Learn to perform with Acting Classes for Beginners part of our Acting short course program in Sydney.
Act II builds on the skills developed in Act I and moves towards the art of delivering a compelling solo performance. Over 10 weeks, you’ll refine your voice, movement, technique, stagecraft, and script analysis skills while learning to hold an audience’s attention on your own.
Through guided exercises and rehearsals, you’ll explore how to inhabit a character fully, find emotional truth in your performance, and connect powerfully with your audience. You’ll work closely with your chosen script, bringing your monologue to life through imagination, intention, and precision.
In week 10, you’ll share your monologue in a final performance for family, friends, and fellow students an inspiring celebration of your growth and individuality as a performer.
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Select, rehearse, and perform a monologue with confidence.
- Use voice and movement effectively in solo performance.
- Apply stagecraft and script analysis techniques.
- Connect emotionally and authentically with an audience.
- Sustain focus and presence throughout a performance.
What will be covered in this course?
- Advanced warm-ups for voice and movement.
- Vocal projection, clarity, and expression.
- Character creation and emotional connection.
- Detailed script and monologue analysis.
- Stagecraft for solo performance.
- Rehearsal techniques for monologues.
- Final performance in week 10 for family and friends.
You will learn
- Select, rehearse, and perform a monologue with confidence.
- Use voice and movement effectively in solo performance.
- Connect emotionally and authentically with an audience.
You will get
- Guided instruction in solo performance techniques.
- Opportunity to perform a monologue before an audience.
- Feedback and support to enhance acting skills.
Appropriate for
This course is for students who have completed Act I or have equivalent experience, and who want to expand their acting skills with a focus on solo performance.
What to bring
- Bring a water bottle.
- Notebook for notes and reflections.
What to wear
Wear casual clothes with covered shoes.
Kate Bookallil
Kate is a co-founder of Inner West Drama. Kate graduated in a Bachelor of Performing Arts from the University of Western Sydney and has had a career in theatre and television for over two decades. Kate is passionate about teaching because she loves connecting with people through storytelling and sharing her love of performance and play. IWD is a place of creativity, compassion and fun!Kate teaches across all age groups.
Organized by
Sydney Community College
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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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