2025 SHORT COURSES
MAKE A SHORT FILMWRITE, SHOOT and EDIT your very own short film in just five days! |
ENROLMENT INFORMATION1 WEEK SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Year 10, 11 & 12 Students – AGES 14-18 Monday to Friday – 10am to 5pm (1 hour lunch break) – 5 consecutive days COST$800 incl. GST (plus booking fee) – to be paid in full on enrolment into the course. |
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INTAKESJULY 2025 – SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Monday 7th July – Friday 11th July CLICK HERE TO ENROLJANUARY 2026 – SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Monday 12th January – Friday 16th January CLICK HERE TO ENROL |
DESCRIPTION
Calling all young filmmakers! Do you have a great idea for a short film? Come along to Sydney Film School and turn that idea into a reality in just five days!
In this course you will learn how to develop a screenplay, plan a film, then shoot it yourself with real cameras and equipment. Then cut your movie together with professional editing software! At the end of the week it’s time to grab the popcorn as you watch your film on the big screen in our Screening Room!
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For students who are passionate about film, television and online media
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Young filmmakers who want to get involved in a variety of roles on set
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Suitable for complete beginners, no previous experience is required
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Refer to the SAS and SFS Cancellation and Transfer Policy. Please wear closed in shoes. Please bring a pen, notebook or electronic device and a bottle of water to all classes. Students will be required to bring a USB or hard drive to store their work. Students are encouraged to bring their own lunch each day.
ACT IN AND DIRECT A SHORT FILMMake a short film, featuring you, in three days! |
ENROLMENT INFORMATION3 DAY SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Ages 8-13 Intake 1: Monday to Wednesday – 10am to 3pm – 3 consecutive days Intake 2: Wednesday to Friday – 10am-3pm – 3 consecutive days COST$300 incl. GST (plus booking fee) – to be paid in full on enrolment into the course. |
INTAKESJULY 2025 – SCHOOL HOLIDAYS – INTAKE 1 Monday 7th July – Wednesday 9th July JULY 2025 – SCHOOL HOLIDAYS – INTAKE 2 Wednesday 9th July – Friday 11th July JANUARY 2026 – SCHOOL HOLIDAYS – INTAKE 1 Monday 12th January – Wednesday 14th January JANUARY 2026 – SCHOOL HOLIDAYS – INTAKE 2 Wednesday 14th January – Friday 16th January CLICK HERE TO ENROL |
DESCRIPTION
Is your child a natural born performer? Do they love all things acting and film? Three days at Sydney Actors School and they can create and act in their very own short film!
In this program, we will be making a 2 minute short film – written by and starring your kids! Filled with games and activities to boost their confidence and performance skills, this program will allow them to explore the basics of acting and filmmaking. And have a lot of fun doing it!
Then, at the end of the week, we invite you to come along to SAS for the premiere of their movie! Popcorn provided, of course. See your kid shine on the big screen in our Screening Room!
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For kids who are passionate about performing
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Love movies!
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No previous experience necessary!
For students who are passionate about acting for film, theatre and television. Suitable for complete beginners, no previous experience is required.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Refer to the SAS and SFS Cancellation and Transfer Policy. Please wear comfortable clothing you can move in for all drama and performance related courses. Clothing that restricts movement is inappropriate. Please wear closed in shoes. Please bring a pen, notebook or electric device and a bottle of water to all classes. Students are encouraged to bring their own lunch each day.
2-DAY SPECIALIST COURSES
Weekend intensive courses focusing on specialised areas of stage & screen acting.
![]() VOICEOVER & CHARACTER NARRATION |
ENROLMENT INFORMATION2 DAY WEEKEND INTENSIVE Ages 16+ Saturday & Sunday – 10am to 5pm (1 hour lunch break) COST$395 incl. GST (plus booking fee) – to be paid in full on enrolment into the course. |
INTAKESSaturday May 3rd – Sunday May 4th Saturday June 14th – Sunday June 15th Saturday August 2nd – Sunday August 3rd Saturday October 11th – Sunday October 12th Saturday November 1st – Sunday November 2nd CLICK HERE TO ENROL |
DESCRIPTION
If you’re interested in voice acting, character narration, voiceover work – you’re in the right place! Learn from our incredible voice tutors about all things voiceover, developing the skills and techniques necessary for a voice actor. Explore genres and mediums in our audio suite, and even prepare for a voice acting audition!
For students who are passionate about voice acting for film, television, commercial and narration work. Suitable for complete beginners, no previous experience is required.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Refer to the SAS and SFS Cancellation and Transfer Policy. Please bring a pen, notebook or electric device and a bottle of water to all classes. Students are encouraged to bring their own lunch each day.
AUDITIONING FOR SCREEN |
ENROLMENT INFORMATION2 DAY WEEKEND INTENSIVE Ages 16+ Saturday & Sunday – 10am to 5pm (1 hour lunch break) COST$395 incl. GST (plus booking fee) – to be paid in full on enrolment into the course. |
INTAKESSaturday May 3rd – Sunday May 4th Saturday June 14th – Sunday June 15th Saturday August 2nd – Sunday August 3rd Saturday October 11th – Sunday October 12th Saturday November 1st – Sunday November 2nd CLICK HERE TO ENROL |
DESCRIPTION
Nail your self tape and book the job! Over this 2-day workshop with one of our expert tutors you will develop your self-taping techniques, learn some audition tips and tricks, and grow your audition confidence!
For students who are passionate about acting for film and television. Suitable for complete beginners, no previous experience is required.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Refer to the SAS and SFS Cancellation and Transfer Policy. Please bring a pen, notebook or electric device and a bottle of water to all classes. Students are encouraged to bring their own lunch each day.
AUDITIONING FOR MUSICAL THEATRE |
ENROLMENT INFORMATION2 DAY WEEKEND INTENSIVE Ages 16+ Saturday & Sunday – 10am to 5pm (1 hour lunch break) COST$395 incl. GST (plus booking fee) – to be paid in full on enrolment into the course. |
INTAKESSaturday May 3rd – Sunday May 4th Saturday June 14th – Sunday June 15th Saturday August 2nd – Sunday August 3rd Saturday October 11th – Sunday October 12th Saturday November 1st – Sunday November 2nd CLICK HERE TO ENROL |
DESCRIPTION
Spend 2 days working with our Musical Theatre tutors on preparing for Musical Theatre auditions! Learn what to expect from a singing and dance call, and how to best showcase your acting chops, so you can head into your Musical Theatre auditions with confidence!
For students who are passionate about Musical Theatre. Suitable for complete beginners, no previous experience is required.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Refer to the SAS and SFS Cancellation and Transfer Policy. Please bring a pen, notebook or electric device and a bottle of water to all classes. Students are encouraged to bring their own lunch each day.
INTERNATIONAL SHORT COURSES
Sydney Actors School offers the above short courses and also personally designed short courses to an international audience.
Please inquire by completely the below form and one of our friendly staff members will be in contact with you directly.
SAS & SFS FREE ONLINE MASTERCLASSES
Date And Time
Fri, 22 May 2020
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm AEST with a Q&A session from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Description: “Directing Actors!” Using safe, effective techniques to get the best performance from an actor. Sydney Film School & Sydney Actors School would like to invite you to our free masterclass with Pip Edwards.
Date And Time
Thu, 30 April 2020
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm AEST with a Q&A session from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Description: “Don’t Write It, Build It!” Using five simple tools to generate a complete story in less than an hour. Sydney Film School & Sydney Actors School would like to invite you to our free masterclass with CJ Johnson.