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Introduction to Musical Theatre, Grades 11-12
Holiday course Want to explore musical theatre performance but not sure where to start? Take your first step into the spotlight with this fun and practical, one day introduction to musical theatre. Discover techniques for storytelling through song as you learn voice, acting and character development skills to start you on the road to the wonderful world of musical theatre. Receive practical advice from your NIDA tutor on how to further your creative development in a friendly group...
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Speak from the Heart, Grades 7-10
Holiday course What makes a great speech memorable? Is it the content, the delivery or the passion? Or is it the perfect blend of each? Discover Public Speaking techniques to engage and enthral audiences and build your confidence to be that memorable speaker. Under the guidance of a NIDA expert develop skills in voice, movement, storytelling and presentation. Speak from the heart as you present speeches to your family and friends at the end of the course. Course components Vocal...
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Step into the Picture, Grades K-2
Holiday course Fight dragons, hide treasure or be the princess at the ball in this exciting introduction to acting for the stage. Become your favourite character and collaborate with your NIDA friends to create new stories and scenes to share with an audience. Practice presenting these scenes in front of an audience and share your adventures with family and friends at the end of the course. Course components Characters: Experiment with vocal and physical expression to create...
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NIDA Mini News, Grades Prep-2
Holiday course Broadcasting live from the NIDA studios is the National NIDA Mini News. Find out what it takes to be a TV presenter. Report on huge news stories such as the ongoing saga of the Three Little Pigs, Humpty Dumpty and other breaking news. Course components Creative Voice: Participate in fun and engaging exercises and activities to develop new ideas and learn how to share them with others. Storytelling: Explore stories, ideas and adventures through group and individual...
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Singing and Acting Studio - Audition
Discover. Create. Transform. Overview This course is designed as a two-term program that focuses on developing a secure approach to acting through song. Gain confidence in your approach to storytelling and enhance your performance technique with consistent, practical application. Collaborate with a director and musical director in rehearsing solos, duets, and ensemble repertoire. Course components Term one Instrument Work: Develop your vocal range and physical presence through...
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Actors Studio Extension - Audition
Discover. Create. Transform. Overview Working closely with industry professionals, this course explores advanced audition and screen acting techniques to further enhance your individual strengths in performance. Expand your technical skill set by adopting the roles of key personnel in the creative team and gain greater understanding of the collaborative nature of bringing work to the screen. Actors Studio Extension is ideal if you have completed our Actors Studio or Screen Actors...
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NIDA Found Footage: Horror Filmmaking @ Abbotsford Convent, Grades 7-10
Holiday course Discover the rapidly expanding sub-genre of Found Footage Horror within the industrial atmosphere of the historic buildings and gardens of Abbotsford Convent. With your fellow film makers, create your very own paranormal found footage documentary under the guidance of a NIDA expert. Employ elements of collage and documentary filmmaking including jump scares, hand held and point of view shooting. Explore creative development, directing and acting. Receive a copy of...
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NIDA Found Footage: Horror Filmmaking @ Abbotsford Convent, Grades 11-12
Holiday course Discover the rapidly expanding sub-genre of Found Footage Horror within the industrial atmosphere of the historic buildings and gardens of Abbotsford Convent. With your fellow film makers, create your very own paranormal found footage documentary under the guidance of a NIDA expert. Employ elements of collage and documentary filmmaking including jump scares, hand held and point of view shooting. Explore creative development, directing and acting. Receive a copy of...
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Introduction to Acting on Screen, Grades 11-12
Holiday course Want to explore acting for film and TV but not sure where to start? Take your first step with this practical, one day introduction to acting on screen. Get comfortable on camera, experiment with introductory techniques and receive practical advice from your NIDA tutor on developing your screen presence. Course components Screen Acting Performance: Learn acting, voice, and movement approaches to creating an engaging on- screen performances. Technique: Establish a...
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NIDA Online: Writing for Performance - Finding your Story
For Adults (18+) Level: Core Technique Draw upon your personal creativity and discover techniques to create writing for performance. Join an interactive online community of budding writers to collaborate in writing tasks and discussions around set readings. Participate in an online text analysis workshop with professional actors and director. Engage in collaborative feedback and experience your words come to life in a reading of your work. Course Outcomes Demonstrate an...
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