Gold CoaST
Theatre Conservatory
Acting and Theatre Classes
Gold Coast Theatre Conservatory currently offers class on Sunday mornings from 10am to 1pm. During each term we teach a wide variety of topics, from acting to history, that we believe gives each student a well-rounded and comprehensive education in theatre. Each session culminates in a performance. Below is a sample curriculum for what the coming term may look like. The timing of various topics may change throughout the term depending on student readiness and other factors.
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We believe that while we are building a well-rounded theatre education, more importantly we are teaching them public speaking skills, confidence, how to make friends, etc - all of which helps with life goals and pursuits far beyond just theatre.
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Each session's play is written for the class with the intention to have all parts semi-equal, all students on stage almost all the time, and as a true ensemble piece. This allows kids who may not be experienced enough to audition, get stage experience. We also only have classes once a weekend, unlike other plays in the area which rehearse 2 week days AND a weekend day, allowing our students who have other extra-curriculars to participate and dip their feet into theatre without having to drop commitments elsewhere.
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Sample Curriculum
Each session begins with a warm up working on movement, voice, diction, breath control and other technical aspects important for an actor.
Week One
Audition/Coldreading
Audition Technique Masterclass
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Week Two
Improv Masterclass
Distribute Script and read through
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Week Three
Character Masterclass
Breakdown characters in script
Week Four
Comedy Masterclass
Block script
Week Five
Theatre History Masterclass
Off Book for scenes blocked last week
Finish blocking
Weeks Six and Seven
Run full play with blocking
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Week Eight
Master Class Stage Combat
Work Specific Scenes
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Weeks Nine - Twelve
off book completely
discuss costumes, props, and set
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Final Week
Tech week Monday - Friday
Saturday and Sunday
Performance for friends and family