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ADS Industry is excited to announce their 2020 Adult Courses. Whether you are looking for a weekly class or skill-based intensive, we’ve got your bases covered!

For any queries regarding course details, contact us on adsindustry@actiondramastudio.com.au

THE MARGOT ONLINE SHORT COURSE

Becoming a Screen Actor with Suzanne Barr (Beginner)

Inspired by Margot Robbie. Act in Television & Films without ever having stepped on a stage.

This exciting introductory course offers:

• A chance to learn fundamental skills to begin your acting career
• A nurturing and encouraging environment led by ADS & AAA Director, Suzanne Barr
• Weekly lessons including material and content suitable for beginners and those wanting to learn more about the acting industry
• A private Facebook group to network with other actors and share resources

This six week online course is the perfect introduction to the acting world and a great chance to work with Suzanne Barr, an industry professional with over 30+ years experience as an actor, director, educator and talent agent. If you’e ever wondered what it takes to pursue acting as a potential career (or even just for fun!) this is an ideal first step. 

The course is being offered at a slightly discounted rate to our regular courses, to encourage new actors – TOTAL COST: $178.20 for 6 weeks ($29.70 per class). Students are welcome to pay in instalments, if preferred.  Unfortunately, no free trials are possible due to the short nature of the course. 

THE MARGOT ONLINE

Becoming a Screen Actor with Suzanne Barr (Beginner)

Inspired by Margot Robbie. Act in Television & Films without ever having stepped on a stage.

If you have ever dreamt about acting in Films & TV but have little to no experience, then this class is for you. ‘The Margot’ is for anyone who would like to start learning the skills of becoming an actor with an end goal of winning roles on Television and in Film. During this program you will be supported in an encouraging & safe learning environment that will enable a fast tracking of skills, without feeling uncomfortable or out of your depth. Your confidence as an actor will develop over 2 x 15 week blocks, starting with a step by step approach to skill building & ultimately working towards securing an agent & auditioning for screen work.

OUTCOMES:

Part A (Term 1 & 2)

• Start with the basics & fast track your skills & confidence in acting
• Build your performance capabilities – improvisation, devised scenes & script work
• Master the technicalities of acting for screen
• Be exposed to a range of audition techniques, enabling you to be ‘audition ready’
• Develop understandings of working in the Film & TV industry, including correct terminologies & protocols.

Part B (Term 3 & 4)

• Scene Study – Developing screen performances from text, ready for filming
• Prepare your marketing tools for launching your acting career i.e. CV, Headshot & Showreel
• Develop an understanding of marketing yourself as an actor & networking
• Understand the process for securing & working with an Agent
• Create two high quality filmed scenes that showcase your talent, to be used for your Vimeo Library and/or Showreel.

Inspired by Heath Ledger, for his compelling characters and ability to improvise and Cate Blanchett, for her strong background in stage which has led her to be one of the most successful movie actors of all time.

Taught by Agent & Acting Coach, Suzanne Barr along with Acting Teacher and Writer, Stephanie Clark – This class is ideal for students who have a strong background in acting for stage or musical theatre either through previous training or working on the stage, who would like to develop their confidence in acting for screen. Block two focuses on the subtlety of acting techniques for camera, without compromising on the energy/intensity of performance and character. Actors will find themselves challenged by intense individual coaching and feedback to pursue compelling on-screen performances.

OUTCOMES:

Part B – (Term 3 & 4) Screen Acting techniques for Film

• Practice screen acting techniques for a range of film genres
• Strengthen connections to text and character through in depth Script Analysis.
• Understanding and developing: Meisner Technique.
• Learn the art of self-taping for film to increase your chances of winning roles
• Master the art of audition techniques for film castings
• Understand how you can make yourself stand out and win the role over your competition
• Produce 2 x high quality TV scenes for your Vimeo Library and/or Showreel (2 x film roles)

This class is held online (In person when possible) for 15 weeks and includes a weekly Zoom class, Access to a Private Facebook group and resources, as well as two private online coaching sessions per term.

Inspired by Cate Blanchett for her strong background in stage which has lead her to be one of the most successful movie actors of all time.

Suzanne has a strong background as a screen actor & agent, which over time has lead her to becoming a sought after acting coach, particularly for talent wishing to transition their stage acting abilities to the screen. This class is ideal for students who have a strong background in acting for stage or musical theatre either through previous training or working on the stage, who would like to develop their confidence in acting for screen. Suzanne will challenge you through intense individual coaching and feedback to pursue compelling on screen performances. You will experience break through techniques that allow for a seamless shift from stage to screen without losing energy or intensity.

Part B – (Term 3 & 4)

• Practice screen acting techniques for a range of film genres
• Strengthen connections to text & character through in depth Script Analysis, with a focus on screen style acting.
• Understanding and developing a range of acting techniques for screen. 
• Learn the art of self-taping for film to increase your chances of winning roles. 
• Master the art of audition techniques for film castings
• Understand how you can make yourself stand out & win the role over your competition
• Produce 2 x high quality TV scenes for your Vimeo Library and/or Showreel (2 x film roles)

This class is held online for 15 weeks and includes a weekly Zoom class, Access to a Private Facebook group and resources, as well as two private online coaching sessions per term.

Inspired by the extraordinary career of Australia’s own Baz Luhrmann, Actor turned Director.

In this advanced class, actors are treated to the full film production experience along with professional training and acting skills development work during the process. The major component of this class is the end of year film production, a feature length film featuring a strong ensemble of actors who spend the year creating and collaborating on putting this project together. Previous projects at Action Drama Studio include “Are We Though?”, “Jackie Byrne” and most recently “Blackwood”. This process includes story development, script writing, screen auditioning, character development, production planning, script breakdowns, script rehearsals and finally on set-film production. This class is for students with prior acting experience who are looking to gain on set skills and experience.

OUTCOMES:

• A Full Feature Length Film Production
• Screen tests & Audition practice and coaching
• Understand the technical elements of Acting for Screen
• An on-set film experience
• Unique insight into Post Production (Editing, Sound Mixing, Special Effects etc)

Please note: This class is full for Semester Two & isn’t taking new enrolments. 

Inspired by Sofia Coppola.  An iconic film director who was born into the Industry.

So many amazing film careers started on the stage and are maintained on the stage. In a world where there are a million ways to create performance content, traditional stage acting is the original and best way to hone your acting craft. This class focuses on that principal. An exploration of different theatre genres, iconic playwrights and ground breaking scripts, culminating in a professional production at the end of the year. This class has previously performed Blackrock – Nick Enright (2019), Cosi – Louis Nowra (2018) & Rumors – Neil Simon (2018). 

OUTCOMES:

Part A –  Introduction to Theatre Making and Ensemble 

• Skill building: Voice and Movement
• Introduction to experimental theatre styles 
• Understanding research & creative process methodologies  
• Challenging the boundaries of Improvisation 
• A public devised performance

Part B – Professional Production Development 

• Master in depth script and character analysis 
• Skill building: Stage blocking, character voice & performance dynamics 
• Develop Stage Craft knowledge 
• End of year, professional production

Please note: This class is full for Semester Two & isn’t taking new enrolments. 

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ADS Industry 

40-42 Beetham Parade

Rosanna VIC 3084

Ph: (03) 9090-7715

Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM

For all enquiries, including information on

2020 Training or Private Coaching, please email 

adsindustry@actiondramastudio.com.au