News
NIDA appoints Liz Hughes as the new CEO
16 October 2019 Ms Liz Hughes will step into the role of chief executive officer effective December 2019.
Hollywood Reporter ranks NIDA in world's top 10 drama schools
31 May 2018 NIDA has been ranked in the top 10 of The Hollywood Reporter’s world’s best drama schools. The Reporter’s international ranking of acting schools places NIDA in the top echelons, along with London’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and New York’s Juilliard School.
NIDA student, performer and producer Jax Cornforth awarded fellowship
12 March 2020 ‘This Fellowship is more than just a ‘leg-up’ or ‘scholarship’ or ‘short-term assistance program’. It’s a mark of respect, of belief and encouragement...’
NIDA students take theatrical splendour to Mardi Gras
2 March 2020 For the second year running, NIDA students created a colourful parade, choregraphed marching moves and danced their way through this year’s Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.
Summer at NIDA– ‘I found my confidence, motivation and drive again’
14 January 2020 Participants in the National Institute of Dramatic Art’s program of short courses (NIDA Open) held around Australia have afterward reported increased confidence across many areas of their lives– both on stage and off.
NIDA design students and alumni sweep up APDG Awards
4 December 2019 NIDA design students and alumni were amongst the glittering array of 2019 APDG Award winners.
Celebrating NIDA's Diamond Anniversary: New student fund to remove financial barriers
5 December 2019 NIDA's Diamond Anniversary Dinner was dedicated to the founding of a new Student Fund.
