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BOX SEAT | February 2009 |
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Dear <~~First~~>,
Happy 50th Birthday NIDA!
This month marks the official launch of NIDA’s 50th birthday celebrations. It’s an opportunity to acknowledge the past achievements of this iconic institution and all those who have been nurtured within these walls over the past half century. It’s also an opportunity to signpost the NIDA of the future and I look forward to sharing our aspirations and new initiatives with our supporters as we move through 2009.
On 21 February 2009, NIDA will host its 50th Birthday Party and Graduate Reunion which promises to be a spectacular event. Current NIDA design students have worked to prepare a showcase of “decade rooms” across the whole of the NIDA campus. It will be a memorable occasion for NIDA alumni and special guests who will have an opportunity to catch up with old friends and reunite with staff and tutors from the past and present. I look forward to sharing some of these memories with you in the next edition of Box Seat.
One of the new initiatives we are launching this year is an Artist-in-Residence program. Each year, we intend to invite leading arts practitioners to work across the school, bringing skills which may be new to the NIDA program. Peter King joins us from Melbourne as the inaugural Artist-in-Residence. He is leading NIDA’s design and production students in a multi media project in collaboration with the University of New South Wales. The project will culminate in a production entitled Tektonic and at this stage we are planning a four site multi media experience spread across both campuses.
I have now been in post 10 months as Director/CEO and am beginning to see how we might tackle the many challenges of performing arts training going forward. I believe that NIDA is vital to the creative life of Australia and must continue to discover and nurture the future leaders of the arts and entertainment industry. If you would like to share your thoughts on the role NIDA should play within the cultural infrastructure of Australia, please email me at director@nida.edu.au.
2009 will be an exciting year, filled with projects which take creative risks and broaden the experiences of all associated with NIDA. I look forward to both celebrating the past and sharing NIDA’s future with you.
Lynne Williams.
Director/CEO
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NIDA PLAY PRODUCTIONS
A SEASON OF COMEDIES /
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST | |
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AT PARADE THEATRES
MUSICAL OF MUSICALS THE
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NIDA OPEN PROGRAM
A DAY IN DECEMBER | |
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THE IMPORTANCE OF
BEING EARNEST
by Oscar Wilde | directed by Kevin Jackson.
The World's Most Perfect Comedy. This is a trivial comedy for serious people.
Take a delicious dip into the verbal acrobatics of Oscar Wilde. This story is still as valid today as it was in 1895. It twists and turns in that typically period way heightened by the presentation of each actor like a jewel in a box by director Kevin Jackson.
Every person should see The Importance of Being Earnest several times in their lifetime.
Win a double pass by answering the following question:
"Who do Jack and Algy pretend to be?"
31 March - 4 April 2009,
Parade Theatre
Please email your answer and postal address to marketing@nida.edu.au with ‘Earnest’ in the Subject line. | |
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For the first time in Australia, Musical of musicals (The Musical).
It is a fabulous five-part cabaret-style musical, which honours and spoofs five writers and writing teams that have shaped the modern musical: Rodgers & Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, Jerry Herman, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Kander & Ebb.
It stars the all singing, all dancing and all acting: Avigail Herman, Shaun Rennie, Elise McCann, Warwick Allsop & Nigel Ubrihien.
“Real wit, real charm…You get the picture, it’s great fun!” Margo Jefferson, The New York Times. 8 performances only hurry as tickets are selling fast.
Book now at the link below.
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On 2 December, 1999, at Glenbrook, a commuter train crashed into the back of the almost stationary Indian Pacific. Seven and a half metres of train was reduced to fifty centimetres on impact. This new Australian verbatim play presented by NIDA Open Program as part of NIDA’s 50th celebrations uses the real words of the people involved to explore the explosive emotions surrounding the Glenbrook rail disaster. Written by Linden Wilkinson, directed by Jennifer Hagan and performed by NIDA Open Program students.
For your chance to win a double pass to A Day in December, answer the following question: What is Verbatim Theatre?
Email the correct response to marketing@nida.edu.au with 'December' in the subject line. | |
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NIDA PLAY PRODUCTIONS
A SEASON OF COMEDIES / POPULAR MECHANICALS &
MOLIÈRE
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NIDA OPEN PROGRAM
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CORPORATE PERFORMANCE
MARCH SEMINARS | |
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THE POPULAR MECHANICALS
by Keith Robinson,Tony Taylor directed by Darren Gilshenan
It's like Elizabethan Idol for tradesmen in tights.
This is an Australian classic full of larrikin style humour. Where else can you see a bunch of medieval tradesmen try to be Shakespearian actors? This is an actor’s worst nightmare but an audience’s voyeuristic dream as we identify and laugh Idol style, as ordinary people, with their fear and desperation.
31 March - 4 April 2009 | Parade Playhouse
A JOURNEY THROUGH THE WORLD OF MOLIÈRE
Devised and directed by French director Jean-Luc Prevost.
A fabulous interactive promenade through the world of Molière’s theatre with lots of surprises along the way. Wear comfortable shoes as you won’t be sitting still!
27 March - 4 April 2009 | The journey begins in the NIDA foyer.
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Leap into 2009 with an exciting new creative experience.
NIDA has an inspiring selection of short courses for adults
(16 yrs+) starting in February and April - courses run on weekends or evenings using NIDA tutors who are experienced industry professionals and NIDA graduates.
Courses coming up include: Directing Intensive
Acting Intensive
Set Design
NIDA Acting Techniques
Sound Design
Improvisation and Spontaneity Dance & Character
Video Editing
Voice
Corset Making and
Auditions and Screen Tests.
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'She Means Business' is an informative and enriching session that focuses on critical management and communication issues for women. Under the skilful direction of Australian actor and corporate trainer, Debra Lawrance, participants will explore compelling views on what it takes to command attention and create a meaningful and powerful impression. This two hour seminar will next be held in Sydney on Tuesday 17 March from 9.30am.
The Corporate Performance (link) course returns to Melbourne on 24 and 25 March, so whether it's an upcoming conference, a sales pitch or a presentation, this is the perfect course for those who have to 'stand and deliver'.
For more information and to make bookings visit Corporate Training or call 9697 7560.
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SYDNEY SYMPHONY | EXCLUSIVE OFFER FOR DRAMA STUDENTS
Come join us with this unique marriage of music and Shakespeare, with a company of actors directed by Tim Carroll. Friday 27 February | 8pm only 100 tickets at $25 (B & C Reserve only). Monday 2 March | 7pm only 100 tickets at $25 (B & C Reserve only). That's a saving of $45 on B Reserve and $29 on C Reserve! Ring the Box Office on 02 8215 4600 and quote "1770" Booking fee may apply. Offer closes 20 February |
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LAST CHANCE HARVEY | WIN A DOUBLE PASS
The Academy Award winners Dustin Hoffman and Emma Thompson reunite in Last Chance Harvey, a hopeful romance that celebrates new beginnings—at any age. Nominated for 2 Golden Globes, it will release in cinemas on February 26.
To win one of five double passes courtesy of Icon Films, answer the following question: “Who is the most interesting stranger you’ve met, and why?”
Please email your answer & postal address to marketing@nida.edu.au with ‘Harvey’ in the Subject line. |
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LADY WINDERMERE'S FAN | DOUBLE PASS GIVEAWAY
Darlinghurst Theatre Company and Luncheon on the Grass present
Lady Windermere’s Fan by Oscar Wilde “I can resist everything except temptation.”
A rarely seen masterpiece by one of the world’s greatest writers.
Win one of 3 double passes to the performance on Thursday 12 March at 8pm.
Plays: 12 March - 11 April
Adult $37, Concession $32
BOOK NOW www.darlinghursttheatre.com or 02 8356 9987
Darlinghurst Theatre Company, 19 Greenknowe Avenue, Potts Point. |
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DIVINE PERFORMING ARTS | DOUBLE PASS COMPETITION
It’s traditional Chinese culture as it was meant to be – a brilliant blend of beauty, energy and grace. Dozens of dancers in dazzling costumes move in seamless, flowing patterns. Thunderous drums shake the stage, while spectacular backdrops take you to another world.
Win a double pass by answering this question.
What other capital city in Australia is Divine Performing Arts playing on its world tour? Book now |
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I SHALL BE REMEMBERED | DOUBLE PASS GIVEAWAY
After Marie-Antoinette, Madame de Pompadour is one of the best known women in French history. In this one woman play, Pompadour relives her life through a dangerous climb from mundane obscurity to Absolute Power as Mistress of Louis XV - her glittering life still has much to reveal…
Elaine Montgomerie stars in this Australian premiere. To win a double pass to I Shall be remembered, 27 April – 3 May answer the following question:Who was Madame Pompadour’s love interest? Email marketing@nida.edu.au
Book now |
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