diploma in stage and screen arts

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Diploma in Stage anD Screen artSInterested in performing in theatre, television or film, this programme will help students gain the skills required, including acting and movement

This intense, high energy programme introduces and develops skills, knowledge and attitude to a professional standard. It requires dedication and commitment.

Through industry secondment opportunities and self-generated performance projects, students make a transition into working in the stage and screen profession.

Programme informationThe following areas are covered:

> Performance

> Stagecraft

> Self-management

> Teaching practice

> Acting

> Improvisation

> Text

> Theatre history/styles

> Vocal techniques

> Singing

> Self-generated work

> Audition technique

> Acting for screen

> Fitness

> Physical theatre

> Stage combat

> Dance and mime

further study oPtionsGraduates can apply to enrol in further professional training in related fields or can apply to enrol in the Whitireia Bachelor of Applied Arts (Performing Arts) programme at year 3.

ADDITIONAL INfOrmATION

Enrol now!diPLoma in stage and screen arts

career oPPortunitiesGraduates will have the skills to go on to professional performance in theatres in New Zealand and overseas. Work in television and film provides a career opportunity for graduates also.

QuaLificationGraduates gain the Diploma in Stage and Screen Arts

LocationWhitireia Performance Centre, 25 Vivian Street, Wellington City

start dateFebruary

durationTwo years, full-time

LeveL 6

feesFees for next year will be available on the Whitireia website from August.

entry reQuirementsDomestic: NCEA Level 2 or equivalent or evidence of skills/ability/aptitude based on interview and audition

International: entry IELTS 6.0 (no band lower than 5.5)

August 2014