1300 551 432© Sydney Theatre School | Sydney Theatre Management Pty Ltd.
Sydney Theatre School 45 Chippen Street Sydney, NSW 2008 Australia 1300 551 432
Adult Beginners Acting Course
Want to try Acting but have no prior experience? Give it a go with our one night per week Beginners Acting Course!
A fun and exciting introduction to Acting that will unlock your creativity and provide a new circle of friends as a bonus!
With our Beginners Course in Acting, we’ll give you practical training in all the basics in a part-time program (three hours per week) conducted through games, activities and performances.
Our Beginners Acting Course is great fun and perfect for those who’ve always wanted to try out acting or for those who have a burning desire to return to it after a long break. There are three x 10 week STAGES and a FREE INTRODUCTORY SESSION one week before the first class (but this is not essential or necessary).
Run by very supportive and engaging tutors, the course will help you build confidence and feel more at ease in front of an audience, whether in a professional or social context, and introduce you to many of the basic tools actors use on stage and screen.
- Fun, group exercises and ensemble work
- Explore yourself as a person and how you relate to the world
- Improve your self-confidence and presenting skills
- Understand how to use your own experiences to develop a character
- Vital techniques that all actors use, including voice and body awareness
- Work on scenes from a play or film
The course is spread over 10 x weekly sessions of 3 hours each.
Enrol Now for the next 2021 Beginners Course Intake!
Course Structure
Each STAGE of the course is delivered part-time (three hours per week) over 10 weeks. The program is delivered in three x STAGES (one at a time).
STAGE ONE – Fundamentals of Acting
STAGE TWO – Building a Character
STAGE THREE – Playing a Scene
GRADUATE COMPANY – Play Productions and Special Courses (eg Screen Acting etc)
Once you have completed STAGE 1 the subsequent STAGES can be completed at any time. There is no obligation to complete all STAGES. You must complete each stage sequentially (ie one after the other).
DATES & TIMES IN 2021:
STAGE 1: Tuesdays from 6.30pm to 9.30pm OR Saturdays from 2.00pm to 5.00pm
- TUES 9th February to 13th April
- SAT 13th March to 15th May
- TUES 27th April to 29th June
- SAT 29th May to 31st July
- TUES 13th July to 14th September
- SAT 14th August to 16th October
- TUES 28th September to 30th November
STAGE 2: Mondays from 6.30pm to 9.30pm
- 8th February to 12th April
- 26th April to 28th June
- 12th July to 13th September
- 27th September to 29th November
STAGE 3: Wednesdays from 6.30pm to 9.30pm
- 10th February to 14th April
- 28th April to 30th June
- 14th July to 15th September
- 1st October to 3rd December
GRADUATE COMPANY: Thursdays from 6.30pm to 9.30pm
- 11th February to 15th April
Course content
STAGE 1: Fundamentals of Acting
Stage One is designed for adult beginners with no (or very little) prior experience of acting. It is delivered in a supportive, creative and fun environment that will encourage your spontaneity and confidence as well as improve your abilities in public speaking and delivering work presentations. You’ll be experiencing acting and drama games; trust exercises; improvisation; working with text; voice exercises; working with an ensemble; and building confidence. You will learn fundamental acting techniques & lay the foundations for the next stage of the program.
STAGE 2: Building a Character
Stage Two will focus on how to create a character, with an emphasis on the process from first reading of a script to final performance. The process will show you how to analyse a script; read between the lines to create a back story and subtext; explore the physicality and emotions of your character; understand and experience the concept that character stems from action and motivation; realise your character in performance on stage with a scene partner. Anyone who has completed Stage One is able to enrol in Stage Two at any time.
STAGE 3: Playing a Scene
Stage Three leads to the performance of a range of scenes from various plays which will be performed on our own theatre stage to an invited audience. It is open to all those who have completed Stages One & Two at STS. Stage Three provides the opportunity to develop skills in rehearsal and performance with an ensemble & experience of the processes involved in working with a professional theatre director. Scenes will be chosen that provide each student with an opportunity to demonstrate their unique talents and abilities and lay the foundations for future training in our Diploma of Theatre and Screen (Acting) program.
GRADUATE COMPANY: Play Productions and Courses (eg Screen Acting etc)
Those who have completed all three stages of the course are eligible to join our exclusive STS GRADUATE COMPANY. The company is designed to give graduates the opportunity to continue developing and improving their acting skills on stage by rehearsing and performing play productions and/or training in specialist areas such as screen acting or Shakespeare. Rehearsals are held on Thursday evenings from 6.30pm to 9.30pm for 10 weeks with a final performance at Chippen Street Theatre. Further details including the enrollment process will be provided to those graduating at the end of Stage 3.
Course Requirements
There is no audition required and no experience necessary.
All students must be at least 17 years of age at the start of the course and no longer attending secondary school.
How To Enrol
- Click pink ENROL NOW button to fill in the online form now OR
- Fill in an Application Form at the FREE INTRODUCTORY SESSION one week before the first class OR
- Request an Application Form by emailing info@sydneytheatreschool.com or calling us on 1300 551 432
Fees
APPLICATION FEE: NONE
TUITION FEE PER STAGE: $550 (inc. GST)*
*Please Note: Full tuition fee must be paid in full on or before the first class of each STAGE. Once the course/stage has started there is no refund in the event of a student’s withdrawal (voluntary or otherwise).
STAGE 1 DETAILS FOR NEXT AVAILABLE CLASS
COURSE START DATE: Tuesday 9th February 2021
TIME: 6.30pm to 9.30pm
DURATION: 10 Weeks
COST: $550 (inc GST)
AGE: 17+ (must not be attending secondary school)
LOCATION:
Level One, 45 Chippen Street CHIPPENDALE NSW 2008
FREE INTRODUCTORY ACTING CLASS!
There will be a FREE two-hour introductory acting class for those interested in our Adult Beginners Acting Course on Tuesday 2nd of February 2021.
(PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU DON’T ATTEND THE INTRODUCTORY CLASS YOU CAN STILL ENROL IN THE ACTUAL COURSE WHICH STARTS THE FOLLOWING WEEK)
This will be a fun, interactive session led by one of our expert tutors. You will have an opportunity to experience what it will be like to play and explore acting in a supportive and encouraging environment. You will overcome your fears and learn to release your creative energies and natural spontaneity!
There is no obligation to sign up for the Beginners Course (which starts the following week)
DATE: Tuesday 2nd of February 2021
TIME: 7.00pm to 9.00pm
COST: FREE!
AGE: 17+ (must be no longer at secondary school)
LOCATION:
Level One, 45 Chippen Street CHIPPENDALE NSW 2008
Enter your details here to register for the free intro class! :
What our graduates say
At STS I have not only learnt how to refine my skills as an actor 
but I have also been empowered to create and to me that’s something special
Dale William Morgan - Advanced Diploma Graduate
This is a great course for gaining experience in performance…working with the directors gives you a great variety of methods and feedback 
I have grown so much as an actor this year with each term teaching me new techniques. I loved every minute, met heaps of great people and learnt a lot.
Nathan Kayes - Diploma Graduate
The year at Sydney Theatre School is one that you would be foolish to pass up 
It’s a unique form of educatiion training, providing everything you need to begin a career in the Performing Arts.
Jordan Shea - Diploma Graduate
From day one at Sydney Theatre School I felt welcome and comfortable 
I have had the best year of my life and learned so much not only in terms of my acting and the industry, but with myself. Taking on three completely different productions and working with professional and dedicated directors were experiences I will never forget and will take with me for the rest of my acting career. This course is absolutely perfect for anybody serious about becoming a professional actor.
Michelle Ramsay - Diploma Graduate
All I have to say is that Sydney Theatre School was not only the best time of my life but it was also the most fun! 
You learn so much from the directors and the atmosphere makes you want to push your skills to the limit!
Pamela Ghosn - Diploma Graduate
I can’t begin to describe what a fantastic year I have had 
It’s been a wonderful experience, and I have gained valuable insight into the industry by working with some of Sydney’s most talented directors. The flexible night time/Saturday classes are fantastic if you choose to study or work in between your shows.
Belinda Popovski - Diploma Graduate
Sydney Theatre School has been an experience I will never forget 
I gained so many skills and it did wonders for my confidence. I met so many life-long friends and it has been the most amazing year of my life.
Kelly Loomes - Diploma Graduate
Sydney Theatre School is a fantastic course 
It really was a year that changed my life. Not only did I get to work with highly experienced and brilliant directors, but I also got valuable experiences and opportunities. I would highly recommend this course to anyone wishing to enter the industry. Ten out of ten.
Lewis Scamozzi - Diploma Graduate
Sydney Theatre School is an amazing introduction to the acting industry 
You not only improve your acting skills but are given clear guidance as to the next steps you should take upon graduation.
Victoria Allen - Diploma Graduate
Sydney Theatre School has been an amazing experience that has firmly set in place the fundamentals and put me on the right path for a successful acting career 
The classes have been varied and comprehensive and there is no better way to apply what we have learnt than having the opprtunity to perform at the end of each term.
Matt Lausch - Advanced Diploma Graduate
I really appreciated my time at Sydney Theatre School 
The skills I learnt were invaluable. The course gave me confidence and reinforced the importance and beauty of acting and theatre. The production-based training is the greatest aspect; it made me learn quickly under pressure.
Julie Eagleton - Diploma Graduate
Coming straight out of school, it was fantastic to participate in a course that is not looking for the best UAI 
Being in a production-based course was the best way for me to acquire experience.
Avril Chestnut - Diploma Graduate
I would highly recommend Sydney Theatre School to anyone looking to enter the industry 
You have the opportunity to learn from a number of directors who each have their own style. I was able to figure out what works best for me and where to go next. A very enjoyable year.
Alex Butt - Diploma Graduate
This year has been a very challenging and positive experience, at all levels, personal, creative and professional 
The commitment of all the directors involved is, as far as I am concerned, astounding.
Pascale Hair - Diploma Graduate
I believe that you learn more when you are on the job 
And that is exactly what has happened during my time at Sydney Theatre School. Throughout the year I have been given the opportunity to work with three of the most amazing directors on three amazing plays.
Daniel Fischer - Diploma Graduate
I have learnt so much this year and my confidence has grown 
As someone coming back into theatre it was a great course for polishing old skills but also learning new ones and taking things to the next level.
Lyndal Judges - Diploma Graduate
I learnt so much in my short amount of time at Sydney Theatre School 
Not only did I gain the knowledge of what is needed to become a professional actor, I also learnt so much about myself. I now have more confidence to go out into the world and follow my acting dream.
Heidi Lupprian - Diploma Graduate
Sydney Theatre School provides you with fantastic practical experience 
As well as invaluable information about the industry and the business of being an actor. I highly recommend it for all people considering acting as a career.
Alana Rafter - Advanced Diploma Graduate
What a memorable and exciting experience! 
Sydney Theatre School has opened my eyes to the industry through it’s production-based course.
Ashlea Mary Cohen - Diploma Graduate
Sydney Theatre School taught me so much about myself and my capabilities as well as about the practicalities af the acting world 
It will open many doors for me in the future and has been an amazing start towards an acting career. Bonding closely with professional directors and fellow students has been a highlight for me.
Laura Tilt - Diploma Graduate
The course was good. Very good. 
It has certainly changed me as a person, and for that I am eternally grateful. The production-based aspect of the course was what drew me to it, and it has made me into a more experienced performer. This wouldn’t have happened if all we’d focused on was technique.
Ingrid Hu - Diploma Graduate
The thing I loved most about this course was being able to make mistakes, learn to act and give everything a go while at the same time being treated like a professional 
It was a fantastic opportunity that allowed me to push my boundaries.
Luci Taylor - Diploma Graduate
This course has provided me with everything I need to make a start in the acting industry 
Not only have I grown and developed as an actor, I have also gained vital knowledge of the industry that will help me in launching my professional career. This course has exceeded my expectations and I have also made friendships that will last a lifetime.
Kate Bluhdorn - Diploma Graduate
A great opportunity to work with industry professionals in a practical environment. 
I would thoroughly recommend it to anyone that wants to learn about drama and theatre and the skills required to be a professional actor.
Jacqueline Mendoza - Diploma Graduate
This past year at Sydney Theatre School has been an excellent experience. 
Being able to work on different types of productions with different directors has increased my skills dramatically as an actor and taught me a lot about the real world of acting.
Daniella Hoffman - Diploma Graduate
I came into this course wanting to brush up on my skills and network 
However upon completion what I left with was much much more valuable.
Alexandra Howard - Diploma Graduate
My time spent at Sydney Theatre School was one of the greatest experiences of my life! 
I learnt things as a performer I never thought I would have, which helped me immensely throughout the year.
Steve Maresca - Advanced Diploma Graduate
This year was the best year of my life 
The teachers are amazing, the students are amazing. The school is amazing!
Alex Lowe - Diploma Graduate
Sydney Theatre School gave me all 
Sydney Theatre School gave the tools, techniques and most importantly the experience to enter the acting world confidently with the skills and knowledge I require.
Amber Smith - Diploma Graduate
The Diploma of Theatre Performance is the only part-time acting course that offers REAL opportunities in the industry 
Working with directing professionals who are challenging and active in, eg; the Darlinghurst and Belvoir Street theatres; performing at established venues and the amazing incentive of securing an agent at the end of the year if my work was outstanding.
Brooke Doherty - Diploma Graduate
I have learnt more in this year than I have in any other year of my life 
And it will stick with me for the rest of my life as an actor.
Tom Nauta - Diploma Graduate
This was the perfect course for me. 
I was able to keep up with my 9-5 job and undertake professional theatre training at the same time. It was demanding but worth every minute of it!
Ross Young - Diploma Graduate
STS has been an amazing experience 
Being able to graduate with various productions under my belt is great. The directors have been so helpful and inspiring and the lessons learnt have been truly helpful.
Rosemary Ghazi - Diploma Graduate
A training platform that has encouraged vulnerability, expression and fearlessness when creating and performing at Sydney Theatre School. 
I’ve learnt to manage my weaknesses and immerse within my strengths allowing me to embody the statue of a professional actor. I encourage from novice to an experienced actor, develop your craft at Sydney Theatre School as new doors, relations and skills are built from day one.
Mark Anderson - Advanced Diploma Graduate
My training at STS has been invaluable. 
I have made so many professional connections through my studies and grown so much as an actor. As I graduate I feel I have all the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the industry and the support of peers and tutors behind me.
Sean Foster - Advanced Diploma Graduate
Sydney Theatre School develops a great pathway between the actor and the industry. 
Students have the opportunity to work alongside a number of respected actors, directors and working industry professionals. Teachers and mentors are professional and provide current and relevant knowledge that gives real insight into the acting industry. STS creates a bridge between the actor and the industry through developing their craft and exposure to endless opportunities during their study.
Chloe Baldacchino - Advanced Diploma Graduate
STS offers a friendly but challenging environment with many chances to perform and work with great industry professionals. 
I’d really recommend it to anyone who is serious about acquiring the skills of performance and theatre in a professional setting.
Alyssa Charlton - Diploma Student 2018
An enriching and intimate learning environment with teachers professionally experienced in the industry. 
Sydney Theatre School provides training in a wide spectrum of acting methodologies, equipping the student with a nuanced set of skills to utilise across their career. Not to mention the joyous memories it’ll gift for life!
Antony Press - Diploma Student 2018
Sydney Theatre School is the perfect place to nurture your love of acting and learn what it takes to make it in the industry. 
The teachers are knowledgeable industry professionals and your classmates are like-minded individuals with a passion for acting and all things performance. I loved every day at STS
Joshua Horwitz - Diploma Student 2018
Sydney Theatre School is the best opportunity for a practical, on-the-floor approach to actor training with some of the most qualified and insightful trainers in the industry. 
Would absolutely recommend this course of study to anyone looking to develop their performance skills whilst training under the most dedicated teachers.
Bridget Gielissen - Advanced Diploma Graduate
Studying at STS prepared me for the world of acting in the emotional, intellectual and practical sense better than I could imagine. 
Each teacher provides different valuable skills and challenges students based on their individual level and needs. The improvement over one year as an actor and artist has been so precious.
Kashmir Miller - Diploma Student 2018
The quality of teaching here is above anything else available in Sydney. 
Sydney Theatre School taught me the technique and the industry from the ground up in a working theatre environment.
David Neill - Advanced Diploma Graduate
- Resources
- Gallery
- News
- Contact Us
- OTHER LINKS
- GET SOCIAL
What We’re Tweeting
Follow @sydtheatresch on twitter.