Acting & Drama: Act II (Marrickville)

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.

Learning outcomes

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.

Course content

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.

Intended audience

Who is this course 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.

Course venue

Marrickville Campus

Course materials

What to bring to class

• Wear casual clothes with covered shoes
• Bring a water bottle

Additional information