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WHAT WILL I BE DOING IN studioqtwenty09?
I WANT TO BE IN THE ADVANCED CLASS OR THE q youth company BUT I’M FREAKING OUT ABOUT THE AUDITION?!
WHAT KINDS OF PEOPLE TAKE THESE COURSES AND WHAT DO THEY THINK?
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST AND IS THERE ANY WAY TO GET A DISCOUNT?
HOW CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION?
WHAT WILL I BE DOING IN studioqtwenty09?
We believe that the best way to learn skills in theatre is to do what real actors and directors do everyday – so instead of just playing drama games, you’ll be considered a ‘trainee actor’ preparing for real performances, led by a tutor who is actively involved in the theatre industry.
Each term you will have the opportunity to do a performance in front of your peers, the studioqtwenty09 tutors and Q Theatre staff, and receive valuable feedback. At the end of the year you will be part of our Showcase Performance in the Q Theatre, which is open to the General Public.
The 4 terms are loosely structured in the following way, based on the methods used by real actors and directors when they are creating new work:
| Terms 1&2 | Incubation |
Exploring Ideas, Improvisation, Voice and Movement Skills, Scripted and Unscripted Work |
| Term 3 | Development |
Moulding Ideas into Character, Narrative and Theatrical Style, Shaping and Scripting Performance |
| Term 4 | Production |
The Rehearsal Process including Technical, Design and Performance Aspects |
WHO ARE THE TUTORS?
We have 5 great tutors for studioqtwenty09, and they will be joined through the year by actors and directors from our studioqtwenty09 company-in-residence – Version 1.0. Once we know how many groups are doing studioqtwenty09 we will be able to let you know which of the tutors below you will have:
Danielle Antaki A Theatre Nepean graduate, Danielle has performed with theatre companies around Australia, appeared in many films and tv shows, and directed youth and community projects. Danielle has worked extensively with Shopfront and Version 1.0, and was also in Opera Australia’s Carmen (2008).
Stephen Hodge A freelance film and stage performer whose recent credits include Short+Sweet (Newtown Theatre), Crash and Burn (AFTRS), and Footy Legends (Suitcase Films). Stephen has an Adv. Dip. of Dramatic Art from the Aust. Academy of Dramatic Art.
Naree Shields A street & circus theatre performer, Naree practices clown doctoring at children’s hospitals + devising and performing her own clown/storytelling shows. Naree has also worked with Ruby Bloomer’s Women’s Circus and Circo Blurto Youth Circus.
Brent Thorpe A graduate of the Actors Centre (acting), NIDA (writing), and UNSW (hon. performance studies), Brent’s credits include The Rocks Ghost Tours (author & director), The Fabulous Punch and Judy Show (Sydney Mardi Gras), and Sydney Comedy Festival.
Naomi Vaughan A Theatre Nepean graduate, Naomi has been a performer, director and educator for 16 years, working with leading Australian and International organisations including State Theatre of Turkey, Sydney Festival and Vietnamese Contemporary Theatre.
Version 1.0 Based in Sydney, Version 1.0 is one of Australia’s most exciting and relevant theatre companies, with a reputation for creating dynamic, multimedia theatre, which explores topical issues. Artists from Version 1.0 will be dropping in regularly to assist studioqtwenty09 participants with their performance making, particularly working with the q youth company as they build their first production.
WHEN IS studioqtwenty09 ON?
Youth courses for studioqtwenty09 will be on Saturday mornings from 9.30am-12.30pm. Adult courses are on Wednesday evenings from 6pm-9pm.
DATES - YOUTH COURSES (Beginners & Intermediate)
| Term 3 |
August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29; September 5, 12, 19 & 26 |
| Term 4 |
October 24 & 31; November 7, 14, 21, 28; December 5 & 12 |
DATES - ADULT COURSES
| Term 3 | August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29; September 5, 12, 19 & 26 |
| Term 4 | To be advised. |
DATES - q youth company
As per YOUTH COURSES + October 3 - 9.30am until 12.30pm and then October 6 until October 18 (times TBA, please phone for confirmation).
The studioqtwenty09 Performance Showcase will take place at 8pm on Saturday December 5.
I WANT TO BE IN THE ADVANCED CLASS OR THE q youth company BUT I’M FREAKING OUT ABOUT THE AUDITION?!
Don’t worry! The audition is especially designed and led by our tutors to get the best out of you – it starts with a group workshop and then you will perform a monologue up to 2 minutes in length – this can be something you know or have created prior to the audition day. All you need to do at the moment is indicate that you wish to either be in the Youth Advanced group or Q Youth Company on your application form and we will then contact you to arrange an audition time and give you all the details. No need to stress – have a go!
WHAT KINDS OF PEOPLE TAKE THESE COURSES AND WHAT DO THEY THINK?
Our participants come from all walks of life, and include students, tradies, white collar workers, and retirees! There are participants of all ages and abilities – some have never-ever acted in their life, while others are on their way to professional acting careers.
Our participants regularly tell us that they love coming to studioq, because:
- their tutors are real actors and directors, who are eager to help them get what they want out of the course;
- they get to perform in a state-of-the-art theatre in front of a general public audience;
- they gain skills, confidence and experience in a professional theatre environment, and…
- they meet exciting new people, and make great friends.
But perhaps the biggest indicator of their satisfaction is that they love coming back!
Here’s what some of them had to say about the 2008 courses:
It’s been more than 10 years since last I took a class, and I took this one as preparation for an audition that I wanted to go for. I really enjoyed this term, and I got into the school!
Anthony – Adults Course
(our tutor) Brent’s strengths are his experience, attitude, wisdom, imagination, personality, diligence and co-operative way of teaching – Brent’s list of strengths is endless!
Zac – Youth Advanced
I have taken the knowledge from this course to all aspects of my acting. I also liked the time I spent in the Q Theatre.
Emma – Youth Intermediate
(our tutor) Naomi’s experience within the industry and ability to communicate her ideas, both influences and inspires me incredibly.
Rhys – Adults Course
It’s been an enjoyable experience that I will never forget!
Joseph – Youth Intermediate
Our tutor was fantastic!...the bomb!
Suzie – Adults Course
The thing I enjoyed most about the course was the people I met – I’ll remember them as really good friends. studioq went way past my expectations, IT WAS TOTALLY AWESOME!!!
Alec – Youth Intermediate
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HOW MUCH WILL IT COST AND IS THERE ANY WAY TO GET A DISCOUNT??
studioqtwenty09 costs $260 per term - if you join part-way through a term you may be able to receive a proportional discount.
ALL studioqtwenty09 participants also get at least 1 free ticket per term to selected Q Theatre Company performances (that’s at least $100 value over 4 terms!).
Please note an additional cost of $110 for members of the q youth company for the additional 2 weeks of rehearsals and performances in October applies.
WHEN AND HOW DO I PAY?
You need to pay for Term 3 and get your application form in by Wednesday 29 July. You can pay by phone or in person through our Box Office (Credit Cards, Money Orders, EFTPOS, Cash and Cheques accepted).
CAN I TRY BEFORE I BUY?
We do require full payment upfront each term, BUT… should you find after 1 or 2 sessions that studioqtwenty09 is not for you, we will happily organise a partial refund*. (*only available to participants who have never previously been enrolled.)
Wednesday 29 July is the final date we can accept application forms and payment for Term 3.
HOW CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION?
Simply download the forms below or contact us using the details below:
studioqtwenty09 Application Form Term 3
studioqtwenty09 Information Pack Term 3
James Fischer
Producer, Education & Audience Development
Q Theatre / Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre
(02) 4723 7613
jfischer@jspac.com.au
Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre
PO Box 2 Penrith NSW 2751
597 High Street Penrith NSW 2750
P: (02) 4723 7611
F: (02) 4731 3701
W: www.jspac.com.au
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