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Space Travellers: Intergalactic Stories, Grades K-2
Holiday course 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 friends at the end of the course. Course components Creative Voice: Participate in fun and engaging drama exercises inspired by stories from outer space. Storytelling : Explore stories,...
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Off the Cuff: Improvisation, Grades 7-10
Holiday course 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 core acting skills. Course components Spontaneity: Develop comic timing and creative thinking skills through exercises in spontaneity and improvisation. Craft: Participate in improvised scene work to develop basic acting and improvisation technique. Ensemble:...
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Writer's Boot Camp, Grades 3-6
Holiday course 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. No experience required, just a love of the written word and a desire to see those words come to life on stage! Course components Unlocking creativity: Discover where ideas come from and harness your imagination to develop a storytelling point...
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Drama for Grades 3-6, NIDA Kensington
Practical skill-based learning in the performing arts led by industry experts with a focus on personal and creative development. Learning framework Each term we focus on a specific area of performance practice to ensure students have a varied experience and learn a range of essential creative skills. Students are able to join us at the start of any term during the year. NIDA Open Drama courses are designed across a four term structure within the following learning framework: Term...
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Young Actors Studio 15-18 Years - Audition
Discover. Create. Transform. Develop your vocal, physical and imaginative dexterity as you explore and apply NIDA acting techniques. Collaborate with other young artists in an ensemble to develop skills for stage and screen. Work with the support and direction from core tutors and gain inspiration from industry professionals. Course components Term one Develop skills in improvisation, action-based acting technique and stagecraft. Extend vocal range and flexibility. Collaborate as...
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Actors Residency
For adults 18+ years Commencing Monday 1 July 2024 Develop and utilise fundamental skills and techniques for performance as you collaborate with an ensemble and industry experts in a rigorous residency program. NIDA’s Residencies are designed for people with a commitment and curiosity to undergo intensive artistic development over an extended period of time. Applications are accepted internationally as well as nationally, to create a vibrant cultural hub. Customise your residency...
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Screen Acting 101, Grades 11-12
Holiday course Learn how to hit your mark, maintain eye line and develop a relationship with the camera as you gain consistency of performance in Screen Acting 101. Work with an industry expert as you learn to analyse contemporary scripts, apply characterisation techniques and discover the ins and outs of screen testing in this fun, fast paced course. Course components Develop a technical approach to Screen Acting in building your relationship to the camera and hitting your mark....
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Reel Warrior, Grades 7-10
Holiday course Investigate the complexities of being a heroine or hero in popular culture scenarios. Deconstruct film and fiction such as “The Giver”, “Divergent” and “The Hunger Games”. Act in high-stakes situations as you explore pivotal scenes and sequences. Develop skills in dramatic improvisation, green screen technology and stage combat. Course components Text interpretation: Bring to life through the application of NIDA acting technique a short written text for recorded...
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Acting for Stage and Screen, Grades 11-12
Holiday course Experience the power of voice, movement and improvisation as you rehearse and perform scenes from plays, films and TV. Course components Explore characterisation through actions, objectives and given circumstances. Develop on screen personal presence and self-awareness. Discover techniques to use your voice and movement effectively in scene work. Outcomes Increased confidence in the creation of improvised scenarios and characters. Enhanced ability to apply voice and...
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Writer's Boot Camp, Grades 7-10
Holiday course 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. No experience required, just a love of the written word and a desire to see those words come to life on stage! Course components Unlocking creativity: Discover where ideas come from and harness your imagination to develop a storytelling point of view. Dramatic...
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