NIDA Acting Techniques 3

Level: Advanced Techniques

For adults 18 years +

For students who have completed NIDA Acting Techniques 2 (or equivalent). Explore a selection of texts in this masterclass style workshop. Undertake advanced acting exercises and work on contemporary scenes with scene partners. You will research the work of at least 2 significant playwrights chosen at the discretion of the tutor. You will perform your scenes each week and be directed by a NIDA Open tutor. You will need to have a prepared monologue for session 1.

Students should be familiar with the basic language of the Stanislavski system and be able to analyse text independently. Please contact NIDA Open office open@nida.edu.au before enrolling.

Course components

• Preparation and class performance of a monologue and contemporary scenes.
• Advanced exercises for acting technique and scene preparation.
• Scene rehearsal with a NIDA Open director

Outcomes

• Ability to research and prepare scenes quickly and professionally.
• Experience bringing prepared work to a rehearsal with other actors.
• Ability to take direction and apply feedback to performance.

Prerequisites

Previous training and experience essential

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Important information

• Please read our Cancellation and Transfer Policy.
• Flights and Accommodation: From time to time we may need to cancel an advertised course. Before booking flights and accommodation for travel to attend a NIDA Open course, please contact the NIDA Open office to confirm if your course will proceed as planned. NIDA does not accept liability for any associated costs of attendance or cancellation.
• Please wear comfortable clothing you can move in for all drama and performance related courses. Clothing that restricts movement is inappropriate.
• Please wear closed-in shoes. Shoes may be removed in the rehearsal room on the direction of the class tutor.
• Please bring along a pen, notebook or electronic device and a bottle of water to all classes.