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Contents Subscription form ............................................... 2 Acting .................................................................. 10 Arts Management ............................................. 35 Circus ................................................................... 39 Costumes/Props/Sets Design and Making.... 41 Dance ................................................................... 47 Directing ............................................................. 59 Drama/Education .............................................. 62 Make-Up .............................................................. 68 Music ................................................................... 70 Musical Theatre ................................................. 86 Sound & Light .................................................... 95 Stage Management ........................................ 102 Voice .................................................................. 106 Writing For Theatre ........................................ 108 Cover image: NIDA 2016 production of The Olypmians. Photo: Phil Erbacher. www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 3
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NIDA production of Scorched. Photo: Lisa Maree Williams.
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The Best Medicine A young WAAPA graduate has stamped his mark in a lead role on a British period drama.
Harry may have looked the part, but he was grateful for the advice given to him by Fellowes about aristocratic etiquette. “It’s In just over a year, Harry like having someone from that time period with you Richardson has gone from WAAPA graduate to playing no hands in pockets, never, a lead role in a British never, never,” he says, repeating one of the writer’s primetime television period mantras. drama written by Downton Abbey’s Julian Fellowes. Period costumes and sets The three-part ITV drama, also eased Harry’s path into the world of Doctor Thorne. Doctor Thorne, which “The lads in Italian-made premiered in March this year, is an adaptation of Anthony tails and top hats from the Trollope’s nineteenth-century 1860s and all the women in corsets and gowns was novel about cash-strapped and status-obsessed English incredible. We also shot everything on location in aristocratic families. beautiful stately homes and Harry plays the role of Frank Gresham, a financially castles. All this made the acting far too easy. We were troubled heir who is in love completely transported back with his beautiful but poor in time.” childhood friend Mary NSW born Harry spent his Thorne. Mark Redhead, executive early childhood in England, producer of Doctor Thorne, returning to Australia for high school at Sydney describes Harry as “like an Grammar. Then, drawn to artist’s vision of a young acting, he successfully romantic hero.”
auditioned for WAAPA. “WAAPA is so rigorous. It prepares its students to handle pretty much anything,” says the 23-yearold, noting that his accent classes have come in handy. “The accent work I learnt really paid off as my character Frank was so darn English! I needed to know how to be specific. “As well as that, the
ability to handle new scenes every day was something I thank WAAPA for. TV is shot so fast; you have to know how to stay on top of the work and be vocally and physically fit.” Harry describes the benefit of studying in the safe environment of WAAPA as the opportunity to be able to “fail miserably and learn from it”. He also found being surrounded by WAAPA’s creative diversity rewarding. “It was such fun each week getting to see mindblowing dance performances, glorious musical theatre and the grooviest jazz because it inspires you to pour more into your craft.” Now relocated to London, Harry is looking for his next job in the UK, on stage or screen. “It is an exciting time to be a young actor. The possibilities are infinite; there’s no real roof on anything.”
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Hooked On Drama Dean Carey, the Creative Director of Actors Centre Australia, explains how Drama Education has the power to transform.
Until that first drama class in high school, education for me had equaled information. But back in 1975 in this class called ‘drama’, education equaled exploration. Pretty soon I saw that education - that is dramatic education - actually equaled transformation. I saw the boys around me change. They slowly shed their tightly held onto and guarded public image and they began to open up, discuss and question. People I had ignored in the playground, people who had bullied me, people I had isolated myself from or ‘killed off’ as I felt they had little value and nothing to offer, suddenly changed before my eyes. Slowly but surely and class by class, the commonality between us all became real. I found I too had something to offer - perhaps for the first time, for I had done one thing very well through the years up until that point: I had observed - deeply - and I had questioned all I saw around me; silently, but ever watchful. This is where my definition of acting came from: recognizable human behavior - I watched and I saw what went on. So this rag-tag collection of awkward boys sat in a circle on the floor discussing life, issues, what was going on in the world, what was going on in the playground, what was going on in our heads and hearts (the heart work took some prodding, but we eventually got there), and it was the first time us boys shared - not competed. What a relief - for competition to be removed and a sense of the genuine to be evoked. At that point I became hooked hooked on the notion that most people actually stay within a very small sphere of their potential and their playing field in general. I considered for the very first time in my life - that
there could be no greater study, in my mind, than the study of what unlocks and releases a human being’s potential on every level. Invisible boundaries and the leap of faith What Maureen did for us in her room way back then was create a larger field of green for us boys. This new, improved playing field shook our self-image as we were all used to keeping in line and keeping our feelings to ourselves. Now we were given permission to extend ourselves, to release more of who we were and what we felt as it was welcomed in that secure and safe environment. Little did that school know that within that vast population of almost 1000 boys, on Wednesdays between 11.30am and 1pm, in a secluded room without desks
tucked away at the end of a long, cold corridor, there was ‘light’ unlike anywhere else on that campus. The hierarchy was deeply suspicious of Maureen and what we might all be up to in that ‘weird drama space’. She had to fight for the room not to be given over for storage. She had to fight for the time not to be whittled away to allocate more time for English and Math. She had to fight to justify her position and value on the faculty - not easy for a female drama teacher in the world of men and tradition, regime and rules. But she did it. Sometime later, much like the 1989 film Dead Poet’s Society, Maureen was gone. I walked into the empty drama room - now a storage facility for the library - and if I could have climbed up on something high in the room I would have declared, “Oh Captain, my captain…” Even though the film wouldn’t be made for another 13 years, the stand for what’s right, what’s necessary and what’s decent is simply an ongoing human cry. The geography teacher then took over drama some time later. He didn’t know much about it but gave it his best shot. I stepped in to aassist. Even at 16, and thanks to Maureen, I knew there was more than what we knew and I had to help find it.
Dean is the Creative Director of Actors Centre Australia. ACA’s fulltime course applications will be open soon. For more info visit: www.actorscentreaustralia.com.au
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Acting For The Screen And Stage The acting program at Federation University Australia in Ballarat is moving with the times. Program leader Kim Durban reports. From 2017, the degree program will be renamed the Bachelor of Acting for Stage and Screen, a name shift recognising the greater emphasis on screen acting, including work on verbatim, self-tests and screen acting for TV, film and the internet. Graduates are already achieving highly in this field, with Hannah Monson scoring a Logie nomination as Most Outstanding Newcomer for her debut on ABC’s mini-series Glitch, and Wil Greenway and Jake Pike featuring in the high profile drama Molly. Industry feedback continues to emphasise the positive attitude of graduates. I asked students why they moved to Ballarat to study Acting for Stage and Screen. Bryony Hindley from Tasmania said, “I like to think of this program as the
A Jovial Crew by Richard Brome and directed by Kim Durban. Photo: Jodie Hutchinson.
underdog; that each year it grows strong and word spreads about its accomplishments. On a personal level, I believe I will never again receive a more guiding and involved group of lecturers; they have pushed me to strive for things I didn’t know I was capable of.” “I think a strong point I’ve enjoyed is I’ve been able to refine my craft, and really delve deep into why I want to be an actor and what it means to be an actor,” said Jonathon Lawrence, from Geelong. For Liliana Dalton, from Melbourne, “Coming straight from secondary school into the Acting program introduced a whole new world to me, but such an exciting one where I’ve learnt so much so far about myself, the craft and being human.” “The Acting program gives amazing methods for the rehearsal process of work shopping scenes and solos,” said
Emma Stewart, from Sandringham. “It’s helped me so much with confidence when performing and also with noticing what needs to be worked on in myself when I do perform. It can be confronting at times, but it’s always very helpful if you can take feedback on board and use it to better yourself.” The final word goes to Acting graduate Scott Middleton (2008), now based in London. “I have been accepted into RADA and am coming into the business end of my Masters. It has been an incredible course, which has continued to push and challenge me physically, mentally and emotionally. One thing I will say is that I am very grateful for the training I had at Ballarat. The course there has set me up so well for the demands of this course and placed me in a strong position to tackle these demands head on and continue my growth as an artist.”
Coming up is the Arts Academy’s celebration of Shakespeare 400: Shakespeare’s favourite love comedy, set in Australia where the bush meets the sea, in an all male and an all female version. As You Like It by William Shakespeare Directed by Kim Durban Design by Adam (Gus) Powers Lighting Design by Megan Jane Evans Performed by the Graduating Third Year Actors Helen Macpherson Smith Theatre September 16 - 22, 2016.
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Preparing For Theatre School Acting school is an incredible experience and an exciting and immersive way of learning the core principles of acting. The Academy of Film, Theatre and Television (AFTT) in Sydney teaches a diverse range of skills to enhance your confidence to succeed in the industry. However, before starting acting school there are some key things you should know. You have to throw yourself at the experience. Performing in front of people isn’t a natural thing for people to do. The nature of acting is “putting oneself out there”. Don’t put your barriers up; jump straight in and get involved. The faster you learn to throw yourself out there, the faster you enable yourself to learn and develop the key skills of becoming an actor. Confidence is a learned skill, and AFTT’s Eric Morris System of acting helps develop this as soon as you start.
Don’t just learn to act for theatre, you need to learn how to act to the cameras too. Head of the Acting for Stage and Screen course at AFTT, Glen Hamilton says, ‘The adjustment that occurs between acting for theatre and film is in the placement of your audience. The theatre actor uses energy to take their character and acting choices to the very back row of a 500 seat theatre. The film actor lets their audience in through the size of frame of the shot - this can be as magnified as a single tear running down the actor’s face. In film, your audience comes to you - in theatre, you go to them.’ Acting is business too You may have the skills to become a successful actor, but if you don’t know how to promote yourself, it’s
harder to get noticed. Remember that your tutors are also your best immediate connections into the industry after graduating - they’re still working in it today and if you make a good impression during your course they could be your stepping stone into the industry. Learn to work with others Not just learning to work WITH others, but making it easier for others to work with
To find out more about the courses available at The Academy of Film, Theatre and Television, visit www.aftt.edu.au
YOU too. This includes stage managers and directors. Don’t let your pride take over - help your fellow actors and work together - trust us, you’ll get further that way. Learn to take criticism Criticism is part of the whole learning experience, but when it comes to the acting industry, it can be tough. Learn that feedback really matters and you shouldn’t get offended by it. Similarly, if you don’t get a part you auditioned for, don’t let it put you down, let it push you to work harder and do better.
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Big Dreams Pay Off When Ashleigh Cummings was 14 she travelled solo to New York City to chase a career in the film and television industry. Although Ashleigh found the experience nerve racking, she believes budding actors need to take risks to pursue their dreams. “It’s such an incredible thing to allow your children to be alone in the world,” she says now of her parents’ decision to allow her to travel by herself. The gamble has paid off. The graduate was announced as this year’s winner of the Heath Ledger Scholarship held in LA. The Heath Ledger Scholarship was established in 2008 by Screenwise, in honour of the late Academy Award winner, to provide a bridge for actors who have achieved a level of success in Australia to establish themselves as working actors in the United States. After returning from New York Ashleigh enrolled in Screenwise’s Screenteens Acting Course where her
potential was quickly noticed by its CEO, Denise Roberts. “Ashleigh’s ambitious attitude to start young has rewarded her with a wealth of knowledge. As a young actress, Ashleigh has learnt many essential skills which give her an advantage on a film set,” says Denise.
World Began and then found herself in the career-making role of Dorothy ‘Dot’ Williams in Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries on ABC TV. Ashleigh went on to star in the recent Australian feature Galore and the Channel Nine’s mini-series Gallipoli.
Ashleigh Cummings (left) and Essie Davies in Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries.
Visit www.screenwise.com.au for information on the Diploma of Screen Acting, Showreel Course, Screenteens and other short courses. Since attending Screenwise, Ashleigh appeared with Denise in the popular dance feature Razzle Dazzle. After a few episodes on Home & Away, Ashleigh played the role of Robyn Mathers in the Australian feature Tomorrow When The
Her biggest role to date has been as lead actress in Channel Ten’s Puberty Blues. Ashleigh recently returned from New Zealand where she reprised the lead female role in the remake of cult classic Goodbye, Pork Pie and began rehearsals for
Sydney Theatre Company’s The Hanging. Ashleigh has been nominated for a FCCA award, two AACTA awards, an AFI award, a silver Logie and won Best Actress (for Galore) at the St Tropez Film Festival. She is a shining example of how Screenwise’s Screenteens Course provides young actors with a taste of life in the Film and TV Industry. Ashleigh emailed the school upon her selection for the Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries: “Thank you so much Denise! I wouldn’t be where I am now without Screenwise so I owe you everything. Ash xx” Screenwise was established sixteen years ago to provide specialist, careerfocused training in acting for film & television. The school believes that without a strong screen profile, it is difficult for actors to progress in any facet of acting. Screenwise Alumni include Chris Hemsworth, Todd Lasance, Isabel Lucas, Stef Dawson, George Houvardas, Tabrett Bethell, Yvonne Strahovski, and Andy Whitfield.
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Becoming A Versatile Actor Canberra Academy of Dramatic Art’s Elizabeth Avery Scott provides useful employment tips for actors.
part TV drama series may not be regularly working as actors; shooting a series may only represent a few week’s work. Bright-eyed hopefuls audition for drama schools every year, So how can you make a living from acting? The answer is to become a versatile actor. often imagining their future on the red carpet or silver screen, with loads of cash and mansions in LA. You need to be adaptable. The actor’s life is ‘project to The truth in Australia is that most working actors hold project’. Actors will do a stage show, then be cast in a other jobs. Some, in long-running soaps like Neighbours or commercial, follow that with a film, then host a TV lifestyle Home and Away, are working full-time, but other actors program for a season. Actors need to be resourceful - ready to line up the next project while working on the current have part-time jobs, run small businesses, teach acting, or one. work in hospitality. Even familiar faces in the average sixIt may be that you can actively increase your skills base to From a performance of Antigone. increase your work opportunities. CADA’s students learn to be versatile actors across stage and screen. Step one is to get the skills you need to do the job well. Choose a reputable drama school which will provide voice training, movement training, script analysis skills, and a range of acting techniques for stage and screen. Most talent agents like their actors to have a minimum of two years full-time training across these areas. Musical theatre performers can be fortunate enough to win a role in a long-running show like Wicked in a major capital city or touring cast, representing many months of employment with all the associated benefits. If this sounds appealing, do you have the time and money to invest in training your singing voice, or take up dance classes?
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Students at Canberra Academy of Dramatic Art receive training in voiceover artistry in addition to acting skills.
Voiceover work is particularly lucrative. In our audio-visual world, TV, radio, movies and the internet all need voiceover artists. The actor with a well-developed voice can readily adapt to voiceover work. Not all drama schools include voiceover training in the curriculum, but at Canberra Academy of Dramatic Art, it’s included in the Advanced Diploma of Performance program. Presenting skills also make an actor versatile. The skilled actor may be able to find paid work MC-ing public events, in stand-up comedy, or even motivational speaking. Speaking skills can be acquired through short courses and lots of practice before live audiences.
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Developing skills in singing and dance can help make you a versatile performer.
Many actors also turn to writing, directing and producing. If you have a flair for words, love to shape the vision of a whole work, or are great at organising things and talking to people, you may be able to step into these roles. So in thinking about becoming a professional actor, think versatility. It’s your best chance of regular employment.
Elizabeth Avery Scott is the managing director of Canberra Academy of Dramatic Art (RTO 40859) For course information visit www.cada.net.au.
High school students performing “Skid Row” from Little Shop of Horrors.
A Sydney music theatre school is offering relief for parents ferrying children to multiple dance, acting and music classes. The Applause Musical Theatre Academy is offering one class that encompasses multiple disciplines. The academy runs weekly musical theatre classes for students from Kindy to Year 12 on Sydney’s north shore. Students are trained in singing, dancing and acting by learning songs and scenes from popular musicals, as well as through acting exercises and games. The academy’s fast-paced, multi-tasked curriculum leaves zero time for boredom. And the school says that all students get their moment to shine in solo opportunities and script work at the annual Soirée and other performances. Applause Musical Theatre Academy’s Senior classes ‘Ovation’ offer teenagers a masterclass format where they can find their own voice and learn how to perform their best at auditions. During the Summer and Winter school holidays, kids and teens get a crash course in musical theatre over a period of 2 to 3 days. These courses are open to the public as well as students. For more details visit www.applausemta.com.au
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Creating A Visual Masterpiece University of Wollongong undergraduates studying theatre and performance undertake Student Initiated Projects (SIPs) which allow them to have a real world experience as producers and lead creatives on their own work. For Autumn 2016, students were invited to develop short works that would form a single program. The first, Meteorology by Jade Chan, was devised by a team of young artists with the aim of creating a visual masterpiece, “a painting for the theatre”. The production was the outcome of hours of paper craft, videography, lighting design, choreography, problem-solving and coping with heat. Jade Chan said Meteorology
asked: Who moves the clouds as they pass by? Who decides how many millimetres of rain will fall in a day? Who controls the hand of fate when natural disaster strikes? Chan said that she came to a group of five people with five umbrellas and told them,
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“we’re going to make a show. It’s going to be very beautiful. I have five umbrellas and we’re going to project on them. It’s going to set a mood, and it’s going to be about the weather.” “They responded with creativity and with generosity to my idiosyncratic vision,” she said. The other work was Condition by Steffanni Gardener. She began with a question about the way in which her ‘performance-self’ and her ‘self-self’ created? She wanted to interrogate the role of the actor, in order to understand what it is and why the actor does what they do. ‘’Do you take pride in your hurt? Does it make you seem large and tragic? “I’m in a scene and suddenly my fictional world comes crumbling as my internal battering - sudden hunger and self-induced worries about the next one and a half minutes spew out onto the stage and kangaroo hop into the audience’s laps. “In this work, we don’t avoid implosion; we encourage it. The actor and the self are like semi-trailers manoeuvring down a one-way street. Add a live audience and you have
the potential for chaos! Basically, we attempted to unravel and expose the fiction that our theatrical world so delicately constructs.” The Student Initiated Projects (SIP) program was established by Lecturer Chris Ryan and Head of School Sarah Miller in 2009. For SIPs, students take full responsibility for the creative and the conceptual side but also negotiate the collaborative and team building aspects, stage management, technical production and front of house, including publicity and box-office. SIPs have included the production of original scripts as well as devised works, and plays by well known Australian and international playwrights. UOW graduates are known for their theatre-making skills, their self-reliance, and their can do attitudes. Their education is about providing them not only with the training but also the conceptual, creative and practical capacity to generate their own work.
Actors Centre Australia (02) 9310 4077 info@acasydney.com.au www.acasydney.com.au Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts, (Acting) (10560NAT) - 2.5 years Course content: Acting, Character, Voice, Movement, Mask, Emotional Instrument, Language Power, Performance History, Improvisation, Life Mastery, Animal, Shakespeare, Camera, Script Analysis, Singing, Screen Acting, Screen-testing, Audition Technique, Performance Lab, Accents and Showreel. Productions: Australian Scene Work, Devised Theatre Project, Voice and Physical Theatre Performance, Realiasm Theatre Project, Shakespeare Theatre Project, VERBATIM Theatre Performance, American Theatre & Industry Showcase. Structure: First year is foundational, the second year develops performance skills and the third year focuses on industry readiness. Positions for first year intake are offered through auditions only. Auditions are held in Sydney/Melbourne in November/ December. ACA accepts 24 students annually. ACA’s Full-time Course is VET FEE-HELP approved. Eligible students can have all or part of their tuition fees paid for them by the Government in the form of a loan. Total course fees are year 1 $22,550, year 2 $22,550, year 3 $11,275 (total cost for 2.5 year course is $56,375.00). Academy of Film, Theatre, and Television (AFTT) (02) 9281 2400 info@aftt.edu.au www.aftt.edu.au The Academy of Film, Theatre, and Television is the ultimate sequel and the freshest new act in a long running and highly acclaimed production. A groundbreaking collaboration between two of Australia’s longest standing private institutions – the Actors College of Theatre & Television (ACTT) and the International Film School Sydney (IFSS) – AFTT is Australia’s most immersive contemporary creative arts academy. Our top-tier, industry-relevant training includes acting, music theatre, stage management, cinematography, live production, performance, screenwriting, directing, producing and more. We are adaptive, innovative and flexible, with courses designed to take full advantage of the rapid and ongoing advancements in new media technology. All courses are covered by Fee-Help. Advanced Diploma of Stage & Screen Acting - 2 years AFTTs Advanced Diploma of Stage & Screen Acting incorporates 26 units which guide students through the core principles of acting, movement and voice for stage, film and television. Gaining a solid acting technique however is just one part of the journey to success. At AFTT students are taught the importance of articulating and developing their own creative goals and are encouraged to explore conceptual techniques and different acting traditions. These are then integrated throughout the course into many dynamic screen and theatre productions from theatre classics to contemporary film scene work, for personal interpretation and practice. Aims: To supply students with industry-standard skills so that once they complete their degree, they are well-equipped to enter the acting industry. Students will have a full understanding of the Eric Morris System, Meyerhold BioMechanics and other internationally recognised techniques that will equip the actor with a robust and logical pathway to producing physical and emotional performances. Performance Opportunities: During the final semester of this course, a complete package of assets is created (including a showreel, headshots and showcase performance media), ensuring students graduate with a well-developed portfolio to show prospective employers. Graduates who successfully complete this course may seek articulation into the Bachelor of Arts (Stage and Screen Acting) at the University of New England (UNE). Certificate IV in Theatre and Screen Performance - 2 semesters (one academic year) This unique course provides the perfect foundation every performer needs to embark on a career in acting for stage, film or television. It integrates acting, voice and movement skills with performance training and delivery. This makes it the perfect preparatory course for ongoing vocational actor-training, entry into the performing arts industry or to complement skills in other professions. During the course, tutors draw upon a diverse range of exercises by many of the great acting teachers including Stanislavski, Meisner, Adler, Strasberg, Chekhov and the Eric Morris complete acting system. Students will also develop spatial and sensory awareness, and learn how to break down blocks and inhibitions. The Certificate IV in Theatre and Screen Performance not only develops the artist’s theoretical knowledge of the current industry and its history, but allows scope for practical development and execution. Students are given a very diverse range of opportunities in which to practice their skills during the course. From collaborating with other actors on campus to working with filmmakers from the co-located International Film School Sydney (IFFS), students complete this course with core acting skills and a clear vision of the contexts in which these skills may be applied. Towards the completion of the www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 21
course, students are given the opportunity to apply the broad range of skills learnt to the delivery of a final performance, whilst also undertaking some of the operational ‘behind-the- scene’ roles required of the production Prerequisites Written application Audition No minimum ATAR/UAI required Minimum age of 18 at time of course commencement The Actor’s Pulse (02) 9690 2216 | 0414 475 515 admin@theactorspulse.com www.theactorspulse.com.au Full Time Acting Course - 3 years full-time The Actors Pulse facilities coupled with our industry professional teachers are designed to give students creative and open environments to develop and grow as confident actors. Our students graduate as smart, marketable and strongly prepared actors who are able to confidently take their career into their own hands. Subject Areas: Meisner Technique (acting technique, scene study, character, stage performance) Screen acting (scene study, character - film and TV, audition technique, screen performance technique) Movement (body language, expression) Voice and dialect (foundations, phonetics, accents) Prerequisites: Audition and interview. No minimum ATAR required. http://enrol.theactorspulse.com.au/full-time-acting-course Meisner Technique Acting Course - 10-week terms (ongoing) The unique approach of our acting classes combines the techniques used for stage acting with the special considerations needed for film and television work. With a strong and basic foundation, an actor can confidently approach any material. Classes are ongoing and students progress through the levels according to their individual abilities. Great facilities, world-class industry professional teachers, flexible courses for focused and dedicated individuals. The Meisner Technique acting course can be taken in conjunction with the Screen Acting course. Prerequisites: Interview. No minimum ATAR required. http://theactorspulse.com.au/acting-courses/meisner-technique-acting-classes Screen Acting Course - 10-week terms (ongoing) The Actors Pulse Screen Acting course is specifically designed to give actors the skills required to do the job consistently at an international level of acting. At the core of this course are the underlying principles of the Meisner Technique as well as classic structure of story and character breakdown. The course is broken up into three levels that build upon each other, allowing students to understand and develop one step at a time. The course is ongoing and students progress according to individual abilities. Subjects to be covered over the three levels: Story Shape Character Style Text Relationship Techniques for cold reading, screen tests, monologue, auditions and commercials Screen Acting course can be taken in conjunction with the Meisner Technique acting course. Prerequisites: Interview. No minimum ATAR required. http://theactorspulse.com.au/acting-courses/screen-acting-camera-course Australian Institute of Music (02) 9219 5444 www.aim.edu.au/courses/acting-theatre Bachelor of Performance - 2 years (6 trimesters) The Dramatic Arts department (formerly the Australian Academy of Dramatic Art - AADA), provides students with the unique opportunity to train professionally as actors, theatre-makers & producers. Students learn the craft of acting & gain 22 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
fundamental theatre-making skills in the areas of directing, design & technical production required for a professional career in the performing arts. www.aim.edu.au/courses/acting-theatre/bachelor-of-performance Canberra Academy of Dramatic Art (RTO 4059) 1300 908 905 admin@cada.net.au www.cada.net.au Certificate IV in Acting For Stage And Screen (10197NAT) This course offers you a rich foundation in acting for stage and screen. You’ll learn a range of acting techniques, improve your voice and movement skills, learn how to analyse a script, and gain experience in front of the camera. You’ll have opportunity to participate in a full stage performance and also smaller scenes and monologues in front of live audiences. We’ll introduce you to essential industry information, including how to source and perform well at auditions. Entry is through participation in a drama workshop. Advanced Diploma of Performance (10100NAT) Once you’ve completed the Certificate IV program, you can matriculate to the Advanced Diploma. To build a career as a professional actor, you need not only talent, but also technique and business nous. The aim of this course is to transform you into a versatile actor, able to embrace performance opportunities across a wide range of media. You’ll gain experience in different theatrical genres, screen acting, stage combat, TV presenting, and voiceover artistry. National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) (02) 9697 7600 info@nida.edu.au www.nida.edu.au Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) - 3 years NIDA’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) equips students with the specific knowledge and skills to pursue careers as actors across the breadth of today’s arts and entertainment industries – in main stage and smaller independent theatre companies, film, television and commercial arenas. An emphasis on collaborative and self-directed work throughout the course prepares students to engage with a wide range of communities and to initiate their own creative opportunities. Through practice-based learning, students develop technical skills in acting, voice, movement and music, acting for camera, microphone technique and screen-related skills. Students participate in classroom exercises, in-depth scenework, rehearsals and full-scale productions as they explore their individual talents and find their personal artistic voice. www.nida.edu.au/acting Vocational Diploma of Stage and Screen Performance - 9 months NIDA’s Vocational Diploma of Stage and Screen Performance is a 9-month foundation program giving students the skills to perform in live and recorded works, and the knowledge to collaborate with others to develop and create original works. Students also explore the multiplicity of roles, technologies and methodologies that exist within the theatre, film, television and digital industries. Training is practical, with classes in acting techniques, performance styles and production practices. The course puts students centre stage and in front of the camera, giving them the tools to develop their own stories for stage and screen. Content is delivered by NIDA staff and guest tutors from the performing arts industry. At the end of this course, graduates will have equally developed skills in acting and creating original works for stage and screen. www.nida.edu.au/courses/vet/stage-and-screen Sydney Theatre School 1300 551 432 info@sydneytheatreschool.com www.sydneytheatreschool.com Advanced Diploma of Arts (Acting) 10260NAT - 3 years full-time Sydney Theatre School is a Registered Training Organisation which was established in 2005. The school provides practical training for a professional acting career that’s production-based by design and industry-driven by nature. Under the guidance of expert teachers who are also experienced working actors and/or directors in theatre, film and television, students are constantly rehearsing and regularly performing on stage and screen throughout their program. We offer a fully accredited full-time course over three years leading to an Advanced Diploma of Arts (Acting) qualification. The course covers acting for both stage and screen; voice; movement; singing; theatre history; theatre skills; industry survival skills and more. Students graduate with a showreel and perform on stage for agents, casting directors and other industry www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 23
professionals. For those wishing to train over a shorter period of time we also offer a one-year part-time Foundation course in acting for stage and screen. Prerequisites: Entry by audition and interview University of New England (02) 6773 3755 akiernan@une.edu.au www.une.edu.au/about-une/academic-schools/school-of-arts/study-areas/theatre-studies Bachelor of Theatre Studies Bachelor of Arts (Major in theatre studies) Master of Applied Theatre Studies Master of Arts with Honours Doctor of Philosophy University of Newcastle Faculty of Educations and Arts, School of Creative Arts (02) 4921 8902 creativearts@newcastle.edu.au www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-arts/what-you-will-study/majors/creative-and-performing-arts Bachelor of Arts (Creative & Performing Arts) Doctor of Philosophy Drama and Performance If you are a creative type looking to sharpen your skills and explore new and intriguing areas of self-expression, this confidence-boosting and character-building major is for you. You can choose from a diverse range of visual art, drama and performance-making courses offered at the Callaghan and Central Coast campuses. Explore what it means to think creatively and how it can help you navigate an increasingly complex world. Visual artist, musician, writer and Creative Arts Lecturer Sean Lowry says this major attracts a wide range of academic abilities and that the most exciting element of the courses is unlocking every student's potential. Graduating with this major, you will be valued in the workplace for your: artistic and creative ability communication skills critical thinking project management skills technical knowledge understanding of group dynamics. Job opportunities exist in government and private sectors, as well as in other creative industries such as advertising, journalism, public relations and marketing." www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/bachelor/majors/arts/creative-and-performing-arts.htm Screenwise (RTO 91699) (02) 9281 4484 info@screenwise.com.au www.screenwise.com.au Diploma of Screen Acting (10065NAT) – 2 years full-time The Screenwise Diploma of Screen Acting is a two-year full-time comprehensive creative and technical screen acting program. With VET-FEE HELP available for eligible students, this course covers the full spectrum of skills required to produce a high calibre, professional screen actor. Based on the Roberts Method, the course mixes a strong academic element with a hard-nosed professionalism. With the majority of renowned acting schools in Australia focusing on theatre, Screenwise aims to provide students with 24 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
total focus and immersion training in the unique skills and techniques required for screen acting to meet the demands of today’s industry. Prerequisites: Applicants must be 18 years of age by course commencement. University of Wollongong School of the Arts, English and Media (02) 4221 3456 | 1300 367 869 lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au or uniadvice@uow.edu.au http://lha.uow.edu.au/taem Bachelor of Creative Arts (Theatre) (UAC 754609) - 3 years full time or part time equivalent Bachelor of Creative Arts (Theatre) Deans Scholar (UAC 754610) - 3 years full time or part time equivalent The study of theatre looks at how performers, props, lighting, special effects, movement, sound, music and text combine to create an experience or reflect the world to a live audience, in order to entertain and inform. It considers all elements of how the stage is presented to create atmosphere and impact. This flexible degree equips you with skills in a broad range of performance-related areas including stage craft, dramaturgy, theatre-making stage management and technical theatre. You will learn that theory and history are essential to your development as an informed, professional and self-reliant practitioner. You can also undertake units in playwriting through the creative writing program, in English if you’re interested in teaching, or in media arts or music production if you wish to enhance your media production skills. Prerequisites: Nil. Recommended studies in English and Drama http://go.uow.edu.au/bca-thea Bachelor of Performance (UAC 754800) - 3 years full time Bachelor of Performance Deans Scholar (UAC 754810) - 3 years full time The Bachelor of Performance at UOW is a specialist course that will develop you as a self-reliant, highly skilled performing artist through a practice-based program. Subjects will cover traditional interpretive actor training, developing your skills in voice, singing and movement, and focuses on both text-based and devised works for theatre and contemporary performance. You will study theatre-making with an emphasis on collaboration and ensemble practice. Subjects also build research skills and cover the history and theory of theatre. Prerequisites: Nil. Recommended studies in English and Drama http://go.uow.edu.au/bperf Doctor of Creative Arts (PhD) The Doctor of Creative Arts (DCA) is for students with a high level of professional experience who wish to extent their practice within a scholarly context. As a Creative Arts candidate you will have opportunities to work and study with artists and media practitioners in a vibrant research culture with significant opportunity for interdisciplinary and cross-art form collaboration. http://go.uow.edu.au/doctor-ca Excelsia College School of Drama (02) 9819 8888 info@excelsia.edu.au excelsia.edu.au Bachelor of Dramatic Art - 3 years full time, 6 years part time Subjects: Acting, Voice, Script Writing, Movement, Set Design, Costume Design, Sound, Lighting Design and Operation, Theatre Management, Stage Management, Film Project, Faith and the Contemporary Artist, Directing, Theatre Internship, Theatre History and Text Analysis Prerequisites: No ATAR, only completion of Year 12. The Actors Workshop Australia (07) 3891 1411 admin@theactorsworkshop.com.au www.theactorsworkshop.com.au Certificate IV in Film and Television Introduction to Acting Technique, Improvisation, Voice Training, Screen Acting for Camera, Monologues, Short Films, Role Plays, Work Experience. Prerequisites: Preferred Grade 12 completion. www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 25
Diploma of Film and Television Acting - 2 years Advanced Acting Technique, Character, Movement, Improvisation, Voice Studies, Screen Acting for Camera, Stage Combat, Host Presenting, Auditioning, Monologues, Critical Film Analysis, Short Films, Role Plays, Work Experience. Prerequisites: Preferred Grade 12 completion Advanced Diploma of Film, Television and Theatre Acting 2 years training. Advanced Acting Technique, Character, Movement, Improvisation, Voice Studies, Screen Acting for Camera, Stage Combat, Host Presenting, Auditioning, Monologues, Critical Film Analysis, Short Films, Role Plays, Work Experience, 2 year Theatre Program. Prerequisites: Preferred Grade 12 Griffith University 1800 154 055 Bachelor of Arts in Applied Theatre - 3 years full-time Designed for those who are committed and passionate about theatre, drama and performance work, this practical and creative course involves group collaborative workshops and small research groups. Industry professionals will teach you skills in devising theatre, acting and performance skills development, directing, staging major productions, understanding contemporary and historical theatre contexts, and developing applied theatre projects in community contexts. You'll also undertake a major work placement in the theatre industry or a related area, such as media. Exchange opportunities to prestigious universities in the UK, Canada and Taiwan are also available. Prerequisite: English (4SA) www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?programCode=1069 Master of Applied Theatre and Drama Education - 2 years full-time As a teacher, social worker or dramatic artist, these programs give you the knowledge and understanding of the pedagogy and practice of drama education and leadership skills. Prerequisites: Hold a bachelors degree from a recognised tertiary institution, possess demonstrated ability to benefit from a postgraduate level program, have satisfied the Admissions Committee in a qualifying test and/or interview and provide, if requested, written support from the employer. www148.griffith.edu.au/programs-courses/Program/OverviewAndFees?programCode=5462 Master of Applied Theatre and Drama Education with Honours - 3 years part-time As a teacher, social worker or dramatic artist, these programs give you the knowledge and understanding of the pedagogy and practice of drama education and leadership skills. Prerequisites: Hold a bachelors degree from a recognised tertiary institution, possess demonstrated ability to benefit from a postgraduate level program, have satisfied the Admissions Committee in a qualifying test and/or interview and provide, if requested, written support from the employer. www148.griffith.edu.au/programs-courses/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=5403 Bachelor of Education - Secondary (Drama) - 3.5 years full-time You’ll learn how to teach Drama and one other subject at secondary level. For your second subject, you can choose Computer Education, English, Geography, Health and Physical Education, History, Mathematics, Music, Science (Biology), Visual Arts or Learning Enhancement. You’ll undertake practicums in secondary schools to develop your teaching skills. www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=1397 Queensland University of Technology Creative Industries Faculty (07) 3138 8114 Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) - 3 years full-time The QUT acting course is the only undergraduate degree in acting in Queensland and is designed for those who want to become professional actors. This conservatoire-style acting course will educate, train and nurture your creative potential from a novice to a professional. It offers a rich program of study that fosters the development of bold, truthful, and passionate actors. You will develop your skill, craft, artistry and your humanity. Our staff are committed to offering you a learning environment that challenges and inspires you to be an innovative and imaginative actor. QUT actors work with professional film production companies and perform on stage in professional venues in a season of public productions. Your screen work will include both studio and on-location shoots. You will graduate as an employable stage and screen actor with an understanding of the profession, ready to identify your niche within it and join our many successful graduates within the industry. www.qut.edu.au/study/study-areas/study-acting 26 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Drama) - 3 years full-time The QUT drama course is for students interested in exploring practical careers in directing, designing, teaching, devising, creative producing and administration, or performing in a range of experimental theatre forms. It offers flexibility and breadth, combining creative experiences in performance making with highly relevant theoretical studies that will connect you with contemporary performance both nationally and globally. You will find yourself collaborating with talented industry professionals and students and the creative relationships you develop will establish the professional networks you will be drawing on throughout your career. A range of elective units are on offer to build skills in complementary areas choosing from other disciplines in the Creative Industries Faculty which may include film, TV and new media, creative writing, visual arts, or music, to name a few. Our most recent graduates are at the heart of the exciting growth in the independent theatre sector in Australia. Graduates work as event coordinators, festival organisers and administrators. Some establish companies with other graduates to create work for the independent theatre sector. Others have established successful careers as playwrights, artistic directors, directors and designers or performers working across a variety of genres including physical theatre or music. www.qut.edu.au/study/study-areas/study-drama University of Queensland (07) 3365 1111 www.uq.edu.au Drama Single Major Seeing and critiquing professional performance, reading plays from around the world and throughout the past 2000 years, honing your performance skills: these are all part of the Drama major. You will learn how to interpret theatre through time and space, but you will also be challenged to think about what constitutes performance, not only on the stage, but on the page and in everyday life. You will develop an understanding of the theatrical and literary aspects of drama, from ancient Greek classics to Medieval theatre to the most recent Australian and European plays. You do not have to audition but there are practical performance options at advanced level. www.uq.edu.au/study/plan.html?acad_plan=DRAMAX2320 University of Southern Queensland School of Arts and Communication 1800 269 500 study@usq.edu.au Bachelor of Creative Arts The Program offers: an exciting range of learning options and career pathways provides extensive opportunities for creative practice and performance a comprehensive selection of courses in dramatic theory in all courses the integration of theory and practice is paramount a solid foundation in arts business practice that is linked to industry and professional expectation mentored through a process of developing a project aligned to their career aspirations in the final year. In the first two years of a degree, students are supervised through a range of practical projects incorporating: children's and young peoples' theatre community theatre video production an introduction to the basic working language of the modern actor. www.usq.edu.au/handbook/2014/creative-arts-media/BCRA.html Also Honours Flinders Drama Centre Flinders University (08) 8201 2578 drama@flinders.edu.au http://flinders.edu.au/drama Acting (BCA) - 4 years The Flinders Drama Centre acting course is unique in Australia because it integrates the skillbased teaching of a drama school with the conceptual and analytical skills of a university. At www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 27
Flinders there is no artificial separation between the body and mind, emotion and intellect. Our degree programs prepare our graduates to be creative, articulate and adaptable artists in whatever area they work. Unlike many other acting courses in Australia, the Drama Centre places equal emphasis on screen and theatre acting. And for more than twentyfive years, former Flinders Drama students have made impressive contributions to Australian film, theatre and television. Among our graduates are winners of Australian Film Institute Best Actor and Actress awards, the New York Best Newcomer Award, Green Room Awards, South Australian Critics’ Circle Awards, and the Jill Blewitt Playwright prize. We even have an Academy Award nominee. Flinders graduates can be found throughout the performing and media arts in Australia, working successfully as writers, performers, directors, administrators and commentators. http://flinders.edu.au/ehl/drama/undergraduate-courses/acting/acting_home.cfm Drama Honours (BA) The Honours year in the BA is an opportunity to pursue an advanced program of study in Drama and to develop research skills by writing a thesis. The Honours program is available to all students with a major in Drama at Distinction level or better in their third year. An Honours degree is the usual requirement for admission to postgraduate study. It also offers valuable specialisation for students intending to teach Drama http://flinders.edu.au/ehl/drama/undergraduate-courses/drama-honours-ba.cfm Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama) - 3 years The aim of the course is to prepare students for a professional life by: equipping students with basic professional skills in the areas of major employment in the entertainment industry: realistic acting techniques, acting for screen, directing for theatre and screen, and music theatre introducing students to areas of development and increasing importance in the Australian industry: post-modern performance techniques, intercultural performance, and the interface between live performance and multimedia encouraging all students to work as conceptual artists through courses specialising in techniques of group devising, auto-performance and scriptwriting developing in students, through a comprehensive history and theory stream, an awareness of the relevance of these discourses to professional practice. www.flinders.edu.au/courses/rules/undergrad/bca/bca-drama.cfm##courseaims University of South Australia 1300 UNINOW study@unisa.edu.au Bachelor of Media Arts (Drama Major) https://my.unisa.edu.au/public/pcms/program.aspx?pageid=446&sid=1621&y=2013 Adelaide College of the Arts TAFE SA (08) 8463 5000 arts.adl@tafesa.edu.au acarts.edu.au Advanced Diploma of Arts (Acting) (10260NAT) If you are born to perform then take to the stage with the Advanced Diploma of Arts (Acting) (10230NAT) at Adelaide College of the Arts. You’ll learn to take centre stage in mainstream theatre, film and television and follow scores of our graduates in creating their own successful and innovative theatre as well as pursuing your interests in teaching, directing, producing and writing theatre. Our rigorous actor-training program incorporates the core disciplines of acting, voice and movement. Through projects in theatre-making, your third year will culminate in a main stage production. You’ll explore the specialised demands of acting on screen, with classes from first year onward culminating in exercises in television multi-camera in second year, and short films and professional showreel shoots in third year. Audition dates: Wednesday 9 November (early bird), Monday 28 November to Thursday 1 December. From 9am each day.
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University of Tasmania Tasmanian College of the Arts (Theatre) (03) 6324 4400 | 1300 363 864 TCotA.Theatre@utas.edu.au www.utas.edu.au/tcota Bachelor of Contemporary Arts (Theatre) CRICOS CODE 039207G - 3 years full time The three-year, BCA (Theatre) degree is part of an ongoing 40 year history of theatre and performance education in Tasmania. Studying with us will develop, expand and diversify your understanding of contemporary theatre practice as you become part of one of the nations leading sites for cultural and practical interaction and education in artistic pursuits: The Tasmanian College of the Arts (TCotA). Our Theatre students are exposed to key areas of performance, design, production, direction, voice, movement and devising. They are dedicated, passionate and part of a unique theatre family housed within the extraordinary surrounds of the Annexe Theatre complex at Inveresk, a working theatre space dedicated to the highest levels of research, design, rehearsal, production and performance practices. Prerequisites: Applicants are expected to have satisfied the University’s Admission requirements and will be required to present a portfolio of their work to be discussed at interview (overseas and interstate applicants may submit a digital portfolio). Deakin University 1300 DEGREE (1300 334 733) enquire@deakin.edu.au www.deakin.edu.au Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama) - 3 years Deakin’s Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama) offers you systematic exposure to collaborative possibilities between various art forms, the experience of bringing art forms together in major projects and training in creative arts enterprise and management. You will also receive grounding in the academic knowledge necessary to understand the arts and to create new forms of art. The program draws upon the expertise of its staff - who are active practitioners in their fields, and industry - through visiting, special guest and casual academic staff. The drama program will develop your skills in contemporary drama practices and perspectives. It is a dynamic combination of acting theory and practice, performance styles and processes, theatre history, text studies, community theatre and technical studies. Final year students are able to participate in performing arts (drama) internships. Deakin drama graduates have a well-deserved reputation for high levels of skill, flexibility and initiative. The course equips you with the skills to establish independent drama production companies and projects. www.deakin.edu.au/future-students/courses/course.php?course=A357&stutype=local La Trobe University 1300 135 045 www.latrobe.edu.au Bachelor of Creative Arts - 3 years This course provides a diverse range of subjects to help students shape and develop creative abilities - allowing them to explore creative practices while also preparing for professional roles in creative writing, performance and media arts. The curriculum combines practical work, critical thinking, research, and theoretical studies. It allows students to focus on specific areas of writing, performance, and media arts, and to combine subjects from these areas. Graduates have gone on to roles in a wide range of exciting careers in the arts, from screen-writing to acting, filmmaking and theatre production. www.latrobe.edu.au/courses/theatre-and-drama Monash University Monash University Academy of Performing Arts (03) 9902 6000 www.monash.edu.au Bachelor of Performing Arts - 3 years What do Academy Award-winning film producer Eva Orner, comedian Charlie Pickering, and playwright David Williamson have in common? They're all performing arts heavyweights who got their start with Monash. Walk in their footsteps with the most comprehensive theatre and performance program offered by any university in Australia. At Monash, we believe in learning by doing. As part of your degree you'll take part in cooperative productions which stretch your creative limits by combining two or more performing art forms - like musical theatre, dance-drama www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 29
productions or sound sculpture exhibitions. Benefit from fantastic facilities - our Performing Arts Centre contains a recital hall, drama theatre, music technology studios, an Early Music Room, an Asian Orchestras Room and a suite of practice studios. To polish your skills you can take part in the Monash Uni Student Theatre, and various productions with the Monash University Academy of Performing Arts. http://artsonline.monash.edu.au/theatre-performance Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Performing Arts - 4 years Can't get enough of the arts? Then this is the double degree for you. Mix music and theatre, and benefit from some of the best facilities in the world. Our School of Music - Conservatorium is consistently ranked among the best music schools in Australia. We attract individuals like Paul Grabowsky, the esteemed Australian pianist, jazz musician, conductor and composer, who has taken up a Vice-Chancellor's Professorial Fellowship in the School of Music from 2012. You will receive one-on-one instrumental teaching to develop your solo and ensemble performance skills. You'll have a number of opportunities to study overseas. For example, jazz and popular studies students travel to Italy and New York in alternate years to study and perform with world-renowned musicians such as James Morrison, Claire Bowditch, Don Burrows, Vince Jones, George Garzoni and Aaron Goldberg. Our performing arts degree is the largest comprehensive theatre and performance program offered by an Australian university. Be inspired by staff members like Dr Jane Montgomery Griffiths, who has been invited to participate in PlayWriting Australia's 2012 National Script Workshop - a prestigious invitation giving her the chance to disseminate her research at a national level with industry professionals. With both of these degrees, you will benefit from fantastic facilities - our Performing Arts Centre contains a recital hall, drama theatre, music technology studios, an Early Music Room, an Asian Orchestras Room and a suite of practice studios (with quality pianos). www.monash.edu.au/study/coursefinder/course/3054 Diploma of Arts Certificate in Theatre 16th Street Actors Studio (03) 9533 0216 admin@16thstreet.com.au www.16thstreet.com.au Youth Program - Three Terms 16th Street’s Youth Program runs on Sundays from 10am to 1pm, 8 weeks per term for 14 to 16 year olds. The Youth Program will empower you to find your voice and share your stories through exploring some of the challenges teenagers are currently faced with. We encourage you to trust your unique opinions and ideas and to celebrate your differences. Prerequisites: Entry by Audition. Auditions - Dec/Jan 2016/2017 Full Time Program - One year In the one-year Program at 16th Street you will develop the vocal, physical and imaginative vitality to live fully on stage and you will learn how to integrate these skills with an intimacy that is required for film performance. 16th Street fosters a spirit of generosity, a dedicated work ethic and a respect for the craft of acting. We believe actors must have the skill and ability to work in all mediums of our industry. Prerequisites: Entry is by Audition and Interview Auditions - June 22nd - 27th 2016 Part Time Program - 18 months The Part Time Program is modelled on 16th Street’s Full Time Program and incorporates many of the same disciplines. It is defined by the same ethos and objectives, delivered over 18 months. This program is designed to support you to train on a part time yet intensive basis, due to the needs of your other work commitments. The part time program is one of the most comprehensive acting programs in Australia. It requires dedication and commitment. Prerequisites: Entry is by Audition and Interview Auditions - Nov 27th - Dec 1st 2016
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Federation University Arts Academy 1800 FED UNI (1800 333 864) info@federation.edu.au www.federation.edu.au/performingarts Bachelor of Acting for Stage and Screen - 3 years Take the first step towards your career under lights and in front of the camera. Our degree offers an intensive training program where you will develop acting, voice and movement skills to a professional level. You'll be based at our Camp Street Campus - a dynamic hub for our creative students. You'll develop your acting, voice and movement skills in order to be competitive in the arts industry. You will also learn the practical skills of working with agents and preparing for auditions and screen tests. Studio classes are taught by respected artists who work, or have worked, in the industry themselves, ensuring that the perspective gained by emerging performers is relevant, vigorous and contemporary. Federation University also offers a 3 year full time Bachelor of Music Theatre. See listing in the Musical Theatre section. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of VCE (or equivalent) Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English. Applicants are selected by audition and interview (the audition process is managed separately to the application process). The National Theatre Drama School (03) 9534 0223 Fax: (03) 9593 6366 drama@nationaltheatre.org.au http://drama.nationaltheatre.org.au Advanced Diploma of Acting - 3 years full-time The first year of the course focuses primarily on the physical and vocal development of the actor. Voice classes, movement techniques, the actor’s body all form the basis of the initial studies. The concentrated study of text work begins in the second semester of this year. In this second year the skills and techniques of devising original work are added to the on-going text-based practice along with the basic skills and techniques of screen acting. Rehearsal techniques for live performance are the focus of the first play project which takes place in the final term. In the third year the focus is on preparation for entering the industry. Advanced screen acting and audition techniques, refinement of live performance skills and the development of performance-creation and presentation techniques are directed towards career development following graduation. Preparatory Course - 6 months part-time A new part-time short-course provides opportunities to experience the range of disciplines and skills needed for a professional career on stage or screen, before committing to higher-level study. Working with respected Industry professionals, students undertake classes in movement, voice, improvisation, text study, and stage and screen acting. Class sizes are capped so that students receive the maximum attention and encouragement and are given the best chance to fully explore their training potential. Subject areas include: improvisation, stage acting, text analysis, movement for actors, voice and singing, industry knowledge, screen acting basics There are two annual intakes (February and June) and places are allocated by audition in December and May each year. Victorian College of the Arts The University of Melbourne 13 MELB http://vca.unimelb.edu.au Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre Practice) - 3 years The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre Practice) is an intensive actor training program where you will develop into an autonomous artist, able to interpret established texts as well as generate and perform new material. The program provides a studio-based learning environment where you are encouraged to develop holistically as an actor. Our philosophy and practice is centred on the development of independent artists who possess a passion for theatre and a desire to contribute meaningfully to the evolution of the art form. We employ an expansive, progressive use of the term ‘actor’ that builds upon the idea of a performer who interprets existing text. Our definition also recognises the actor as an artist with agency to generate new performances. The structure of the course allows intensive skills training and practice to take place alongside rehearsal processes and a wide variety of performance situations. Collaborative practice is regarded as an important element of contemporary theatre and is therefore integral to our training. In the first year you integrate imagination, voice and body skills and apply these in a range of performance contexts. The second year continues to develop your kinaesthetic and perceptual awareness in performance. You work in scene studies, www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 31
studio performances, and collaborative theatre-making processes from conception through to rehearsal and performance. By third year you will have consolidated a working methodology as an autonomous actor, which is showcased to agents, directors and producers in an exclusive performance in Melbourne and Sydney. You also complete a number of performance projects culminating in a festival of new work, and will gain a competence in your ability to research and articulate your practice and consideration of performance and theatre. Our graduates work at all levels of the theatre, film and television industries, and are renowned for their capacity to work creatively and collaboratively, in both traditional and ground-breaking performance contexts. Students establish careers in professional theatre, community arts and education, film, television, radio, new media and education. https://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/bachelor-of-fine-arts-theatre-practice/overview Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) (Theatre Practice) Master of Fine Arts (Theatre Practice) Doctor of Philosophy (Theatre) Act 1 School for Young Actors 0413 877 342 info@act1school.com www.act1school.com Acting Classes for Kids and Teens - 8 week terms Act 1 is the new generation of drama education for kids and teens. With locations in Richmond and Point Cook, we offer accessible, structured, acting classes for kids and teens. Our curriculum is based on years of training, hard work and experience of professional actors. At Act 1, we teach the relevant skills needed during rehearsal, on set and in the theatre. We provide a supportive and happy learning environment, where the self-expression of all students is valued and respected, allowing them to build self-esteem and self-confidence. By working with other students as a creative team, problem solving, communication and collaboration skills improve. And best of all, students learn through the exhilarating experience of creative expression. Talent Company of Australia (TCA) Stage School Australia (03) 9384 2963 agent@talentcompany.com.au www.talentcompany.com.au Screen Acting Short Courses - 8 to 10 weeks The TCA has recently introduced Screen Acting Short Courses as ongoing programmes of Stage School Australia. The TCA’s new Short Courses are a great way for young people aged from 10-18 to gain intensive, concentrated learning in Screen Acting techniques. With personalised classes in groups of no more than 14, these weekly sessions provide specific instruction in particular areas of acting. These classes are great for both Drama and Musical Theatre students to learn more of what it takes to succeed on the large and small screens! WAAPA Edith Cowan University 134 ECU (134 328) Outside Australia: +61 8 6304 0000 enquiries@ecu.edu.au Bachelor of Arts (Acting) Studying acting at WAAPA is an inspiring and all-consuming experience. The Acting course provides graduates with the skills and experience required to engage in professional theatre practice and contemporary screen work. The program trains students as a theatre ensemble. The ensemble develops performance skills in acting, voice and movement by exploring a wide range of works and performance styles, as well as through improvisation and devising original works. While theatre is the core focus of the course, students are also trained in acting for television, film and radio. Working 32 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
with guest artists and leading industry practitioners facilitates the transition from student to professional life. Full-scale acting productions provide the opportunity for students to collaborate with their WAAPA peers from other disciplines, such as Production and Design, and learn more about the complete theatrical production process. Our Acting course has an international reputation for excellence, built on the success of graduates such as Hugh Jackman, Jai Courtney, Frances O’Connor, Marcus Graham, Rachael Maza, Dominic Purcell, and William McInnes. These and many other WAAPA alumni have established careers in theatre, film, television and radio both in Australia and internationally. Prerequisites: Applications are submitted directly to WAAPA via the Online Admission System. Admission is based on audition and interview and will be held in November-December annually. Students will be assessed on their ability to meet the technical requirements of the course and their suitability for the industry. The audition will include a thorough assessment of acting skills. www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/courses-and-admissions/our-courses/disciplines/acting Certificate IV In Aboriginal Theatre This accredited course is a one year vocational program integrating the fundamentals of song, dance and acting from an Aboriginal perspective. A course assisting students wishing to enter the entertainment industry from an Aboriginal perspective, who may be hampered by a lack of tuition at an appropriate level in one or more of the areas of song, dance and acting. The course assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to gain admission into mainstream theatre training programs in Australia and to enhance the student’s ability to audition for and perform roles in theatre, musical theatre, television and film. On completion of the course, students will have integrated dance, singing and acting into a performance skill. They will have acquired a basic knowledge of Indigenous culture in the context of performance, visual art and writing and they will be more aware of the communication skills necessary to gain employment and function as a professional artist. Prerequisites: Applications are submitted directly to WAAPA via the Online Application System. Admission is based on an audition and interview (no acting or performing experience is required). WAAPA 3rd year Acting production of Les Liasions Dangereuses. Photo: Jon Green.
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Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School +64 4 381 9251 apply@toiwhakaari.ac.nz www.toiwhakaari.ac.nz Bachelor of Performing Arts (Acting) - 3 years full-time The Bachelor of Performing Arts (Acting) is a three year intensive degree programme that is designed to train a Responsive Actor. This is an actor who has the courage, skill and flexibility to meet any opportunity as they build a career in the arts. As an actor in training at Toi Whakaari you will work across screen and live performance in class, studio and realised productions.
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Australian Institute of Music (02) 9219 5444 enquiries@aim.edu.au www.aim.edu.au Bachelor of Entertainment Management - 2 years This course combines excellent business management education with a creative focus. Course content meets the demands of today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving entertainment industry, examining both the artistic and the commercial sides of the business, as well as exploring the dynamic between the two. The degree has a strong focus on the commercial music industry, but also considers the not-for-profit sector. www.aim.edu.au/courses/entertainment-management/bachelor-of-entertainment#sthash.7sckbH41.dpuf Bachelor of Music This degree combines music business AND musical instrument studies. The Entertainment Management teaching staff of AIM are active and successful music industry and entertainment management specialists, with extensive national and international experience. They are highly respected individuals who are passionate about developing talented industry professionals. www.aim.edu.au/courses/entertainment-management#sthash.UJjLc0F3.dpuf University of Technology Sydney School of Business Certificate in Executive Management (Short Course) www.business.uts.edu.au/acem/pdfs/ecem_sydney_brochure_for_web_march12.pdf National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) (02) 9697 7600 info@nida.edu.au www.nida.edu.au Master of Fine Arts (Cultural Leadership) - 1 year full time, 30 months part time NIDA’s Master of Fine Arts (Cultural Leadership) offers a unique opportunity for creative professionals from all backgrounds to take their career to the next level and start their journey as a cultural leader. This landmark course draws on NIDA’s national and international connections to create study pathways balancing practice-based learning with theoretical frameworks. Students will engage with practitioners and innovators from different cultural sectors, whilst cultivating their own strategic vision for our creative community. Access the course is available to professionals from a range of arts and cultural sectors, including the performing arts, visual arts, museums, galleries, libraries, archives and those working in the cultural areas within local authorities and government organisations. All Cultural Leadership students will undertake an international placement during the final months of their enrolment. www.nida.edu.au/cultural-leadership TAFE Queensland Gold Coast (07) 5581 8300 http://tafegoldcoast.edu.au Diploma of Music Business Give students a thorough grounding in the business side of the music industry. Whether you would like to manage a band or music company this course will assist you in living your dream! This accredited program is designed to give music professionals the working knowledge to take their place in the music business industry is delivered by experienced and qualified teachers who are actively involved in the music industry. http://tafegoldcoast.edu.au/course/creative-arts/11528/diploma-music-business Queensland University of Technology (07) 3138 2000 askqut@qut.edu.au Bachelor of Creative Industries - 3 years full-time This unique course provides diverse knowledge, creativity and practical skills across a range of industries and practice to prepare you for a career as a creative professional. Core units provide well-developed communication, project management and digital media skills, an up-to-date insight into the creative economy, and an appreciation of creative 36 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
collaboration. Your Work Integrated Learning (WIL) units in your final year will prepare you for your creative career as an entrepreneur, consultant, project manager or creative professional, or give you the hunger for higher degree research. In addition to your creative industries major (13 to choose from) you select a second major to develop a significant depth of knowledge and skill in two discipline areas, including options in business or design. Alternatively, you might prefer to develop a breadth of knowledge across three discipline areas by adding two minors to your chosen creative industries major. Your combination of study options makes your course unique. www.qut.edu.au/study/courses/bachelor-of-creative-industries Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Creative Industries - 4 years full-time This double degree provides additional Business studies to your Bachelor of Creative Industries, giving you even more flexibility in your career options. Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as:  entertainment industries producer  events manager  entertainment marketing professional www.qut.edu.au/study/courses/bachelor-of-businessbachelor-of-creative-industries Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Creative Industries - 4 years University of South Australia Business School (08) 8302 0935 kellie.willason@unisa.edu.au Graduate Diploma and Masters in Cultural Management. In the Graduate Diploma, students will cover arts law, marketing, finance, strategic management, people management, grant writing, managing boards, leadership in the arts, introduction to cultural policy, business planning and other contemporary management issues. The Masters program builds on the Graduate Diploma and can be completed by undertaking additional course work. UniSA graduates work in many and varied positions both in Australia and internationally. Management positions in museums, galleries, symphony orchestras, ballet companies, opera companies, theatre companies and arts centres and festivals are just some of the exciting opportunities open to graduates. http://programs.unisa.edu.au/public/pcms/program.aspx?pageid=98&sid=608 Music SA (08) 8218 8444 daniel@musicsa.com.au Certificate III In Music Business http://musicsa.com.au/articles/coursesart/2012/bandmanagement.aspx Victoria University (03) 9919 6100 Bachelor of Business (Music) This course will help you gain a comprehensive understanding of the business of music. You will learn to plan and promote music events, arrange and negotiate deals, and gain a full understanding of the nature of music copyrights. With strong connections with current industry participants, the Bachelor of Business Music Industry specialisation is widely recognised for producing graduates with business acumen and entrepreneurial flair. The Bachelor of Business gives you options to tailor your learning to your specific needs. All students study a common first year which is complemented in second and third years by specialisations in either two business disciplines, or a single specialisation and an area of study. www.vu.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-business-music-industry-bbus-bspmui Australian Institute of Music enquiries@aim.edu.au www.aim.edu.au Bachelor of Entertainment Management - 2 years www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 37
This course combines excellent business management education with a creative focus. Course content meets the demands of today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving entertainment industry, examining both the artistic and the commercial sides of the business, as well as exploring the dynamic between the two. The degree has a strong focus on the commercial music industry, but also considers the not-for-profit sector. www.aim.edu.au/courses/entertainment-management/bachelor-of-entertainment#sthash.7sckbH41.dpuf WAAPA Edith Cowan University 134 ECU (134 328) Outside Australia: (61 8) 6304 0000 enquiries@ecu.edu.au Bachelor of Arts Management WAAPA offers the only full-time undergraduate Arts Management course in Australasia. The course has an international reputation for excellence built on the success of its graduates who have found work as arts managers in events, production, venues, finance, sponsorship, marketing, publicity, promotion and human resources, both in Australia and internationally. Provides a foundation in business theory and practice for the arts industry. The program is specifically industry focused and designed to give students the knowledge and skills to work in a diverse range of art forms and organisations including theatre companies, venues, dance companies, exhibitions, galleries, concerts and festivals. An emphasis on academic study and experiential practice gives students the opportunity to apply theory to practical situations and workplace scenarios by developing their understanding of art forms and processes within various arts organisations. By studying at WAAPA, students have opportunities for practical experience and during the later stages of the degree, practical experience is gained in the wider arts industry. It is expected that graduates from the course will possess a high level of management expertise, together with leadership abilities, human resources skills and a broad knowledge of the arts industry which will enable them to function as Arts Managers in an intelligent, effective and sensitive manner. Admission Requirements: Applications are submitted to both TISC and WAAPA (via the Online Application System). Admission is based on an interview. Individual interviews are conducted to provide information about the applicant’s experiences, motivation and goals. It is important that prospective students already have an interest and background in the arts as well as a commitment to extending their knowledge in management and the arts In general. Careers: General Manager, Arts Marketing Manager, Audience Development Manager, Sponsorship Manager, Business Development Manager, Communications Manager, Program Manager, Venue Manager, Producer, Events Coordinator. Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School +64 4 381 9251 apply@toiwhakaari.ac.nz www.toiwhakaari.ac.nz Bachelor of Performing Arts (Management) - 3 years In the performing arts every production has a different working model; this requires managers to be adaptable, flexible and skilled at leading teams through a creative process. Understanding all aspects of the craft and being able to empower people to work to their strengths is key.
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Ariel’s Dream (2009). NICA
NICA (03) 9214 6975 info@nica.com.au www.nica.com.au NICA’s courses are accredited by Swinburne University of Technology. CRICOS provider code 00111D TOID 3059 Bachelor of Circus Arts (BA-CIRCA1) - 3 years full-time NICA's core program is a three year full-time Bachelor of Circus Arts degree course. It is the highest level of accredited circus training available in Australia. Through the vocationally-oriented degree, NICA strives to produce highly employable, skilled and creative artists who will be respected nationally and internationally in the global circus and physical theatre industry. Subject areas: Circus basics such as tumbling, handstands, flexibility, manipulation, aerial and partner work Group acts: adagio, group aerial, group juggling, hoop-diving and teeterboard Specialty apparatus Fitness, strength and conditioning Performance skills: acting, improvisation, mask, clown and voice Movement skills: ballet, contemporary dance, hip-hop, jazz and contact dance History and culture of circus Circus business and career management Technical aspects of circus production, equipment and safety in the circus environment Basic anatomy, physiology, nutrition and sports psychology. Prerequisites: The successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent. Applicants should have a background in performing arts, physical theatre, youth circus, dance, acrobatic sports or gymnastics. Entry into NICA is by audition, interview and successful completion of a medical assessment. Applicants must apply to audition. Certificate IV in Circus Arts (10111NAT) - 1 year full-time The Certificate IV in Circus Arts provides training in preliminary level circus skills and knowledge. This course is suitable for aspiring circus artists seeking a qualification and as a pathway for further learning. The Certificate IV can be used for preparation for the Bachelor of Circus Arts course. It is also suitable for those teaching in social or community circuses, www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 39
who wish to acquire more specific circus skills training. This training may be delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Some students may be eligible for a Government subsidised place. Subject areas: Circus basics such as tumbling, handstands, flexibility, manipulation, aerial and partner work Circus group acts such as adagio, group aerial, group juggling, hoop-diving Preliminary circus specialties may include but not limited to; static and swinging trapeze, tissu, rope, handstands, tightwire, contortion, Chinese pole, rolla bolla, juggling, hula hoops, and clowning Fitness, strength and conditioning for circus performers Performance and movement skills Heritage and traditions of circus and application to circus practice Safety in the circus environment Basic anatomy, physiology, and nutrition. Prerequisites: Applicants for the Certificate IV in Circus Arts are expected to have: A demonstrated capacity in learning, reading, writing, oracy and numeracy competencies to Level 3 of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF); successful completion of the Certificate III in Circus Arts (10110NAT); or proven ability to undertake circus arts study at AQF Certificate IV level through undertaking an audition to demonstrate technical and artistic skills in the following areas (to NICA Circus Arts Education and Training Benchmark Introductory Elementary Level E): fitness and conditioning, flexibility, handstands, tumbling, strength, manipulation, demonstration of body alignment, and performance skills, and participants must be physically able to undertake the qualification. Provision of medical evidence of suitability for circus training may be required. Certificate III in Circus Arts (10110NAT) - 2 years part time The Certificate III in Circus Arts offers young people the opportunity to gain a nationally-recognised qualification in Circus Arts. The course provides basic training in contemporary circus arts for students who wish to pursue a career as a circus performer. The Certificate III can be used for preparation for Certificate IV in Circus Arts and as an entry level qualification in circus arts. To be considered for the Certificate III in Circus Arts, students must plan to combine NICA training with Year 11 or 12 studies at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School (VCASS). Subject areas: Circus basics such as tumbling, handstands, flexibility, manipulation, aerial and partner work Fitness, strength and conditioning for circus performers Performance and movement skills for circus performers. Prerequisites: Applicants for the Certificate III in Circus Arts are expected to: Have completed Year 10, and undertake an audition that includes the demonstration of basic technical and/or artistic skills in some of the following areas: flexibility, handstands, tumbling, strength, manipulation, demonstration of body alignment, performance skills, and be physically able to undertake the qualification - provision of medical evidence of suitability for circus training may be required. WA Circus School (08) 9335 5370 info@circuswa.com www.circuswa.com Variety of term and casual classes Classes range from 1hr classes to 2hr classes Circus WA offers a range of Term classes catering for young children (2+) years through to adults. Whether you’d like to learn how to juggle, spin plates, walk a tight-wire, hang from a trapeze or ascend the silks, you’ll find something to challenge and excite you at the Space. We also have casual conditioning classes and regular Master-classes for professional and aspiring Circus performers, dancers, gymnasts and fitness enthusiasts. For more information and prerequisites for each class, please visit our website.
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Creation of NIDA’s “The Fountain” installation at Sydney Vivid Festival.
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TAFE SA On Cats Stage Scenic mechanist Li Hon Wai has spent 10 years working continuously on productions of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats throughout Asia.
Hon Wai’s expertise is in installing and maintaining the Cats set design, including the mechanics behind its moving parts, which often change from theatre to theatre. The Hong Kong resident came to Adelaide to study English in 2002, and quickly saw the opportunities offered at TAFE SA. He graduated in 2006 from TAFE SA’s Adelaide College of the Arts with an Advanced Diploma of Design for Live Production, Theatre and Events. “TAFE SA provided the tools I needed for an international career in theatre and I am really grateful for the experience gained at the College as an international student,” Hon Wai said. “I left Adelaide having learned English, as well as discovering my passion for technical production and set
Live Production graduate Li Hon Wai and Adelaide College of the Arts lecturer Casey Vansebille catch up on stage at the Adelaide Festival Centre’s production of Cats.
design, which has led to a great career.” Cats brought him back to Adelaide this year for the second time in a decade, prompting an on-set reunion with his TAFE SA lecturer Casey Vansebille, who still works in arts at the College. Casey said Hon Wai was always dedicated to producing high-quality
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work, often putting in many extra hours. “I can remember his graduating design work being a stunning set for King Lear, where he converted the mainstage into a derelict London underground tube station,” Casey said. Live production design students collaborate with Performing Arts on several acting and dance shows each year, while technicians also work on live music gigs. Students work with Adelaide’s best directors, choreographers, theatre and film makers.
Toi Whakaari, New Zealand’s drama school, has become a popular destination for Australian students. Two of them explain why. Andrew Eddy learnt about Toi Whakaari at a workshop held in Sydney last year for prospective acting and design students. The Canberra actor made it through Toi Whakaari’s audition process to commence as a 1st Year actor this year. “I also auditioned for NIDA and WAAPA but, thinking about it, I still would have come to Toi,” he says. “I had a great experience at the call-back auditions. [Toi] didn’t feel like a locked box or a big secret, and every day I get a better idea of what the school offers.” A veteran of Canberra Youth Theatre, Andrew initially heard about Toi Whakaari through CYT’s relationship with Wellington’s Long Cloud Youth Theatre. He also performed with the National University Theatre Society while studying for his combined English and Law degree at ANU, but his Toi experience is very different to his time at university. “There are no essays at Toi Whakaari,” he laughs. “The work is much more self-directed and collaborative.” Andrew’s first major project for the year was a drama history exercise. “It involves working with five other first year acting, design, costume and management students, researching a period of theatre history (Greeks in our case) and then performing a response a new work re-contextualising the old
Aussies Call Toi Whakaari Home for today.” Alannah Martin, from Ashburton, Victoria, chose Toi Whakaari because two of her best friends were enjoying the costume construction course so much. This year all three of Toi’s Australian costume students represented the school at the Wellington Armageddon entertainment expo. “I’ve always loved costume,” she says, “but there are not many costume courses in Australia - it’s mostly
fashion. Toi is about more than just sewing costumes - Toi teaches you how to collaborate. Twice a week we have Kōiwi - a whole school meeting. There are discussions, guests, and students show what they are working on.” Toi Whakaari shares the Te Whaea National Dance and Drama Centre building with the New Zealand School of Dance so there are opportunities to work with dancers and choreographers too. “The costume course is very practical. I’ve just been doing a printing and dying class with Donna, one of our tutors. ‘This is how you use the tools, now just go for it, experiment and have fun,’ she told us.”
Toi Whakaari offers degrees in acting, design for stage and screen, performing arts management and a diploma in costume construction for stage and screen. The school is planning to introduce a diploma in set and prop construction in 2017.
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National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) (02) 9697 7600 info@nida.edu.au www.nida.edu.au Bachelor of Fine Arts (Costume) - 3 years NIDA’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (Costume) offers education and training in costume construction, management and research in a collaborative environment. Students are introduced to the techniques required to produce creative works integral to the role of a costume professional, including costume construction, tailoring, pattern making, period cutting, draping, costume management, millinery and leatherwork. Students learn to apply their skills in increasingly complex situations through practical workshops, exhibitions, installations and research projects, as well as full-scale productions in collaboration with designers and performers. New and non-traditional materials and techniques are explored, and students gain experience of how to manage budgets and supervise a costume department, including through an industry placement. www.nida.edu.au/costume Bachelor of Fine Arts (Design for Performance) - 3 years NIDA’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (Design for Performance) equips students with the knowledge and skills to respond to design briefs as set, costume or lighting designers. Recognising that a professional designer requires knowledge and ability across a wide variety of skills, students undertake specialist education and training in design for sets, costumes, properties and lighting, as well as accumulating technical skills in model-making, rendering, virtual visualisation techniques, manual drafting, computer-aided drafting (CAD) and life drawing. Students also investigate the social, historical and cultural contexts informing contemporary art, architecture and design, the history of costume and clothing, colour theory and lighting theory. Students learn in a collaborative environment through workshops, conceptual and realised projects, and major designs for productions, exhibitions and installations, as well as an industry placement. www.nida.edu.au/design Bachelor of Fine Arts (Properties and Objects) - 3 years NIDA’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (Properties and Objects) introduces students to prop-making and object-making techniques, such as drawing, metalwork, woodwork, sculpture, mould-making, pattern-making, scenic art, technical drawing, puppetry, prosthetics, electronics, joinery, set dressing, film studies and model-making. As they progress through the course, students explore areas such as costume jewellery, architectural models, computeraided design, graphics software and 3D modelling for digital manufacturing. Students undertake sculpture, film model, furniture and puppetry projects as well as supervising properties production for NIDA’s full-scale student productions. The course includes an industry placement, and students are also introduced to communication, presentation, research and self-evaluation techniques as well as financial management skills, sustainable practice and the fundamentals of work health and safety (WHS). www.nida.edu.au/properties Bachelor of Fine Arts (Staging) - 3 years NIDA’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (Staging) teaches students how to create environments in which performances take place. This is as varied as creating the platform performers stand on, the rigging structures for lighting and sound systems or live concerts or the interiors of a theatrical production or screen projects, among others. The course equips students with an understanding of all aspects of staging in terms of creating a production. This includes current staging practice, stage engineering, stage rigging and automation, risk and project management, as well as a broader theoretical and contextual knowledge of theatre, arts and culture. In the third year, students take on leadership roles as construction managers or technical managers for NIDA’s full-scale productions where they work alongside the Design students to bring the set and lighting concepts to life, and also undertake an industry placement. www.nida.edu.au/staging Master of Fine Arts (Design for Performance) - 15 months NIDA’s Master of Fine Arts (Design for Performance) offers creative practitioners opportunities to explore new technologies, practices and ideas in design for a range of cultural practice including theatre, opera, dance, live performance, screen and events. The course is open to design practitioners wishing to specialise and gain a higher qualification. It will provide a ‘hot house’ environment where designers of sets, costumes and lighting can come together to collaborate with directors, writers, performers and other creative professionals, inspiring long-lasting creative unions and networks. 44 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
Centred around three major projects, this course will see students collaborate in teams to design sets, costumes and lighting for NIDA’s bi-annual production programs; and undertake a research project, where students will be introduced to the concepts and methods of practice-based research as it applies to the exploration and investigation of the performing arts. The course also includes an international field trip. www.nida.edu.au/design-for-performance Victorian College of the Arts The University of Melbourne 13 MELB Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production) Students major in one of three areas: Performance Technology, Stage Management or Design Realisation, whilst still being exposed to all aspects of performance production - set, costume, lighting, multimedia and sound technology and design, workshop and costume construction, and stage and production management. Intensive delivery of skills and practice takes place through studio based training and direct application of these skills to rehearsals and productions. The course provides students with the opportunity to participate in productions staged within the VCA - in the School of Performing Arts (collaborations with Dance and Theatre) and Music Theatre projects; and beyond the VCA through projects and secondments with professional companies. Graduates of this course have a tradition of high employment success. Graduates demonstrate capacities for artistic imagination, creativity, transformation and interpretation. They work at various levels, both as an individual and as a team member, in a wide variety of visual/performing arts environments including: work on large-scale events; major festivals; theatre, dance and music theatre productions. http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/bachelor-of-fine-arts-production/overview Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) (Production) http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/bachelor-of-fine-arts-honours-production/overview Master of Design for Live Performance http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/master-of-design-for-performance/overview Masters of Fine Arts (Production) http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/master-of-fine-arts-production/overview WAAPA Edith Cowan University PH: 134 ECU (134 328) enquiries@ecu.edu.au Advanced Diploma of Live Production and Management Services Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services WAAPA’s Production and Design programs prepare students in a range of interpretive and technical theatre disciplines through teaching methods designed to recognise and refine the skills and potential of each individual. Unparalleled in any other Australasian arts training institution, WAAPA provides Production and Design students with the greatest diversity of ‘on the job’ theatrical experiences. Our students have access to simulated industry training in the design, construction and management of the Academy’s annual repertoire of 30 plus productions, utilising our seven diverse performance venues, as well as numerous external performance spaces. WAAPA’s professionally staffed and equipped workshop and wardrobe facilities, along with state-of-the-art lighting and sound studios, give students immediate ‘hands-on’ access to all production development, construction and staging processes associated with the most up-to-date industry expectation and practice. Incorporating a provocative mix of national and international professional directors, teachers and supervisors, WAAPA’s year-long season of drama, music theatre, dance, opera, films and jazz, classical and contemporary music concerts gives our Production and Design graduates the winning edge in preparation for a seamless transition into a wide range of careers within the creative and technical industries both here and abroad. Prerequisites: Applications are submitted directly to WAAPA via the Online Admission System. Admission is based on portfolio and interview.
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Advanced Diploma of Live Production For Theatre and Events (Design) - 3 years This course provides training in the principles, techniques and processes required in designing for live theatrical performance. Design studio classes in each year level expose students to increasingly challenging design projects, thereby providing the opportunity to refine processes in visualization, script analysis, research, idea generation, concept development and design presentation. Final year productions give students the opportunity to present their designs for scenery, props and costumes to the public through the Academy’s annual performance program. www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/courses-and-admissions/our-courses/disciplines/design Props & Scenery - 3 years The Props and Scenery course is available to those students who demonstrate potential for, and wish to acquire expertise in, the technical and production aspects of the entertainment industry. The program is structured to provide skills and experience consistent with the growing needs of this industry. The Props and Scenery course includes aspects of scenery and properties construction, scenic painting, metal fabrication, upholstery and technical and general drawing. Students gain experience in handling scenery, scenery flying and the general backstage skills of the mechanist as they are closely involved in the practical work of live production including film and television on a regular basis. www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/courses-and-admissions/our-courses/disciplines/props-and-scenery Adelaide College of the Arts TAFE SA (08) 8463 5000 arts.adl@tafesa.edu.au acarts.edu.au Adelaide College of the Arts courses in stage management, audio/sound, lighting, staging and vision, set props and scenic art give you a great foundation for a professional career in the entertainment, arts, events and related industries. You will collaborate with performing artists on several acting and dance shows each year, and technicians also work on live music performances. Certificate III in Live Production and Services (CUA30413) Backstage careers start with this course which is available in three streams: lighting, sound, staging and vision, set building, props making and scenic art, stage management. Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services (CUA40413) This course prepares you for a career in the entertainment, performing arts, concert, film production, festivals and events industries. You can choose one of the following study streams: construction (props, set, scenic art), design (props, set, scenic art, costume, and design), stage management (audio/sound, lighting, staging, props, stage management) and technical (audio/sound, lighting, and staging). Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services (CUA50413) This qualification will prepare you for employment in leadership roles in the entertainment, performing arts, concert, film production, festivals and events industries. Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School +64 4 381 9251 apply@toiwhakaari.ac.nz www.toiwhakaari.ac.nz Diploma in Costume Construction for Theatre, Film and Allied Industries - 2 years The Diploma in Costume Construction is the only tertiary course in New Zealand that specialises in costume construction for stage and screen. The course is taught by some of today’s best industry professionals and aims to provide students with skills in all forms of costume construction and production, leading to employment in film, theatre and allied industries. Bachelor of Design (Stage and Screen) - 3 years Performance designers are visual directors: they initiate, collaborate and create ideas using images to express themselves. They become skilled in developing these ideas into three-dimensional worlds for films and live performances. Designers weave their own artistic process alongside the methods used by directors, writers, divisors, makers and performers.
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Brent Street 1300 013 708 info@brentstreet.com.au www.brentstreet.com.au Diploma Of Dance (Elite Performance) - 1 year full-time Subject Areas: This audition only one year, full-time course offers passionate, young contemporary dancers aspiring to one day dance in a professional company or commercial dancers with aspirations in an area of specialisation a boost to their career. While the Certificate IV in Dance is not a pre-requisite for the Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance), students wishing to audition for the Diploma are expected to already be achieving at Certificate IV level. Diploma students will usually be in their second year of a training pathway. This program provides a greater depth of study in core specialisations and students will be partnered with a mentor to develop these throughout this intense year of training. www.brentstreet.com.au/2016-VET-Courses Certificate IV In Dance - 1 year full-time Subject Areas: The Certificate IV in Dance is a one year, full-time nationally recognised training course offered in triple threat and contemporary streams. Brent Street has offered a Certificate IV course for over 21 years. Graduates gain work all over Australia, Asia and Europe. They have also starred on Broadway and enjoyed long seasons performing in shows on London's West End as well as appearing in TV, film and on stage. Students studying the Certificate IV undertake training across a broad range of performing arts to develop the required skills in dance technique, staging and production of live theatre and commercial performance style and the best preparation for a career in this competitive industry. Prerequisites: Acceptance into this course is by audition only. This course is open to students over the age of 17 who have completed Year 11 secondary education and have an interest and aptitude in the performing arts. www.brentstreet.com.au/certiv2014
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Spectrum’s Dance Star Dance Diploma student Tess Wilson has been tipped by Melbourne’s Spectrum Dance school to become a rising star in the entertainment industry. Tess shares her story. When did you start dancing? I started dancing seriously in early high school, completing VCE Dance. That is considered late by some for a dancer. However, I have a natural ability and a strong inclination to sports and the creative arts. What differentiated Spectrum Dance performing arts programs from other institutions? The Spectrum Dance program felt more personalised. I don’t just feel like a student; I have always been expected to train and behave as a professional. How many years have you been at Spectrum Dance? How have you developed as a performer in this time? I have been at Spectrum Dance since 2014. Spectrum Dance has a strong emphasis on Industry Based Learning and I learnt quickly to adapt to the physical and mental demands of a professional performer. Initially I didn’t think acting was for me; I wanted to focus on dancing, but I have learned how integral acting is in the performing arts industry and I believe my acting training has improved my interpretation of dance routines. How have you been challenged as a student and a performer during your time at Spectrum Dance? Coming into a full time dance course there was a huge physical adjustment and at times training can be mentally demanding. I have learnt that resilience is integral to make it in this industry. I have been encouraged to build new skill sets like vocal training and acting. Physical fitness and nutrition, which are necessary to be at your peak as a
performer, are core elements of the Spectrum program. How have you engaged in the entertainment industry during your studies? I started working professionally in 2014. I have worked for Crown Casino, Storm Cheerleaders, film and television work, video clips, as a rehearsal assistant for Menopause the Musical, and promotional work for corporate and sporting institutions. This has been achievable through Industry Based Learning and through the Spectrum Talent Agency. Where do you see yourself in 5 years time? I would love to have an overseas contract, to work in musical theatre and to continue to build my profile in Melbourne. What recommendations do you have for aspiring students in the performing arts industry? Attend the midyear or end of year performances of fulltime dance schools. I attended the Spectrum Dance 2013 End of Year Showcase at Crown Casino and didn’t believe I could be that
amazing. But when it was my turn, performing became second nature and that is a testament to the Spectrum staff. I would also recommend attending a class to experience the studio and to meet the current students and talk to them about their experiences.
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ED5INTERNATIONAL’s Top Cat For 15 years the Sydney Performing Arts studio ED5INTERNATIONAL has been running full-time training for triple threat performers. One of the latest stars is Daniel Assetta. Daniel Assetta describes winning the Rob Guest Endowment Award at Sydney’s Lyric Theatre in July as the “highlight of his life”. “It was indescribable. Standing on stage with a full orchestra, singing a song you enjoy so much. When they called my name I was in shock. I felt privileged just to be standing on stage as a finalist. To be announced as winner was surreal,” he said. It was the cream on the cake for the 22 year old. At the time he was playing Rum Tum Tugger in the new rapping, break dancing update of the musical Cats. Dancing since the age of four, Daniel Assetta has bounded into a career in musical theatre, after completing the two year Diploma of Performing Arts at the college in North Strathfield straight out of High School. “During my second year I got into the cast of Wicked. It was a strange moment. I had been training so hard but I didn’t expect it to happen that quickly. “I finished my term four by correspondence from Auckland. I
learnt my graduation routine by video as I only had four days to rehearse with everyone.” Named after its founders Elena De Cinque and Mario De Cinque, since 2006 ED5INTERNATIONAL has been creatively guided by William Forsythe. “I think the course is very good at teaching students to be versatile,” Daniel says. “It is very important all of our skills are of the highest standard as there is not a lot of work to go round. Sometimes it might be singing or acting or commercial dancing or dancing in a musical. “There were the weekly ballet classes and building my body to be as presentable as possible. “We also worked on jazz and hip hop. All that stuff prepares you for the real world if you land a professional job.” Daniel teaches at ED5INTERNATIONAL in between gigs, his next being a stint in Funny Girl with The Production Company. “My sister is in second year at ED5 now. They are really producing some of the next best talent.” For more details visit www.ed5international.com.au
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Certificate IV In Dance Teaching And Management - 20 weeks (6 months) x 4 days per week Subject Areas: Learn how to teach DANCE! Get valuable ‘on the job training’ at Brent Street through a series of practice teaching sessions in our Petites and Young Performers Program where you will be guided in classroom and student management techniques as well as how to plan and implement great lessons that your students will love. For nearly 30 years Brent Street has been the place to learn how to become the best dancers, performers and choreographers. Now you have the chance to be trained in best dance teaching practice by our industry experts. www.brentstreet.com.au/certivdtandm2014 National College of Dance (RTO 91281) (02) 4952 9294 admin@nationalcollegeofdance.com www.nationalcollegeofdance.com Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) (CUA50111) - 1 year Designed to prepare students for the next step in their dance career, this program is committed to providing the best dance education in the country. Our focus is choreography and performance, with leading artists and teachers mentoring students and producing them to naturally evolve into the wider national and international industry. With an approach on complete education, embracing the main genres of dance, this program prepares students for employment or future education. A typical week consisting of classes and daily mentoring in Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Body Conditioning, Classical and Contemporary repertoire, Choreography, Jazz, Pas de deux, privately choreographed solos, Dance History, Nutrition and Anatomy. This course will commence students training toward preparing for a professional career in the industry. Prerequisites: Auditions held on Sunday 19th September. Students required to prepare a ballet solo (on Pointe) and a contemporary solo no less than 1 min long. Audition DVD’s accepted. Certificate IV in Dance (CUA40111) - 1 year Providing the finest career mentoring, dance training and academic tuition in the country this is the perfect platform to a performance career. The quality of our exceptionally experienced teachers, the design of our leading edge program and scheduling and purpose built studio facilities is what makes this the most advanced program within Australia. Our program is government approved with the opportunity to convert to a recognised ATAR score for future pursuits. With daily mentoring and a typical week consisting of classes in Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Body Conditioning, Classical and Contemporary repertoire, Choreography, Jazz, Pas de deux, privately choreographed solos, Dance History, Nutrition and Anatomy, students will utilise their training toward preparing for a versatile career in the industry. Prerequisites: Auditions held on Sunday 19th September. Students required to prepare a ballet solo (on Pointe) and a contemporary solo no less than 1 min long. Audition DVD’s accepted. Intensive Training Program (ITP) - Year 9 and/or year 10 A leading edge bridging program specifically designed for students with the ability and aspirations of becoming a professional dancer but too young to commence full time training. The program provides the important link between moving from part time evening classes to full time training. Your schedule will consist of 2 days of dance training and mentoring and 3 days of academic and dance studies. With academic studies fully Government Approved and conducted by Big Picture Education Australia, dance education is continued while still achieving Year 9 and 10 academic studies. Classes include daily ballet class and weekly classes in Contemporary, Jazz, Repertoire, Solo, Anatomy and Nutrition and Year 9 and 10 government approved dance elective. This program is a careful balance between dance and educational studies. Prerequisites: Auditions held on Sunday 19th September. Students required to prepare a ballet solo (on Pointe) and a contemporary solo no less than 1 min long. Audition DVD’s accepted. Urban Dance Centre (02) 9571 7099 info@urbandance.com.au www.urbandance.com.au Certificate IV in Performing Arts (69818) Duration: 1 year full time and follows the school calendar terms. The intensive training follows the normal school week from 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday - Friday. Some weekends are required throughout the year to prepare for performances, workshops or other events. http://youtu.be/fngFRUpIfJ4 www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 51
Subject Areas: Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Lyrical, JFH, Tap, Acrobatics, Break dance, Kicks Turns Jumps, Pilates, Performance, Acting, Singing, Nutrition, Presentation, Mock Auditions CV/Resume/Audition Preparation, Head Shots and In-house Agency Auditions. UDC training focuses on individual performance and technique, audition preparation and professional live and film performances. Most importantly students have access to cutting edge Australian Industry professionals to international guests and the best Australian Dance Agents. http://urbandance.com.au/udc/courses/certificate-iv Village Performing Arts Centre 1300 788 440 info@villagepa.com www.villagepa.com Certificate IV in Performing Arts (Dance) (CUA40111) - 1 year The Village Full Time Program is a one-year intensive performing arts training course unique to the Village, covering all genres of Performing Arts. Course includes classes in, but not limited to: Jazz, Singing (Vocal Repertoire), Tap, Classical Ballet, Acting (TV/Film/Stage), Hip Hop/JFH, Musical Theatre, Lyrical, Contemporary, Acrobatics, Latin/Ballroom, Aerial (Silks, Trapeze). VPAC are currently Offering the Certificate IV in Performing Arts (Dance). Qualifications are delivered in partnership with the Australian Teachers of Dancing. (RTO# 31624) All classes are taught by the country’s best choreographers, directors, performers and teachers as well as specialty classes such as modelling, health and nutrition, audition technique and industry lectures. Village Performing Arts Centre boasts Australia’s Leading entertainment industry professionals as its teachers. Australian Performing Arts Network (02) 9209 3067 marina@apan.net.au or auditions@apanacademy.com.au www.apanacademy.com.au At APAN academy, we deliver state of the art, industry current performing arts skills and knowledge. APAN Academy delivers a multi-disciplinary training to produce triple threat performers whom are attractively employable within the industry. Dance Styles such as Hip Hop, Classical, Commercial Dance, Tap, Lyrical, Acting, Vocal, Musical Theatre, Conditioning, Performance, Nutrition, Independent Business studies and much more. Our trainers in all genres have a wide range of actual industry performance experience with many of our trainers having performed on International and National tours. We have trainers and teachers that know what the industry needs on a professional level and they give our students the very best of training that gives our students the greatest chance of success. Prerequisites: Auditions via group and singular auditions. Certificate II in Dance (CUA20113) - 12 months part time Certificate II in Performing Arts (52620WA) - 12 months part time Certificate IV in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre) (52621) - 12 months full-time Certificate IV in Performing Arts (Commercial Dance) (52619WA) - 12 months full- time Diploma in Musical Theatre (CUA50213) - 12 months full- time Diploma in Dance (Elite Performance) (CUA50113) - 12 months full- time ED5INTERNATIONAL (02) 9746 0848 craig@ed5international.com.au www.ed5international.com.au Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts (10149NAT) - 2 years Full-time ED5INTERNATIONAL is proud to offer their new accredited Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts, exclusive to ED5INTERNATIONAL. Guided by William A. Forsythe with founders Elena & Mario De Cinque it boasts Australia’s leading 52 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
faculty. Graduates perform in Musical Theatre, television, stage, theme parks, overseas contracts, cruise ships and a multitude of other entertainment arenas. The course is youth allowance approved and accredited by ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Authority), NRT (Nationally Recognised Training) and AQF (Australian Quality Framework). ED5INTERNATIONAL elevates and enhances the profile of Australian Performing Arts and delivers the highest level of performer through dedication, discipline, talent and a lot of laughter and love. Our philosophy is work hard and you can achieve any goal you wish. Acceptance into the course is by audition only. Applicants must be of school leaving age. Queensland University of Technology (07) 3138 2000 askqut@qut.edu.au Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) - 3 years full-time The dance program at QUT leads the way in developing the creative passions of future dance professionals who aspire to careers outside of dance performance in fields such as dance teaching, choreography, research and academia, community arts practice, and arts management. Students are taught by an internationally recognised faculty of permanent staff and visiting specialists, and you will benefit from partnerships with organisations such as Expressions Dance Company, the Queensland Ballet and the Royal Academy of Dance (UK). Our graduates move into careers as dance teachers in schools (with a graduate-entry teacher education course), private studios, universities, and professional dance company education programs, as well as choreographers, dance researchers and academics, dance journalists, festival and community project directors and producers, independent dance practitioners, arts administrators, and dance health professionals (with further specialised training). www.qut.edu.au/study/study-areas/study-dance Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance Performance) - 3 years full-time The dance performance program at QUT boasts an enviable reputation. It combines a rigorous fulltime dance training course with academic studies at degree level, and is designed for young aspiring dancers who enjoy being challenged, are passionate about a career as a dancer, and willing to commit their energies to full-time training at university level. This course offers intensive daily training in the core techniques of ballet and contemporary dance supported by weekly duo, pas de deux, pointe, male coaching classes, Pilates, yoga and alternative dance and body conditioning styles - making you internationally competitive. Technology is integrated with choreographic workshops including a broad spectrum of screen studies. You will benefit from partnerships with organisations such as Expressions Dance Company, the Queensland Ballet and the Royal Academy of Dance (UK). Many graduates achieve outstanding recognition as performers and choreographers throughout their careers throughout Australia and internationally in major professional dance companies, dance education organisations, musicals, commercial environments and as independent artists. Pathways exist to postgraduate study and this course can be followed with a graduate-entry teacher education program to allow you to become a qualified teacher. www.qut.edu.au/study/study-areas/study-dance Deakin University 1300 334 733 enquire@deakin.edu.au www.deakin.edu.au Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance) - 3 years The Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance) enables you to develop practical skills in contemporary technique and choreography, with theoretical studies in dance history, analysis and aesthetics. A production and research project in the final year will help you develop specific skills and place the work in a public context. www.deakin.edu.au/future-students/courses/course.php?course=A356 Box Hill Institute of TAFE 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445) info@boxhill.edu.au Diploma of Dance (Teaching and Management) www.bhtafe.edu.au/courses/local/Pages/DAN50.aspx
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Victorian College of the Arts The University of Melbourne 13 MELB http://vca.unimelb.edu.au Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) - 3 years full-time The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) builds on our international reputation for performance-focused dance training. It attracts highly motivated, disciplined and creative dancers who are interested in shaping the future of Australian dance. VCA Dance offers a vibrant and simulating atmosphere in which dancers are trained for the technical demands and creative challenges of careers in dance. The course develops technically strong, kinaesthically aware dance artists through specialist training in contemporary dance, classical ballet, dance science and somatic practices, choreography and performance. New works by professional Australian and international choreographers provide invaluable performance experience and interaction with the dance profession. Graduates of the program work as dancers and choreographers in Australian and international contexts. https://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/bachelor-of-fine-arts-dance/overview Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) (Honours) http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/bachelor-of-fine-arts-honours-dance/overview The Australian Ballet School (03) 9669 2807 ask@australianballetschool.com.au Level 5 & 6: Diploma of Dance Levels 5 & 6 comprise the Diploma of Dance. This is national qualification studied in conjunction with year 10 and year 11 academic studies including allied subjects such as Music, Performance Psychology, Nutrition and Cultural Studies. Level 7: Advanced Diploma of Dance Students in Level 7 enrol in the Advanced Diploma of Dance, a national qualification combining comprehensive dance training with a strong onsite academic programme. The course focus is on technical training and artistic development, preparing students for the dance profession. Students also complete their secondary schooling, gaining the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE). Level 8: Graduate Diploma in Classical Ballet Level 8 students enrol in The Australian Ballet School’s accredited Graduate Diploma of Classical Ballet. This qualification prepares students for the dance profession at a virtuoso level by refining their dance technique and developing their professional skills through career development activities and performances, including a secondment with The Australian Ballet’s Regional Tour, The Dancers Company. The Dancers Company Level 8 students, in their graduating year of the School join The Australian Ballet Regional Tour, as The Dancers Company. Level 8 students who meet the artistic and technical standards required by the Company, join with artists of The Australian Ballet for approximately eight weeks per year, taking the highest quality dance productions to audiences and regions outside the major capital cities of Australia. This integral part of The Australian Ballet and The Australian Ballet School’s training programme, provides exceptional professional performing opportunities for talented dancers who are on the threshold of their careers. Graduate Diploma of Elite Dance Instruction (Teacher’s Course) The course structure includes a strong focus on the methodology of vocational dance training, based on an eight level system derived from the Vaganova method. This eight level system draws upon traditional classical technique, preserving the best that was formed by our predecessors, while being sympathetic to the demands of classical dance technique necessary for today’s professional artists. This is enhanced with the study of pedagogy, music, anatomy, nutrition, body conditioning, psychology and professional development planning. An extensive part of the course structure is a practicum component, providing hands on experience for all course participants. Dance World (03) 9696 2943 info@danceworldstudios.com Dance World Studios, a division of APO Arts Academy, provides industry focused training in the areas of Musical Theatre and Dance. Courses have a strong focus on practical components and are performance based; supported by allied studies 54 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
and theoretical units. On completion of their training, our students will have the option of entering the professional industry or pursuing further training at higher levels. In either case, we provide the training, facilities, staff and resources to assist students in realising their own potential. Advanced Diploma Of Dance (Elite Performance) - 2 years full-time Diploma Of Dance (Elite Performance) - 2 years full-time Diploma Of Dance (Classical Ballet) (Elite Performance) - 2 years full-time Certificate IV In Dance - 1 year full-time Certificate III In Dance - 1 year part-time Certificate II In Dance - 1 year part-time www.danceworldstudios.com/FullTimeDanceCourses.html Dance Factory (03) 9429 9492 dancefac@netspace.net.au www.dancefactory.com.au Dance Factory offers the widest range of commercial dance, musical theatre and dance teaching courses in Australia, which means it can provide dance education that exactly matches a person’s standards and abilities, as well as their goals and ambitions. All courses are accredited with ASQA and CRICOS for international students, and as such attracts a range of state and federal support to students, as well as a recognised higher education pathway. This, combined with its outstanding graduate history, sees Dance Factory graduates performing across Australia, Asia, the West End, New York, cruise ships, Universal Studios and Disneyland, not to mention teaching, choreographing and producing across Australia and internationally, meaning that Dance Factory remains a leader in Australian dance education. Certificate II in Dance (CUA20113) - 6 months Full time or 1 year Part time Prerequisite: Nil Certificate III in Dance (CUA30113) - 1 year full time or 2 years part time Prerequisite: Certificate II in Dance or equivalent or minimum 2 years dance training Certificate III in Assistant Dance Teaching (CUA30313) - 1 year full time or 2 years part time Prerequisite: Certificate II in Dance or equivalent or minimum 2 years dance training Certificate IV in Dance (CUA40113) – 1 year full time or 2 years part time Prerequisite: Certificate III in Dance or equivalent or minimum 4 years Jazz and 2 years Ballet training or equivalent Certificate IV in Dance Teaching & Management (CUA40313) - 1 year full time or 2 years part time Prerequisite: Certificate III in Dance or equivalent or minimum 4 years Jazz training and 2 years Ballet training or equivalent Diploma of Musical Theatre (CUA50213) – 1 year full time or 2 years part time Prerequisite: CUA40113 Certificate IV in Dance or equivalent Diploma of Dance Teaching & Management (CUA50313) - 1 year full time or 2 years part time Prerequisite: CUA40113 Certificate IV in Dance and CUA40313 Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management or equivalent Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) (CUA50113) - 1 year full time or 2 years part time Prerequisite: CUA40113 Certificate IV in Dance or equivalent
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Spectrum Dance (03) 9830 6588 ftc@spectrumdance.com.au www.spectrumdance.com.au Spectrum Dance prepares professional dancers for a comprehensive career in commercial, musical theatre and company dance. We offer our students the opportunity to excel through specialised teaching techniques whilst focusing on individual student development. We believe the key to our students' success is to provide an individually tailored curriculum that develops advanced performance techniques in all facets of dance, singing and acting. In addition to these core skills, Spectrum Dance provides opportunities to engage in the entertainment industry, through an Industry Based Learning program with Spectrum Talent Agency, placing our students at the forefront of their peers. The directors Trish Squire-Rogers and Katie Rappel work closely with their faculty of highly acclaimed dancers, choreographers & instructors to deliver the most outstanding accredited full time dance course within Australia. Spectrum Advanced Elite Performance Program - 2 years full time Subjects: Advanced commercial dance techniques, classical ballet, jazz technique/progressions, pas de deux, hip hop, tap (traditional and street), acrobatics, pilates, partnering, fitness training, choreography, lyrical, audition preparation, show business skills and business management. Aims: To provide a personally tailored curriculum which will develop and advance students’ performance and semiprofessional experience. This course is not Government accredited. Certificate IV in Dance (CUA40113) - 1 year full time Subjects: Classical ballet, pas de deux, hip hop, tap traditional/street, lyrical, commercial dance, partnering, pilates, barre attack, fitness training, acrobatics, auditioning techniques, vocal training, jazz techniques/progressions, industry knowledge and show business skills. Aims: As an entry level program the Certificate IV in Dance provides the foundational skills to aspiring performers. Students are given the opportunity to explore a range of dance genres to enhance their versatility as dancers and performers. Government accredited. Qualification delivered in partnership with Swinburne University of Technology RTO#3059 Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) (CUA50113) - 2 years full time Subjects: Classical ballet, pas de deux, variety of contemporary techniques, commercial dance, partnering, hip hop, choreography, lyrical, jazz technique/progressions, tap traditional and street, barre attack, pilates, acrobatics, auditioning techniques and show business skills. Aims: To develop the performer at an advanced level of training. Students will learn how to showcase their individual talents with an emphasis on choreography, improvisational, solo performance and ensemble techniques. Performance Opportunities: Students participate in the mid year and the extravagant end of year showcase performed at The Palms Crown Casino. All Spectrum Dance students have the opportunity to engage in performance through our Industry Based Learning Program (IBL), through Spectrum Talent Agency which includes corporate and children’s entertainment. Government accredited. Qualification delivered in partnership with Australian Teachers of Dancing RTO# 31624 Patrick Studios Australia (03) 9681 8856 info@patrickstudiosaustralia.com.au www.patrickstudiosaustralia.com.au Full Time Performing Arts (Certificate II, III, IV in Dance) - 2 years A Full Time Professional Development Program which caters for dancers seeking a career in the industry; not dancers looking for a career in teaching. It is a 100% practical dance course based on the industry's needs. This course is designed to train and develop dancers in the areas of strength, flexibility, technique and creative expression. Training in all styles of dance including jazz, ballet, contemporary, musical theatre, lyrical, tap and acrobatics is given. Group vocal lessons and compulsory onsite gym/pilates training are also enforced. Entry is highly competitive and is based on auditions. Applications can be made on www.patrickstudiosaustralia.com.au. Limited scholarship offers are available.
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WAAPA Edith Cowan University 134 ECU (134 328) (08) 6304 0000 enquiries@ecu.edu.au Bachelor of Arts (Dance) Advanced Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) WAAPA’s Dance department prepares classical and contemporary artists of international standing through teaching methods designed to develop and refine the skills of each individual. Our courses offer a breadth that is unique to WAAPA and dance lecturers are continually assessing how best to prepare students for a seamless transition into a wide range of careers within the profession. All dance programs are intensive and performance based, with students averaging 35-40 contact hours per week, with special coaching programs designed for both men and women. Within each course, students have a degree of flexibility to choose and combine the mix that is best suited to their individual talents and aspirations. In addition to the highest calibre of daily tuition from WAAPA’s professionally credentialed and acclaimed teaching staff, students also regularly participate in national and international tours and collaborations and work frequently with visiting choreographers and guest teachers. Such touring opportunities and industry exposure refines individual skills and in turn showcases each student’s respective talents to dance professionals. Admission Requirements: Applications are submitted directly to WAAPA via the Online Admission System. Admission is based on audition and interview. Bachelor of Arts (Dance) Honours - 1 year full time Enables outstanding students to learn and apply practical, theoretical and research skills in either or both creative (choreographic or other media) and scholarly areas of dance. Certificate II in Dance - 2 years part time An accredited course that provides the career-minded dance student with specialised training in ballet and contemporary dance, to complement intensive studies undertaken in private studios. www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/courses-and-admissions/our-courses/disciplines/dance Principal Academy of Dance & Theatre Arts (08) 9228 8600 admin@principalacademy.wa.edu.au www.principalacademy.wa.edu.au Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts - 1 Year Principal Academy encourages a life-long commitment to the performing arts. It provides rigorous, unsurpassed training to career-focused aspiring performers. The Academy provides nationally accredited courses from Certificate II to Advanced Diploma and is approved to offer VET -FEE HELP to assist students with paying their fees. Students have the option to major in dance, musical theatre or acting, choosing a path that builds on existing abilities. Courses are designed to ultimately strengthen all three disciplines to produce true “triple-threat” performers. A comprehensive range of units is available within the structure of each course, creating highly skilled and versatile graduates, armed with a valuable competitive advantage when entering the industry. Thanks to this approach, previous graduates have forged successful careers in musical theatre, touring productions, cruise ships, film and television. Entry to all courses are by audition only which are held December each year. Adelaide College of the Arts TAFE SA (08) 8463 5000 arts.adl@tafesa.edu.au acarts.edu.au Adelaide College of the Arts is a centre of excellence in the performing arts, and has achieved a reputation for success in placing dance graduates with major companies in Australia and overseas. The Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance) is a degree in elite dance performance and will draw on www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 57
the strengths and reputation of Adelaide College of the Arts and Flinders University to deliver a premiere degree. Peter Sheedy, Lecturer in Contemporary Dance Studies: ‘Adelaide College of the Arts has very close connections with the industry’s current choreographers. We have collaborated with the Australian Dance Theatre and have been very successful in gaining employment for our dancers. ‘We have dancers in Sydney Dance, DanceNorth and working all around the country in both big and small companies and in the independent scene. Anyone coming into the course can be assured that they will attain those connections and find those networks to be able to access the industry.’ Flinders University and Adelaide College of the Arts TAFE SA (08) 8463 5000 arts.adl@tafesa.edu.au flinders.edu.au/dance Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance) (UNIFL0001) Flinders University’s Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance), offered in collaboration with TAFE SA through Adelaide College of the Arts, will equip you with elite professional dance skills as well as providing you with excellent theoretical knowledge. You will cover areas such as dance technique, devised movement practices, dance project realisation, choreography and stage performance, and emerge with all the makings of a successful professional dancer. This degree is the only one of its kind in South Australia and has an exciting partnership with the Australian Dance Theatre. Audition dates: Adelaide Friday 9 September and Friday 11 November Canberra Friday 16 September Melbourne Friday 23 September Sydney Monday 17 October
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Directing National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) (02) 9697 7600 info@nida.edu.au www.nida.edu.au Graduate diploma of Dramatic Art Directing stream NIDA recognises that each student will be an individual artist. The course is designed to develop individual skills and knowledge, as well as a sense of leadership and accurate
communication. The course includes formal class work, seminars and tutorials in directing, acting, music, research, repertoire, design, technical theatre, stage management, arts administration and performance history, working as Assistant Director on NIDA productions and the preparation, rehearsal and presentation of short play productions. Particular emphasis is placed on the director's methods of communication with actors, designers and playwrights and on the development of repertoire. Master of Fine Arts (Directing) - 15 months (12 months on campus, 3 month personal research project) NIDA’s Master of Fine Arts (Directing) assists highly talented early career practitioners to master the directing process through education and training in the components of production, the interpretation of text and the communication techniques required to engage with the contemporary audience. The course places strong emphasis on the collaborative role of the director in the theatrical process and challenges students to create and express their own vision in the context of international performance practice. This course provides students with the opportunity to analyse the theoretical underpinnings of the director’s craft and combine knowledge, skills and techniques across many platforms of performance, including theatre and film. Students produce a short play or film in a public season, undertake a research project and participate in an international field trip. www.nida.edu.au/directing Flinders Drama Centre Flinders University (08) 8201 2578 drama@flinders.edu.au http://flinders.edu.au/drama
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama) - 3 years The aim of the course is to prepare students for a professional life by equipping students with basic professional skills in the areas of major employment in the entertainment industry: realistic acting techniques, acting for screen, directing for theatre and screen, and music theatre introducing students to areas of development and increasing importance in the Australian industry: post-modern performance techniques, intercultural performance, and the interface between live performance and multimedia (Continued on page 61) www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 59
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encouraging all students to work as conceptual artists through courses specialising in techniques of group devising, auto-performance and scriptwriting  developing in students, through a comprehensive history and theory stream, an awareness of the relevance of these discourses to professional practice. www.flinders.edu.au/courses/rules/undergrad/bca/bca-drama.cfm##courseaims Victorian College of the Arts University of Melbourne 13 MELB Master Of Directing For Performance The Master of Directing for Performance is designed to develop your in-depth knowledge and skills of directing, and provide a framework to identify and reflect on your own practice as a director, performance-maker, collaborator and researcher. The program opens up a broad range of individual career pathways into contemporary performance practice through directing and performance making, practice-led research, and applied performance in intercultural and community engagement contexts. The VCA offers a unique environment for you to develop an individual approach to directing live performances and creative leadership in an environment of interdisciplinary and intercultural learning. You will experience a wide range of collaborative opportunities and leadership roles with designers, actors, production teams, writers, dramaturgs and choreographers at the VCA, as well as a range of creative encounters with local, national and international artists, organisations and communities. The program is delivered through lab-based workshops, seminars, lectures, self-directed exercises, tutorials, practical master classes, and national and international internships. It balances theory and practice across four semesters, to allow for progression from the intensively-taught, skills-based first year, to a more autonomous, project-orientated second year which culminates in an independent, practice-led research performance project or written dissertation. The program actively encourages intercultural and international training and research experiences through fieldwork in the second year of the course. https://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/master-of-directing-for-performance/overview
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Drama/Education
NIDA production of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Photo: Lisa Maree Williams.
Many universities offer academic study of Drama/Theatre/Dance. It is most commonly taken as part of a Bachelor of Arts and can be a prerequisite for becoming a drama teacher. More details can be found here. www.adsa.edu.au/membership/current-members Sydney University Department of Theatre and Performance Studies http://sydney.edu.au/arts/performance Theatre and Performance Studies considers the whole extended field of aesthetic, social and everyday performance across a range of cultural and historical contexts: from theatre, dance, popular music and contemporary performance through to the performative dimensions of rituals, sport, politics and the law. This is an exciting area of interdisciplinary study (drawing, for instance, on anthropology, history, cultural studies, theatre studies, musicology, dance and movement studies) in which we seek to explain the phenomenon of performance as a complex, collaborative endeavour, involving performers and audiences alike in the production of meaning, feelings, a view of the world as it is and as it might otherwise be. University of New South Wales Theatre and Performance Studies https://sam.arts.unsw.edu.au/disciplines/theatre-performance/about Theatre and Performance Studies at UNSW examines how the theatrical and performing arts reflect and shape our sense of who we are. We study theatre and performance history and current trends, and deeply explores contemporary theatre and performance culture. Theatre and Performance Studies engages with both theory and practice, and subjects the entire spectrum of human performance to critical examination. Our focus includes new, hybrid and technologically advanced modes of performance, combining practical experimentation with intellectual exploration. Our scholars have particular expertise in contemporary performance theory and practice, 20th century European drama, theatre and dance theatre, live art and physical theatres, contemporary dance, multimedia performance, live entertainment and popular culture, and the relation of performance to other visual cultures, with close reference to Australian work across a range of genres. UNSW scored 5 out of 5 in the 2012 Excellence in Research for Australia in Performing Arts. 62 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
Theatre and Performance Studies is offered as a major or minor in the Bachelor of Arts and other combined programs and as a supervision area in the Master of Arts by Research and Doctor of Philosophy programs. Our unique combination of theory and practice is supported by the Creative Practice Lab, a specialised unit that supports teaching and practice-led research, and carried out in a number of well-equipped teaching, studios and workshop spaces at the university. Macquarie University Bachelor of Arts with a major in Dance and Performance This major assumes a wide definition of dance and performance, and students are encouraged to study broadly. This program considers not just the aesthetic dimension of dance and performance, but also their social, cultural, historical, and metaphorical frameworks. To develop confidence in working independently as artists, you are given opportunities to explore your own dance and performance making, combining theoretical and conceptual understandings with practical production experience. http://courses.mq.edu.au/undergraduate/degree/bachelor-of-arts/major-in-dance-and-performance Charles Sturt University Bachelor of Stage and Screen Acting Studies in acting, voice, movement and acting for the camera offer a busy practical program to learn the skills a professional performer needs. These skills are then applied to mainstage, studio and theatre productions and are supported with an active program of screen productions. www.csu.edu.au/courses/stage-and-screen-acting University of New England www.une.edu.au/about-une/academic-schools/school-of-arts/study-areas/theatre-studies The Bachelor of Theatre and Performance, the Bachelor of Arts (Theatre) and the Master of Applied Theatre Studies at UNE are unique courses in both practical and theoretical aspects of theatre. They are offered full-time and part-time, to both on- and off-campus students. The Theatre and Performance program at UNE is relevant to almost everyone, from those students who want to gain some experience in public speaking, oral communication and presentation through to experienced theatre practitioners and teachers who want to enhance and enrich their knowledge and professional skills. The Bachelor of Theatre and Performance examines theatre through a balance of theory and practice, and from many points of view. Different units of study focus on the roles of the actor, playwright, director, dramaturg, critic, theatre historian, scholar, teacher and audience. They look at Australian theatre and world theatre, at popular and classic forms. Australian Performing Arts Grammar School - APGS (02) 9158 5123 admin@apgs.nsw.edu.au apgs.nsw.edu.au Duration: 1 - 6 years In addition to Board of Studies approved academic subjects we offer: Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts and Technology The Australian Performing Arts Grammar School (APGS) is a non-denominational, co-educational secondary school established solely to train, educate and inspire students with a talent in the performing or creative arts. APGS seeks to build confidence and ability in each student through an innovative school programme focusing on academic and performing arts excellence. APGS caters for students from Years 7-12, with entry to the school based on an audition, interview and exam. Once enrolled students study Board of Studies approved curriculum leading to their HSC, along with a rigorous performing arts programme fostering the development of skills in their chosen disciplines Deakin University Faculty of Arts and Education www.deakin.edu.au/study-at-deakin/find-a-course/drama Drama at Deakin specialises in marrying practice and theory. Drama students learn about the history and theory of drama, theatre and performance by making drama, theatre and performance.
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Monash University Centre for Theatre and Performance. http://artsonline.monash.edu.au/theatre-performance The degrees offered by CTP explore theatre and performance in theory and practice, balancing performance opportunities with a challenging academic program. We have two strands, one aims to create theatre-makers and the other explores different historical and contemporary performance traditions and practices. In both we focus on the study of the past, present and future of the performance. SEDA 1300 117 332 info@sedagroup.com.au www.sedagroup.com.au All SEDA students also undertake VET Certificates which contribute to their Senior Secondary Certificate and develop their industry specific credentials, allowing them to transition into work or further study. With strong connection to industry, students develop initiative, communication, leadership, resilience and critical thinking skills. This provides SEDA graduates with the opportunity to gain employment across numerous industries. In the final year of the program, students study a Diploma of Screen and Media. Students who successfully complete their Diploma, have the opportunity to gain direct entry into one of a range of courses offered by SEDA’s partner universities. The University of Queensland www.uq.edu.au/study/plan.html?acad_plan=DRAMAX2052 Part of Bachelor of Arts Honours The Honours program in Drama provides an understanding of the theatrical, and theoretical aspects of drama, from medieval street theatre, to the most recent Australian and European drama. The focus is on combining historical awareness with a framework for practical applications. The study of drama at honours level provides an enhanced context for understanding, analysing, and creating performance. The main aims of the Honours year are: To enable students with an adequate background in Drama to pursue further study in one specialist area in more depth than is possible with a pass degree. To enhance students' capacity for independent research and to acquire research skills appropriate to their area of specialisation. To train to a standard sufficient for enrolment in postgraduate research degrees, and for a specialist career. Achievement of first class or IIA honours allows direct entry to a PhD program. An Honours year in Drama will focus on developing and consolidating the knowledge and skills acquired during undergraduate study, with particular emphasis on utilising those skills in a sustained and purposeful way by conducting independent research. Apart from content knowledge, employers and professionals value both the reliability and capacity for independent work, and the skill at writing substantial reports which are demonstrated by successful completion of Honours. Griffith University Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary and Applied Theatre (1069) This practical and creative degree is designed for those who are committed and passionate about theatre, drama and performance work. You will learn through lectures, seminars, workshops, and collaborative group work and engage in a range of drama projects. Industry professionals will teach you skills in devising theatre, acting and performance skills development, directing, staging major productions, understanding contemporary and historical theatre contexts, and developing applied theatre projects for the community. An industry placement opportunity in your final year will further cement your practical experience. You will perform in venues such as Metro Arts, the Judith Wright Centre and the Brisbane Powerhouse. Exchange opportunities to prestigious universities in the United Kingdom, Canada, Sweden and more are also available.
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Curtin University Performance Studies http://courses.curtin.edu.au/course_overview/undergraduate/performance Bachelor of Arts (Humanities) - BA(Curtin) - MJRU-PERFS This major provides you with critical skills, theoretical understanding, practical training and experience in the fields of theatre and performance. You will develop skills in areas of theatre and performance practice, including acting and performance, directing, writing, devising, dramaturgy, critical analysis, stage management and theatre production. You will be able to learn from artists in residence and their professional production experiences. The extensive public production program by the on-campus Hayman Theatre Company presents you with the ideal chance to apply your skills and knowledge. Students perform six major productions each year ranging from Shakespeare to contemporary Australian or international works in the on-campus theatre, and also at venues around Perth. Each year ends with a Hayman Theatre pantomime. Performance studies is offered as part of the Bachelor of Arts. You can enhance your studies with a secondary major or choose from a range of elective units to support your career goals. Murdoch University www.murdoch.edu.au/Courses/Theatre-and-Drama Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Theatre and Drama Our Theatre and Drama major will give you the perfect start into a world of drama. You will be taught by professionals who not only teach theatre and drama, but who are actively working and producing in Perth and beyond. They will provide you with the practice-based knowledge and skills to pursue your passion with creative vision and professional discipline. You can focus on specialising in acting, production, lighting, stage management or design. You will learn about the historical foundations of drama and theatre, as well as the most innovative and challenging contemporary work; you will be taught analytical and critical skills with which to develop your own ideas and theories. You will also be given the opportunity to enjoy the great literature of the world, and to write your own work. When you graduate you will be a versatile and informed practitioner; skilled at debating, analysing, arguing and communicating effectively. University of Notre Dame www.nd.edu.au/fremantle/schools/arts_sciences/theatre_studies.shtml Theatre Studies at Notre Dame is an engaging, creative and academically rigorous program which provides students with opportunities for study in acting, directing, theatre crafts, communications and literature. The Theatre Studies program offers the best possible combination of practical and theoretical learning and will be of real use to students in their professional lives. It is especially good in combination with such other discipline areas as English Literature and Communications and Media, and will equip students for graduate work in education, acting and directing. The Theatre Studies program also provides an excellent pathway to further study, including postgraduate opportunities in Arts management, directing and broadcasting. Flinders University www.flinders.edu.au/courses/undergrad/majors/drama.cfm Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama) The Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama) aims to develop the creative, practical, critical and collaborative skills required to pursue a career in the performing arts in Australia. Throughout the course you will combine practical training with a major sequence in an area of drama theory and electives of your choice. You will develop generic skills such as independent thinking, critical evaluation and the ability to do research that will greatly increase your employment prospects in a very competitive environment.
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Massey University Expressive Arts www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/departments/school-of-humanities/study/programme.cfm? prog_id=93330&major_code=2523 Expressive Arts Expressive Arts is an interdisciplinary programme that comprises three major discipline areas: theatre arts, creative writing and media practice. Expressive arts papers can be taken as a major or minor within the Bachelor of Communications, as part of an English or Media Studies major/minor in the Bachelor of Arts, or as elective subjects. Our programme explores the importance of artistic expression and the value of creative communication. We are interested in some of the fundamental questions that have traditionally underscored studies in the humanities: aesthetics, emotion, beauty, truth, identity and what it means to be human in the 21st century. Expressive arts explores these questions in relation to principles of creative processes, aesthetic dynamics, and notions of cultural citizenship. The programme equally values the roles of creative activity and critical enquiry in offering ‘ways of knowing’ that can help us to better communicate and understand important issues facing our globe, our nation, our home, and our selves. The curriculum offers a balance of artistic practice and scholarly research. Papers are taught by subject lecturers who are practicing artists in their fields who are equipped to help you develop critical thinking, research and interpretation skills, as well as practical proficiencies in creative communication and expression. If you want to develop your artistic literacy or your practical creative skills, if you are an aspiring cultural producer and have a novel, a poem, a play, or a film that you have always wanted to produce, then expressive arts is the programme for you. The University of Auckland Drama www.arts.auckland.ac.nz/en/about/subjects-and-courses/drama.html Drama exists as texts which we can study, but is only fully realised when a dramatic text becomes live in performance. The study of drama is therefore academic (the analysis of texts) and creative (acting, designing, writing and directing). Drama is an ideal medium for addressing issues of contemporary relevance and debate. Historical and ancient dramatic texts are also often updated to the technology and conventions of modern theatre. An understanding of historical and cultural changes in theatre is therefore necessary to all practical drama. Drama is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and is co-ordinated within English, Drama and Writing Studies in the School of Humanities. The University of Waikato Theatre Studies www.waikato.ac.nz/study/subjects/thst.shtml In Theatre Studies you learn about performance, the evolution of theatre and the creation of performance works. In Aotearoa/New Zealand there are examples of many forms of theatrical performance, both established and traditional, and also new and experimental. The live encounter at the centre of a performance makes theatre unique, and it is this uniqueness which shapes the nature of Theatre Studies at Waikato. The Theatre Studies programme uses a theory-through-practice approach to teaching and learning. A major in Theatre Studies is a rich and challenging pathway to an undergraduate Arts degree which can have a wide range of vocational applications. Many papers offer the opportunity for a focused practical study of performance, while others offer analytical approaches to the theories which have informed practice over the centuries. Two papers have public performance seasons as their main outcomes and the study process is closely linked to the process of page-to-stage, or idea-to-stage, which creates the performance. The practical tutorials, seminars and rehearsals take place in the theatre laboratory space, The New Place Theatre/Te Tapere Hou, and/or The Playhouse Theatre at the purpose-built Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts, which is also the venue for public performances. University of Auckland 0800 61 62 65 education@auckland.ac.nz or m.mullen@auckland.ac.nz www.education.auckland.ac.nz www.thebigidea.co.nz/connect/events/2014/jul/141586-applied-theatre-performance-of-hope-educ-756 A new postgraduate course at the University of Auckland’s Faculty of Education. 66 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
This new special topic course examines drama and performance practices that address significant social issues. On this course students will: • Engage with practical approaches to applying theatre in diverse community contexts. • Build a historical overview of this area of practice. • Critically consider key political, ethical, aesthetic and pedagogic issues. This course can be taken within the following programmes: • Master of Education • Master of Professional Studies in Education • Master of Arts in Education • Bachelor of Education (Teaching) (Honours) • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Education • Postgraduate Diploma in Education
NIDA production of The Olympians. Photo: Phil Erbacher.
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Sydney College of Makeup Art 0423 428 534 Info@sydneycollegeofmakeupart.com.au www.makeupcourse.com.au Certificate II of Makeup - Part-time Certificate IV of Makeup - Full-time or part-time Diploma of Makeup - Full-time or part-time Various shorts courses in makeup - Full-time or part-time National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) (02) 9697 7600 info@nida.edu.au www.nida.edu.au Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services) - 9 months NIDA’s Vocational Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-up Services) provides students with the skills and knowledge to design and apply make-up for stage and screen, create prosthetics and special effects make-up, style hair and hair pieces, and make wigs. The course includes placements on NIDA’s student production program and other collaborative projects, giving students the opportunity to collaborate with other students, expert NIDA tutors and guests from the arts and entertainment industries. The skills that students develop are transferable to a range of performance contexts, including theatre, dance, opera, concerts, events, film and television. The course is industry-driven with content delivered by practicing professionals and guest tutors. Classes are mostly in the form of demonstrations and practical activities providing a hands-on approach to learning. www.nida.edu.au/make-up Victoria University (03) 9919 4000 www.vu.edu.au Diploma of Specialist Make-Up Services Diploma of Specialist Make-Up Services is a must for those serious about pursuing a career in make-up. Learn how to style wigs and hairpieces apply specialised make-up for bridal, photographic, theatre, period, special effects, television, film and fashion. You will be qualified to work as a make-up/hair stylist/designer, special make-up effects artist/designer, freelance TV, theatre and film make-up artist. www.vu.edu.au/courses/diploma-of-specialist-make-up-services-cuf50407
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Australian National University http://music.anu.edu.au Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Science (Psychology) Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Asian Studies Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Asian Studies (Specialist) Bachelor of Visual Arts/Bachelor of Music The School of Music is a unique place to study. Graduate fields of study include, but are not limited to: Australian indigenous music, including cultural performance Composition, including Australian composition Ethnomusicology, including applied and cultural performance Folk music Jazz composition, Improvisation and performance Music business, policy and administration Music curation, including musical instrument, audio-visual, and digital curation Music pedagogies and cognition Music technologies and media musicology Music theory, analysis, and semiotics Popular music Professional performance, including historically-informed classical performance Australian Institute of Music (02) 9219 5444 enquiries@aim.edu.au www.aim.edu.au Bachelor of Music - 2 years An AIM Bachelor of Music (BMus) qualification is an accredited and specialised music degree designed to give you professional education and training for a lifelong career in music and the entertainment industry. Whereas you would normally study a single degree at a University in Australia over 3 years, the AIM Bachelor of Music degree can be completed in 6 semesters over 2 years of study, by completing 20 credit points per semester (120 in total). Diploma of Music | Contemporary Performance This course is a comprehensive program of technical skills, musical knowledge and performance experiences. As a Contemporary Performance major you will have training in music industry knowledge and skills that will prepare you for your career. You will work with specialist staff and have access to a range of quality facilities for live performance, studio recording and music production. www.aim.edu.au/courses/contemporary-performance/undergraduate/diploma-of-music.asp Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) (02) 9555 1666 www.ampa.edu.au Bachelor of Music Associate Degree of Music www.ampa.edu.au/index.php/undergraduate-music www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 71
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In The Groove The Jazz Music Institute (JMI) explains bebop pioneer Charlie Parker will also why learning jazz assists guitarists of all greatly improve your understanding of styles. the fretboard. These melodies are complex melodically, rhythmically and harmonically. The facility needed to be People can be a little hesitant to study jazz as they often don’t able to play these melodies at even half understand a lot about it and/or don’t of the speed they’re supposed to be really listen to much of it. Some of the played can be a very difficult technical guitarists we’ve helped have come in challenge. You may never play these melodies in public, but they will give not wanting to lose their sound and identity but have found that they gain you a greater understanding of your instrument, which can be used for your further skills and apply them to their own music and creativity. band or at everything from Blues jam sessions to their cover acts. 2) They end up with a better knowledge and understanding of Three of the main benefits of learning jazz for the average rock harmony. guitarist: You learn about more complex (1) They gain greater understanding chord progressions and why they work. of the fretboard. Through studying at JMI you learn This better understanding happens about the function of harmony. You learn the “rules” of harmony and then because it requires you to understand every scale and chord in multiple forms. learn how you can break those rules. This makes the fretboard more familiar That’s where things get interesting for and you understand it from more than musicians interested in transferring one perspective, rather than playing skills into rock and other genres lines or melodies the same way. Being knowing which rules can be broken able to play the melodies written by harmonically. It’s this skill that can
really improve song-writing abilities and assist in writing more sophisticated and interesting music. (3) Improving your ability to hear and transcribe music is always a handy plus. Through listening to and learning jazz, after a bit of time your ears start to improve and suddenly it’s very easy for you to hear the chord progression in a song. After some time we’ve found through intense listening that you can hear many aspects that can be taken back into your rock playing, including group sound, dynamics, tuning and pitch control. There are a range of ways in which people can learn jazz. If you’re interested in learning how to improve your musicianship JMI provides music classes in Brisbane at night for those who work during the day and can’t commit to studying full-time. Alternatively, there are music courses in Brisbane from Certificate to Bachelor level available for musicians who want to make a career out of their music.
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Northern Rivers Conservatorium of Arts (02) 6621 2266 admin@nrcac.edu.au www.nrcac.edu.au Cert III in Music Diploma in Music Southern Cross University 1800 626 481 Bachelor of Contemporary Music Core studies: During first year, students learn about contemporary music theory and styles, the practice of music, music technology and the internet, songwriting and musicianship. They then select two majors to specialise in their areas of interest. Majors: Performance enables specialisation in the student’s chosen instrument (guitar, bass, keyboards, voice or drums). Practical tuition is provided through individual lessons and group workshops. These classes are supported by ensemble classes which provide industry-relevant training (for example playing in bands). Industry and Audio Production prepares students for working professionally in the music industry and enables students to train for a portfolio career that encompasses composition and music production as well as practical music. Other areas of specialised study include conducting business in the music industry, marketing musical products and managing a career as an independent musician. Music Education provides training for students who are pursuing a career in music teaching. Areas of study include western art music, ensemble direction and arranging, music theory, musicianship and practical music. These units provide vocational skills specifically required for secondary music teaching and also essential for teaching music in other contexts. Please note: Entry to the performance major is by audition during the first year of study, with students commencing the major in the second year. www.scu.edu.au/coursesin2014/?action=matrix&command=matrix_temp_load&spk_no=10144 Sydney Conservatorium of Music University of Sydney 1800 SYD UNI (1800 793 864 (02) 8627 1444 http://sydney.edu.au/courses/ask_a_question http://sydney.edu.au/study.html Bachelor of Music (Performance) Performance students take a vocal or instrumental Principal Study through eight semesters. Specialists in jazz take Jazz Performance as their Principal Study. Principal Study is taken together with Chamber Music and Orchestral Studies (for those playing an orchestral instrument) or Jazz Ensemble (for Jazz students), and other performance-related studies. In addition, students take core studies in aural perception, harmony and analysis (jazz music skills for Jazz students), as well as studies in analysis, history and culture, and pedagogy. Principal study is available in the following areas: Brass: French horn, trombone, trumpet, tuba Early Music: baroque flute, harpsichord, lute, recorder, viola da gamba, baroque trumpet Jazz: bass, brass, drums, guitar, piano, vibraphone, woodwind Organ Percussion Piano and Accompaniment Strings: cello, double bass, guitar, harp, viola, violin Voice (classical) Woodwind: bassoon, clarinet, flute, oboe, saxophone. http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Bachelor-of-Music-Performance Bachelor of Music (Composition) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Bachelor-of-Music-Composition 74 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
Bachelor of Music (Music Education) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Bachelor-of-Music-Music-Education Bachelor of Music Studies http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Bachelor-of-Music-Studies Bachelor of Music Studies and Bachelor of Arts http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Bachelor-of-Music-Studies-and-Bachelor-of-Arts Bachelor of Music Studies and Doctor of Medicine http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Bachelor-of-Music-Studies-and-Doctor-of-Medicine Bachelor of Engineering Honours and Bachelor of Music Studies http://sydney.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-engineering-honours-and-bachelor-of-music-studies Bachelor of Arts (Music Major) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Bachelor-of-Arts Graduate Diploma in Music (Performance) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Graduate-Diploma-in-Music-Performance Master of Music Studies (Composition) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/master-of-music-studies-composition Master of Music Studies (Conducting) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Master-of-Music-Studies-Conducting Master of Music Studies (Performance) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Master-of-Music-Studies-Performance Master of Music (Composition) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Master-of-Music-Composition Master of Music (Music Education) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Master-of-Music-Music-Education Master of Music (Musicology) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Master-of-Music-Musicology Master of Music (Performance) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Master-of-Music-Performance Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/doctor-of-philosophy-conservatorium Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/Doctor-of-Musical-Arts http://music.sydney.edu.au/study/our-degrees TAFE Illawarra 1300 766 123 Diploma in Music Learn how to compose and orchestrate original music, lead music rehearsals and performances, coordinate technical production, test and repair sound equipment, make technical presentations, analyse music videos, or manage the production of sound designs and sound recordings. Gain employment in the music industry as a song writer, soloist and/ or member of a group, or behind the scenes in technical production, music promotion or teaching. Courses are available in: Music; and Sound Production.
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University of Newcastle Faculty of Education and Arts School of Creative Arts (02) 4921 8902 creativearts@newcastle.edu.au www.newcastle.edu.au/school/creative-arts/areas/music Why study music at UoN? If you’ve been performing or creating music, then studying music at university level is an excellent way to continue your studies and prepare you for a career as a professional musician or in a music-related field. The Bachelor of Music prepares students for a musical career at a professional standard. The degree is conducted over three years of full-time study or part-time equivalent, all of which is undertaken at The Conservatorium, located in the Civic Centre precinct of Newcastle. The degree aims to musically develop skills by providing every opportunity to develop individual creativity while receiving high quality training in music. www.newcastle.edu.au/school/creative-arts www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/bachelor/music.html www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/bachelor/music-arts.html www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/bachelor/music-honours.html www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/graduate-certificate/music-technology.html www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/master/music-technology.html University of New South Wales www.arts.unsw.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate/degrees/bachelor-of-music The Bachelor of Music (UNSW BMus) - 4 years You will complete: Core courses in music performance, musicianship and musicology Your choice of specialist music stream (see options below) Extensive training in ensemble skills and professional practices Free elective courses that give you the flexibility to combine your music studies with complementary areas Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Arts (BMus/BA) Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Education (BMus/BEd) Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Science (BMus/BSci) Bachelor of Arts (Music Studies) (BA) Bachelor of Arts (Music Studies Extension) (BA) Bachelor of Arts (Music Studies Extension) / Bachelor of Education (BA/BEd) University of Western Sydney (02) 9852 5222 http://future.uws.edu.au/future_students_home/ug/creative_and_communication_arts/bachelor_of_music Bachelor of Music The UWS Bachelor of Music takes an eclectic, modern and inclusive approach to music repertoire, performance and sound design. It gives you an opportunity to develop your professional and creative potential in making and appreciating a range of different types of music. You will focus on repertoire and media of the 20th and 21st centuries and also study music from earlier historical periods. You will have opportunities to use our recording studios, multimedia and MIDI labs, and digital audio/video suites. You can also gain practical experience in performance as a soloist and in groups, concert administration and production, recording, composition, audio production, library research and retrieval, film music and collaboration.
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University of Wollongong School of the Arts, English and Media (02) 4221 3456 | 1300 367 869 lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au or uniadvice@uow.edu.au http://lha.uow.edu.au/taem Bachelor of Creative Arts (Music) (UAC 754603) - 3 years full time Bachelor of Creative Arts (Music) Deans Scholar (UAC 754610) - 3 years full time The study of Music integrates physical, intellectual and emotional aspects of contemporary music performance, composition, music production, theory and history, in order to gain a deeper understanding of how music works, while developing your skills as a creative practitioner to prepare for a career in the arts. This is a versatile, hands-on degree that prepares you to become part of the global creative industries by focusing on contemporary music practice. The Music major combines teaching in performance and composition with developments in electronic media, building your skills and expertise across three interrelated areas: music studio, audio production and critical studies in music. Prerequisites: Nil. Recommended studies in English and Music http://go.uow.edu.au/bca-music ANU (02) 6125 5111 domestic.enquiry@anu.edu.au www.anu.edu.au Bachelor of Music The Bachelor of Music is based around three Majors: Music Performance, Creative Musicianship (including Composition and Improvisation) and Musicology (including Ethnomusicology). You are also able to take a Minor in Music Technology. Upon successful completion of the degree, you will have developed the appropriate disciplinary knowledge and acquired the skills to: create, perform, analyse, and critique music of a variety of styles and genres at a level commensurate with the commonly accepted standards of the music profession critically apply theoretical frameworks and research techniques to technical, critical, physiological, and aesthetic issues related to music Identify - including through the interrogation of databases - relevant sources of information about music from across a variety of media (print and digital, written and audio-visual) and judge the importance and reliability of those sources evaluate musical ideas and develop creative solutions to musical problems, including through the independent pursuit of knowledge and by making connections between different disciplinary approaches and methods communicate and debate musical ideas both orally and in writing, and work with others, using a variety of media understand the ethical implications of the research, creation, performance and reception of music. Degree combinations including the Bachelor of Music are available in two groups: Arts, business, social sciences & science group Law group Prerequisites: Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR of 80 (75 with bonus points) and meet audition requirements. Applicants will be expected to have pre-existing musical knowledge such as a competency level equivalent to NSW Music 2 or Music Extension, or AMEB Grade 5 theory, or equivalent qualifications or experience. Career prospects: The ANU Bachelor of Music degree not only enables you to develop your love for music, it also provides a foundation for a career In practical music making; music education; music advocacy; academic research; entrepreneurship; and media and technology. http://music.anu.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate/bachelor-music Bachelor of Music (Honours) The Bachelor of Music (Honours) is characterised by the concept of music - be it performance, composition, or musicology - as a research-led process that explores questions relevant to our understanding of what it means to be human and of who we are. The core of this program is the sub-thesis, which is focused on the production of a substantial piece of research realised through either performance, composition, or a 20,000-25,000 word written document. A performance or composition will be explained verbally through a 5000-word exegesis that explores the creative act as a research process and explains the contribution to knowledge that the creative act makes. www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 77
Prerequisites: Entry requires the completion of a Bachelor of Music degree with an average mark of at least a distinction; written permission of the honours convenor; and written agreement of a staff member to supervise the sub-thesis. http://music.anu.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate/bachelor-music-honours Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music (07) 4940 7800 t.mcrae@cqu.edu.au www.cqu.edu.au/cqcm Bachelor of Music - 3 years full time or 6 years part time The Bachelor of Music at CQUniversity is designed to provide specialist training in Jazz and Popular Music or Music Studies. Students may study at CQUniversity’s Mackay Ooralea Campus or via distance, and will benefit from hands-on experience combined with academic study in the interpretation and understanding of music. Completing a Bachelor of Music will enable you to pursue a variety of roles in the music industry such as Professional Musician, Recording or Sound Engineer, Recording Artist, Composer or Private Music Educator. Prerequisites: Audition and interview. Diploma of Music - 1 year full time or 2 years part time The Diploma of Music is available through CQUniversity’s Regional Conservatorium partnerships in Albury and Wagga Wagga. You will be supported throughout your study and undertake one-on-one instrumental tuition with highly qualified regional conservatorium staff in Classical Jazz or Popular Music. Completing a Diploma of Music will enable you to pursue various roles such as Professional Musician or Studio Teacher, or you could choose to articulate into CQUniversity’s Bachelor of Music (Music Studies). Prerequisites: Audition and interview. James Cook University (07) 4781 4111 www.jcu.edu.au Bachelor of Creative Media (Music, Sound and Moving Image) - 3 years Digital sound and music skills are valuable for performers, sound technicians, producers and for those pursuing a career in new media, including electronic games and mobile technologies. Music and Sound Media brings together composition, performance and the use of technology to give you the skills needed for careers in the music industry. You are able to choose from a variety of instruments and have access to a stateof-the-art recording studio. You will also have the opportunity to experiment with digital or computer music technologies, enabling you to create or perform music in your own right or as part of a broader series of collaborative tasks. http://jcu.edu.au/study/creativemedia TAFE Queensland Gold Coast (07) 5581 8300 gold.coast@tafe.qld.edu.au http://tafegoldcoast.edu.au Diploma of Music The Diploma of Music focuses on live performance and production. The program entails music theory, developing yourself as an artist, rehearsals, using technology to develop and enhance your live performances, studio session recording, composition/ensemble performance, and production skills in a practical medium. http://tafegoldcoast.edu.au/course/creative-arts/11530/diploma-music#.VAUs-_mSzVs Diploma of Music Business Designed to provide a thorough grounding in the business side of the music industry, this course includes budget management, promotion, recording contracts, copyright and distribution. Queensland University of Technology (07) 3138 8114 ci@qut.edu.au Bachelor of Music - 3 years full-time QUT's music course prepares aspiring musicians to adapt to the rapidly changing music industry. Music students are encouraged to create works across musical boundaries and strike out in bold new directions. If production is your passion, you will focus on creating new music using songwriting, studio recording, sequencing, digital processing and 78 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
writing for voices with acoustic and electro-acoustic instruments. If you are interested in performance you can focus on developing your unique performance style, such as creating new work, using digital technology, new interpretations of repertoire, and gain experience performing in a recording studio environment. The emphasis is on creativity and new music, and you will be encouraged to explore new connections and different styles and genres of music. Our industrystandard music recording studios will enable you to hone your skills in a professional setting. You will be inspired to collaborate with like-minded people on various projects while finding new ways to create music. You will be given opportunities to launch your career through public performances in Brisbane’s live music venues. Music students have presented live performances in venues such as The Zoo, The HiFi, the Brisbane Powerhouse, Valley Studios and QPAC, as well as at the Brisbane Festival Spiegeltent. www.qut.edu.au/study/study-areas/study-music-and-sound Graduate Certificates and Masters A range of postgraduate study options is available, either to provide further depth to your study and practice in the performing arts, or for those without prior creative industries qualifications. www.qut.edu.au/study/study-areas/study-music-and-sound Griffith University Queensland Conservatorium of Music Phone & Fax: (07) 3735 6111 www.griffith.edu.au/music Bachelor of Popular Music - 3 years full-time Unique to Griffith, this program emphasises the musical innovation and creativity necessary to be successful in a wide range of vocations in the popular music industry. You’ll study contemporary popular music practices and emerging technologies and develop skills in sound engineering and production. Through a mix of theoretical and practical training, you will learn how to develop creativity in music technology, production, performance, song writing and the business of music. You will also have 24/7 access to extensive recording studio facilities so you can record, review and improve your songs and improvisations. You can elect to undertake a music industry internship courses in the final stages of this degree. Prerequisites: English 4SA and Audition www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=1196 Graduate Diploma of Music Studies - 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time This program offers the flexibility to choose from a wide variety of possible course combinations to tailor studies to individual needs. They provide superior-level skills across the spectrum of possible musical professions and are structured with this goal in mind. Queensland Conservatorium customises music studies to individual specialisations. All students have the opportunity to present their work to the public, whether in recitals, print or electronic media. Prerequisites: To be eligible for admission to this program, applicants will require the following: hold a three year tertiary level qualification in music from a recognised institution or have standing, professional experience or qualifications deemed by the Queensland Conservatorium to be equivalent and successfully undertake an audition and receive a panel recommendation for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Music Studies or the Graduate Diploma in Music Studies. www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=4117 Graduate Certificate in Music Studies - 0.5 years full-time, 1 year part-time This program offers the flexibility to choose from a wide variety of possible course combinations to tailor studies to individual needs. It provides superior-level skills across the spectrum of possible musical professions and is structured with this goal in mind. Queensland Conservatorium customises music studies to individual specialisations. All students have the opportunity to present their work to the public, whether in recitals, print or electronic media. Prerequisites: Applicants will require the following: hold a three year tertiary level qualification in music from a recognised institution or have standing, professional experience or qualifications deemed by the Queensland Conservatorium to be equivalent and successfully undertake an audition and receive a panel recommendation for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Music Studies. www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=3091 Master of Music Studies - 1.5 years full-time, Advanced: 1 year full-time This program offers the flexibility to choose from a wide variety of possible course combinations to tailor studies to individual needs. They provide superior-level skills across the spectrum of possible musical professions and are structured with this goal in mind. Queensland Conservatorium customises music studies to individual specialisations. 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Bachelor of Music - 3 years full-time or 4 years full-time Anyone seeking the highest quality professional music training available for the classical and jazz instrumentalist, vocalist or composer performer can’t go past this degree. You’ll choose from an range of ensemble and elective course options and be able to develop pathways of study that coincide with your interests. You’ll acquire the adaptability, selfmotivation, technological literacy and breadth of vision necessary to succeed in the music industry. Your will be exposed to diverse musical styles and idioms, including classical, jazz and world music, and to the broadly accepted musical skills of aural awareness training, music theory and ensemble work. Prerequisites: English 4SA and Audition www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=1268 Bachelor of Music with Honours - 1 year full-time This is a one year Honours program for those who have completed a three year Bachelor of Music program or equivalent from another institution OR who have graduated with the three year Bachelor of Music from the Queensland Conservatorium and now wish to return to complete the Honours year. This program will provide the opportunity for students to develop their specialist interests in Music Studies, Performance, Advanced Performance, Performance and Pedagogy, or Composition, through a program of research and research training. Prerequisites: Hold a three or four year degree in music from a recognised university which is equivalent to the Bachelor of Music at Griffith University; have achieved a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.6 or equivalent; have a good general academic record including consistently high results in courses involving a written research component; provide examples of written research work demonstrating suitable research preparation equivalent to Distinction level work at third year level at Queensland Conservatorium; provide a Dissertation Research Proposal of satisfactory standard in the format prescribed by the Conservatorium (contact the Convenor for details); for Performance strands - demonstrate in an audition a performance standard equivalent to at least a Distinction in third year Performance Study at the Conservatorium; for Composition strand - demonstrate through a folio of compositions a standard equivalent to at least a Distinction in third year Composition Study at the Conservatorium; for the Music Studies strand the requirement for audition or composition folio may be waived and in lieu, a folio of written research work should be submitted equivalent in standard to at least Distinction level work in third year Music Literature courses at the Conservatorium; participate in an interview if required. www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=2051 Bachelor of Popular Music with Honours - 1 year full-time This program will prepare talented undergraduate students studying popular music for entry into Masters or Doctoral studies by developing popular music research skills and broadening the scope of both research method and creative practice. The program comprises of coursework and a dissertation. The dissertation component can be either a scholarly dissertation or a minor dissertation combined with creative product. Prerequisites: Student will be expected to have completed all three years of the degree requirements of the Bachelor of Popular Music at the following levels of achievement: a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.6, and at least a Distinction in Year 3 Popular Music Production courses and Music Literature and Culture courses. www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=2062 Certificate in Music Studies - 0.5 years full-time This is the path for you if your earlier studies in music have not been sufficient for entry into the Bachelor of Popular Music. The music industry offers a diverse range of opportunities. This certificate program will help you to develop your knowledge by addressing key technology topics including sound recording, sound engineering, MIDI and theory-based topics. Prerequisites: English 4SA plus audition and folio of recorded work www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=9019 Master of Music - 2 years full-time / 4 years part-time This program develops the highest possible skills in musical practice and research by providing advanced musical training, promoting reflective professional activity, and providing opportunities for innovative research and creative accomplishment. You'll also undertake practice-led research projects including - but not limited to - performance, composition, music technology, and music education. Prerequisites: A Bachelor of Music with at least second-class honours (Division B) or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. 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Prerequisites: Must hold a recognised degree, which meets required standards, or possess a recognised record of research or a qualification that meets required standards. Plus have at least five years professional experience, provide a presentation of a current portfolio, attend an interview, present a research proposal www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=6017 University of Queensland (07) 3365 1111 www.uq.edu.au Music Single Major You will approach the study of Western art music in a challenging and engaging way, incorporating critical perspectives and historical knowledge along with written and aural skills. Students contemplating the extended major will have a choice of two streams, a musicological stream which further develops the aspects described above, and a professional stream which combines elements of the above with a specially developed suit of courses designed for students interested to pursue the professional fields of Music Education or Music Therapy through the relevant dual-degree or postgraduate programs. www.uq.edu.au/study/plan.html?acad_plan=MUSICX2320 Diploma of Music Performance The Diploma of Music Performance is offered concurrently with any undergraduate program offered by this University. www.uq.edu.au/study/program.html?acad_prog=1605 Jazz Music Institute (07) 3216 1110 play@jazz.qld.edu.au www.jazz.qld.edu.au Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance - 3 years full-time Jazz Music Institute (JMI) is the only private higher education provider in Australia that offers a degree strictly dedicated to jazz performance. The 3-year Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance is a unique, focussed and performance-based degree. Delivered by some of Australia's finest jazz musicians and educators, JMI teaches all elements of jazz in an holistic way. There is a high emphasis on improvisation and developing strong aural and analysis ability in students. Students spend the majority of contact hours in performance-based classes, giving them the opportunity to learn and refine playing skills more than any other institution or university. Prerequisites: Entry is by audition only, applying directly through JMI. NB: This course is FEE-HELP approved and is only open for domestic students. www.jazz.qld.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-music-in-jazz-performance Elder Conservatorium of Music, University of Adelaide (08) 8303 5995 music@adelaide.edu.au http://music.adelaide.edu.au Certificate III in Music Certificate IV in Music Diploma in Music Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Music (Honours) Diploma in Instrumental Music The Bachelor of Music program is divided into the eight areas of specialisation: Classical Performance Composition Jazz Performance Musicology Music Education www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 81
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TAFE SA (08) 8463 5000 tafesa.edu.au If you have musical skill and a flair for entertainment, a career in music may be for you. At TAFE SA our music courses cover arrangement, composition, and music business principles and provides experience in performing at on-the-job venues. Sound production courses teach you to operate audio equipment to record, edit, mix and master and produce sound for CD, DVD, web, TV, radio, film, video productions and live performance. Certificate III in Music (CUS30109) This course provides foundation training for developing musicians for the commercial music industry. You’ll gain experience and expertise by studying under the supervision and guidance of industry professionals in an environment of learning at your own pace with access to industry standard equipment and studios. Certificate IV in Music (CUS40109) This course provides comprehensive training for developing musicians for the commercial music industry. You can select electives such as song writing, mixing live sound and music technology. You’ll gain experience and expertise by studying under the supervision and guidance of industry professionals in an environment of learning at your own pace with access to industry standard equipment and studios. Certificate III in Media – music video production focus (CUF30107) Every ambitious band and music artist needs a high quality audio recording and memorable video clip, and you can make this happen for them with this course. Opportunities exist for audio and video recording and editing professionals to work on a wide variety of sound and vision media productions. Conservatorium of Music University of Tasmania (03) 6226 7308 Heather.Monkhouse@utas.edu.au www.utas.edu.au/conservatorium-of-music Diploma in Music Performance Associate Degree in Music Studies Associate Degree in Music (Rock Studies) Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Musical Arts Bachelor of Music with Honours Postgraduate Courses Graduate Certificate in Music Studies (Specialisation) Graduate Diploma in Professional Music Practice Graduate Diploma in Music Studies (Specialisation) Master of Music Master of Music Studies
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Monash University Academy of Performing Arts Monash University (03) 9902 6000 www.monash.edu.au Bachelor of Music - 3 years To be the best, surround yourself with high-achievers. Our School of Music - Conservatorium is consistently ranked among the best music schools in Australia. And we've handpicked your mentors from the best in the business. Tutors and lecturers have studied at leading overseas institutions like the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Manhattan School of Music in New York, and even our new Vice-Chancellor's Professorial Fellow in the School of Music is an industry heavyweight. You'll receive one-on-one instrumental teaching to develop your solo and ensemble performance skills. You'll have a number of opportunities to study overseas. You will also benefit from fantastic facilities. Our Performing Arts Centre contains a recital hall, drama theatre, music technology studios, an Early Music Room, an Asian Orchestras Room and a suite of practice studios (with quality pianos). www.monash.edu.au/study/coursefinder/course/0821/?courseview=domestic Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music - 4.5 years Melbourne Conservatorium of Music University of Melbourne 13 MELB Bachelor of Music – 3 years full time The Bachelor of Music provides advanced, pre-professional music training in five specialisations: Music Performance, Composition, Musicology/Ethnomusicology, Jazz & Improvisation and Interactive Composition. These five specialisations develop technically advanced and experienced musicians through an immersive and practical curriculum with core studies, music electives and complementary University of Melbourne Breadth subjects. Depending on the area of specialisations, students receive practical tuition through weekly individual instrumental, vocal or composition lessons, instrument classes, extensive solo and ensemble performance opportunities, and regular master classes with distinguished national and international artists and teachers. Bachelor of Music students learn from some of the most committed, talented and experienced teachers in Australia and play an active part in the musical life of the University and the city of Melbourne. http://mcm.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/bachelor-of-music/overview Box Hill Institute of TAFE 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445) info@boxhill.edu.au Bachelor of Applied Music (Composition) Bachelor of Applied Music (Performance) Advanced Diploma of Music Diploma of Music Certificate IV in Music RMIT (03) 9925 2260 Bachelor of Arts (Music Industry) www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp047
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Victorian University (03) 9919 4000 Certificate II in Music Certificate IV in Music Advanced Diploma of Music Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM) (03) 9645 7911 info@anam.com.au www.anam.com.au ANAM Professional Performance Program An intensive 12 month individually based performance program, structured to meet the optimum development requirements of each student. Students participate in solo, chamber and orchestral/ensemble training and performance along with career and professional development, ANAM’s Health and Wellbeing program plus community and outreach projects. Students work with a distinguished faculty of artists along with national and international guest musicians. Entry is via direct application to ANAM. Whilst primarily open to applicants who have undertaken tertiary study, applicants who do not have a recognised tertiary award but who demonstrate an equivalent musical ability and maturity at the audition and interview may be considered for admission to this program. http://www.anam.com.au/study/programs.phps ANAM Fellowship The ANAM Fellowship program is designed to provide musicians and/or ensembles of exceptional accomplishment with the opportunity to realise a specific goal in support of their musical development. As Fellows, recipients are provided with the freedom and appropriate support to progress their music careers. There is no academic pre-requisite, however applicants must be able to demonstrate appropriate skill and professional experience. http://www.anam.com.au/study/programs.phps ANAM/Griffith University Master of Music (Research) The ANAM/Griffith University Master of Music degree is a fully accredited post-graduate degree through Griffith University Queensland, open to applicants accepted into the ANAM Professional Performance Program who successfully meet both ANAM and Griffith University’s entry requirements. The 12 month program is delivered at ANAM in South Melbourne, in partnership with Griffith University and provides an intensive instrumental training program, focusing on solo, chamber and ensemble/orchestral training and performance, underpinned by research/reflective study. Students wishing to undertake the ANAM/Griffith University Master of Music (Research) must first satisfy the ANAM course entry requirements. Once accepted into the ANAM Professional Performance Program applicants must then apply to Griffith University to be considered for the ANAM/Griffith University Master of Music (Research). http://www.anam.com.au/study/programs.phps The University of Western Australia (08) 6488 2051 music@uwa.edu.au www.music.uwa.edu.au The study of music can now be undertaken as part of the new undergraduate degrees in: Bachelor of Arts [BA] Bachelor of Commerce [BCom] Bachelor of Design [BDes] Bachelor of Science [BSc] Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) [BPhil(Hons)] www.music.uwa.edu.au/courses/undergraduate 84 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
WAAPA Edith Cowan University 134 ECU (134 328) (08) 6304 0000 enquiries@ecu.edu.au All WAAPA music students take a common core of historical and theoretical studies in addition to following a specialised performance-based curriculum in their selected area. An elective stream allows students to explore areas outside of their own specialisation. The full- time lecturers are internationally renowned in their respective fields and are augmented by a part-time staff that is fully engaged in the industry. Our programs are recognised both nationally and internationally and our graduates can be found not only producing ARIA winning albums, performing in major symphony orchestras, topping the charts, touring the world as solo artists or writing music for film and television but also in many of the new and exciting careers open to musicians today. With comprehensive programs in classical music, jazz, composition and music technology, musicology, theory and music education, WAAPA is a dynamic and stimulating environment in which to study music. We offer an exciting curriculum that simultaneously grounds musicians in the great traditions of the past while also equipping them to meet the challenges of the future. The strength of the department is in its interdisciplinary nature, which is made possible by a large and diverse staff of academics and performers spanning the whole gamut of the music world today Bachelor of Music and Diploma of Music qualifications are offered in the following areas: Classical Performance - Instrumental Classical Performance - Vocal Composition And Music Technology Contemporary Music Jazz Music Education
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Musical Theatre Australian Institute of Music (02) 9219 5444 enquiries@aim.edu.au www.aim.edu.au Bachelor of Music - Musical Theatre - 2 years (6 trimesters) Diploma of Music - Musical Theatre - 15 Months (4 trimesters) Masters of Music - Musical Theatre This course will help develop an understanding of the broader arena of music theatre. With a purpose built dance space, vocal rooms, cabaret space and rehearsal rooms, students are skilled in the four disciplines of singing, dancing, acting and creating - The Quadruple Threat! Music Theatre students develop the ear of a musician, the body awareness of a dancer, the imagination of an actor, the vision of a director and the fortitude of a producer. www.aim.edu.au/courses/music-theatre#sthash.qYFysdA2.dpuf Brent Street 1300 013 708 info@brentstreet.com.au www.brentstreet.com.au Diploma of Musical Theatre - 1 year full-time Programmed in consultation with renowned performing artists including Caroline O'Connor, Brent Street's Diploma of Musical Theatre gives aspiring musical theatre professionals the best possible preparation for a career in this demanding industry. The Diploma is a full-time, one year professional development program focused on musical theatre technique and performance at an elite level. The course is designed for students either with a background in singing, dancing and acting or who excel in one or two performance areas and wish to refine their skill sets in the others and extend their musical theatre performance skills to a professional level. Prerequisites: Acceptance into this course is by audition only. This course is open to students over the age of 17 who have completed Year 11 secondary education and have an interest and aptitude in the performing arts. www.brentstreet.com.au/2016-VET-Courses
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AIM’s Quadruple Threats Julian Kuo reports that the Australian Institute of Music’s Musical Theatre Department has become the home of the ‘Quadruple Threat’, developing artists who not only sing, dance and act, in independent and commercial theatre, but also create. Exclaim Theatre Company enables the Alumni of AIM’s Musical Theatre course to fill every role, in front of and behind the curtain, in staging musical theatre productions. In just two years, the graduate company has performed five full-scale musicals including Hair, The Fantasticks and, most recently, In The Heights. Exclaim has proved a great stepping-stone for Brendan Hay. After designing The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, he was asked to design the costumes for Squabbalogic’s Man of La Mancha, which earned him a Best Costumes nomination at the Sydney Theatre Awards. Since then he’s had many theatre and event design jobs, while continuing his performance
career focused around a series of self-devised cabaret characters. Across the industry, other graduates enjoying success include Toby Francis, shortly to make his main stage debut in the lead role of Charlie in Kinky Boots. This builds on his successes on the Australian cabaret circuit and in founding Highway Run Productions, producer of two sold out seasons of RENT at the Hayes Theatre. Jaime Hadwen and Catty Hamilton appeared in Xanadu at The Hayes Theatre. Now Jaime is starring in Bonnie Lythgoe’s Cinderella at Sydney’s State Theatre. Fresh from the Australian production of Dirty Dancing, Mark Vincent will star in My Fair Lady, directed by none other than Mary Poppins herself, Julie Andrews. Elisa Colla’s credits
of The Original Grease for Squabbalogic. Simeon Yialeloglou will direct Flame Trees for Tunks Productions at the Depot Theatre and Ylaria Rogers will launch her new theatre company, Freewill Productions with David Auburn’s Proof in July. Off the stage, and out of the country, Christina Paterno continues to find success in the film world. A short film concept created by Paterno and Director Eduardo Rios turned into include Nessarose in Sarah Is Not Her Name, recently part of the Short Wicked, and Les Misérables. Monique Film Corner at Cannes Film Salle, who made her Festival. Paterno says, “We watched films all day, and debut as Bebe in A went to events every night. Chorus Line, also We met so many incredible toured in Ghost, artists, which is very covering the role of Molly exciting!” and making several That’s just snapshot of appearances as the character. Career highlights the world of Alumni and for Daniel Belle over the past past students of the Musical Theatre Department at AIM; eight years have included many others feature lead Jerry Springer: The Opera singers for bands, in and as first cover for Jean corporate entertainment, Valjean in Les Miserables. AIM alumni have enjoyed performing at special events and also several teaching particular success in their art to the next Independent Theatre. Eight current students or generation. alumni featured in the cast
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Queensland Performers Shine In the space of just five years, Queensland Conservatorium has trained some of the best emerging triple threat talent in the country.
Sarah, whose love for singing started at the age of six, accepted the role while completing her last year of study. “I was just so lucky to be given such Graduates are landing roles in an incredible opportunity like this and that the Con was so supportive of me,” national productions including Les she says. “Despite the hectic schedule I Misérables, The Lion King, The King & was still able to graduate on time.” I, The Pirates of Penzance, Candide, Sarah followed in the footsteps of Georgy Girl and most recently My Fair previous graduates Chris Fung and Lady, Mary Poppins and Aladdin. Vivien Emsworth, who both accepted Associate Professor Paul Sabey says it’s been a stellar start to Australia’s 2016 Matilda Award Best Emerging roles in The King & I in their final year. “It’s common for our students to be only Bachelor of Musical Theatre. Artist winner Georgina Hopson is one “From the first day it’s been our graduate. Since finishing her degree in approached before completing their degrees,” Paul says. goal to equip young performers for the 2014, she has played Mabel in The “While studying, they take part in world stage,” he says. Pirates of Penzance, Sue in Carrie and full scale productions, travel for “Training is vital, but so is Cinderella in Into the Woods. She has interstate performances and understanding what it takes to be a also been cast as the understudy for workshops, build networks and professional in this industry to ensure the role of Eliza Doolittle in the career longevity. upcoming production of My Fair Lady, perform in world class facilities. “Ultimately, we want to ensure that “We’ve seen many of our graduates to be directed by Dame Julie Andrews. secure incredible roles, both here and “Georgina has taken everything she the top talent continues to come out of Australia equipped with the passion, abroad, which is testament of course learned during her time training at drive and skills to perform in cabaret, to their talent, but also to their Queensland Conservatorium and has theatre, television, film and musical teaching.” become an incredible performer,” he theatre all over the world. Paul’s expertise has taken him says. “I couldn’t be prouder of what around the world, working with Fellow graduates Billy Bourchier and these young performers have been able singers and musicians as an academic, Sarah Murr have also enjoyed success, to achieve in their careers.” an artistic programme advisor and a touring Australia and South East Asia musical director. with Les Misérables.
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NIDA (02) 9697 7600 info@nida.edu.au www.nida.edu.au Vocational Diploma of Musical Theatre - 9 months NIDA’s Vocational Diploma of Musical Theatre provides students with the rigour and skill required to secure a foothold in musical theatre. Students are trained to respond creatively to scripts and songs, collaborate effectively with others and to make informed decisions about character interpretation. Training is practical, with an even distribution of classes in each of the disciplines of singing, dancing and acting. The course is industry-driven with content delivered by practicing professionals and guest tutors from the performing arts industry. Students train in ensemble and solo singing across a range of musical theatre repertoire, acting technique for both spoken and sung dialogue, and ensemble and solo dance in a variety of styles. The course culminates in a showcase attended by music theatre practitioners, producers and agents. www.nida.edu.au/musical-theatre Urban Dance www.urbandance.com.au Diploma of Musical Theatre TAFE Western Sydney 131 870 Diploma in Musical Theatre http://entertainment.wsi.tafensw.edu.au/courses/performing-arts http://entertainment.wsi.tafensw.edu.au/courses/live-sound-and-lighting Academy of Film, Theatre, and Television (AFTT) (02) 9281 2400 info@aftt.edu.au www.aftt.edu.au Advanced Diploma of Music Theatre - 2 years Subjects: Students will take part in more than just traditional dance, movement and voice training classes. You will learn the art of improvisation while delving into the rich history of the musical. Units also cover script analysis and critiquing, performance adaptation, resilience training and further acting methodologies. These include the Eric Morris system, Meyerhold BioMechanics and other internationally recognised techniques. Aims: Our tutors and mentors provide training and support that reflects current and industry best practice. They are experienced professionals who have forged careers directing, choreographing, producing and collaborating on highly acclaimed musicals here, on Broadway and around the world. You will have the opportunity to apply all of these skills regularly in a range of musical styles including solo, ensemble and cabaret. Once students complete the course, they will be fully equipped with skills that they can confidently enter the industry with. Performance opportunities: Throughout the course there are plenty of opportunities to make professional connections with renowned musical theatre directors, performers and choreographers, while working with our stage management and other acting students on multiple internal and external high-value productions held at professional venues. Students will be subject to a rigorous schedule of in-house and external productions, including a fully funded large scale musical show.
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Canberra Academy of Dramatic Art (RTO 4059) 1300 908 905 admin@cada.net.au www.cada.net.au Certificate IV in Musical Theatre* (CUA40513) Offered full-time and part-time, the CUA40513 Certificate IV in Musical Theatre is CADA’s foundational course in singing, dance and acting. This course is both joyous and rigorous: you will develop your singing technique, build your strength as a dancer through ballet and jazz, while learning to integrate essential acting technique into movement, voice and song. Added to this is professional training in screen acting, should you wish to adapt your skills as a performer to a film and television context. Entry is by audition. Diploma of Musical Theatre* (CUA50213) This course is suitable for both men and women aged 16+ who are seeking professional foundations in singing, dance and acting. Building on learning gained from the CUA40513 Certificate IV in Musical Theatre, you’ll refine your skills further and prepare yourself for industry. In addition to performance skills, you’ll learn how to promote yourself and your work, provide your services as a freelancer, and apply your own theatrical makeup. Entry is by audition. *These courses are available in Canberra though CADA, and in Wyoming, NSW, through partnership with Nate Butler’s Studio (natebutlersstudio.com.au). ED5INTERNATIONAL (02) 9746 0848 craig@ed5international.com.au www.ed5international.com.au Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts (10149NAT) - 2 years Full-time ED5INTERNATIONAL is proud to offer their new accredited Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts, exclusive to ED5INTERNATIONAL. Guided by William A. Forsythe with founders Elena & Mario De Cinque it boasts Australia’s leading faculty. Graduates perform in Musical Theatre, television, stage, theme parks, overseas contracts, cruise ships and a multitude of other entertainment arenas. The course is youth allowance approved and accredited by ASQA (Australian Skills Quality Authority), NRT (Nationally Recognised Training) and AQF (Australian Quality Framework). ED5INTERNATIONAL elevates and enhances the profile of Australian Performing Arts and delivers the highest level of performer through dedication, discipline, talent and a lot of laughter and love. Our philosophy is work hard and you can achieve any goal you wish. Acceptance into the course is by audition only. Applicants must be of school leaving age. Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University Phone & Fax: (07) 3735 6111 www.griffith.edu.au/music Bachelor of Musical Theatre - 3 years full time Queensland Conservatorium is the only music school in Australia to offer a Bachelor of Musical Theatre. During the course of this program you will be exposed to diverse musical theatre styles and to the broadly accepted musical skills of aural awareness training, music theory and ensemble work appropriate to this genre. This program will develop your skills through intensive practical training in acting and improvisation, speech, voice, singing, dance and movement, focussing on producing the 'triple-threat' performer - one who is proficient in singing, acting and movement, enabling you to forge a successful career in the industry. Prerequisite: Audition www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=1404 Harvest Rain Theatre One year Music Theatre Internship www.harvestrain.com.au/#/internships/4568004180
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Victorian College of the Arts University of Melbourne 13 MELB Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre) - 3 years full-time The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre) is designed as an intensive skills-building program that produces industry-ready, professional performers with a strong sense of individual expression. The program offers extensive practical training in music theatre’s three principal disciplines - singing, acting and dancing - both as individual crafts and in combination. Public performance is an integral part of the program beginning in second year, with fully staged performances in third year and culminating in an industry showcase for agents, directors and producers. Music Theatre has a strong focus on, and connection to, Melbourne's thriving music theatre profession and students participate in daily studio-based training with working artists and industry master classes with international guest teachers. The program also encourages the development and performance of new music theatre works. https://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/bachelor-of-fine-arts-music-theatre/overview Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) (Music Theatre) - 1 year full-time http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/bachelor-of-fine-arts-honours-music-theatre/overview Master of Fine Arts (Music Theatre) - 2 years full time http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/master-of-fine-arts-music-theatre/overview Foundation Program (Music Theatre) - 1 year The Foundation Program is a one-year program that offers a course of study for those music theatre students whose performance skills show potential but who have not attained the required standard in practical and/or theoretical studies for admission to the Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre). The program develops your skills in acting, singing, dance, spoken voice, movement and body conditioning/technique under the tutelage of professional teaching artists who are experts in their field. The program is an accredited one year enabling course that has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs). However, the program is presently tuition fee exempt and there will be no tuition fees for the duration of study in this course. Unlike other courses, studying this program will not incur HECS and will not use up any of a student’s Student Learning Entitlement. Completion of this course does not guarantee a place in undergraduate programs offered by the VCA and MCM. The Foundation Program is not an undergraduate degree. https://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/foundation-program-music-theatre/overview Spectrum Dance (03) 9830 6588 ftc@spectrumdance.com.au www.spectrumdance.com.au Diploma of Musical Theatre (CUA50213) - 2 years full time Subjects: Vocal development, drama, stagecraft, a variety of dance and movement genres, choreography, on-camera performance skills, theatrical make-up and hairstyling, auditioning techniques, performance technologies, fitness training business management, industry knowledge and show business skills. Aims: Students will be tutored in performance and production skills to emerge as versatile performers who meet the expectations of professional musical theatre including cabaret, stage and television. Government accredited. Qualification delivered in partnership with Swinburne University of Technology RTO#3059. Federation University Arts Academy 1800 FED UNI (1800 333 864) info@federation.edu.au www.federation.edu.au/performingarts Bachelor of Music Theatre - 3 years You love singing, dancing and acting. You also don't mind being the centre of attention and the idea of working on stages and in front of the camera excites you. Our three year degree will help you to become a multi-talented performer. You'll study acting, dance, music, singing and voice and will put on shows throughout your degree. Along with very 92 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
practical classes, workshops and performances, you'll also delve into the history and theory of music theatre. You'll learn about the people and places that have shaped the industry and how you can prepare for the future of music theatre. We encourage those with previous experience in singing, dance and/or music to join this degree. Federation University also offers a 3 year full time Bachelor of Acting for Stage and Screen. See listing in the Acting section. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of VCE (or equivalent) Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English Applicants are selected by audition and interview (the audition process is managed separately to the application process). Bachelor of Music (Performance) Bachelor of Dance (Performance) Master of Music (Performance) Showfit (03) 9380 8480 (ext 1) info@showfit.com.au www.showfit.com.au Full Time Music Theatre Course - 1 year (2nd Year Optional) Showfit has fast become one of Australia’s most sought after Musical Theatre courses. Led by a team of industry professionals, Showfit provides graduates with a strong skill base across all disciplines of musical theatre. The course is well renowned for its close connection to the industry, which allows students to be trained by a wide range of Australia’s most successful musical theatre performers and teachers. Prerequisites: Must be 18 Years of age or over. Some dance, singing, acting training. Auditions will be held late 2016. Michelle Slater Performing Arts Studio Diploma of Musical Theatre - Full-time and part-time Dance Factory (03) 9429 9492 dancefac@netspace.net.au www.dancefactory.com.au Dance Factory offers the widest range of performing arts, dance and musical theatre courses in Australia which means that it can cater to the individual, from the beginner to the elite; provide training that exactly matches a person’s standards and abilities, as well as their goals and ambitions. Courses are accredited with ASQA and CRICOS for international students, and as such attracts a range of state and federal support to students, as well as a recognised higher education pathway. This, combined with its outstanding graduate history, sees Dance Factory graduates performing across Australia, Asia, the West End, New York, cruise ships, Universal Studios and Disneyland, not to mention teaching, choreographing and producing across Australia and internationally, meaning that Dance Factory remains a leader in Australian performing arts training. Diploma of Musical Theatre (CUA50213) – 1 year full time or 2 years part time Prerequisite: CUA40113 Certificate IV in Dance or equivalent Patrick Studios Australia (03) 9681 8856 info@patrickstudiosaustralia.com.au www.patrickstudiosaustralia.com.au Full Time Musical Theatre (Certificate II, III in Dance; Diploma of Musical Theatre) - 2 years Directed by one of Australia's leading musical theatre choreographers, Andrew Hallsworth, this course builds on the school's strong dance reputation and complements it with a more focused and intense drama and vocal training. The course is aimed at preparing students for a successful career in the Entertainment Industry. Positions are limited and are judged upon successful auditions. Applications can be made on our website.
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WAAPA Edith Cowan University 134 ECU (134 328) enquiries@ecu.edu.au Bachelor of Arts (Music Theatre) WAAPA’s acclaimed Music Theatre course provides graduates with the skills and experience required to engage in professional theatre practice. Music Theatre students work closely with WAAPA’s world class teaching staff and specialist tutors who share the knowledge and skills they have gained through professional performance careers. The Music Theatre program provides intensive technical training in singing, dancing and acting to develop the professionally acknowledged ‘triple threat ’performer. In addition to these core skills, students are instructed in film, television and radio techniques to train them for a wide range of roles in the performing arts. There is also a strong focus on preparing students for professional audition. Practical training is complemented by the study of dramatic literature, the history of music theatre and arts management. Students integrate their class studies with performance training throughout the course in classroom presentations, workshops, chamber music theatre and full-scale musical productions. Prerequisites: Applications are submitted directly to WAAPA via the Online Admission System. Admission is based on a comprehensive audition and interview. Certificate IV In Musical Theatre This nationally recognised qualification is a one year vocational program at WAAPA assisting students in gaining more experience in the areas of song, dance and acting. It focuses on audition techniques and develops the student’s ability and knowledge in the area of music theatre. On completion, successful students can apply and audition for the Bachelor of Music Theatre. Prerequisites: Applications are submitted directly to WAAPA via the Online Admission System. Admission is based on a comprehensive audition and interview where the candidate can demonstrate competence in vocal, dance and/or acting skills at Certificate III level. NASDA - National Academy of Singing and Dramatic Art Ara Institute of Canterbury +64 3 940 8464 www.nasda.co.nz Bachelor of Performing Arts (Music Theatre) - 3 years NASDA is dedicated to excellence in music theatre training and aims to produce fully integrated performers capable of employment throughout the performing arts industry. The successful performer anywhere in the industry today needs to be versatile and dynamic, with an ability to act, sing, and dance. The Bachelor of Performing Arts (Music Theatre) is a unique qualification which combines these disciplines, providing a comprehensively integrated course with a good balance between practical skills and academic rigour. The degree’s course of study incorporates individual singing lessons and classes in acting, tap, jazz and ballet, physical theatre, musicianship, chorus, performance masterclasses, theatre studies and research. Throughout the year students also perform in a busy programme of plays, musicals, musical theatre ensembles, concerts, road-shows to schools and a season of cabaret. The NASDA staff is a group of highly skilled and experienced professionals who work collaboratively to help each student maximise his or her potential. Because we are a part of Ara Institute of Canterbury our students are able to study at an institution that has built a tradition of excellence in tertiary education for over 100 years, and offers courses in a wide range of related areas. Graduates from NASDA can be found working successfully in all areas of the arts profession and entertainment industry including film, television, theatre and musical theatre, radio and in other performance events in New Zealand, Australia and Europe. A number of students have gone on to study at postgraduate level. NASDA is a place where talent, both obvious and hidden, is developed to the highest level.
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Sound and Light
Toi Whakaari NZ Drama School’s As You Like It Photo: Philip Merry.
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NIDA’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (Staging) students relish the hands-on practical nature of the course. Taylor Hill explains the challenge of putting together a light project for Vivid Sydney.
sectioning the bowls into one eighth parts, making the mould out of plywood and foam, duplicating the mould eight times, securing all pieces together with small nails to form the bowls, and then using builders bog and a sander to create a smooth Second-year staging students were finish. We then melted thin pieces of selected to help construct a light installation - the fountain - a 3-metre plastic over each of the bowl moulds, making it more durable for the high geometric mountain of light, which live-streamed the global birth rate. The data appeared as ‘human water droplets’ that emerge from the Fountain’s water jets, shoot skywards, float to the ground, land on their feet and then walk into the distance. This announcement was met with huge excitement by all of us as Vivid Sydney is one of the festival highlights of the year. We met to discuss materials, size, placement and budget of the installation, then drafted a construction process for the build, which had to be put together in just 14 hours. The construction began with the building of the mould/shell of the fountain bowls. This included 96 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
sculpture’s final outside setting Martin Place. A company was engaged to make rolled steel, which we welded together to form the metal skeleton for the fountain. This skeleton held everything in place, including the ‘human water droplets’. The build of the metal skeleton included welding and moulding the rolled steel into shapes to hold and
connect the three fountain bowls. We also created long ark-shaped steel poles with spikes that were used to support the figurines. Once each of the metal components was completed, all the different aspects of the Fountain were constructed and de-constructed at NIDA to ensure everything fitted together before the bump-in at Martin Place. The final part of the build was the most challenging and rewarding, as a professional props caster was hired to teach us the process of making the miniature ‘human water droplets’. It included printing out 3D figures, and using modelling clay, Pinkysil (liquid that hardens to a rubber-like substance), plaster and acrylic resin to complete the look. We made more than 300 moulds to produce the five perfect sets of 25 miniature figurines needed for the installation. Despite a few hiccups along the way, we managed to send off the last set of ‘human water droplets’ to the lighting company S1T2, who then applied the finishing
touches of LED strips to the figures. For the final installation of the fountain at Martin Place, the LED strips were attached to a loom (a big long cable) which fed electrical current into the miniature figurines making them light up. This was the most rewarding and challenging build we have done thus
far. We were so pleased with the outcome and feel very proud to have been chosen to participate in one of Sydney’s favourite festivals, Vivid Sydney. Taylor Hill is a second-year NIDA Bachelor of Fine Arts (Staging) student.
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Academy of Film, Theatre, and Television (AFTT) (02) 9281 2400 info@aftt.edu.au www.aftt.edu.au Advanced Diploma of Live Production & Management Services (CUA60213) - 3 semesters AFTT delivers the Advanced Diploma of Live Production & Management Services qualification as a specialist stage management course that includes every aspect of this challenging and exciting career. From analysing and interpreting scripts, scheduling and managing rehearsals, sourcing props, preparing technical cues and front-of-house communication, supervising backstage, providing light, sound and cast cues and wrapping the show. The first semester is devoted to learning and experiencing the role of assistant stage manager working on productions staged in our own performance space. The second semester concentrates on providing realistic industry experiences as a stage manager at a professional level. The final semester deepens production experience and helps develop students’ contact with industry professionals and events through secondments and stage-managing Academy productions at commercial theatres, such as Belvoir St Theatre. Because of the variety of plays and music theatre productions produced every year at the Academy, you will learn to communicate with, and oversee a range of production genres, and will be exposed to various techniques of management, collaboration, administrative and design/ technical skills. On productions, you will be involved from the pre-production stage through to rehearsal and then the end product of live performances, where you will be trained and mentored to grow into a confident stage manager. National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) (02) 9697 7600 info@nida.edu.au www.nida.edu.au Bachelor of Fine Arts (Staging) - 3 years NIDA’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (Staging) teaches students how to create environments in which performances take place. This is as varied as creating the platform performers stand on, the rigging structures for lighting and sound systems or live concerts or the interiors of a theatrical production or screen projects, among others. The course equips students with an understanding of all aspects of staging in terms of creating a production. This includes current staging practice, stage engineering, stage rigging and automation, risk and project management, as well as a broader theoretical and contextual knowledge of theatre, arts and culture. In the third year, students take on leadership roles as construction managers or technical managers for NIDA’s full-scale productions where they work alongside the Design students to bring the set and lighting concepts to life, and also undertake an industry placement. www.nida.edu.au/staging Vocational Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services - 6 months face-to-face plus a 2 month individual project NIDA’s Vocational Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services provides students with the skills and knowledge to implement lighting, sound and vision designs, operate equipment and plan and conduct the bump-in and bump-out of productions. Classes are practical providing a hands-on approach to learning. Training is industry-driven with content delivered by practicing professionals and guest tutors from the arts and entertainment industries. At the end of the six months students undertake an individual project to develop an area of specialisation. Coursework includes site visits to venues and theatre companies including Opera Australia. www.nida.edu.au/live-production JMC Academy (02) 8241 8899 www.jmcacademy.edu.au Diploma of Audio Engineering and Sound Production - 2 trimesters (30 weeks) full time www.jmcacademy.edu.au/courses/audio-engineering-sound-production Associate Degree of Audio Engineering and Sound Production - 4 trimesters (60 weeks) full time www.jmcacademy.edu.au/courses/audio-engineering-sound-production Bachelor of Creative Technology (Audio Engineering and Sound Production) - 6 trimesters (90 weeks) full time www.jmcacademy.edu.au/courses/audio-engineering-sound-production
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TAFE Western Sydney http://entertainment.wsi.tafensw.edu.au/courses/live-sound-and-lighting Live Production Certificates and Diplomas Australian Institute of Music (02) 9219 5444 www.aim.edu.au/courses/acting-theatre Bachelor of Music - Audio Engineering - 2 years (6 trimesters) Diploma of Music - Audio Engineering - 15 months (4 trimesters) Masters of Music - Audio Engineering This audio course is for students who want to follow a career as a sound engineer, music producer, or audio specialist, with a focus on technical production skills. Students develop professional skills in critical listening, recording, mixing, studio and live sound. AIM's audio course is delivered by some of the finest Audio teachers in Australia. There is a high component of collaboration as audio students work with other AIM students including composers, musicians, performers and actors to complete major recording projects. www.aim.edu.au/courses/audio-engineering#sthash.713zsQbq.dpuf TAFE Queensland Gold Coast (07) 5581 8300 gold.coast@tafe.qld.edu.au http://tafegoldcoast.edu.au Certificate III in Live Production, Theatre and Events (Technical Operations) This program is designed to reflect the role of individuals who work in technical production areas and perform a range of skilled tasks using discretion and judgement, and who have the ability to select, adapt and transfer skills to different work situations. Certificate III is generally accepted as the industry entry-level qualification. TAFE Queensland Gold Coast has designed this program to meet a broad range of work outcomes. It reflects the need for multi-skilling whilst focusing on specific entry-level work areas including industry practice, audio-visual, lighting, occupational health and safety, and staging elements. http://tafegoldcoast.edu.au/course/creative-arts/12110/certificate-iii-live-production-theatre-events-technical-operations Diploma of Sound Production This program is ideal for people who have existing talent as performers and/or song writers that wish to acquire the skills and knowledge to produce their own music to a professional standard, as well as people with a passion for sound and music that would like a career in the industry but are not necessarily performers themselves. Students develop their skills and experience through practical tasks and delivery, based on real workplace projects including recording sessions and live events. http://tafegoldcoast.edu.au/course/creative-arts/11517/diploma-sound-production Diploma of Screen and Media Obtain skills in pre-production, production, lighting, digital audio, video editing, 3D modelling, 3D animation, production project management and post-production stages of screen and media projects http://tafegoldcoast.edu.au/course/creative-arts/11407/diploma-screen-media Griffith University Queensland Conservatorium of Music (07) 3735 7111 (Brisbane) | (07) 5552 8800 (Gold Coast) www.griffith.edu.au Bachelor of Music Technology - 3 years full-time Music technology is at the centre of much of today's modern music whether it is for the recording industry, concert events, or online. This program will teach you how to blend your musical talents with acquired technical skills and developed artistic ability so that you progress to a thorough understanding the role technology plays in the creation of music through production, recording and performance to applying these skills and knowledge professionally. You will also gain invaluable practical experience in applying creative technology to real situations by working with an extensive range of studios, labs, events and ensembles at the Conservatorium. www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 99
Prerequisites: English 4SA, Maths A, B or C 4SA plus folio of recorded work www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=1195 Bachelor of Music Technology with Honours - 1 year full-time This program will prepare talented undergraduate students studying music technology for entry into Masters or Doctoral studies by developing their research skills and broadening the scope of both research method and creative practice. The program comprises of coursework and a dissertation. Prerequisites: Completed all three years of the degree requirements of the 1195 Bachelor of Music Technology or hold an equivalent three or four year degree in music technology from a recognized university; achieved a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 5.6 (on a scale of 7.0) or equivalent from a recognized university (consideration will be given to students who achieve a minimum GPA of 5.6 in the final year of their program); have at least a Distinction in each of the third year major study courses 3719QCM Sound Production Projects and 3729QCM Sound Production Projects or demonstrate a standard equivalent to a Distinction in final year Music Technology major area of study from a recognized university; have at least a Distinction in each of the third year technology literature courses 3711QCM Music Technology and 3721QCM Music Technology or have a good general academic record including a standard equivalent to a Distinction in courses involving a written research component or equivalent from a recognized university. www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=2049 Certificate in Music Technology - 1 year part-time The music industry offers a diverse range of opportunities. This program will help you to develop your knowledge by addressing key technology topics, including sound recording, sound engineering, MIDI and theory-based topics. Prerequisites: English 4SA, Maths A, B or C 4SA plus folio of recorded work www148.griffith.edu.au/degree-career-finder/Program/OverviewAndFees?ProgramCode=9298 Certificate in Popular Music Technology - 1 Year Part-time This is the path for you if your earlier studies in music have not been sufficient for entry into the Bachelor of Popular Music. The music industry offers a diverse range of opportunities. This certificate program will help you to develop your knowledge by addressing key technology topics including sound recording, sound engineering, MIDI and theory-based topics. Prerequisites: English 4SA plus audition and folio of recorded work Queensland University of Technology (07) 3138 2000 askqut@qut.edu.au Bachelor of Fine Arts (Technical Production) - 3 years full-time This course provides you with fundamental skills in stage management, lighting, sound, multimedia production, costume, props, stage mechanics, scenery construction and theatre design. You’ll also have the opportunity to specialise in a particular area of live production and access to industry- based learning and placements. Graduates work for companies and shows all over the world as stage managers, production managers, lighting, sound and scenic designers, technical programmers and operators, tour managers, technical directors and in the areas of props, costumes and stage mechanics, theatrical flying and automation. They work across all types of live production and performance including classical and contemporary music, theatre, dance, circus, ballet, festivals, opera, corporate theatre, sports production including opening and closing ceremonies, and large public performance events. www.qut.edu.au/study/international-courses/bachelor-of-fine-arts/bachelor-of-fine-arts-technical-production Federation University SMB Campus 1800 FED UNI (1800 333 864) info@federation.edu.au www.federation.edu.au/liveprod Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services (CUA40415) - 1 year Diploma of Live Production and Management Services (CUA50415) - 1 year This is a nationally recognised qualification designed by the industry. At FedUni, we have fully-equipped theatres as well as digital and analogue sound studios, offline lighting editors, vision mixers, computers and full production facilities. You will become involved in providing technical support for a range of "in-house" productions and will also be assisted in getting placements in a variety of workplaces. While we expect students to get a broad range of skills there is also room for individual specialisation in areas of interest. Prerequisites: All applicants will require an interview, during which they will need to demonstrate some skill or knowledge within costume, lighting, scenery and props, screen and media, sound, staging or vision systems. Applicants will be notified of interview arrangements. 100 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. RTO Code 4909. Box Hill Institute of TAFE 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445) info@boxhill.edu.au Advanced Diploma of Sound Production You will develop a high level of skills and practise within the recording industry, including skills of the studio engineer and record producer. This course incorporates advanced studies in industry standards of software and hardware, including ProTools, as well as advanced microphone techniques and session management skills. www.bhtafe.edu.au/courses/local/Pages/MUSP6.aspx Certificate III in Sound Production Victorian College of the Arts University of Melbourne 13 MELB Postgraduate Diploma in Performance Creation (Design, Lighting Design, Sound Design) The Postgraduate Diploma in Performance Creation brings together choreographers, directors, designers, and animateurs in a program which enables distinct discipline specialisations as well as collaborative and interdisciplinary projects through common subject areas. The course is focused on nurturing and developing arts practitioners who will contribute through leadership, research and performance development to Australian culture in the arts. This is an intensive practicebased graduate coursework degree, taking one year of full-time study with streams available in Animateuring, Choreography, Directing, Design (Set and Costume), Lighting Design, and Sound Design. http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/pgdipp Victoria University (03) 9919 3204 music@vu.edu.au Advanced Diploma of Sound Production A variety of music technology and related fields will be open to you, including the studio, live sound, MIDI, digital audio editing, collaboration and management. www.vu.edu.au/courses/advanced-diploma-of-sound-production-cus60209 WAAPA Edith Cowan University 134 ECU (134 328) enquiries@ecu.edu.au Advanced Diploma of Live Production and Management Services Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services WAAPA’s Production and Design programs prepare students in a range of interpretive and technical theatre disciplines through teaching methods designed to recognise and refine the skills and potential of each individual. Unparalleled in any other Australasian arts training institution, WAAPA provides Production and Design students with the greatest diversity of ‘on the job’ theatrical experiences. Our students have access to simulated industry training in the design, construction and management of the Academy’s annual repertoire of 30 plus productions, utilising our seven diverse performance venues, as well as numerous external performance spaces. WAAPA’s professionally staffed and equipped workshop and wardrobe facilities, along with state-of-the-art lighting and sound studios, give students immediate ‘hands-on’ access to all production development, construction and staging processes associated with the most up-to-date industry expectation and practice. Incorporating a provocative mix of national and international professional directors, teachers and supervisors, WAAPA’s year-long season of drama, music theatre, dance, opera, films and jazz, classical and contemporary music concerts gives our Production and Design graduates the winning edge in preparation for a seamless transition into a wide range of careers within the creative and technical industries both here and abroad. Admission Requirements: Applications are submitted directly to WAAPA via the Online Admission System. Admission is based on portfolio and interview. www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 101
Stage Management
NIDA production of The Olympians. Photo: Phil Erbacher.
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Academy of Film, Theatre, and Television (AFTT) (02) 9281 2400 info@aftt.edu.au www.aftt.edu.au Advanced Diploma of Live Production & Management Services (CUA60213) - 3 semesters AFTT delivers the Advanced Diploma of Live Production & Management Services qualification as a specialist stage management course that includes every aspect of this challenging and exciting career. From analysing and interpreting scripts, scheduling and managing rehearsals, sourcing props, preparing technical cues and front-of-house communication, supervising backstage, providing light, sound and cast cues and wrapping the show. The first semester is devoted to learning and experiencing the role of assistant stage manager working on productions staged in our own performance space. The second semester concentrates on providing realistic industry experiences as a stage manager at a professional level. The final semester deepens production experience and helps develop students’ contact with industry professionals and events through secondments and stage-managing Academy productions at commercial theatres, such as Belvoir St Theatre. Because of the variety of plays and music theatre productions produced every year at the Academy, you will learn to communicate with, and oversee a range of production genres, and will be exposed to various techniques of management, collaboration, administrative and design/ technical skills. On productions, you will be involved from the pre-production stage through to rehearsal and then the end product of live performances, where you will be trained and mentored to grow into a confident stage manager. NIDA (02) 9697 7600 info@nida.edu.au www.nida.edu.au Bachelor of Fine Arts (Technical Theatre and Stage Management) - 3 years NIDA’s Bachelor of Fine Arts (Technical Theatre and Stage Management) provides education and training to the technical theatre practitioners and stage managers of the future. The course focuses on the innovative and effective ways successful practitioners integrate technical fields and collaborate within live performance, film, television and event contexts. At its core, the course explores the realisation and management of the points where performance and technology intersect. A key feature is the broad range of knowledge and experience with which students engage during the course, preparing them to succeed in leadership roles that require creative, technical and managerial expertise across multiple technical fields. During the course, students are given the opportunity to experience a wide range of technical theatre and stage management roles as stage managers, technical managers, technical designers and crew on NIDA’s many productions and projects, as well as through an industry placement. www.nida.edu.au/technical-theatre University of Southern Queensland 1800 269 500 study@usq.edu.au Bachelor of Creative Arts (Stage Management Major)
Queensland University of Technology (07) 3138 2000 askqut@qut.edu.au Bachelor of Fine Arts (Technical Production) - 3 years full-time This course provides you with fundamental skills in stage management, lighting, sound, multimedia production, costume, props, stage mechanics, scenery construction and theatre design. You’ll also have the opportunity to specialise in a particular area of live production and access to industry- based learning and placements. Graduates work for companies and shows all over the world as stage managers, production managers, lighting, sound and scenic designers, technical programmers and operators, tour managers, technical directors and in the areas of props, costumes and stage mechanics, theatrical flying and automation. They work across all types of live production and performance including classical and contemporary music, theatre, dance, circus, ballet, festivals, opera, corporate theatre, sports production including opening and closing ceremonies, and large public performance events. www.qut.edu.au/study/international-courses/bachelor-of-fine-arts/bachelor-of-fine-arts-technical-production www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 103
Tasmanian Polytechnic (03) 6220 3133 enquiries@academy.tas.edu.au Diploma Of Live Production, Theatre And Events (Technical Production) The course aims to provide graduates with the broad-based knowledge and practical skills required to gain and sustain professional employment in the arts and entertainment industry; as a member of the technical crew on a show/event as an employee of a theatre based or independent production company as a member or leader in events at a variety of venues. Victorian College of the Arts University of Melbourne 13 MELB Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production) Students major in one of three areas: Performance Technology, Stage Management or Design Realisation whilst still being exposed to all aspects of performance production - set, costume, lighting, multimedia and sound technology and design, workshop and costume construction, and stage and production management. Intensive delivery of skills and practice takes place through studio based training and direct application of these skills to rehearsals and productions. The course provides students with the opportunity to participate in productions staged within the VCA - in the School of Performing Arts (collaborations with Dance and Theatre) and Music Theatre projects, and beyond the VCA through projects and secondments with professional companies. Graduates of this course have a tradition of high employment success. Graduates demonstrate capacities for artistic imagination, creativity, transformation and interpretation. They work at various levels - both as an individual and as a team member - in a wide variety of visual/performing arts environments including work on large-scale events, major festivals as well as theatre, dance and music theatre productions. http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/bfaproduction SEDA 1300 11 7332 sedagroup.com.au All SEDA students also undertake VET Certificates which contribute to their Senior Secondary Certificate and develop their industry specific credentials, allowing them to transition into work or further study. With strong connection to industry, students develop initiative, communication, leadership, resilience and critical thinking skills. This provides SEDA graduates with the opportunity to gain employment across numerous industries. In the final year of the program students study a Diploma of Screen and Media. Students who successfully complete their Diploma have the opportunity to gain direct entry into one of a range of courses offered by SEDA’s partner universities. www.segagroup.com.au/arts WAAPA Edith Cowan University PH: 134 ECU (134 328) enquiries@ecu.edu.au Advanced Diploma of Live Production and Management Services Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services WAAPA’s Production and Design programs prepare students in a range of interpretive and technical theatre disciplines through teaching methods designed to recognise and refine the skills and potential of each individual. Unparalleled in any other Australasian arts training institution, WAAPA provides Production and Design students with the greatest diversity of ‘on the job’ theatrical experiences. Our students have access to simulated industry training in the design, construction and management of the Academy’s annual repertoire of 30 plus productions, utilising our seven diverse performance venues, as well as numerous external performance spaces. WAAPA’s professionally staffed and equipped workshop and wardrobe facilities, along with state-of-the-art lighting and sound studios, give students immediate ‘hands-on’ access to all production development, construction and staging processes associated with the most up-to-date industry expectation and practice. 104 Stage Whispers Directory of Performing Arts Courses 2016
Incorporating a provocative mix of national and international professional directors, teachers and supervisors, WAAPA’s year-long season of drama, music theatre, dance, opera, films and jazz, classical and contemporary music concerts gives our Production and Design graduates the winning edge in preparation for a seamless transition into a wide range of careers within the creative and technical industries both here and abroad. Admission Requirements: Applications are submitted directly to WAAPA via the Online Admission System. Admission is based on portfolio and interview. Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School +64 4 381 9251 apply@toiwhakaari.ac.nz www.toiwhakaari.ac.nz Bachelor of Performing Arts (Management) - 3 years In the performing arts every production has a different working model; this requires managers to be adaptable, flexible and skilled at leading teams through a creative process. Understanding all aspects of the craft and being able to empower people to work to their strengths is key.
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Abi Tucker in Bell Shakespeare’s As You Like It. Photo: Rush.
Sydney Conservatorium of Music University of Sydney (02) 9036 6530 Graduate Diploma in Music (Opera Performance) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/programs/master-of-music-studies-opera-performance/GraduateDiploma-in-Music-Opera-Performance Master of Music Studies (Opera Performance) http://sydney.edu.au/courses/programs/master-of-music-studies-opera-performance/Master-of-Music-Studies-OperaPerformance
http://music.sydney.edu.au/study/our-degrees National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) (02) 9697 7600 info@nida.edu.au www.nida.edu.au Master of Fine Arts (Voice) - 15 months NIDA’s Master of Fine Arts (Voice) is designed to provide specialised conservatoire-based practice and pedagogy for graduates of performance or teaching practice with voice foundations, wanting to become voice, speech and text teachers. The course is for actors, theatre directors, teachers of speech and drama, speech therapists or those wishing to develop voice practice as a vocation. The course utilises the methods of leading voice specialists, teachers and practitioners from across the globe. The emphasis is on exploring and developing vocal potential, paying equal attention to physiological function and imaginative intention, so that fundamental work on vocal technique is coupled with applied work on text and other aspects of vocal expression. As vocal teachers or coaches, students are supported to develop leadership capabilities within cultural, performance and academic communities. The course will include an international field trip. www.nida.edu.au/voice Griffith University Queensland Conservatorium of Music (07) 3735 7111 Graduate Diploma of Music - Opera Performance - South Bank (QCGU) (Vocal or Opera) www14.griffith.edu.au/cis/p_cat/require.asp?ProgCode=4112&Type=require Victorian College of the Arts The University of Melbourne 13 MELB http://vca.unimelb.edu.au Postgraduate Certificate In Voice Studies - 1 year part-time This course is designed to provide study and practice in voice for individuals who wish to follow a career in voice teaching. It is particularly likely to appeal to professionals who already have a knowledge and interest in the voice e.g. actors, directors, drama teachers and trained singers. The program develops your skills in the practice of using voice, language and text including diagnostic tools for enhancing voice practice and your own approach for working with the relationship between voice, speech and text. As the development of voice skills is a physical training, to gain full benefit from the course it is expected that you develop your own daily practice. https://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/postgraduate-certificate-in-voice-studies/overview Postgraduate Diploma in Voice Studies http://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/graduate-diploma-in-voice-studies/overview
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Writing For Theatre
Ravenswood School for Girls’ Brontë.
National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) (02) 9697 7600 info@nida.edu.au www.nida.edu.au Master of Fine Arts (Writing for Performance) - 15 months The guiding philosophy of NIDA’s Master of Fine Arts (Writing for Performance) is that great writing comes from a passionate engagement with great ideas, and to that end, students will be constantly exposed to some of the most challenging intellectual debates of the contemporary world. At the same time, they will have the opportunity to work in fields as diverse as film and digital media while writing their major work, excerpts of which will be presented at the end of the year with the writers themselves directing actors in a rehearsed reading for a public audience. Students also have the opportunity to participate in an international learning experience. Graduates of the course may be employed as playwrights and as writers for other performance genres, including film, television, radio and digital media. www.nida.edu.au/writing Griffith University 1800 154 055 Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary and Applied Theatre - 3 years full-time In this practical and creative degree, you’ll explore traditional and non-traditional performance, directing, writing, technical theatre and stage management, applied theatre and drama facilitation. You’ll learn about performance theory and be encouraged to create your own work. You’ll learn through working with industry professionals on performance projects and immersing yourself in community cultural development projects. In your final year, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake an industry placement. You’ll also perform in venues such as Metro Arts, Judith Wright Centre of Performing Arts and the Brisbane Powerhouse, with exchange opportunities available at universities in the UK, Canada, Sweden and more. Prerequisites: English 4SA
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Victorian College of the Arts University of Melbourne 13 MELB Master of Writing for Performance - 1 year full-time The Master of Writing for Performance focuses on developing the skills and emerging aesthetic of the individual and collaborative writer for diverse forms of contemporary live performance. It is unique in Australian theatre culture, focusing on the diversity of voices and cultures present in contemporary writing in Australia and overseas. Through a combination of writing workshops, critical seminars and discussions you develop skills in writing for diverse contexts and live performance while gaining an understanding of the relationship between the playwright and the cultural contexts in which they write. The program focuses on the development of a full length play, as well as four other smaller performance writing projects including: writing from improvisation with acting and directing students; writing for digital mediums; adaptation of existing texts; and writing for live art projects. The projects are supported by an analysis of dramaturgical principles and play structures based in character, dramatic action, conflict, dialogue, action and causal logic, as well as more experimental, non-linear writing based on post-dramatic concepts. At the end of the year, each writer presents a rehearsed presentation of a full-length play to industry and public. The program welcomes applications from: writers, actors, directors, animateurs, theatre makers, designers and dramaturges, with moderate to extensive experience in performance writing. https://vca.unimelb.edu.au/study/degrees/master-of-writing-for-performance/overview Photo: Kurt Sneddon.
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Course Index Name of Institution
Course
Page
Category
State
16th Street 16th Street 16th Street
Full Time Program Part Time Program Youth Program
30 30 30
Acting Acting Acting
VIC VIC VIC
Academy of Film, Theatre and Television Academy of Film, Theatre and Television Academy of Film, Theatre and Television Academy of Film, Theatre and Television
Advanced Diploma Stage and Screen Acting Certificate IV Theatre and Screen Performance Advanced Diploma of Musical Theatre Advanced Diploma of Live Production and Management
21 22 90 103
Acting Acting Musical Theatre Stage Management
NSW NSW NSW NSW
Academy of Music and Performing Arts Academy of Music and Performing Arts
Associate Degree of Music Bachelor of Music
71 71
Music Music
NSW NSW
Act 1
Acting Classes for Kids and Teens
32
Acting
VIC
Actors Centre Australia
Advanced Diploma Performing Arts
21
Acting
NSW
Adelaide College of the Arts - TAFE SA Adelaide College of the Arts - TAFE SA Adelaide College of the Arts - TAFE SA Adelaide College of the Arts - TAFE SA Adelaide College of the Arts - TAFE SA Adelaide College of the Arts - TAFE SA
Advanced Diploma of Arts Acting Certificate III Live Production Services Certificate IV Live Production Services Diploma Live Productions and Technical Services Bachelor of Creative Arts Dance Certificates in Music
29 46 46 46 57, 58 81
Acting Costume / Props Costume / Props Costume / Props Dance Music
SA SA SA SA SA SA
ANU ANU
Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Music Honours
77 77
Music Music
NSW NSW
Australian Ballet School Australian Ballet School Australian Ballet School Australian Ballet School
Advance Diploma of Dance Level 7 Diploma of Dance Level 5 & 6 Graduate Diploma in Classic Ballet Graduate Diploma Elite Dance Instruction
54 54 54 54
Dance Dance Dance Dance
VIC VIC VIC VIC
Australian Institute of Music Australian Institute of Music Australian Institute of Music Australian Institute of Music Australian Institute of Music Australian Institute of Music Australian Institute of Music Australian Institute of Music Australian Institute of Music
Bachelor of Performance Bachelor of Entertainment Management Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Music Musical Theatre Diploma of Music Musical Theatre Master of Music Musical Theatre Bachelor of Music Audio Engineering Diploma of Music Audio Engineering Master of Music Audio Engineering
23 36 71 86 86 86 99 99 99
Acting Arts Management Music Music Theatre Music Theatre Music Theatre Sound and Lighting Sound and Lighting Sound and Lighting
NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW
Australian National Academy of Music Australian National Academy of Music Australian National Academy of Music
Professional Performance Program Fellowship Master of Music
84 84 84
Music Music Music
NSW NSW NSW
Australian Performing Arts Grammar School
High School
63
Drama Education
NSW
Australian Performing Arts Network Australian Performing Arts Network Australian Performing Arts Network Australian Performing Arts Network Australian Performing Arts Network Australian Performing Arts Network
Certificate II in Dance Certificate II in Performing Arts Certificate IV in Performing Arts Music Theatre Certificate IV in Performing Arts Dance Diploma in Music Theatre Diploma in Dance
52 52 52 52 52 52
Dance Dance Dance Dance Dance Dance
NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW
Box Hill Institute of TAFE Box Hill Institute of TAFE Box Hill Institute of TAFE Box Hill Institute of TAFE Box Hill Institute of TAFE Box Hill Institute of TAFE Box Hill Institute of TAFE Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Diploma of Dance Advanced Diploma of Music Bachelor of Applies Music Composition Bachelor of Applies Music Performance Certificate IV in Music Diploma of Music Advanced Diploma of Sound Production Certificate III in Sound Production
53 83 83 83 83 83 101 101
Dance Music Music Music Music Music Sound and Light Sound and Light
VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC
Brent Street Brent Street Brent Street Brent Street
Diploma of Dance Elite Performance Certificate IV in Dance Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management Diploma of Music Theatre
47 47 51 90
Dance Dance Dance Music Theatre
NSW NSW NSW NSW
Canberra Academy of Dramatic Arts Canberra Academy of Dramatic Arts Canberra Academy of Dramatic Arts
Advanced Diploma of Performance Certificate IV Acting Stage and Screen Diploma/Certificate of Musical Theatre
23 23 91
Acting Acting Musical Theatre
ACT ACT ACT
Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music
Bachelor of Music Diploma of Music
78 78
Music Music
QLD QLD
Charles Sturt University
Bachelor of Stage and Screen
63
Drama Education
NSW
82 82 82
Music Music Music
TAS TAS TAS
Conservatorium on Music - University of Tasmania Associate Degree in Music Rock Studies Conservatorium on Music - University of Tasmania Associate Degree in Music Studies Conservatorium on Music - University of Tasmania Bachelor of Music
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Conservatorium on Music - University of Tasmania Conservatorium on Music - University of Tasmania Conservatorium on Music - University of Tasmania Conservatorium on Music - University of Tasmania Conservatorium on Music - University of Tasmania Conservatorium on Music - University of Tasmania Conservatorium on Music - University of Tasmania Conservatorium on Music - University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Music with Honours Bachelor of Musical Art Diploma in Musical Performance Graduate Certificate in Music Studies Graduate Diploma in Music Studies Graduate Diploma in Professional Music Practice Master of Music Master of Music Studies
82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82
Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music
TAS TAS TAS TAS TAS TAS TAS TAS
Curtin University
Bachelor of Arts
65
Drama Education
WA
Dance Factory Dance Factory Dance Factory Dance Factory Dance Factory Dance Factory Dance Factory Dance Factory
Certificate II in Dance Certificate III in Assistant Dance Teaching Certificate III in Dance Certificate IV in Dance Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management Diploma of Dance Elite Performance Diploma of Dance Teaching and Management Diploma of Musical Theatre
55 55 55 55 55 55 55 55, 93
Dance Dance Dance Dance Dance Dance Dance Dance / Musical Theatre
VIC VIC VIC VIC Vic VIC VIC VIC
Dance World Dance World Dance World Dance World Dance World Dance World
Advanced Diploma of Dance Certificate II in Dance Certificate III in Dance Certificate IV in Dance Diploma of Dance Classical Ballet Diploma of Dance Elite Performance
54 54 54 54 54 54
Dance Dance Dance Dance Dance Dance
VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC
Deakin University Deakin University Deakin University
Bachelor of Creative Arts Bachelor of Creative Arts Dance Performance Studies
29 53 63
Acting Dance Drama Education
VIC VIC VIC
Ed5 International Ed5 International
Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts
52 91
Dance Musical Theatre
NSW NSW
Elder Conservatorium of Music - Uni of Adelaide Elder Conservatorium of Music - Uni of Adelaide Elder Conservatorium of Music - Uni of Adelaide Elder Conservatorium of Music - Uni of Adelaide Elder Conservatorium of Music - Uni of Adelaide Elder Conservatorium of Music - Uni of Adelaide
Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Music with Honours Certificate III in Music Certificate IV in Music Diploma in Instrumental Music Diploma in Music
81 81 81 81 81 81
Music Music Music Music Music Music
SA SA SA SA SA SA
Federation University Federation University Federation University
Bachelor of Acting Stage and Screen Bachelor of Arts Music Theatre Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services
31 92 100
Acting Music Theatre Sound and Light
VIC VIC VIC
Flinders Drama Centre - Flinders University Flinders Drama Centre - Flinders University Flinders Drama Centre - Flinders University Flinders Drama Centre - Flinders University
Bachelor of Creative Arts Drama Bachelor of Creative Arts Acting Bachelor of Creative Arts Drama Honours Bachelor of Creative Arts Dance
28,55,59,65 Acting / Directing / Education 28 Acting 28 Acting 58 Dance
SA SA SA SA
Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University - Queensland Conservatorium
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Theatre Bachelor of Education (Drama) Master of Applied Theatre and Drama Education Master of Applied Theatre and Drama Education with Honours Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary and Applied Theatre Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Music with Honours Bachelor of Popular Music Bachelor of Popular Music with Honours Certificate in Music Studies Doctor of Musical Arts Graduate Certificate in Music Studies Graduate Diploma Music Studies Master in Music Studies Masters in Music Bachelor of Musical Theatre Bachelor of Music Technology Bachelor of Music Technology with Honours Certificate in Music Technology Certificate in Popular Music Technology Graduate Diploma of Music Opera Graduate Diploma of Music Opera
26 26 26 26 64, 13 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 91 99 99 99 99 107 108
Acting Acting Acting Acting Drama Education / Writing Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Theatre Sound and Light Sound and Light Sound and Light Sound and Light Voice Writing for Theatre
QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD
Harvest Rain
Musical Theatre Internship
91
Musical Theatre
QLD
James Cook University
Bachelor of New Media Arts Music and Sound
78
Music
QLD
Jazz Musical Institute Jazz Musical Institute
Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance Diploma of Music in Jazz Performance
81 81
Music Music
QLD QLD
JMC Academy JMC Academy JMC Academy
Diploma of Audio Engineering and Sound Production 98 Bachelor of Creative Technology Audio Engineering and Sound Production 98 Associate Degree of Audio Engineering and Sound Production 98
Sound and Light Sound and Light Sound and Light
NSW NSW NSW
La Trobe University
Bachelor of Creative Arts
29
Acting
VIC
Macquarie University
Bachelor of Arts Major in Dance
53
Drama Education
NSW
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Massey University
Expressive Arts
66
Drama Education
NZ
Michelle Slater
Diploma of Musical Theatre
93
Musical Theatre
VIC
Monash University Monash University Monash University Monash University Murdoch University Monash University Monash University
Certificate in Theatre Bachelor of Performing Arts Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts Diploma of Arts Theatre and Drama Major Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music
30 30 30 30 65 83 83
Acting Acting Acting Acting Drama Education Music Music
VIC VIC VIC VIC WA VIC VIC
Music SA
Certificate III in Music Business
37
Arts Management
SA
NASDA New Zealand
Bachelor of Performing Arts Music Theatre
94
Music Theatre
NZ
National College of Dance National College of Dance
Certificate IV in Dance Diploma of Dance Elite Performance
51 51
Dance Dance
NSW NSW
Northern Rivers Conservatorium of Arts
Cert and Diploma in Music
74
Music
NSW
NICA NICA NICA
Bachelor of Circus Arts Certificate III in Circus Arts Certificate IV in Circus Arts
39 39 39
Circus Circus Circus
VIC VIC VIC
NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA NIDA
Bachelor of Fine Arts Acting Vocational Diploma Stage and Screen Performance Master of Fine Arts Bachelor of Fine Arts Costume Bachelor of Fine Arts Design and Performance Bachelor of Fine Arts Properties and Objects Bachelor of Fine Arts Staging Master of Fine Arts Design and Performance Master of Fine Art Directing Graduate Diploma of Dramatic Art Directing Diploma of Music Theatre Bachelor of Fine Arts Production Vocational Diploma of Live Production Bachelor of Fine Arts Technical Theatre and Stage Management Master of Fine Arts Voice Master of Fine Arts Writing for Performance
23 23 36 44 44 44 44 44 59 59 90 98 98 103 107 108
Acting Acting Arts Management Costume/Props Costume/Props Costume/Props Costume/Props Costume/Props Directing Directing Music Theatre Sound and Light Sound and Light Stage Management Voice Writing
NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW
Patrick Studios Australia Patrick Studios Australia
Certificate II, III, IV in Dance Diploma in Musical Theatre
56 93
Dance Musical Theatre
VIC VIC
Principal Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts
Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts
57
Dance
WA
Queensland University of Technology Queensland University of Technology Queensland University of Technology Queensland University of Technology Queensland University of Technology Queensland University of Technology Queensland University of Technology Queensland University of Technology Queensland University of Technology Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Fine Arts Acting Bachelor of Fine Arts Drama Bachelor of Business and Creative Industries Bachelor of Creative Industries Bachelor of Fine Arts Dance Bachelor of Fine Arts Dance Performance Bachelor of Music Graduate Certificates and Masters Bachelor of Fine Arts Technical Production Bachelor of Fine Arts Technical Production
27 27 36 36 53 53 78 78 100 103
Acting Acting Arts Management Arts Management Dance Dance Music Music Sound and Lighting Stage Management
QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD
RMIT
Bachelor of Arts Music
83
Music
VIC
Screenwise
Diploma of Screen Acting
25
Acting
NSW
SEDA SEDA
Arts Development Program Arts Development Program
64 104
Drama Education Stage Management
VIC VIC
Showfit
One year course
93
Musical Theatre
VIC
Southern Cross University
Bachelor of Contemporary Music
74
Music
NSW
Spectrum Dance Spectrum Dance Spectrum Dance Spectrum Dance
Advanced Elite Performance Program Certificate IV in Dance Diploma of Dance Elite Performance Diploma in Music Theatre
56 56 56 92
Dance Dance Dance Music Theatre
VIC VIC VIC VIC
Sydney College of Make Up Art Sydney College of Make Up Art Sydney College of Make Up Art
Certificate II in Make Up Certificate IV in Make Up Diploma of Make Up
69 69 69
Make Up Make Up Make Up
NSW NSW NSW
Sydney Conservatorium of Music - University of Sydney Sydney Conservatorium of Music - University of Sydney Sydney Conservatorium of Music - University of Sydney Sydney Conservatorium of Music - University of Sydney Sydney Conservatorium of Music - University of Sydney Sydney Conservatorium of Music - University of Sydney Sydney Conservatorium of Music - University of Sydney Sydney Conservatorium of Music - University of Sydney Sydney Conservatorium of Music - University of Sydney
Advanced Diploma of Opera Bachelor in Music Composition Bachelor in Music Education Bachelor in Music Performance Bachelor in Music Studies Bachelor in Music Studies Honor Combined with Bachelor of Arts Diploma of Music Performance Graduate Diploma Opera
74 74 74 74 74 74 74 74 107
Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Music Voice
NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW
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Sydney Theatre School
Advance Diploma Acting
24
Acting
NSW
Sydney University
Performance Studies
62
Drama Education
NSW
TAFE NSW Illawarra
Diploma in Music
74
Music
NSW
TAFE Queensland Gold Coast TAFE Queensland Gold Coast TAFE Queensland Gold Coast TAFE Queensland Gold Coast TAFE Queensland Gold Coast TAFE Queensland Gold Coast
Diploma of Music Business Diploma of Music Diploma of Music Business Certificate III in Live Productions Theatre and Events Diploma of Sound Production Diploma of Screen Media
36 78 78 99 99 99
Arts Management Music Music Sound and Light Sound and Light Sound and Light
QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD QLD
TAFE Western Sydney TAFE Western Sydney
Diploma in Musical Theatre Live Production Certificates and Diplomas
90 99
Musical Theatre Sound and Lighting
NSW NSW
Talent Company of Australia - Stage School Australia Screen and Acting Short Courses
32
Acting
VIC
Tasmanian Polytechnic
Advanced Diploma Stage Management
104
Stage Management
TAS
The Actors Pulse The Actors Pulse The Actors Pulse
Acting Course Meisner Technique Screen Acting Course
22 22 22
Acting Acting Acting
NSW NSW NSW
The Actor's Workshop The Actor's Workshop The Actor's Workshop
Advanced Diploma Film, Television and Theatre Certificate IV in Film and Television Diploma of Film, TV and Acting
26 26 26
Acting Acting Acting
QLD QLD QLD
The National Theatre Drama School The National Theatre Drama School
Advances Diploma of Acting Preparatory Course Stage and Screen
31 31
Acting Acting
VIC VIC
Toi Whakaari NZ - New Zealand Drama School Toi Whakaari NZ - New Zealand Drama School Toi Whakaari NZ - New Zealand Drama School Toi Whakaari NZ - New Zealand Drama School Toi Whakaari NZ - New Zealand Drama School
Bachelor of Performing Arts Acting Bachelor of Performing Arts Management Bachelor of Design Diploma in Costume Construction Bachelor of Performing Arts Management
34 38 46 46 105
Acting Arts Management Costume / Props Costume / Props Stage Management
NZ NZ NZ NZ NZ
University of Auckland
Theatre Studies/Masters of education
66
Drama Education
NZ
University of Melbourne - Melbourne Conservatorium of Music Bachelor of Music
83
Music
NSW
University of New England University of New England University of New England University of New England University of New England University of New England
Bachelor of Arts Major in theatre studies Bachelor of Theatre Studies Doctor of Philosophy Master of Applied Theatre Studies Master of Arts with Honours Bachelor of Theatre and Performance
24 24 24 24 24 63
Acting Acting Acting Acting Acting Drama Education
NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW NSW
University of Newcastle University of Newcastle University of Newcastle University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Arts Creative and Perf Arts Doctor of Philosophy Drama and Performance Bachelor of Music
24 24 24 76
Acting Acting Acting Music
NSW NSW NSW NSW
University of Notre Dame
Theatre Studies
65
Drama Education
NSW
University of NSW University of NSW
Performance Studies Bachelor of Music
62 76
Drama Education Music
NSW NSW
University of Queensland University of Queensland University of Queensland University of Queensland
Drama Single Major Bachelor of Arts Honours Music Single Major Diploma of Music Performance
27 64 81 81
Acting Drama Education Music Music
QLD QLD QLD QLD
University of South Australia University of South Australia
Bachelor of Media Arts Drama Major Graduate Diploma and Masters in Cultural Management
28 37
Acting Arts Management
SA SA
University of Southern Queensland University of Southern Queensland
Bachelor of Creative Arts Theatre Bachelor of Fine Arts Technical Production
27 103
Acting Stage Management
QLD QLD
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Contemporary Arts
29
Acting
TAS
University of Technology Sydney
Certificate in Executive Management
36
Arts Management
NSW
University of Waikato
Theatre Studies
66
Drama Education
NZ
University of Western Australia
Bachelor of Arts Music
84
Music
WA
University of Western Sydney
Bachelor of Music
76
Music
NSW
University of Wollongong University of Wollongong University of Wollongong University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Creative Arts Bachelor of Performance Doctor of Creative Arts Bachelor or Creative Arts Music
25 25 25 74
Acting Acting Acting Music
NSW NSW NSW NSW
Urban Dance Centre Urban Dance Centre
Certificate IV in Performing Arts Diploma of Musical Theatre
51 93
Dance Musical Theatre
NSW NSW
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Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb Victorian College of the ARTS VCA - Uni Melb
Bachelor of Fine Arts Theatre Practise Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts Theatre Practise Doctor of Philosophy Theatre Master of Fine Arts Theatre Practise Bachelor of Fine Arts Production Masters of Fine Arts Production Bachelor of Design for Live Performance Bachelor of Fine Arts Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts Dance Bachelor of Fine Arts Dance Honours Master of Directing for Performance Music Theatre Foundation Program Bachelor of Fine Arts Musical Theatre Diploma in Performance Sound and Lighting Bachelor of Fine Arts Production Post Graduate Certificate in Vocal Studies Master of writing for Performance
32 32 32 32 45 45 45 45 54 54 61 92 92 101 104 107 109
Acting Acting Acting Acting Costume/Props Costume/Props Costume/Props Costume/Props Dance Dance Directing Music Theatre Music Theatre Sound and Light Stage Management Voice Writing for Theatre
VIC VIC VIC VIC Vic VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC
Village Performing Arts Centre
Certificate IV in Performing Arts Dance
52
Dance
NSW
Victorian University Victorian University Victorian University Victorian University Victorian University
Bachelor of Business Music Certificate II in Music Certificate IV in Music Advanced Diploma of Music Advanced Diploma of Sound Production
37 84 84 84 101
Arts Management Music Music Music Sound and Lighting
VIC VIC VIC VIC VIC
WA Circus School
Acrobatics, Aerials and Manipulation
40
Circus
WA
WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA WAAPA
Acting Bachelor of Arts Acting Certificate IV in Aboriginal Theatre Bachelor of Arts Management Advance Diploma Live Production Design Props and Scenery Advanced Diploma of Dance Elite Performance Bachelor of Arts Dance Bachelor of Arts Dance Honours Certificate II in Dance Diploma of Dance Elite Performance Bachelor in Music Diploma in Music Bachelor of Arts Music Theatre Certificate Iv in Musical Theatre Advance Diploma Live Production Lighting Advance Diploma Live Production Sound Advance Diploma of Stage Management
33 33 33 38 45 45 57 57 57 57 57 85 85 94 94 101 101 104
Acting Acting Acting Arts Management Costume/Props Costume/Props Dance Dance Dance Dance Dance Music Music Music theatre Music Theatre Sound and Light Sound and Light Stage Management
WA WA WA WA WA WA WA WA WA WA WA WA WA WA WA WA WA WA
Excelsia College
Bachelor of Dramatic Art
26
Acting
NSW
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