CURRENT SHORT COURSES

ACTING TECHNIQUES CLASS

(AGES 15 TO 18)

 

ENROLMENT INFORMATION

1 WEEK SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM 

Monday to Friday – 10am to 5pm (1 hour lunch break) – 5 consecutive days 

YEAR 10, 11 & 12 STUDENTS (AGES 15 TO 18)

 

COST
$600 incl. GST – to be paid in full on enrolment into the course. 

INTAKES

INTAKE 1 

Monday, 3rd July 2023 – Friday, 7th July 2023

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INTAKE 2 

Monday, 25th September 2023 – Friday, 29th September 2023

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INTAKE 3 

Monday, 8th January 2024 – Friday, 12th January 2024

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DESCRIPTION

In this class, students will develop foundational acting techniques, gaining a clear understanding of Stanislavski’s system, given circumstances, character objectives and action work.

Students will be expected to work diligently and with rigour – applying learned techniques to the rehearsal and performance of a short scene.

This class will give students the opportunity to:

  • Apply script analysis and character preparation to an assigned scene
  • Develop the ability to work quickly and with detail
  • Bring offers to the space
  • Adapt to direction
  • Find play in the work
  • Develop professionalism in all aspects of rehearsal and performance
  • Engage with proactive and constructive feedback

For students who are passionate about acting for film, theatre and television. Suitable for complete beginners, no previous experience is required.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Refer to the SAS and SFS Cancellation and Transfer Policy. 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. Please bring a pen, notebook or electric device and a bottle of water to all classes.


ACTING TECHNIQUES CLASS

(18+ ADULTS)

 

ENROLMENT INFORMATION
8 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS
Saturdays – 10am to 5pm (1 hour lunch break)
18+ ADULT CLASS

COST
$960 incl. GST – to be paid in full on enrolment into the course. 

INTAKES

INTAKE 1   

Every Saturday from 1st July – 19th August

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INTAKE 2 

Every Saturday from 7th October – 25th November

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DESCRIPTION

In this class, students will develop foundational acting techniques, gaining a clear understanding of Stanislavski’s system, given circumstances, character objectives and action work.

Students will be expected to work diligently and with rigour – applying learned techniques to the rehearsal and performance of a short scene.

This class will give students the opportunity to:

  • Apply script analysis and character preparation to an assigned scene
  • Develop the ability to work quickly and with detail
  • Bring offers to the space
  • Adapt to direction
  • Find play in the work
  • Develop professionalism in all aspects of rehearsal and performance
  • Engage with proactive and constructive feedback

For students who are passionate about acting for film, theatre and television. Suitable for complete beginners, no previous experience is required.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Refer to the SAS and SFS Cancellation and Transfer Policy. 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. Please bring a pen, notebook or electric device and a bottle of water to all classes.


MAKE A SHORT FILM –

WRITE, SHOOT AND EDIT

(AGES 15 TO 18)

 

ENROLMENT INFORMATION
1 WEEK SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM 
Monday to Friday – 10am to 5pm (1 hour lunch break) – 5 consecutive days 

YEAR 10, 11 & 12 STUDENTS (AGES 15 TO 18)

 

COST
$600 incl. GST – to be paid in full on enrolment into the course. 

INTAKES

INTAKE 1 

Monday, 3rd July 2023 – Friday, 7th July 2023

CLICK HERE TO ENROL

INTAKE 2 

Monday, 25th September 2023 – Friday, 29th September 2023

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INTAKE 3 

Monday, 8th January 2024 – Friday, 12th January 2024

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DESCRIPTION
Calling all young filmmakers! Have you got a great idea for a 2-minute movie? What are you waiting for: it’s time for lights, camera, and action! In this course you will learn how to develop a screenplay, plan a film, then shoot it yourself with real cameras and equipment. But it doesn’t stop there: you will cut your movie together with editing software, and at the end of the week it’s time to grab the popcorn as you watch your film on the big screen in our Soundstage.
 
  • For students who are passionate about film, television and online media
  • Young filmmakers get involved in a variety of roles, from directing to editing
  • Suitable for complete beginners, no previous experience is required
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Refer to the SAS and SFS Cancellation and Transfer Policy. Please wear comfortable clothing.  Please wear closed in shoes. Please bring a pen, notebook or electric device and a bottle of water to all classes.


MAKE A SHORT FILM –

WRITE, SHOOT AND EDIT

(18+ ADULTS )

 

ENROLMENT INFORMATION
8 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS
Saturdays – 10am to 5pm (1 hour lunch break)

YEAR 10, 11 & 12 STUDENTS (AGES 15 TO 18)

COST
$960 incl. GST – to be paid in full on enrolment into the course. 

INTAKES

INTAKE 1 

Every Saturday from 1st July – 19th August

CLICK HERE TO ENROL

INTAKE 2 

Every Saturday from 7th October – 25th November

CLICK HERE TO ENROL

DESCRIPTION
Calling all young filmmakers! Have you got a great idea for a 2-minute movie? What are you waiting for: it’s time for lights, camera, and action! In this course you will learn how to develop a screenplay, plan a film, then shoot it yourself with real cameras and equipment. But it doesn’t stop there: you will cut your movie together with editing software, and at the end of the week it’s time to grab the popcorn as you watch your film on the big screen in our Soundstage.
 
  • For students who are passionate about film, television and online media
  • Young filmmakers get involved in a variety of roles, from directing to editing
  • Suitable for complete beginners, no previous experience is required
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Refer to the SAS and SFS Cancellation and Transfer Policy. Please wear comfortable clothing.  Please wear closed in shoes. Please bring a pen, notebook or electric device and a bottle of water to all classes.


INTERNATIONAL SHORT COURSES

Sydney Actors School offers the above short courses and also personally designed short courses to an international audience.

Please inquire by completely the below form and one of our friendly staff members will be in contact with you directly. 


SAS & SFS FREE ONLINE MASTERCLASSES

MAY 22

DIRECTING ACTORS with Pip Edwards

Date And Time

Fri, 22 May 2020

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm AEST with a Q&A session from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Description: “Directing Actors!” Using safe, effective techniques to get the best performance from an actor. Sydney Film School & Sydney Actors School would like to invite you to our free masterclass with Pip Edwards.


APR. 30

STORYTELLING MASTERCLASS with CJ Johnson

Date And Time

Thu, 30 April 2020

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm AEST with a Q&A session from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Description: “Don’t Write It, Build It!” Using five simple tools to generate a complete story in less than an hour. Sydney Film School & Sydney Actors School would like to invite you to our free masterclass with CJ Johnson.