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Wonderland Stories, Grades K-2
Holiday course 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! Course components Creative Voice: Participate in fun and engaging creative exercises inspired by Alice’s Wonderland adventures. Storytelling : Explore stories, character adventures and creative problem solving through group and individual improvisation. Characters:...
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Acting on Screen Grades 11-12, Melbourne
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 Acting on Screen courses are designed across a four term structure within the following learning framework: Term one Improvisation and Performance Craft Term two Voice and Movement Term three Devising and Contemporary Practice Term...
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Clown: An Introduction
Level: Beginner For adults 18 years + Release your inner silliness! A seriously fun course that will introduce you to the improvisational and observational skills needed to discover your own comic character. Find the beauty in failure and learn to love your inner clown. Course Components Improvisation and ensemble building Physical clowning techniques to discover your unique clown Explore the magic of clown in a supportive group atmosphere Outcomes Increased confidence in...
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Drama for Grades 7-10, Kellyville
Practical, skill-based learning led by industry experts across a range of performing arts disciplines. NIDA courses for grade 7-10 students are designed to support and inspire young people at any stage of their 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...
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Meisner Essentials
For adults 18 years + Level: Core Techniques Practise the techniques made famous by Sanford Meisner for actors, directors and teachers. Through repetition exercises, imaginative preparation and action playing, learn how to be truthful and in the moment while forming strong connections between performers. Course components Practically explore and master Meisner techniques to unlock truth and meaning on the rehearsal room floor. Uncover the preparation strategies required to be...
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The Confident Voice
For adults 18 years + Level: Core Techniques Learn to connect voice, breath and body and discover the confidence to speak freely. Learn technical vocal processes to improve your vocal dexterity and explore the relationship between voice and imagination. Apply your vocal skills to a variety of texts and contexts so you can communicate your intention with clarity. This course is ideal for both actors and those wishing to increase their vocal confidence . Course Components Exercises...
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The Meisner Technique
For adults 18 years + Level: Applied Techniques Learn the fundamentals of Sandford Meisner’s famous techniques. Extend your ability to bring the spontaneity of improvisation to text and access a rich emotional life. Apply these techniques to dramatic texts for both stage and screen. Course Components Learn the fundamental exercises of the Meisner Technique. Apply these techniques to in depth scene study. Integrate these techniques into your personal process for rehearsal. Outcomes...
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Drama for Grades 3-6, Abbotsford
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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Acting: English as Another Language
For adults 18 years + Level: Beginner Develop your confidence in spoken English through acting. Develop skills in improvisation, movement, voice & basic text analysis under the guidance of a NIDA tutor. Learn at a pace that suits you in a supportive and non-threatening environment. Course Components Acting exercises to increase your confidence in speaking and acting. Exercises to develop clarity and vocal confidence. Analysis and performance of English language texts. Outcomes...
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Tails from the Deep, Grades K-2
Holiday course Dive fathoms below and explore what lies beneath the waves. Create your own mermaid or sea monster as you devise and discover a wonderful watery world of stories. Learn songs from popular musicals including Moana and The Little Mermaid. Present a short singing and acting presentation for family and friends at the end of this fun introductory course. Course components Character Development: Develop a character for live performance through improvisation and creative...
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