Writing & Performance Courses
Writing & Performance Courses

Writing & Performance Courses

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    Put pen to page or take to the stage with our short courses in Sydney!

    Ever wanted to write a novel but can’t establish a compelling story arc? Perhaps you make your friends laugh but are afraid to take it to an open mic? Designed to instruct, support and inspire any beginner writer or performer, you can channel your inner comic, poet or actor in one of our creative writing and performance courses.

    Learn online via Zoom, at our campus in Rozelle or at our partner studio in Darlinghurst.

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    Learning the art of creative writing through our writing short courses in Sydney! Do you want to try creative writing but you aren't sure where to start? You can learn the fundamentals of creative writing in this practical course for beginners. With this creative writing course, you will develop an understanding of plot, structure, and character, familiarising yourself with different styles of creative writing while learning to create your own. Designed to instruct, support, and...

    Learn more about Creative Writing Course for Beginners
    Creative Writing Course for Beginners

    <p>Learning the art of creative writing through our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/writing">writing short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Do you want to

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    $450 Limited GST free / $360 / $382.50 / $405
    No class on Monday 6th October due to Public Holiday.

    Learn to perform with Monologue Acting Classes for Beginners part of our Acting short course program in Sydney. Develop your creativity, learn acting techniques and exercises, and build your confidence on stage with this acting course for beginners!  This acting course for beginners starts gently, allowing a safe place for everyone to play and explore with fun acting and drama games, trust exercises and improvisation. During this initial exploration, you will learn methods of...

    Learn more about Acting & Drama: The Monologue L1
    Acting & Drama: The Monologue L1

    <p>Learn to perform with Monologue Acting Classes for Beginners part of our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/acting">Acting short course program</a> in

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    $595 Limited inc GST / $476 / $505.80 / $535.50
    Course begins: Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm
    Course ends: Tue, Oct 21, 6:30pm
    Performance: Sat, Oct 25, 3:00pm
    Acting & Drama: The Monologue L1

    <p>Learn to perform with Monologue Acting Classes for Beginners part of our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/acting">Acting short course program</a> in

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    $595 Limited inc GST / $476 / $505.80 / $535.50
    Course begins: Wed, Oct 22, 6:30pm
    Course ends: Wed, Nov 26, 6:30pm
    Performance: Sat, Nov 29, 6:00pm

    Learn the art of performing a story with our acting courses in Sydney! Improve your characterisation skills, become well-versed in establishing theatrical relationships, and build your confidence on stage by performing in front of an audience! This course will give you a fundamental understanding of the processes involved in staging a play, such as working as an ensemble, script analysis, props and costuming, and blocking. The main focus of this acting course is the final...

    Learn more about Acting & Drama: The Story L3
    Acting & Drama: The Story L3

    <p>Learn the art of performing a story with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/acting">acting courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Improve your

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    $695 Limited inc GST / $556 / $590.80 / $625.50
    Course begins: Mon, Sep 22, 6:30pm
    Course ends: Mon, Nov 10, 6:30pm
    Performance 1: Fri, Nov 14, 7:00pm
    Performance 2: Sat, Nov 15, 7:00pm

    Learn stand-up comedy for beginners with our acting short courses in Sydney! Discover the art of crafting and delivering comedic material in this one-day intensive workshop. Whether you’re curious about comedy, want to build confidence in public speaking, or are just looking for a fun and creative experience, this course will guide you through the basics of stand-up comedy. You’ll learn how to write jokes, develop your comedic persona, and perform on stage. At the end of the day,...

    Learn more about Stand-up Comedy Course for Beginners
    Stand-up Comedy Course for Beginners

    <p>Learn stand-up comedy for beginners with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/acting">acting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Discover the art of

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    $239 Limited GST free / $191.20 / $215.10

    Learn to step into the spotlight with our Acting short course program in Sydney. If you love telling stories, making people laugh, or stepping into different characters, this course is for you. In a supportive and fun environment, you’ll develop your acting abilities while working with others to create exciting performances. Across the term, you’ll learn how to use your voice and body more effectively, explore different acting methods, and discover how to break down scripts and...

    Learn more about Acting & Drama Teen: (Marrickville)
    Acting & Drama Teen: (Marrickville)

    <p>Learn to step into the spotlight with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/acting">Acting short course program</a> in Sydney.</p>

    <p>If you love

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    $285 Limited inc GST / $228 / $242.20 / $256.50

    Learn to perform with our beginner-friendly Acting short course program the perfect first step in your acting journey in Sydney. Act I is all about taking the leap into performance. In a supportive and encouraging environment, you’ll break through fear and self-doubt, build trust with your fellow students, and explore your creativity through improvisation, group games, and scene work. You’ll discover how to connect with your scene partner, develop your voice and movement skills,...

    Learn more about Acting & Drama: Act I (Marrickville)
    Acting & Drama: Act I (Marrickville)

    <p>Learn to perform with our beginner-friendly <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/acting">Acting short course program</a> the perfect first step in your

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    $605 Limited inc GST / $484 / $514.30 / $544.50

    Learn to step into the spotlight with our Acting short course program in Sydney. Act III brings together all the skills developed in Acts I and II, challenging you to take on the thrill and discipline of performing an entire play. Over 10 weeks, you’ll work as part of an ensemble, developing your character from the first page to the final curtain. You’ll explore the demands of sustaining a role, mastering vocal, physical, and emotional expression across a full-length production....

    Learn more about Acting & Drama: Act III (Marrickville)
    Acting & Drama: Act III (Marrickville)

    <p>Learn to step into the spotlight with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/acting">Acting short course program</a> in Sydney.</p>

    <p>Act III brings

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    $605 Limited inc GST / $484 / $514.30 / $544.50

    Learn to perform with Acting Classes for Beginners part of our Acting short course program in Sydney. Act II builds on the skills developed in Act I and moves towards the art of delivering a compelling solo performance. Over 10 weeks, you’ll refine your voice, movement, technique, stagecraft, and script analysis skills while learning to hold an audience’s attention on your own. Through guided exercises and rehearsals, you’ll explore how to inhabit a character fully, find emotional...

    Learn more about Acting & Drama: Act II (Marrickville)
    Acting & Drama: Act II (Marrickville)

    <p>Learn to perform with Acting Classes for Beginners part of our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/acting">Acting short course program</a> in Sydney.</p>

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    $605 Limited inc GST / $484 / $514.30 / $544.50

    Improve your work skills by learning the skills of screenwriting and movie script writing with our writing short courses online and in Sydney! This online writing course will be delivered via Zoom with a small class group. Screenwriting is a discipline that requires creativity and imagination - if you can imagine a scene, you can write it. In this scriptwriting course, you will learn techniques for creating memorable scenes, developing character-based and plot-based stories,...

    Learn more about Creative Writing Course: Screenwriting
    Creative Writing Course: Screenwriting

    <p>Improve your work skills by learning the skills of screenwriting and movie script writing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/writing">writing

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    $389 Limited GST free / $311.20 / $330.70 / $350.10
    Enrol in 3 creative writing courses and get 15% off!
    Creative Writing Course: Screenwriting

    <p>Improve your work skills by learning the skills of screenwriting and movie script writing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/writing">writing

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    $389 Limited GST free / $311.20 / $330.70 / $350.10
    Enrol in 3 creative writing courses and get 15% off!

    Drop into our Trial class: Intro to Beginners Acting, part of our Acting short course program in Sydney! Have you always wanted to try acting but never felt confident enough to take the leap? Looking for a beginner acting class in Sydney where you can explore your creativity and connect with like-minded people? This fun and engaging drop-in session is the perfect introduction to acting for adults. Designed for complete beginners, it offers a safe and supportive space to step out of...

    Learn more about Acting & Drama beginner's Acting Intro Class
    Acting & Drama beginner's Acting Intro Class

    <p>Drop into our Trial class: Intro to Beginners Acting, part of our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/acting">Acting short course program</a> in Sydney!</

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    $39.01 Limited inc GST / $31.20 / $33.10 / $35.10
    Acting & Drama beginner's Acting Intro Class

    <p>Drop into our Trial class: Intro to Beginners Acting, part of our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/acting">Acting short course program</a> in Sydney!</

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    $39.01 Limited inc GST / $31.20 / $33.10 / $35.10
    Acting & Drama beginner's Acting Intro Class

    <p>Drop into our Trial class: Intro to Beginners Acting, part of our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/writing-performance/acting">Acting short course program</a> in Sydney!</

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    $39.01 Limited inc GST / $31.20 / $33.10 / $35.10
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