On Pitch: Musical Theatre, Grades 7-10

Holiday course

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 NIDA Musical Theatre expert on contemporary songs both accompanied and a cappella. Develop your singing and acting technique and wow your family and friends with an original ensemble showcase at the end of the course.

Course components

• Voice and Song: Learn how the voice works; develop confidence with singing technique and ensemble vocal performance.
• Movement and dance: Work with a NIDA movement expert to develop physical performance skills and basic movement sequences for performance.
• Staging: Consider staging techniques and learn music performance stagecraft.
• Performance: Apply acting, singing and movement practice to a short rehearsed, contemporary music presentation.
• Musicality: Explore harmony, rhythm and melody through vocal performance.

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 ensure that you have given a valid email and mobile number as any course changes will be communicated via email or sms.
• 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.
• Participants must provide their own lunch, including snacks and drinks.
• Children attending primary school grade equivalent holiday courses must be signed in and out by a parent or guardian.
• NIDA staff will supervise students in courses for Grades 3–6 and Grades 7–10 in their breaks. These students will not be permitted to leave the advertised venue without parental permission.
• If you are running late to collect your child, please call NIDA reception on 02 9697 7600. NIDA will only provide supervision during advertised course times.