acting techniques and explore their application to short scenes from contemporary film and television. Discover your on-screen presence and gain confidence in performing truthfully on camera. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan TAFE Brisbane 33
CANBERRA COURSES CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE Drama School A comprehensive course for committed young people. Develop performance skills including improvisation, voice and movement, devising, acting and rehearsing scenes. Perform scenes at the end of the week for family and friends. Mon 23 Fri 27 Jan 3 6, 7 10 The Street Theatre, Canberra Auditions and Screen Tests Become confident in how to present yourself to a director by practising auditions for theatre, film and TV. Sat 28 Sun 29 Jan 11 12 The Street Theatre, Canberra ADULTS Beginner course Screen Acting Techniques Develop an understanding of screen acting techniques and explore their application to short scenes from contemporary film and television. Discover your on-screen presence and gain confidence in performing truthfully on camera. Mon 23 Fri 27 Jan The Street Theatre, Canberra Acting 101 Sharpen your performance skills through a comprehensive workshop with a theatre practitioner drawing on acting techniques. Develop key principles of actor training and extend into characterisation and scenework. Interpret, rehearse and present some of the most exciting writing produced for young people today. Mon 23 Fri 27 Jan 11 12 The Street Theatre, Canberra Acting Essentials Develop core acting skills including improvisation, voice and movement. Gain confidence rehearsing and performing short scenes. Sat 28 Sun 29 Jan The Street Theatre, Canberra Screen Acting Boot Camp Identify and experience the essentials of screen acting. Build your on-screen confidence as you develop skills in improvisation, character development and script work. Rehearse and present live and recorded scenes for family and Sat 28 Sat 29 Jan 3 6, 7 10 The Street Theatre, Canberra Directing Essentials Learn how to create a director s concept that communicates your interpretation of the play and unifies the elements of a production. Understand the processes of preparing for rehearsal and the relationship of story, design and performance. Sat 28 Sun 29 Jan The Street Theatre, Canberra 34
MELBOURNE COURSES CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE Mini Pop Stars Get ready for action as you discover all the moves that make a pop star. Create a character, learn a dance routine and invent your own lyrics to a funky tune. Meet your fans on the final afternoon! Mon 9 Wed 11 Jan K 2 Wesley College, Melbourne Course $360 Earlybird $324 Screen Acting Boot Camp Identify and experience the essentials of screen acting. Build your on-screen confidence as you develop skills in improvisation, character development and script work. Rehearse and present live and recorded scenes for family and Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan 3 6, 7 10, 11 12 Wesley College, Melbourne The Peach Factory Riddle, fly and rhyme your way through Roald Dahl s most famous stories adapted for the stage including James and the Giant Peach, Fantastic Mr Fox and Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Be introduced to acting and voice techniques for live performance and rehearse scenes from your favourite Roald Dahl stage plays. Thu 19 Fri 20 Jan 3 6 Wesley College, Melbourne CANBERRA & MELBOURNE Ninjas After years of fighting the Empress is desperate for peace. Only the greatest ninjas can help! Discover how to move like a ninja and work as a team to rescue the empire. Become your favourite character from the Empress court and create scenes to perform for friends and family. Thu 12 Fri 13 Jan K 2 Wesley College, Melbourne Course $265 Earlybird $238.50 Drama School A comprehensive course for committed young people. Develop performance skills including improvisation, voice and movement, devising, acting and rehearsing scenes. Perform scenes at the end of the week for family and friends. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 3 6, 7 10 Wesley College, Melbourne Ghouls, Ghosts and Goblins: Screen Acting Get ready for freaky fun and meet the creatures that go bump in the night! Explore screen acting techniques, improvisation and character development. Work with well-known scripts from ghoulish films such as Casper and Coraline. This course includes a session with green screen technology. Mon 16 Wed 18 Jan 3 6 Wesley College, Melbourne Course $400 Earlybird $360 Miracle and Rhyme: Musical Theatre The stories of Roald Dahl have inspired some of the most fabulous children s musicals of all time including Matilda and Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. Join a musical theatre expert as we rehearse and recreate the revolting, amazing and inspiring stories of Roald Dahl on stage in music and song. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 3 6 Wesley College, Melbourne Acting Boot Camp A fast-paced intensive course for acting recruits: build skills in fundamental acting techniques including improvisation, character development and scenework. Perform scenes for family and Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 3 6, 7 10 Wesley College, Melbourne Writer s Boot Camp Identify and develop the essential skills required to write a short script. Be introduced to fundamental story principles through the practice of writing scenes and create a synopsis for a short stage play. Mon 9 Wed 11 Jan 7 10 Melbourne Course $400 Earlybird $360 35
MELBOURNE COURSES Musical Theatre Boot Camp Work with a musical theatre expert to create a short song and story presentation for stage. This is a great way to introduce yourself to the magic of musical theatre and find out just what it takes to become a musical theatre star. Present your song and story presentation for family and Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan 7 10 Wesley College, Melbourne Writing for the Stage 101 Discover the craft of writing for theatre. Build your ability to use structure, style and narrative. Create the beginnings of an original work that resonates with your audience. Mon 9 Wed 11 Jan 11 12 Melbourne Course $400 Earlybird $360 Screen Actors Society Engage in scenework from iconic US films that explore the journey of self-discovery from teens to adulthood. Apply acting techniques to scenes from films such as Almost Famous and The Fault in Our Stars under the direction of a tutor and accent coach. Showcase your work to family and friends. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 11 12 Wesley College, Melbourne Close-up: Screen Acting Experience all aspects of acting for film and television. Create detailed characters, learn voice and movement techniques and understand the intricacies of acting for camera in this in-depth exploration of screen performance. Showcase your screen skills to family and friends at the end of the course. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 7 10 Wesley College, Melbourne Directing 101 Learn the skills to create and direct a theatre production. Discover how to develop a concept or idea, work effectively with a creative team and collaborate with actors to ensure your vision is realised. Thu 12 Fri 13 Jan 11 12 Melbourne Auditions Masterclass Get audition-ready with experts as you learn the skills of audition preparation. Practise, present and perfect your material and participate in a simulated audition process. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan 11 12 Wesley College, Melbourne Acting 101 Sharpen your performance skills through a comprehensive workshop with a theatre practitioner drawing on acting techniques. Develop key principles of actor training and extend into characterisation and scenework. Interpret, rehearse and present some of the most exciting writing produced for young people today. Musical Theatre 101 Designed for those passionate about musical theatre; learn songs, choreographed dance routines and apply acting principles in an energised approach to all things musical theatre. Be guided in a reliable approach to song and dance routines and examine what it means to complete a show stopping musical theatre audition! Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan 11 12 Wesley College, Melbourne Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan 11 12 Melbourne 36
ADULTS Beginner course Intermediate course Acting Techniques Explore and apply acting techniques in a variety of contexts. Develop skills in voice and movement, and explore spontaneity and characterisation. Respond to text, work collaboratively and develop a specific approach in developing your performance skills. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Melbourne Audition Essentials Discover how to get an audition, what kind of scenes to choose and how to best prepare for the audition process. You will be expected to learn a two-minute monologue of your choosing prior to the commencement of this course. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan Melbourne Musical Theatre Develop the necessary skills for show-stopping musical theatre performances as you work alongside industry professionals in this high intensity all singing, all dancing course. Improve on your acting technique as you work as an ensemble to prepare songs and dance routines from well-known musicals. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Melbourne MELBOURNE Screen Acting Techniques Develop an understanding of screen acting techniques and explore their application to short scenes from contemporary film and television. Discover your on-screen presence and gain confidence in performing truthfully on camera. Mon 9 Fri 13 Jan Melbourne Dramatic Writing Essentials Discover what makes effective characterisation and a good plot. Stretch your imagination and learn how to create original scripts. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan Melbourne Acting Techniques 2 Designed for those who have completed a Acting Techniques course or have relevant experience, this course focuses on in-depth character and scene analysis. Undertake challenging acting exercises to develop emotional truth and perform complex scenes with confidence. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Melbourne Acting Essentials Develop core acting skills including improvisation, voice and movement. Gain confidence rehearsing and performing short scenes. Sat 14 Sun 15 Jan Melbourne A Question of Character Engage in an in-depth exploration of the tools actors use to portray fictional characters without sacrificing truth. Explore the notions of observation, mimicry, psychology, physicality and imagination as you are guided by an industry expert to recreate the inner life of a character. Mon 16 Fri 20 Jan Melbourne Directing Essentials Learn how to create a director s concept that communicates your interpretation of the play and unifies the elements of a production. Understand the processes of preparing for rehearsal and the relationship of story, design and performance. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan Melbourne 37
MELBOURNE COURSES TV Presenting Essentials Develop an understanding of screen acting techniques and explore their application to short scenes from contemporary film and television. Discover your on-screen presence and gain confidence in performing truthfully on camera. Melbourne in Southbank s new purpose-built teaching studios are conveniently located at The Guild in the Melbourne Arts Precinct, alongside many of Australia s most creative organisations. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan Melbourne Faking It This course is for actors wishing to find truthful entry points into heightened physical and emotional states. Whether it be playing drunk, tackling fight scenes or expressing grief, this is a detailed exploration of how physical impulses can trigger imaginative and truthful connections. Sat 21 Sun 22 Jan Melbourne 38