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DIPLOMA OF THEATRE AND SCREEN (ACTING)
Gain The Skills, Knowledge And Experience Required
To Secure Reputable Actors' Agency Representation 
and/or Professional Acting Work
Gain The Skills, Knowledge And Experience Required
To Secure Reputable Actors' Agency Representation
And/Or Professional Acting Work
Bridget Gielissen
"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."
Sean Foster
"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."
Chloe Baldacchino
"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."
Bridget Gielissen
"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."
Sean Foster
"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."
Chloe Baldacchino
"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."
DIPLOMA OF THEATRE AND SCREEN (ACTING)
Learn the skills of professional stage and screen actors with the 
Diploma of Theatre & Screen (Acting). Learn directly from
Australia’s finest performing arts teachers, with a course
designed to bring out the best in you. Join our 
community of like-minded creatives, all 
committed to study and training
in this exciting and energetic 
environment.
Learn the skills of professional stage and screen actors with the Diploma of Theatre & Screen (Acting).

Learn directly from Australia’s finest performing arts teachers, with a course designed to bring out the best in you.

Join our community of like-minded creatives, all committed to expressing themselves in this exciting and energetic environment.
 Exclusive training in both stage and screen disciplines
that are highly sought after in the industry
 Guaranteed agent representation to help
find you work as soon as you’re qualified
 Guaranteed agent representation to help
find you work as soon as you’re qualified
 Exclusive training in both stage and
screen disciplines that are highly sought
after in the industry
 Industry-recognised acting course
300+ STUDENTS, HUNDREDS OF SUCCESSFUL CASTINGS, AUSTRALIA AND ABROAD
DO YOU LOVE TO PERFORM?
DO YOU LOVE
TO PERFORM?
Do you love to perform?
Do you feel at home in the spotlight?
Do you crave the chance to play a role in a major film or TV series? 

If you’ve ever imagined an exciting career on stage or screen, it’s time to find out where your passion for performance can take you!
Do you love to perform? Do you feel at home in the spotlight?
Do you crave the chance to play a role in a major film or TV series? 

If you’ve ever imagined an exciting career on stage or screen, 
it’s time to find out where your passion for performance can take you!
Unleash your creative potential with practical performance training designed to take your acting skills to the next level. Engage in an immersive learning experience taught by some of the industry's top tutors. 

 Gain the opportunity to perform in a real world environment with access to professional equipment and facilities designed to provide you with a foundation for success.
Choose the school that gives you the advantage of a professional introduction to the industry with guaranteed agency representation, and the confidence and guidance you need to turn your passion in to your profession.

Your journey towards a fulfilling and rewarding career starts now by applying for STS’s Diploma of Theatre and Screen (Acting).
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR 2023!
"That's the thing about this 
school that really sets it apart. 
The teachers have such a vested interest in you developing"
"That's the thing about this school that really sets it apart. 
The teachers have such a vested interest in you developing"
"They want to see you succeed!"
"The teachers have such a vested interest in you developing"
Your time at STS will hone your performance skills in a professional, supportive environment surrounded by passionate and and committed actors.

Sydney Theatre School’s unique approach will develop your acting craft; encouraging you to explore your creativity as an artist, whilst providing you with up-to-date training and education. 

During the course, you’ll explore exciting career opportunities and gain valuable industry insight - a key to developing a successful career in acting for stage and screen.
The course ensures that graduates will have:

⚫ The practical techniques and skills required to become professional actors

⚫ An embodied knowledge of a wide range of historic and contemporary techniques and approaches to acting

⚫ Personal resources, professional knowledge and skills required for a career in the theatre, television, film and related industries

⚫ The necessary individuality, self-sufficiency and empowerment to contribute to the profession of the future

⚫The inter-personal skills of team-building, conflict resolution and the development of positive and constructive relationships

⚫ The personal and professional self-knowledge to guide a career intelligently

⚫ The mindset of a healthy, community-focused artist

⚫ Respect and high-regard for the audience
Guaranteed Agency Representation
Every graduate of the optional second year Advanced Diploma program will be offered a place on the books of our affiliated actor’s agency Sydney Creative Management (subject to meeting registration criteria and satisfactory on-going performance).
Community Of Committed Artists
Sydney Theatre School’s collaborative environment fosters a tight knit community of acting alumni and industry professionals. Through training and performance, students exercise both individual and collective creativity whilst building important industry connections that stay with them throughout their future careers.
Unlike some acting and drama schools in Sydney, our students regularly perform in full-length productions (not just short scenes or excerpts from plays) in front of paying audiences in our own on-campus performance space.

All productions are directed by industry professionals with many years of experience (see teachers’ bio page for full details) who also regularly work for major independent and professional theatre companies in Sydney and around the country.

The class schedule is as follows:

TERM DATES 2023

TERM 1: 30th January to 29th April
TERM 2: 15th May to 12th August
TERM 3: 28th August to 25th November 

CLASS TIMES

Mondays from 10.00am to 6.00pm PLUS
Wednesdays from 9.00am to 1.00pm PLUS
Fridays from 10.00am to 6.00pm

COURSE CONTENT 

A detailed course guide including an overview of each unit of study; assessment criteria; class and production timetables; policies and procedures and other important information can be found via the link below:

TAKE YOUR PASSION AND TURN IT IN TO YOUR PROFESSION
EXPERIENCE SYDNEY'S MOST DYNAMIC ACTING SCHOOL
Monologue Selection
CLICK HERE to download a copy of our Audition Piece Suggestion Guide to review some of the School’s suggested performance pieces.

Interview
After the audition, selected applicants will called for a brief phone interview. Here, you will have the opportunity to talk us through your commitment to a career in the performing arts industry and ask any questions you may have about the course.

Video Audition
Auditions are conducted at the school in Sydney, Australia. If you’re not able or don't wish to attend in person for the audition you may submit an audition by video (via MP4 file; Youtube or VIMEO etc). Simply email us a link to the video (including your monologue and a brief chat to camera about yourself) via info@sydneytheatreschool.com when completed.
MEET YOUR TRAINERS
Mark Matthews - Managing Director
As a graduate of the University of Western Sydney with Bachelor of Arts (Theatre), Graduate Diploma of Education (Drama) and Master of Arts (Directing) degrees to his name, Mark brings a wealth of knowledge, dedication and passion for the arts to Sydney Theatre School. Mark’s extensive experience in acting, directing, teaching and production roles, ranging from Artistic Director and Director through to General Manager, sees him bring a hands-on approach and deep understanding of actor-training to his role as Sydney Theatre School’s Head of School.  He has performed as an actor in many theatre productions, television shows and TV commercials. He has also directed over thirty theatre productions at venues such as the Stables Theatre; Pilgrim Theatre; King Street Theatre; Seymour Centre; Sidetrack Theatre; Parade Studio, NIDA; Figtree Theatre and others. His other notable roles include Artistic Director of the Pilgrim Theatre in Sydney from 1995-1998; Affiliate Director with the Sydney Theatre Company; and General Manager of Sydney Art Theatre in 1998; Co-Director of City Drama Studio Pty Ltd. from 1998-2001; Head of Drama and drama teacher at several Sydney private schools; Lecturer in Drama at Uxbridge College, London in 2002-2003; and Director of the actors’ agency, Sydney Creative Management, from 2006-present. Mark’s reputation in the industry earned him a place on the panel of industry judges for the Most Outstanding Actor at the 2011 TV Week Logie Awards. 
Leah Pellinkhof – Acting Teacher & Director
Leah is a graduate of the NIDA M.A. (Writing for Performance) program in 2015 and the AFTRS directing program in 2016. She has worked as a performer, writer, director and producer on numerous stage and screen productions but her true passion lies in the classroom where she is an inspiring, engaging, and nurturing teacher. She started her career in the entertainment industry as an actor, appearing in various short & feature films, TV commercials and stage productions . Although she received much kudos as a performer, Leah decided to take a step out of the spotlight to go behind the scenes. Her work as a director has ranged over Shakespeare, musicals, stand-up comedy, feature films, music videos and her own original productions. Her writing and directing talents have scored her many accolades. The Works of William Shakespeare (BY CHICKS) was acknowledges with a Dell’Arte award for best play, The Matilda award nominated My Pet Human also scored her a Dell’Arte Award for favourite playwright. Her short film Chook and Maureen which she wrote produced and performed in won the Tropical Alternative Film Festival and many of her shows have received rave reviews, sell out seasons and audience acclaim.
Malcolm Frawley – Improvisation & Director
Malcolm is a writer/director/teacher/actor with over 35 years of professional experience after graduating from the Independent Theatre School. His plays and productions have been performed extensively throughout Australia. He spent some years writing, and script editing, for TV shows that included Neighbours and E Street. Malcolm has taught at Excelsia College, Screenwise, Theatre Nepean (Uni of Western Sydney), A.C.T.T., Screen Actors Workshop and was co-director of NIDA’s screen acting programme for Third Years from 2000-2003 (inclusive). He has been teaching at Sydney Theatre School since 2007.
Shane Anthony – Movement
Shane Anthony works as a theatre director and producer in Australia and overseas. He is a graduate of the Directing Program at National Institute of Dramatic Art, Screenwriting at the Australian Film, Television and Radio School and has also completed a BA in Theatre Studies at QUT. Recent directing credits include: Lighten Up for Griffin Theatre, The Whale for Redline Productions at The Old Fitz Theatre, Songs for the Fallen for Sydney Festival, New York Musical Theatre Festival (Winner of Best Show), Melbourne Arts Centre, Brisbane Festival and The Old Fitz, Altar Boyz, Calendar Girls and Avenue Q for Fortune Theatre (New Zealand), Pornography, Orestes, Trojan Women and Radio Hysteria for NIDA Open, Doctor Faustus, The Crucible for RCHK (Hong Kong), Mrs Bang: A Series of Seductions for the 32nd Stage Song Festival (Poland),Often I Find That I Am Naked (Australian National Tour, Critical Stages). 
"The more I go in this direction, the more I start to ....
...BECOME THE PERSON I AM MEANT TO BE"
...BECOME THE PERSON I AM MEANT TO BE"
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FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
Q: What does the audition involve?
A: The audition starts with a brief group warm up. Following this, you will deliver your monologue in front of the panel and other auditionees. 

After the audition, you will be interviewed by phone or in person in order to find out more about your background, experience and career ambitions and to answer any questions you may have about the program.
Q: Do you have an open day or information session?
A: No. Prospective auditionees/students are welcome to contact us (via email or phone) to arrange a personal inspection of the school and meet with the staff and students at any mutually agreeable time. 

Weekdays during business hours or Saturday mornings are preferred for meetings but other times may be arranged if this is not suitable. 


Q: Will I get an agent and acting work at the end of the Diploma course?
A: Many graduates have secured representation at the end of the course and some do so in the months and years after graduation. It depends on how hard you work and how persistent you are. 

If you work hard and listen to the advice you are given during your time with us and continue gathering training and experience after graduation it is likely that you’ll secure representation sooner or later. 

All graduates of the Advanced Diploma program are guaranteed a place with our affiliated actors’ agency Sydney Creative Management 
Q: Do I have enough experience or talent to gain entry to the program?
A: The main pre-requisites for acceptance onto the Diploma of Theatre & Screen (Acting) program are: the ability to perform a short monologue; a positive attitude; a strong level of commitment and the determination required to pursue a professional acting career.

Experience in high school drama, amateur theatre or a short beginner’s acting course is usually sufficient. The program is also suitable for those with more experience who want to hone their skills and showcase their work to the industry in high-quality productions directed by working industry professionals.
Q: What is the age range and background of students?
A: The ages of students accepted into the program in the past has ranged from seventeen to early fifties. The bulk of students are in their late teens and early twenties and there is always a good balance of youth and maturity.

All students will have demonstrated the required skills, attitude and commitment required to successfully complete the programme requirements and embark on an acting career on completion of the program.
Q: Is it possible to get CENTRELINK or AUSTUDY assistance for any of your courses?
A: The Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Theatre and Screen (Acting) courses DO NOT qualify students for VET Student Loans, AUSTUDY or YOUTH ALLOWANCE payments. 

We do offer substantial discounts for upfront payments and access to INTEREST FREE payment plans via Study Loans (see below).
Tuition Fees and Financial Assistance
We have a range of payment options available including discounts for up-front payment and affordable INTEREST-FREE payment plans. Further details will be provided at the interview following your successful audition.
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