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Actors College of Theatre & TelevisionABN 28 806 988 948

505 Pitt St. SYDNEY NSW 2000Phone: +61 2 9213 4500Email: info@actt.edu.au

www.actt.edu.au

THE PROFESSIONALACTOR PROGRAM

A d v a n c e d D i p l o m a o f A r t s i n S t a g e a n d S c r e e n A c t i n g ( 9 1 3 8 0 N S W ) A C T T A l u m n i P r o f i l e

Firass Diranigraduated with an Advanced Diploma fromACTTs Professional Actor Program in 2004. In 2011 hewon two prestigious Logie awards: The Graham KennedyAward for Outstanding New Talent and the Most PopularNew Talent, for his starring role as John Ibrahim inUnderbelly: The Golden Mile. Firass has recentlycompleted filming The Killer Elite alongside Robert DeNiro, Clive Owen and Jason Stratham.

I NTROD U CT ION

ACTTs PROFESSIONAL ACTOR PROGRAM is a unique three year vocational

Advanced Diploma course, incorporating Australias most advanced studio-

based Acting Training System designed to hone the skills of talented

students who wish to pursue a career as professional actors in film,

television and theatre. The ACTT approach to actor training is uniquely

adaptable to the individual actors needs and performance circumstances.

Developed and refined over many years, both the course content and the

mix of classes and productions are tailored so that students achieve

superior, impacting performances in theatre or film and television.

COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1: Instrument Preparation:The Actor Begins to Prepare

Studio-based training centred on the Eric Morris complete system of acting

training and Meyerhold movement technique forms the fundamental

concept of The ACTT System of actor training. It involves deep

preparation of the mind, body and voice. Through this in-depth training,

students develop the capacity to reach a state of free and open awareness

necessary to deliver truly breathtaking performances. It requires

knowledge of the vocal and physical apparatus, as well as the skills to

identify and release tensions that impede affectability and responsiveness.

Instrument preparation is a complex skill that requires a great deal of

technical learning and practice. When an actors instrument is prepared, it

provides emotional access and presence to connect themselves to all kindsof texts and character choices.

YEAR 2: Performance Preparation:The Actors Craft

The Actors Craft comprises the techniques used to identify the

requirements of a specific script, text or production in rehearsal. Craft

synthesises the skills and knowledge an actor requires when developing a

systematic approach to a text. The ACTT craft process provides an

approach that is versatile, comprehensive and reliable to create

repeatable, impacting and authentic performances, regardless of the

performance context and whether on-screen or the stage. (Diploma of

How to Apply

The application process for this course includes an

audition, to establish that the course and you are a

good match. To apply download an application form

from actt.edu.au/how-to-apply, complete it, attach

a photograph and post it, drop it in, or scan and

email to info@actt.edu.au. A $55 audition fee

applies. We will send you an audition pack which will

help you to prepare for the audition which includes

some tips, a selection of suitable audition

monologues to prepare and you will be assigned a

time and date. If your audition is successful, you will

be offered a place, at which time you will berequired to pay a $1,500* non-refundable first

deposit to hold your place in the course. (*$3,000 for

overseas students). See overleaf for full payment

details

In format ion Sess ions

To find out more about all the courses at ACTT

call 02 9213 4500 or come to a Free Drop in

Class, to meet the tutors and ask any questions

you have. Enrol online:

actt.edu.au/course/dro act

Course

Dates

February 2012 December 2014

Yrs 1 & 2 Full-time hours are 4 days a week: 9am to 4-5pm

Yr 3 When working on productions hours will often exceed Yrs 1 & 2.

Yr 4 Hours and prices set by University of New EnglandDates may be subject to change

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Actors College of Theatre & TelevisionABN 28 806 988 948

505 Pitt St. SYDNEY NSW 2000Phone: +61 2 9213 4500Email: info@actt.edu.au

www.actt.edu.au

F ee Sc hedu le : 1 s t Year 2012*

M e t h o d D e p o s i t B a l a n c e T o t a l

U p f r o n t $ 1 , 5 0 0 $ 1 0 , 7 0 0 $ 1 2 , 2 0 0

I n s t a l m e n t s $ 1 , 5 0 0 $ 3 , 5 0 0 + 8

i n s t a l m e n t s

o f $ 9 3 7 . 5 0

$ 1 2 , 5 0 0

O v e r s e a s $ 3 , 0 0 0 $ 1 1 , 5 0 0 $ 1 4 , 5 0 0

Cos t fo r 2 n d & 3 r d Year Prices listed above are for 1st Year - 2012 intake.

For subsequent years, prices are subject to a slight

increase. * prices correct at time of printing

F i nanc i a l As s i s tanceAll full time courses are approved by Centrelink for

Austudy/ Abstudy or Youth Allowance.

Wi thdrawa l and Re fund Po l i cy The ACTT withdrawal/refund policy is based on

mutual commitment for the duration of your course.

Deposits paid to secure a place are non-refundable

and include a $500 admin fee. Once a course

commences, refunds are only available in

exceptional circumstances. Full details are available

in the ACTT student handbook, available from the

ACTT office.

Qua l i ty As s urance

ACTT has been in operation since 1992 and is a

Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that satisfiesthe national standards of the Australian Quality

Training Framework (AQTF). All full time courses

are listed on CRICOS also making them available to

overseas students. The courses are accredited by

ASQA, and the technical qualifications are drawn

from the National Entertainment Training Package.

ACTT is a member of the Australian Council for

Private Education and Training (ACPET), the peak

industry association for independent providers of

education and training for Australian and

International students.

YEAR 3: Professional Practice:Professionalism.

In the third and final year at ACTT students expand and fine tune their

acting range and technique in five major performances. Through a

rigorous program of rehearsal and performance, students develop the

skills and techniques they need to lay the ground work for a sustainable

performance practice projects in readiness to enter the industry. As well

as the major performances, students create a showreel and participate in

a range of master classes taught by some of the industrys finest guest

directors, actors, casting agents and coaches

Performance Projects: There are two major stage productions and two

screen projects during this year.

Stage: Two stage productions for the general public and industry are

mounted in a Sydney theatre as well as a Showcase for the Industry.

Screen: Working with professional directors and film crews on location,

students begin to extend their professional connections and present their

work to the industry. Two film shoots are undertaken and an in-depth

analysis of work with a film editor means that ACTT graduates are fully

prepared as they begin their career. (Advanced Diploma of Arts in Stage &

Screen Acting)

4th Year: At University of New England: (OPTIONAL: Bachelor of ArtsDegree in Stage & Screen Acting)

Graduates of the ACTT Advanced Diploma gain guaranteed articulation

into the ACTTs BA Stage and Screen Acting through the University of New

England (UNE). UNE provides two years credit so that you can attain a

University Degree in only 1 year after completing the ACTT course. This

degree can be taken either on-campus or via correspondence and there

are a wide range of units to choose a specialisation.

Study Load

While at ACTT, students attend classes four days a week full-time for an

average of 26 hours per week of scheduled classes. Additionally, students

are also expected to undertake their own preparation, and individual andensemble rehearsal work outside of class time. Students have the

opportunity to use the college resources for practice, extracurricular

workshops and rehearsals.

THE PROFESSIONALACTOR PROGRAM

A d v a n c e d D i p l o m a o f A r t s i n S t a g e a n d S c r e e n A c t i n g ( 9 1 3 8 0 N S W )