On Screen - Acting For Camera Course
If you've always wanted to act on TV or in the movies, then this course is for you! It's a complete introduction to screen acting, covering screen vocabulary, understanding the screen environment, plus all the practical skills around acting for the camera. ​​
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When
Tuesday nights, 6pm-9:30pm, 29 April - 24 June
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Where: Studio 2, Perform Australia, 2A Barker St Griffith, ACT 2603
For: ​Aspiring actors who want to learn the art of screen acting
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Cost: $1020
In this course...
In this course, you'll learn some key skills for the screen actor. These include:
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Working on your facial and physical expression to communicate what your character is thinking
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Understanding shot sizes and how these influence your acting
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How to adapt your performance to a director's instructions
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Screen industry terminology - know your gaffer from your grip!
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Knowing where to look - and where not to look - while the camera's rolling
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"Hitting your mark" - positioning yourself where you need to be in every shot
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Understanding "continuity" and why that's important for you as an actor
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How the film and television industry works, and
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Much more!
If you are looking for a great introduction to screen acting, the fundamental skills will be yours in this program.
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PLUS - you'll shoot a scene of one of your performances that will be fully edited and yours to keep for your portfolio.
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About your tutor
James Scott
James Scott is an actor, director and teacher. He is co-founder and Director of Artistic Development at Perform Australia.
He holds a Diploma of Performance from the Actors' College of Theatre and Television and a Master of Arts Practice in Acting from Charles Sturt University, as well as a Diploma in Vocational Education and Training.
James's performance credits include a wide range of stage and screen projects over more than 25 years of performance. Recent screen credits include 'Snatchers' and 'Break A Leg' (in production). He has done countless stage performances, among them, 'Lies, Love and Hitler' (2010, 2014), 'The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged' (2015), 'Underneath the Lintel (2015), 'Henry Five' (2016), 'It's A Wonderful Life: The Live Radio Play' (2017), 'Mistakes Were Made' (2018), 'The Woman in Black' (2019), 'Danny The Champion Of The World' (2020), 'According to Mark' (2021), 'Anastasia Krupnik' (2022), and 'Waiting For Godot' (2024).
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Reasons to do this course
1 / Your tutor knows what's he's talking about.
James is a veteran of stage and screen and will communicate from his lifelong learnings.
2 / You'll work through the essentials in this introductory course.
While it's always great if you have a little experience, no prior knowledge of acting for the camera is required for this course - you can get started learning the basic skills.
3 / You'll meet like-minded individuals.
Ever been in a room of actors? You'll have lots to talk about! This course is a chance to meet other actors and network.
4 / You'll develop an understanding of the screen industry.
This course is a great window into the world of film and television and what's required of the actor.
5/ You'll feel more confident next time you're acting.
You'll know what to do, whether you're working on a short film, going for an audition, or making your debut in a feature!
Ready to enrol?
YES, I'D LIKE TO ENROL!
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENROLMENT IN THIS COURSE
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1. I understand that by signing up to this course I am committing to attend all scheduled classes.
2. I agree to pay all my fees before the course begins, unless a payment plan is otherwise arranged with the office (phone 1300 908 905).
3. If I begin attending a weekend course, and I withdraw from the course mid-way through, or do not return for a second day of training, I understand that I am not entitled to a refund for the remainder of the course.
4. If, due to unforeseen circumstances, such as tutor illness, a course needs to be postponed, Perform Australia will make every effort to contact me in advance to ask whether I would like a refund, or to transfer my enrolment to a new course date.
5. If Perform Australia cancels a program in its entirety, I understand a refund will be given to me.
6. Refunds are not given in other circumstances. ​