Sharpen your creativity, quick thinking, and teamwork with our Acting short course program all ages in Sydney.
This high-energy program introduces young performers to the exciting world of theatre sports fast-paced improvisation games that test your imagination and performance skills. You’ll learn popular games such as Death in a Minute and Hitchhiker, working in teams to create hilarious and unexpected scenes on the spot.
Over the term, you’ll build confidence, creativity, and communication skills while having fun and making new friends. The course finishes with a lively improv showdown, where teams perform for an audience and show off their new skills.
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- Play a range of theatre sports and improvisation games.
- Think creatively and respond quickly in performance situations.
- Work effectively as part of a performance team.
- Build confidence in speaking and performing in front of others.
What will be covered in this course?
- Drama warm-ups and trust exercises.
- Introduction to popular improv games.
- Storytelling and character creation on the spot.
- Developing quick reactions and adaptability.
- Team-based performance challenges.
- End-of-term improv showdown for family and friends.
You will learn
- Play a variety of theatre sports and improv games.
- Think creatively and respond quickly on stage.
- Work collaboratively in team-based performances.
You will get
- Development of performance confidence and creativity.
- Team-based improvisational experience.
- Opportunity to perform in an end-of-term showcase.
Appropriate for
This course is for students in school years 5–9 who enjoy performing, making people laugh, and working as part of a team. No previous drama experience required.
What to bring
- A positive attitude and willingness to participate!
- Water bottle.
What to wear
Comfortable clothes for movement with covered shoes.
Ellen Bellew
Ellen graduated from the Australian Institute of Music with a bachelor of Music (musical theatre). Ellen has an infectious energy and teaches Inner West Drama kids with passion and dedication. Ellen was the vocal director of our 2025 production of Seussical Jnr and also directed When I Grow Up – our youth cabaret. Ellen leads our Saturday Stage Sports course and teaches across our primary aged classes.
Organized by
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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