ADULT STAGE & SCREEN
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Supporting Actors in the Illawarra.
Based in Thirroul, Northern Suburbs of Wollongong (NSW)
Welcome to The Actors Class.
ADULT CLASSES
Our programs introduce students to the fundamentals of acting, with an emphasis is on truthful behaviour, clear intention, confidence on camera, and industry professional skills.
Our students all begin with the Foundations of Acting course. This is our prerequisite course, which is the first step on our pathway before progressing to our three specialised courses.
The Power of Character - Scene Work & Character development
Screen Play - Screen Acting Technique
Inside The Industry - Industry Skills, Showreels & Self-Tape Auditions
Once students have completed The Foundations of Acting course, they can choose to do all or some of the specialised courses.
All courses run in conjunction with the NSW School terms.
All new students are welcome to attend a free trail - see details below
2026 Adult Acting Courses
FOUNDATIONS OF ACTING
*Prerequisite course
The Foundations of Acting
Saturdays: 1.00 pm - 3.30 pm.
Dates: 2nd May - 27th June 2026
THE POWER OF CHARACTER
Course - The Power of Character
Tuesdays: 4.30pm - 7.00 pm.
Dates: 5th May - 30th June
SCREEN PLAY
Course - Screen Play
Tuesdays: 4.30 pm - 7.00 pm.
Dates: 21st July - 15th September
INSIDE THE INDUSTRY
Course - Inside the Industry
Tuesdays: 4.30 pm - 7.00 pm.
Dates: 13th October - 8th December
Free Trial Class
Introduction to The Actors Class:
Next session Saturday, 11th April, 2pm - 3.30pm
We invite prospective students to attend a complimentary introduction to our training.
This trial class runs prior to the beginning of each term and offers new students the opportunity to experience The Actors Class before committing to a full term. New students may attend 1 free trial class only. The session provides a guided introduction to our teaching style, class structure and the type of work explored in our ongoing classes. This class is held at the Thirroul Community Centre
Registrations are required.
THE FOUNDATIONS OF ACTING
The Foundations of Acting
The Foundations of Acting course is the first step for our students on their Actors Class journey. The course provides students with a framework of techniques to approach their work, a framework that can be built on as they gain experience developing their craft. This framework is then applied to our work in other specialised courses developing characters, screen technique and industry skills like self tapes and showreels.
Course Curriculum: Understanding Actions, Objectives and Motivation
Course Focus: Understanding how acting works
CourseOutcome: Students can analyse a scene, make playable choices, and perform truthfully
Core Concepts
Introduction to acting and ensemble building
Objectives – what characters want and why
Actions – playing tactics rather than emotions
Obstacles & stakes – creating tension and urgency
Given circumstances – who, where, when, why
Listening & reacting – presence and truth
Emotional truth (safe, age-appropriate techniques)
Scene analysis and rehearsal techniques
Classes options
Classes run on Monday and Tuesdays. When filling in the enrolment form, you can choose which days you are available. Spaces are limited to 12 students to support a high-quality learning environment. It is possible to join the class after the beginning of the term if places are available, though it is not recommended after the first few weeks. The term fees will be adjusted on a pro rata basis.
Adults
Saturdays class: 1pm - 3.30pm.
Term 2 dates: 2nd May - 27th June 2026
Location: Thirroul Community Centre
Cost: $480 per student
Spaces are limited to 12 students to support a high-quality learning environment.
COURSE - THE POWER OF CHARACTER
Course curriculum: Scene Work & Character development
Term Focus: Application, consistency, depth
End-of-Term Outcome: Students can rehearse, sustain, and perform scenes and monologues with clear intention and believable character choices.
Core Concepts
Character development – behaviour and backstory
Relationships & status
Text vs subtext
Beats and scene changes
Rehearsal technique and consistency
Partner scene work and responsiveness
Monologues – making them active
Coaching, refinement, and taking direction
Scene and monologue performances
Classes options
Classes run on Monday and Tuesdays. When filling in the enrolment form, you can choose which days you are available. Spaces are limited to 12 students to support a high-quality learning environment. It is possible to join the class after the beginning of the term if places are available, though it is not recommended after the first few weeks. The term fees will be adjusted on a pro rata basis.
Adults
Tuesdays: 4.30 - 7.00 pm.
Dates:5th May - 30th June
Location: Thirroul Community Centre
Cost: $480 per student
Spaces are limited to 12 students to support a high-quality learning environment.
COURSE – SCREEN PLAY
Course curriculum: Screen Acting Technique
Term Focus: Acting truthfully and confidently on camera
End-of-Term Outcome: Students understand how camera, framing, and technical demands affect performance — and can adjust without “acting less” or becoming stiff.
Core Concepts
Stage vs screen – scale and realism
Framing and shot sizes
Eye lines and hitting marks
Continuity and matching takes
Multiple takes and direction
Screen scene work and playback
Genre on screen
Cold reads and quick choices
Classes options
Classes run on Monday and Tuesday. When filling in the enrolment form, you can choose which days you are available. Spaces are limited to 12 students to support a high-quality learning environment. It is possible to join the class after the beginning of the term if places are available, though it is not recommended after the first few weeks. The term fees will be adjusted on a pro rata basis.
Adults
Tuesdays: 4.30 - 7pm.
Dates: 21st July - 15th September
Location: Thirroul Community Centre
Cost: $480 per student
Spaces are limited to 12 students to support a high-quality learning environment.
COURSE – INSIDE THE INDUSTRY
Course curriculum: Industry Skills: Showreels & Self-Tape Auditions
Term Focus: Professional readiness & confidence
End-of-Term Outcome: Students leave with usable footage, audition skills, and realistic understanding of the industry.
Core Concepts
How the industry works (casting, agents, auditions)
Self-tape setup and slates
Self-tape performance technique
Taking direction in auditions
Choosing showreel material
Showreel filming
Reviewing and refining footage
Audition practice
Classes options
Classes run on Monday and Tuesdays. When filling in the enrolment form, you can choose which days you are available. Spaces are limited to 12 students to support a high-quality learning environment. It is possible to join the class after the beginning of the term if places are available, though it is not recommended after the first few weeks. The term fees will be adjusted on a pro rata basis.
Adults
Tuesdays classes: 4.30 - 7 pm.
Dates: 13th October - 8th December
Location: Thirroul Community Centre
Cost: $480 per student