“Overall I loved this unit and would do it more than 100 times again!” – Comic Acting student, 2011.
“I also like the freedom we got with our performances and the fact that we were not auditioned but instead created our own characters.” Drama Club student, 2011.
“Excellent mix of skills – but best of all, imparted in a non-competitive, non-stuffy environment.” – Drama Blitz parent, 2011.
“Holding this [semester showcase] at the Powerhouse was an excellent idea. The performances were testimony to the skills learnt, enthusiasm engendered and quality of teaching.” Drama Club parent, 2011.
Investigation of imagination, fostering of creativity and the joy of expression are the core components of Backbone’s approach to teaching drama and performance. These components are partnered with the stage craft of acting and performing, to create not only inspiring work but inspired performers.
This can be captured in one word: PLAY. Play is not just about games but rather, is an attitude of openness and exploration, of self trust and imagination.
Drama Blitz A Wednesday 4pm to 6pm with Ben Cornfoot.
Workshop prices:
$260.00 / term.
$470.00 / semester.
Metro Arts (109 Edward Street, Brisbane City)
2012 Term Dates
Drama Blitz A: Wednesdays 4-6pm
TERM 1: 25 January – 28 March
TERM 2: 11 April – 13 June
TERM 3: 11 July – 12 September
TERM 4: 10 October – 12 December
This workshop is the start of the current Backbone drama program in which team work, imagination and basic story telling are introduced. Through the use of drama games, creative play, physical character work and storytelling students will learn to engage their imagination and sense of expression. This first building block of the Backbone program places a focus on playfulness to inspire students to trust their creative impulses and expressive joy. The end of each semester focuses on the development of a small performance piece for the Semester Showcase.
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Please email lakia@backbone.org.au to leave and EXPRESSION OF INTEREST to join a Drama Blitz class on Saturday mornings from 10am-12pm.
Email the Education and Administration Officer at lakia@backbone.org.au for more information.
Drama Club A Thursdays 4pm-6pm
with
David Burton.
Drama Club B Saturdays 10am-12pm with
Lisa Worthington.
Workshop prices:
$260.00 / term.
$470.00 / semester.
Metro Arts (109 Edward Street, Brisbane City)
2012 Term Dates
Drama Club A: Thursdays 4pm-6pm
TERM 1: 2 February – 29 March
TERM2: 19 April – 21 June
TERM 3: 12 July – 13 September
TERM 4: 11 October – 13 December
Drama Club B: Saturdays 10am-12pm
TERM 1: 28 January – 31 March
TERM 2: 21 April – 23 June
TERM 3: 14 July – 15 September
TERM 4: 13 October – 15 December
This workshop is for 12-14 year olds who are interested in starting to develop the principles of acting along with creative story-telling and builds from our Drama Blitz program. Students are encouraged to hone their improvisation skills as well as understand the use of developing dramatic character building skills to harness their imagination and expression. The end of each semester focuses on the development of a small performance piece for the end of semester Showcase.
Click here to Enrol/Re-Enrol for 2012.
Email the Education and Administration Officer at lakia@backbone.org.au for more information or to leave an expression of interest.
Saturdays 10am-12pm with Clint Bolster.
Workshop prices:
$260.00 / term.
$470.00 / semester.
Metro Arts (109 Edward St, Brisbane City)
2012 Term Dates
Comic Acting: Saturdays 10am-12pm
TERM1: 28 January- 31 March
TERM2: 21 April – 23 June
TERM 3: 14 July – 15 September
TERM 4: 13 October – 15 December
Comic Acting is for young artists who are interested in creating contemporary and innovative performance pieces. These workshops build on the performance skills students may have already learned at school or in previous Backbone workshops, and applies these skills in a clowning and comedy performance style workshop. This workshop series has been developed to allow young people to engage with the art of clowning and performance styles which are currently at the forefront of the performing arts internationally.
Click here to Enrol/Re-Enrol for 2012.
Email the Education and Administration Officer at lakia@backbone.org.au for more information or to leave an expression of interest.
Metro Arts (109 Edward St, Brisbane City)
This workshop focuses on notions of identity and gives students an exciting opportunity to develop devising skills and personal story to create memorable performances and strong acting skills. Over the course of the semester students will be encouraged to explore themes relevant to them and their world and apply performance craft to express themselves with confidence and authenticity. Skills will include movement/vocal work, scene work, acting skills and creating as a dynamic team.
Email the Education and Administration Officer at lakia@backbone.org.au for more information or to leave an expression of interest.
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