Course Overview
This innovative new program for budding young thespians, develops screen acting skills alongside skills for life within a creative, playful and supportive environment.
Ensemble, authenticity, confidence and individuality are among the many disciplines required from a successful screen actor. The best screen actors are highly disciplined, bring ideas to the table, can quickly take on feedback and work with a high level of concentration.
Screen Acting:: Skills for Life is an exciting four-term program to develop focus, listening, confidence and creativity. These themes will be explored through age-appropriate dramatic activities and skill-building exercises.
The best screen acting classes Melbourne has to offer are available at The National Drama School.
Term 1 Teamwork Learn to work as an ensemble building skills in collaboration, problem solving and communication.
Term 2 Authenticity Develop self-awareness, empathy and emotional intelligence and learn how to apply this to developing a character.
Term 3 Confidence Develop self-assurance without ego. Learn how to trust your creative ideas, take risks and clarify your ambitions.
Term 4 Individuality Develop your creative capabilities and self-expression. Learn how to apply your creativity to developing a character and scene.
Class Details
Combination Class (Stage and Screen Acting)
Pre-Junior (Yrs 3+4) Saturday 11:30-1:00pm 10-week term fees $350
Junior (Yrs 5+6) Saturday 1:00-2:30pm 10-week term fees $350
Screen Acting: Skills for Life
Primary School
Pre-Junior (Yrs 3+4) Tuesday 4:30-6:00pm 10-week term fees $350
Junior (Yrs 5+6) Tuesday 6:00-7:30pm 10-week term fees $350
Secondary School
Intermediate (Yrs 7-9) Saturday 9:00-11:00am 10-week term fees $470
Senior (Yrs 10-12) Saturday 11:00am-1:00pm 10-week term fees $470
2024 Young Actors Program Term Dates
Term 1: Mon 29 January – Thu 28 March
Term 2: Mon 15 April – Sat 29 June
Term 3: Mon 15 July – Sat 21 September
Term 4: Mon 7 October – Sat 7 December