MUSIC THEATRE

Certificate IV in Music Theatre (91362NSW)

Introduction ACTTs Triple Threat course is for talented singers and dancers who wish to pursue their craft and develop a strong acting technique that prepares them to compete for and be successful when auditioning for roles in a range of music theatre productions and for further training. ACTT has an exceptional reputation for producing versatile and dedicated performers. The nurturing, challenging and supportive environment at ACTT develops graduates who benefit from being taught by some of Australias leading industry practitioners. ACTTs strength as an acting school means that music theatre performers from ACTT are also strong actors - helping set them apart from the chorus!

Learn From the Very Best

The Music Theatre team comprises some of the countrys best teachers and directors including: Course Supervisor is the accomplished and awardwinning Stephen Helper, (writer/director What the World Needs Now, Smokey Joe's Caf -Broadway for 4.5yrs- Fiddler on the Roof Best Revival the Tony Awards; Cafe Rebetika Sydney Opera House) Teacher, Director and

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Actors College of Theatre & Television ABN 28 806 988 948 505 Pitt St. SYDNEY NSW 2000 Phone: +61 2 9213 4500 Email: info@actt.edu.au www.actt.edu.au

MUSIC THEATRE
Certificate IV in Music Theatre (91362NSW)

ACTT Modules
Acting for Music Theatre Singing for Music Theatre

Descriptions
Acting in a music theatre context, from building confidence and creativity, to developing characters, rehearsing and performing scripts

Fee Schedule 2012

Method Deposit Balance Total

Singing technique and sight reading, character, individual and ensemble singing in a range of music theatre performances Dance for Music Builds dance skills and character across the many dance Theatre styles used in music theatre, working with top music theatre choreographers. Voice for Music The foundation for good vocal technique and projection, Theatre this module also includes articulation and emotional connection to text- the important bridge between spoken and sung text specific to Music Theatre. Movement for Music Even when not dancing the body on stage is part of the Theatre performance. This module increases awareness, flexibility and strength through character and physical text. Music Theatre The history of music theatre. Students also understand Industry Studies the development of the industry and contemporary H ow do I t ra nsfe r f rom o ne c ou rse to ano the r? practice.

Upfront

$1,000

$9,800

$11,300

Instalments

$1,000

$3,000 + 8 instalments of $887.50

$11,600

Overseas

$3,000

$11,500

$14,500

Easy Payment Options Available We recognise that not everyone can afford to pay up front and in-full so we have an easy-pay option available to suit the individual needs of our domestic students.

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circumstances. Full details are available in the ACTT student handbook, available from the ACTT office

Full time

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* Dates may be subject to change

How to Apply

www.actt.edu.au/how-to-apply

The application process for this course is by audition. To apply you simply need to download an application form from www.actt.edu.au/how-to-apply complete (making sure to include your non-refundable $55 audition fee payment) post it, drop it in, or scan and email to info@actt.edu.au. We will send you an audition pack which will help you to prepare for the audition. If your audition is successful, you will be offered a place, at which time you will be required to pay a $1,000* non-refundable deposit to hold your place in the course. (*$3,000 for overseas students) To find out more about all the courses at ACTT come to a Free Drop in Class, to meet the tutors and ask any questions you have. Enrol Online at: www.actt.edu.au/course/dropact

ACTT has been in operation since 1992 and is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that satisfies the 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.

Actors College of Theatre & Television ABN 28 806 988 948 505 Pitt St. SYDNEY NSW 2000 Phone: +61 2 9213 4500 Email: info@actt.edu.au www.actt.edu.au