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Current Short Courses:

Movement (NAT10915011 Expand physical vocabulary)

This unit will run from the 26th of February to the 18th of June on Thursdays from 6:30pm - 8:30pm in Canberra.

This unit describes the physicality a performer needs to be an effective performer on stage and screen. Performers must apply a high level of physical awareness and control to integrate voice, movement and acting technique in performance. This unit increases the learner’s body awareness and physical vocabulary, with a view to performance. 

This unit will be broken down into three, stand-alone, modules delivered by subject matter experts which can be taken individually as non-accredited short courses, or together as a non-accredited or an accredited unit of study or towards the 10915NAT Certificate IV in Acting. This unit can be taken at the same time as the ON STAGE UNIT above with the option of cross-assessment for students in the accredited stream.

Modules making up this unit are as follows:

Comedic physical theatre elements:  Thursdays - 26th of Feb, 5th, 12th and 19th of March (four weeks)

Cost (this module only): $228

Participants in this unit may also have the opportunity to be involved in supporting roles in the production for the ON STAGE unit at Canberra Comedy Festival 2026.

Movement foundations from contemporary dance to physical theatre: Thursdays - 26th of March, 2nd, 23rd, 30th of April, 7th and 14th of May (six weeks, with two weeks mid-term break).

Cost (this module only):  $342

Mime:  Thursdays - 21st and 28th of May, 4th, 11th and 18th of June

Cost (this module only): $285

TOTAL COST FOR ALL THREE:

Accredited unit with statement of attainment: $1,470

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Non-accredited unit (participation only. No statement of attainment issued): $779

Meisner Acting technique (NAT10915011 Express emotionin performance)

This unit will run Tuesdays 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm, 24th March to 16th June

AREA OF STUDY:

This unit describes the development of instinctive, reflexive responses in the actor, so that in the moment of performance, the actor’s responses to in-scene stimuli are spontaneous, genuine and uninhibited by intrusive analytical thought. Through listening and responding in this way, actors create an authentic existence in performance. Moreover, the connections between actors in performance contribute to the audience’s enjoyment and level of engagement in that performance. 

COST:

Accredited unit with statement of attainment: $950

Non-accredited unit (participation only. No statement of attainment issued): $495

Voice (NAT10915005 Expand vocal capacity)

 Tuesdays 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm24 March to 16 June

AREA OF STUDY:

This unit explains basic vocal health and voice production techniques and explores ways in which performers can use their voice in a performance context. Learners will undertake vocal training in order to develop a voice that is able to cope with the demands of being a performer. 

COST:

Accredited unit with statement of attainment: $950

Non-accredited unit (participation only. No statement of attainment issued): $495

Future Short Courses:

CUAPRF314  Develop audition techniques

Currently taking Expressions of Interest. Get in contact with us!

AREA OF STUDY:

This unit prepares students with what they need to audition for work or further study in performing arts.

COST:

Accredited unit with statement of attainment: $950

Non-accredited unit (participation only. No statement of attainment issued): $495

CUAMUP511  Apply theatrical make-up and hairstyles

Three-day intensive - 9am-5pm each day

Currently taking Expressions of Interest. Get in contact with us!

AREA OF STUDY:

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by performers to apply theatrical make-up and hairstyles for performances according to make-up and hair plans.

The unit applies to those who are singers, actors, dancers, circus performers and comedians performing in commercial, competition or community settings. Individuals would usually work without supervision and are expected to apply initiative and judgement in the planning and selection of tools and techniques. They may also be assisting other performers.

COST:

Accredited unit with statement of attainment: $950

Non-accredited unit (participation only/no statement of attainment issued): $495

Course locations:

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