Part-Time Brochure

THE NATIONALTHEATRE SCHOOL

OF IRELAND

PART TIME COURSES2008-2009CONFIDENCEAND CREATIVITYA wide range of part-time courses foreveryone, nationwide!

www.gaietyschool.com

WELCOME NOTE

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DIRECTOR

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ABOUT USThe Gaiety School of Acting - The NationalTheatre School of Ireland was founded in 1986by internationally-renowned Theatre DirectorJoe Dowling in response to the lack of full timeactor training in Ireland at the time. The school isnow widely regarded as the country’s premiertraining facility for actors. The policy of theGaiety School of Acting - The National TheatreSchool of Ireland is to train actors for thetheatre, film and television industries. The schoolprovides an extensive programme of part-timecourses for adults, children and young peoplethroughout the country that encourage anindividual to grow in confidence and developtechniques which will enable them to respond tothe challenges of theatre, film and televisionwhile also being pro-active in the developmentof new work. The GSA also runs a widelyacclaimed full time actor training programme,which has been accredited through Dublin CityUniversity as a three year degree programme,and is currently awaiting funding through theHigher Education Authority.

WHY CHOOSE THE GAIETYSCHOOL OF ACTING - THENATIONAL THEATRE SCHOOLOF IRELAND?• Develop confidence and creativity

• Expansive range of quality coursescatering for all ages

• 23 year track record of excellence

• Highly skilled and professional tutors;all of whom have received ChildProtection Training to ensure thatbest practice in Child Protection isadhered to

• Clear route of student progression

• Great studio spaces in excellentlocations

• Responding to a clear need forquality actor training programmes

• Competitively priced (many coursespriced 15% lower than last year)

• Leaders in the delivery of actortraining

• Strong links throughout the televisionand film industry

• Established provider of drama-in-education in schools

• Excellent reputation

• High profile patrons

• Successful past students

MEMO TO PARENTSCHILD PROTECTION STATEMENTThe care and safety of your children whenthey are at the Gaiety School of Acting -The National Theatre School of Ireland isour primary concern. To this end all our staffreceive compulsory training in the principlesof best practice in child protection, as laiddown in the Children First Guidelines,published in 1999. It is our duty to ensure thatthe environment of the Gaiety School ofActing - The National Theatre School ofIreland is conducive to our mission to offerdrama classes that encourage thedevelopment of both confidence andcreativity in young people.

EDUCATE PROGRAMME: GAIETY SCHOOL AT YOUR SCHOOLOR WORKPLACEThe Gaiety School of Acting - The NationalTheatre School of Ireland works with over 35schools nationwide annually to provide tailor-made drama programmes to meet the specificneeds of each Primary and Secondary Schoolinvolved. We also offer tailor madeprogrammes for corporate clients in areassuch as public speaking, team building andmore. If you are a teacher, parent oremployer/employee and are interested infinding out about our workshops, check outour website www.gaietyschool.com/outreachor email [email protected] for furtherinformation.

SOUND OFFAs always, we endeavour to please and yourfeedback is very important to us. If you wouldlike to see a course added to our existingprogramme or you’d like to let us know yourthoughts about the Gaiety School of Acting- The National Theatre School of Ireland,please do so by logging ontowww.gaietyschool.com/about_us/contact/and filling out the form or calling 01 6799277.

GAIETY SCHOOL WEBSITEwww.gaietyschool.com is crammedwith information about our workshops andcourses around the country. Our news andevents section will keep you updated with allthat’s happening at the GSA. You can avail ofthe various special offers leading up to a newterm, suggest a new course or location, signup to our quarterly e-newsletter and lotsmore.

Think we can improve it even more? If so, let usknow by emailing [email protected]

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• 10% Family Discount on Young Gaietyand Youth Theatre classes

• Adult Package Deals (see page 32 for afull list of available packages on adultcourses)

• Young Gaiety & Youth Theatre yearlybooking discount.

• Tag On (15% off any follow-on adultcourse)

• PROJECT ARTS CENTRE (Temple Bar)Íontas Castleblayney, Wexford ArtsCentre: Concession rates for ALL GaietySchool students

Terms and conditions apply. See website for further detailswww.gaietyschool.com

THREE SIMPLEWAYS TO ENROL ATTHE GAIETY SCHOOL:POST – Fill in the detachable booking format the back of this brochure and mail to: TheGaiety School of Acting, Sycamore Street,Temple Bar, Dublin 2.

PHONE the office to reserve your place –01 6799277 or LoCall: 1890 258 358

IN PERSON – Places can be booked inperson from the reception at The GaietySchool of Acting, Sycamore Street, TempleBar, Dublin 2.(Mon to Fri 9am-9pm; Sat 10am-5pm).

EARLY BOOKING ESSENTIAL! ALL PLACES MUST BE BOOKED AT LEAST 10 WORKINGDAYS PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT DATE.

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SPECIAL OFFERS

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COURSESFOR CHILDREN&YOUNG PEOPLE

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PARENT ANDTODDLER DRAMACLASSES (18 months – 3 years)

Coping with the strains of work and life cantake its toll on the best of parents, so takingtime out to spend with our children isimportant for the well-being of both parentand baby. The Gaiety School of Acting - TheNational Theatre School of Ireland hasdeveloped this unique Saturday morningcourse which will enable parents and childrento learn a new skill in a fun and interactiveenvironment. This one hour drama-basedprogramme will help develop coordination,confidence and creativity.

TEMPLE BARGaiety School of ActingTerm 1 Sat 4th Oct – Sat 13th Dec

(No class Sat 25th Oct – Half term)Term 2 Sat 17th Jan – Sat 21st MarchTerm 3 Sat 18th April – Sat 20th June

(Open Bank Holiday weekends)10am – 11am€120Yearly Booking Fee €324 (Save €36!)

EARLY BOOKING ESSENTIAL! ALL PLACES MUST BE BOOKED ATLEAST 10 WORKING DAYS PRIORTO COMMENCEMENT DATE.

NEW!YEARLY BOOKING FEE– SAVE UP TO €60 BY BOOKING INADVANCE FOR TERMS 1, 2 AND 3.

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PERFORMANCE WORKSHOPLearn the craft of acting. Students who havecompleted at least one term in the DramaWorkshop, or who have had previous dramaexperience can join the PerformanceWorkshop, where specific performance skillssuch as voice, movement, characterisation,improvisation, ensemble and devising will bedeveloped. Each term, a new performanceskill will be introduced such as dance, singing,mime or puppetry, which will be demonstratedin an end of term showcase. This course isideal for those students who are serious aboutacting and wish to begin developing solidskills.

THE YOUNG PERFORMERSCOMPANY(TEMPLE BAR ONLY)Advanced students are invited to join theYoung Performers Company, where they willwork with a group of highly motivated youngactors, preparing devised andclassical/contemporary scripts forperformance, under the guidance of anexperienced tutor/director. Students will alsoget a chance to explore complementaryelements of theatre such as writing, directingand stage managing. Each term culminates ina scripted performance. This course is suitedto students who are experienced in drama andwho wish to apply the skills they havedeveloped through focused performancework. Entrance is by audition only.*

PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE IS ONLY AVAILABLE INTEMPLE BAR, FOR 11-13 YEAR OLDS AND 14-15 YEAROLDS.*Auditions for Young Performers Company:Sat 27th Sept 2008, Sat 10th Jan 2009, Sat 4th April 2009.

YOUNG GAIETYSATURDAY SCHOOL(TEMPLE BAR, BRAY & NAVAN) (4 – 15yrs)The Young Gaiety Saturday School inTemple Bar, Navan and Bray, is the mostcomprehensive acting course available toyoung actors in Ireland. The year longprogramme consists of 3 ten week terms. Thestructure of the course is both flexible andcomprehensive, allowing students toparticipate in anything from a 10 week courseto a three year cycle. In Navan and Bray,within each age group, you can choosebetween the Drama Workshop and thePerformance Workshop. In Temple Bar weoffer both of these courses, as well as a thirdoption, The Young Performers Company.

DRAMA WORKSHOPHave fun, meet new friends, gain confidenceand expand your imagination in the DramaWorkshop. Aimed at students who are justbeginning to study drama, this lively,interactive workshop focuses on confidencebuilding exercises, improvisation andteamwork, and culminates in a devisedshowcase at the end of terms 2 and 3.Students will learn how to work effectivelyand confidently with their peers and gainconfidence in themselves, their creativity andimagination, and in their overallcommunication skills, all of which will lay thefoundation for the development of a wellrounded actor.

TEMPLE BARThe Gaiety School of ActingTerm 1 Sat, 4th Oct – Sat, 13th Dec

(No class Sat 25th Oct – Half term)Term 2 Sat, 17th Jan – Sat 21st MarchTerm 3 Sat, 18th April – Sat, 20th June

(Open Bank Holiday weekends)4-5yrs 10am – 11am6-7yrs 10am – 11am€160 per TermYearly Booking Fee €432 (save €48!)8-10yrs 11:15am – 12:45pm11-13yrs 1:15pm – 2:45pm14-15yrs 3pm – 4:30pm€200 per TermYearly Booking Fee €540 (save €60!)

NAVANSolstice Arts CentreTerm 1 Sat 4th Oct – Sat 13th Dec


(Open Bank Holiday weekends)7-10yrs Drama Workshop: 9am – 10:30am7-10yrs Perform. Workshop: 10:30am – 12pm11-13yrs Drama Workshop: 12:15pm –1:45pm11-13yrs Perform. Workshop: 2pm – 3:30pm€180 per TermYearly Booking Fee €486 (save €54!)

BRAYMermaid Arts CentreTerm 1 Sat, 4th Oct – Sat, 13th Dec

(No class Sat 25th Oct – Half term)Term 2 Sat, 17th Jan – Sat 21st MarchTerm 3 Sat, 18th April – Sat, 20th June

(Open Bank Holiday weekends)7-10yrs Drama Workshop: 10am – 11.30am11-13yrs Drama Workshop: 11.45am-1.15pm7-10yrs Perform. Workshop: 1.30pm – 3pm11-13 yrs Perform. Workshop: 3pm – 4.30pm€200 per TermYearly Booking Fee €540 (save €60!)

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ADD JUST €70 ONTO THE PRICE OFYOUR YOUNG GAIETY COURSEAND JOIN OUR WEEK LONGFOSSETT’S CIRCUS WORKSHOPTHIS OCTOBER HALF TERM!


MALAHIDEThe Grand HotelTerm 1 Sat 4th Oct – Sat 13th Dec

(No class Sat 25th Oct – Half term)

Term 2 Sat 17th Jan – Sat 21st MarchTerm 3 Sat 18th April – Sat 20th June

(Open Bank Holiday weekends)7-10yrs 9am – 10:30am11-13yrs 10:45am – 12:15pm€200 per TermYearly Booking Fee €540 (save €60!)

CASTLEBLAYNEYIontas CastleblayneyTerm 1 Sat 4th Oct – Sat 13th Dec


(Open Bank Holiday weekends)8-11yrs 10:45am-12:15pm12-15yrs 12:30pm – 2pm€180 per TermYearly Booking Fee €486 (save €54!)

5-7yrs 2.15pm-3.15pm€160 per TermYearly Booking Fee €432 (save €48!)

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REGIONAL DRAMAWORKSHOP(4-19yrs – varies according to location)

The regional Young Gaiety Drama Workshopruns around the country in 6 locations:Malahide, Wexford, Castleblayney,Portlaoise, Thurles and Cork.

This year long programme consists of threeten week terms, and has a flexible structureallowing students to participate in anythingfrom a ten week course to a three year cycle.The course focuses on imaginative andconfidence building exercises, incorporatingskills such as dance, singing, creative writingand voice. Over the course of the year,students will receive valuable feedback anddirection from their tutor, and will follow aclear route of progression. Ultimately, theYoung Gaiety Saturday School aims to buildconfidence and creativity, freeing theindividual to play an informed andcontributory role, not only in Theatre, but in allwalks of life.

Each term will culminate in a devisedshowcase which parents and friends areinvited to attend. To encourage selfconfidence and ensure personal attention foreach student, class size is strictly limited andapplications are accepted on a first-comefirst-served basis.


WEXFORDWexford Arts CentreTerm 1 Sat 4th Oct – Sat 13th Dec


(Open Bank Holiday weekends)7-10yrs 9am – 10:30am11-13yrs 10:45am – 12:15pm€180 per TermYearly Booking Fee €486 (save €54!)4-6yrs 12:30pm – 1.30pm€160 per TermYearly Booking Fee €432 (save €48!)

THURLESThe Source Arts CentreTerm 1 Sat 4th Oct – Sat 13th Dec


(Open Bank Holiday weekends)7-10yrs 10:30am – 12pm11-13yrs 12:15pm – 1:45pm€180 per TermYearly Booking Fee €486 (save €54!)4-6yrs 2pm – 3:00pm€160 per TermYearly Booking Fee €432 (save €48!)

PORTLAOISETBCTerm 1 Sat 4th Oct – Sat 13th Dec


(Open Bank Holiday weekends)7-10yrs 10:30am – 12pm11-13yrs 12:15pm – 1:45pm€180 per TermYearly Booking Fee €486 (save €54!)4-6yrs 2pm – 3pm€160 per TermYearly Booking Fee €432 (save €48!)

CORKSouth Parish Community CentreTerm 1 Sat 4th Oct – Sat 13th Dec


(Open Bank Holiday weekends)5-9yrs 9:30am – 11am10-12yrs 11am – 12:30pm13-19yrs 12:30pm – 2pm€180 per TermYearly Booking Fee €486 (save €54!)

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ADD JUST €70 ONTO THE PRICE OF YOURYOUNG GAIETY COURSE AND JOIN OUR WEEKLONG FOSSETT’S CIRCUS WORKSHOPTHIS OCTOBER HALF TERM!

FOSSETT’S CIRCUSWORKSHOP(8-16 years) – October Half Term

Roll up, roll up! For one week only thisOctober, the Gaiety School of Acting – TheNational Theatre School of Ireland will joinforces with Fossett’s Circus, Ireland’sNational Circus, to deliver a fun packed weekof circus training in the Fossett’s Big Topitself!

So if you’ve dreamt of unicycling, clowning,tightrope walking and more, join us in the BigTop to experience what it’s really like to jointhe circus!

Students will learn about the history of circusand how to create their own clown, includingcharacter development, make-up andcostume ideas. They will also practice avariety of circus skills such as juggling,diabolo, basic acrobatics, wire walking,trapeze and lots more! On the final evening,the students will become part of a realFossett’s show, wowing the audience withtheir amazing feats!

SMITHFIELD, DUBLIN

The Fossett’s Big Top

Tues 28th Oct – Fri 31st Oct

8-11yrs 2pm – 3.30pm

12-16yrs 3.30pm – 5pm

€70

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YOUTH THEATREWORKSHOPThis ten week course uses drama as amedium to reflect and respond to youngpeople’s lives. Using improvisation,participants learn to explore and enhancetheir imaginations. The course is bothenjoyable and challenging, enabling studentsto express themselves in a creative andconstructive manner. There is a showcase atthe end of each term that parents andfriends are very welcome to attend.

There will also be specialist skills e.g. dance,singing, creative writing and voiceincorporated into the programme.

YOUTHTHEATRE



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TEMPLE BAR (16-19yrs)

The Gaiety School of Acting

Term 1 Sat 4th Oct – Sat 13th Dec

(No class Sat 25th Oct – Half term)Wed 1st Oct – Wed 10th Dec

(No class Wed 29th Oct – Half term)Term 2 Sat 17th Jan – Sat 21st March

Wed 14th Jan – Wed 18th March

Term 3 Sat 18th April – Sat 20th June

(Open Bank Holiday weekends)Wed 15th April – Wed 17th June

5pm-6.30pm

€200 per Term

Yearly Booking Fee €540 (save €60!)

NAVAN (14-18yrs)

Solstice Arts Centre

Term 1 Sat, 4th Oct – Sat, 13th Dec

(No class Sat 25th Oct – Half term)Term 2 Sat 17th Jan – Sat 21st March


(Open Bank Holiday weekends)3.30pm – 5pm

€180 per Term

Yearly Booking Fee €486 (Save €54!)

BRAY (14-18yrs)

Mermaid Arts Centre




(Open Bank Holiday weekends)4.30pm – 6pm

€200 per Term


MALAHIDE (14-18yrs)

The Grand Hotel




(Open Bank Holiday weekends)12:30pm – 2pm

€200 per Term


YOUTH THEATRECOMPANYDublin (16-19yrs) & Cork (13-19yrs)

Advanced youth theatre students areinvited to audition for our Youth TheatreCompany. The Company, led by youththeatre professionals, develops its ownoriginal material and presents a fullproduction at the end of Term 3. Auditionsare open to Youth Theatre Workshopmembers who have completed at least oneterm and former Young Gaiety members ofthe appropriate age.

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CORK

South Parish Community Centre


(No class Sat 25th Oct – Half term)(Audition Sat 27th Sept)

Term 2 Sat 17th Jan – Sat 21st March

(Audition Sat 10th Jan)Term 3 Sat 18th April – Sat 20th June

(Open Bank Holiday weekends)2pm – 5pm

€240


TEMPLE BAR


Term 1 Sun 5th Oct – Sun 14th Dec

(No class Sun 26th Oct – Half term)(Audition Sun 28th Sept)

Term 2 Sun 18th Jan – Sun 22nd March

(Audition Sun 11th Jan)Term 3 Sun 19th April – Sun 21st June

(Open Bank Holiday weekends)2pm – 5pm

€240


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MAKE A MOVIEThis exciting ‘hands-on’ course is designedfor students eager to learn the basics of filmmaking and to have a valued input into thecreation of an original short movie. Studentswill also explore the differences betweenstage and screen acting. In just one week,participants will write, direct and shoot ashort movie guided by an experienced tutor.Approximately 4-6 weeks after the end of thecourse, each crew/cast member will receivean edited DVD to remind them of their uniquefilm making experience.

CAMERA ACTINGSKILLS - CORK(13-19 years)

This course is designed to give young peopleaged between 13 and 19 first handexperience of Acting for Camera.

The classes will focus on the development ofphysical, vocal and emotional techniquesrequired by film. Students will explore thedifferences and similarities between stageand screen acting.

Students will also be equipped with the skillsnecessary to work in front of the camera,working on the individual, scenes in pairs andlarger group scenes.

EASTERCOURSES

TEMPLE BAR


Tues 14th – Fri 17th April

10am – 4pm

10-13yrs, 14-16yrs, 17-19yrs

€190

CORK



2pm-5pm

13-19yrs

€135

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SERIOUSLY SERIOUSMASTERCLASS FORYOUNG PEOPLE– CORK

(14-19 years)

This intensive, 12 hour weekend class is foradvanced students aged between 14 and 19who are seriously considering a future career inacting. Methods that are used by professionalactors on a daily basis are introduced, anintensive voice workshop will be held, andstudents will work on monologues and shortscenes to an advanced level. The course isstructured to reflect two days of work in aprofessional setting and students will beintroduced to the reality of the actingprofession. Students who complete this coursewill gain valuable insight into the demands of aprofessional career in acting.

CORK


Sat 4th Apr – Sun 5th Apr

10am-5pm

14-19yrs

€135

CORK



10am-1pm

10-12yrs

€135

MAKE A PLAY– CORK(10-12 years)

This is another hands-on course that allowsthe students to develop their own short play.Each student will act as writer, director andactor. Students will develop their creativity ina playful and relaxed atmosphere. The playwill be performed for friends and students atthe end of the four day course.

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COURSESFOR ADULTSDUBLIN & CORK!

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INTRODUCTIONTO DRAMA– Dublin & Cork

This ten week course takes place oneevening a week (choose between Tuesday,Wednesday or Thursday in Dublin) andoffers participants a practical opportunity toexplore the craft of acting. The course isopen to everyone and is also designed forthose who wish to expand their generalcommunication skills.

TEMPLE BAR

Gaiety School Of Acting

Term 1 Tues 7th Oct – Tues 9th Dec

Wed 8th Oct – Wed 10th Dec

Thur 9th Oct – Thur 11th Dec

Term 2 Tues 13th Jan – Tues 24th Mar

(No class Tues 17th March)Wed 14th Jan – Wed 18th Mar

Thur 15th Jan – Thur19th Mar

Term 3 Tues 21st Apr – Tues 23rd June

Wed 22nd Apr – Wed 24th June

Thur 23rdApr –Thur 25th June

7pm – 9pm

€315

CORK

Firkin Crane

Term 1 Wed 8th Oct – Wed 10th Dec

Term 2 Wed 14th Jan – Wed 18th Mar

Term 3 Wed 22nd Apr – Wed 24th June

8pm – 10pm

€220

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EARLY BOOKING ESSENTIAL! ALL PLACES MUST BE BOOKED ATLEAST 10 WORKING DAYS PRIOR TOCOMMENCEMENT DATE.

YEAR LONG PART TIMEACTOR TRAINING ALSOAVAILABLECALL 01 6799277 NOWFOR A BROCHURE

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TEMPLE BAR


Term 1 Tues 7th Oct – Tues 9th Dec

Thur 9th Oct – Thur 11th Dec

Term 2 Tues 13th Jan – Tues 24th Mar

(No class Tues 17th March)Thur15th Jan – Thur 19th Mar

Term 3 Tues 21st Apr – Tues 23rd June

Thur 23rd Apr – Thur 25th June

7pm – 9pm

€315

CORK

Firkin Crane

Term 1 Thur 9th Oct – Thur 11th Dec

Term 2 Thur 15th Jan – Thur 19th Mar

Tern 3 Thur 23rd Apr – Thur 25th June

8pm – 10pm

€220

PAGE TO STAGE– Dublin & Cork

This 10 week course is open to those whohave completed our Introduction toDrama or Adult Summer Drama courses,or for those with sufficient dramaexperience/training. Page to Stage coversthe study of text and characterdevelopment, devising, and scene work forperformance. For those who wish to takethe next step, an Advanced Page to Stagecourse is available.

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ADVANCEDPAGE TO STAGE– Dublin & Cork

This is a follow-on course for those whohave completed the Page to Stageprogramme. Students will work with morechallenging text and learn the basicprinciples of directing. It is designed to giveparticipants an opportunity to explore moreserious aspects of drama training withouthaving to make a full commitment.

TEMPLE BAR


Term 1 Fri 10th Oct – Fri 12th Dec

Term 2 Fri 16th Jan – Fri 20th March

Term 3 Fri 24th Apr – Fri 26th June

7pm – 9pm

€315

CORK

Firkin Crane

Term 2 Tues 13th Jan – Tues 24th March

(No class Tues 17th March)Term 3 Tues 21st Apr – Tues 23rd June

8pm-10pm

€220

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ACTING FORCAMERA– Dublin & Cork

This series of 3 eight week courses isdesigned to give participants first handexperience of Acting for Camera. Eacheight week module can be taken as anindividual course. However manyparticipants take all three courses insequence: 1. Acting Skills, 2. PracticalSkills, 3. Career Skills

1. ACTING SKILLS focuses on thedevelopment of physical, vocal andemotional techniques required by film.Students will explore the differences andsimilarities between stage and screenacting.

TEMPLE BAR



Term 2 Fri 30th Jan – Fri 20th Mar

Term 3 Fri 8th May – Fri 26th June

7pm – 10pm

€335

CORK

Bridge Street

Term 1 Tues 7th Oct - Tues 25th Nov

Term 2 Tues 13th Jan – Tues 3rd Mar

Term 3 Tues 21st Apr – Tues 9th June

7pm – 10pm

€220

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3. CAREER SKILLS (Cork only) focuses onthe development of commercial vocabulary, theencouragement of professional confidence ataudition and the provision of information onhow to source and sustain professional work.

TEMPLE BAR




Term 3 Fri 8th May – Fri 26th June

7pm – 10pm

€335

CORK

Bridge Street

Term 1 Wed 8th Oct – Wed 26th Nov

Term 2 Wed 14th Jan – Wed 4th Mar

Term 3 Wed 22nd Apr – Wed 10th June

7pm – 10pm

€220

CORK

Bridge Street

Term 1 Mon 6th Oct – Mon 1st Dec

(no class Mon 27th Oct – Bank Holiday)Term 2 Mon 12th Jan – Mon 2nd March

Term 3 Mon 20th April – Mon 22nd June

(No class Mon 4th May or Mon 5th June –Bank Holidays)7pm – 10pm

€220

2. PRACTICAL SKILLS focuses ondemonstrating the technical requirements offilm as well as the basic analytical skills usedto explore script. Participants will also beintroduced to audition technique – anecessary skill for those wishing to pursue acareer in TV and Film.Classes will focus on equipping an actor withthe skills necessary to work in front of thecamera, working on the individual, scenes inpairs and larger group scenes.

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ADULT FILMCOMPANY– Cork only

The Film Company is for advanced Acting forCamera students and those interested in filmdirecting/script writing. Students will developa script and will storyboard, cast and direct itunder the tuition of an experienced film tutor.This course runs over three 8 week terms andwill culminate in the shooting of thedeveloped project.

Class size is strictly limited, and admission forthose students who have not attendedprevious Acting For Camera courses at GSAwill be via interview.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COURSE RUNS OVER

THREE TERMS – IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO ENROL

FOR A SINGLE TERM.

DRAMATIC WRITING– Dublin Only

This practical ten week course exploresdramatic writing for stage, film, television andradio. Over the course participants will be lead,by a series of examples, discussions andfocused exercises, to explore their creativepotential across a range of dramatic forms.Time is set aside to explore participants ownideas and projects. At the end of the course allparticipants will have a portfolio of dramaticworks. Tutor Michelle Read is a published,produced and award-winning playwright, andalso co-founder of Living Space Theatre(formerly READCO Theatre Company), whichproduces contemporary new work for thestage. Michelle holds a first class Masters inScreenwriting, and is a regular writer for RTE’sFair City.

CORK

Bridge Street

Term 1 Thur 9th Oct - Thur 27th Nov

Term 2 Thur 15th Jan – Thur 5th Mar

Term 3 Thur 23rd April – Thur 11th Jun

7pm – 10pm

€600

TEMPLE BAR


Term 1 Mon 6th Oct – Mon 15th Dec

(No class on Mon 27th Oct)Term 2 Mon 12th Jan – Mon 16th Mar

Term 3 TBC

7pm – 9pm

€300

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(price for 3 terms – to be paid in 2 instalments:1st instalment due Fri 3rd Oct, 2nd instalment dueFri 9th Jan)

STAGE COMBATACTOR TRAININGPROGRAMMEThese classes provide an opportunity foreveryone to learn stage combat, whether theyattend acting school or not. There are classesand workshops that cater for all levels of skill.These are open to everyone – professionaland amateur actors, theatre technicians,academics, and those who are simplyinterested.

THE INTRODUCTORY STAGE COMBATWORKSHOP

This is the workshop to choose if you havelittle or no experience of stage combat,offering technique and safety foundation skillsin the use of Rapier & Dagger FightTechniques for stage and screen and inUnarmed Combat, with emphasis on thetheatrical presentation of each system. Thecourse is practical, with students observingand then participating in the techniques andexercises, while being closely watched by aqualified instructor. No prior experience isnecessary for participation in this course.

THE STAGE COMBAT WORKSHOPThis is the workshop to choose if you havetaken an introductory course or have hadsome previous basic training. The courseoffers training in Weapons (Rapier and DaggerFencing) and Unarmed Combat for Stageand Screen, with emphasis on preparingstudents for the optional fight proficiency test.This is a performance based course withstudents applying action to text.On successful completion of this course, youmay opt to take the Irish Dramatic CombatAcademy (IDCA) fight proficiency test.Successful students will be awarded the IDCABasic Actor Combatant Certificate.

TUTORPaul Burke is a member of the Equity StuntRegister. He has worked as a Fight Director,Actor and Stunt Performer. Theatre creditsinclude productions for Abbey and PeacockTheatres, The Gate Theatre, Rough Magic,Barabbas and Semper Fi Theatre Company.Film/Television includes King Arthur, TheTudors, Feud and Murphy’s Law.

TEMPLE BAR

Gaiety School of Acting

Term 2 Sun 11th Jan – Sun 1st March

Term 3 Sun 19th April – Sun 7th June

12pm – 5pm

€345

TEMPLE BARGaiety School of Acting Term 1 Sun 23rd Nov – Sun 14th DecTerm 2 Sun 8th March – Sun 29th March Term 3 Sun 14th June – Sun 5th July12pm – 5pm€225

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ADULT THEATRECOMPANY– Cork OnlyAdvanced students are invited to join theAdult Theatre Company. Over the course ofthree terms, the group will work with aprofessional theatre practitioner on a chosentext or will devise a play. The result will beperformed in a Cork theatre or a site-specificvenue. The Company is designed for thosestudents who would like to further exploretheir potential in a concentrated rehearsalatmosphere. Students will take charge offundraising, advertising and promoting theplay, thereby learning the essentials ofindependent theatre work.

STUDIO- Cork Only

The Studio gives advanced students who areserious about their acting the opportunity toenhance and practise their skills, prepare forauditions and work in a concentrated,professional setting, receiving constantfeedback about their progress. The course willcover advanced physical and voice training,and also various other acting skills. This courseis open to advanced students who havecompleted at least three terms with the GaietySchool of Acting - The National Theatre Schoolof Ireland, or to advanced acting students withthe discipline and commitment to work at avery advanced level (admission by interview).

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COURSE RUNS OVERTHREE TERMS – IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO ENROLFOR A SINGLE TERM.

CORK

Firkin Crane

Term 1 Thur 9th Oct – Thur 11th Dec

Term 2 Thur 15th Jan –Thur19th Mar

Term 3 Thur 23rd Apr – Thur 25th June

8pm – 10pm

€220

CORK




Term 3 Fri 24th Apr – Fri 26th June

8pm – 10pm

€500

(price for 3 terms – to be paid in 2 instalments:1st instalment due Fri 3rd Oct, 2nd Instalmentdue Fri 9th Jan)

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IMPROVISATION(Tuesday – Friday)This four evening intensive course is designedto give participants a practical introduction toacting and improvisation. No experience isnecessary; however a willingness toparticipate fully is essential. This is an idealcourse for those who wish to explore aspectsof training before committing to longer termcourses.

ACTING FORCAMERA(Tuesday – Friday) This four evening practical course isdesigned to give participants the opportunityto prepare and present work on camera. It isideally suited to those who may wish toconsider further film and television training.

EASTERCOURSES FOR ADULTS

DUBLIN



6pm – 9pm

€185

DUBLIN



6pm – 9pm

€185

WEEKENDWORKSHOPS

VOICE WEEKENDUnderstand your voice and make it work foryou. This one day (Sunday) workshop istaught by Cathal Quinn, voice coach on theFull Time programme, and will focus ondeveloping a strong and articulate voice.Using texts from a wide range of writers, thispractical course will give you the confidenceto use your voice effectively. Cathal Quinn is Head of Voice on the FullTime Actor Training Programme at the GaietySchool of Acting - The National TheatreSchool of Ireland. He is a regular dialectcoach at the prestigious Gate Theatre andhas worked with leading actors on TV andFilm. Cathal has recently completed hisMasters at Central School of Speech andDrama, London.

AUDITIONTECHNIQUEWEEKENDWant to go into your next casting withgreater confidence? Want to offer thedirector something different? Want to expandyour acting range? Then let us lead the way!This practical one day weekend course offersstudents an opportunity to develop theirauditioning skills. Students should bring athree minute audition piece to the coursewhich will then be prepared for showcasetowards the end of the day.

DUBLIN


Term 2 Sun 25th Jan

Term 3 Sun 10th May

10am – 6pm

€120

DUBLIN


Term 1 Sun 12th Oct

Term 2 Sun 1st Feb

Term 3 Sun 19th April

10am – 6pm

€120

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DUBLIN


Term 1 Sun 16th Nov

Term 2 Sun 22nd Feb

Term 3 Sun 17th May

10am – 6pm

€120

COMEDYIMPROVISATIONWEEKENDIf you couldn’t stop laughing while youwatched Whose Line Is It Anyway onChannel 4, then here is the course for you.This practical one-day weekend course isdesigned to give participants an introductionto comedy improvisation. No experience isnecessary however a willingness toparticipate fully is essential.

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STAGE PACKAGE:Term 1 Introduction to Drama

Term 2 Page to Stage

Term 3 Advanced Page to Stage

Package Price: €845 Package Price Cork: €594

Full Price: €945 Full Price Cork: €660

You Save: €100 €66

SCREEN PACKAGE 1:Term 1 Introduction to Drama

Term 2 Acting For Camera 1 – Acting Skills

Term 3 Acting For Camera 2 – Practical Skills

Package Price: €885 Package Price Cork: €594

Full Price: €985 Full Price Cork: €660

You Save: €100 You Save: €66

SCREEN PACKAGE 2:Term 1 Acting For Camera 1 – Acting Skills

Term 2 Acting For Camera 2 – Practical Skills

Term 3 Acting For Camera 3 – Career Skills

Package Price Cork: €594

Full Price Cork: €660

You Save: €66

PACKAGESHere’s your chance to save on course prices! We offer a range of packages to suitall of our adult students. Just choose your package from the list below andinclude the package name on the application form in the ‘Course Details’ field.

WORKSHOP PACKAGE:Voice Workshop

Comedy Improvisation Workshop

Audition Technique Workshop

See pages 30 & 31 for available dates

Package Price: €320

Full Price: €360

You Save: €40

WEEKEND WORKSHOP OFFER:Add a weekend workshop onto your package for

just €90 – you save an amazing 25%!

Choose from a Voice Weekend, Audition Technique

Weekend or Comedy Improvisation Weekend!

COMBAT PACKAGE:Term 1/Term 2 Introductory Stage Combat Workshop

Term 2/Term 3 Stage Combat Workshop

Package Price: €500

Full Price: €570

You Save: €70

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VOICE OVERTRAINING– VELVET VOICEThe Gaiety School of Acting - The NationalTheatre School of Ireland in association withVelvet Voice are proud to present their OneDay Voice Over Workshops. The format isexactly the same on both workshops: Radio inthe morning, TV & Narration in the earlyafternoon, then advertisingexecutive/copywriter in the late afternoon.

Velvet Voice has now cast and/or worked forthe following:Commercial Campaigns: 02, Topaz, McDonald’s, Sony Playstation, Irish Times,Dublin Bus, Power of One, Eircom, NationalIrish Bank, Calvita, Crowne Plaza. TV Campaigns: 6 x 1/2 hr episodes"Grassroots" for TV3. Films: "New Boy" for Zanzibar Films(Tribeca Award) Peter Jackson's 'TheLovely Bones', Gil Kenan's 'City of Embers'.

For bookings or further information, pleasecontact: Velvet Voice Studios, City House,Newmarket, Dublin 8, Melissa Nolan at 085153 7222, email: [email protected] Tommy Ellis at 087 666 0625, email:[email protected].

www.velvetvoice.ie

MASTERCLASSSTUDIOThroughout 2008/2009, the Gaiety School ofActing - The National Theatre School ofIreland will be hosting a number ofMasterclasses in acting, improvisation,screen acting and stage combat with leadingtheatre and film professionals. These uniqueclasses offer participants a first-hand,practical and inspirational opportunity tolearn from the very best. Admission to themasterclasses is by application only. Thesemasterclasses would be suitable forparticipants who are pursuing a professionalcareer in theatre, television or film. Places arelimited and participants will be notified if theyhave been allocated a place.

To find out more, call the school on01 6799277 or visit our websitewww.gaietyschool.com

DUBLINVelvet Voice StudioMonthly - See www.gaietyschool.com10am-5.30pm€220

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OTHERCOURSESThe Gaiety School of Acting - The NationalTheatre School of Ireland also offers a numberof other acclaimed courses at our Temple BarSchool that do not fall within the remit of thisbrochure. These include:

ONE YEAR PART TIME ACTORTRAINING FOR ADULTSOur One Year Part Time courses represent ourpart time school at its most advanced level.These courses are for the adult student who iscommitted to the pursuit of excellence in thefield of acting. All of our One Year Part Timecourses, based at our premises in Temple Bar,consist of 2 classes per week over 3 ten weekterms. The three courses that we offer in thisprogramme are:

• Performance Year in Acting• Advanced Performance Year in Acting• Performance Theatre Company

Please call 01 6799277 for a brochure &application form.

FULL TIME TRAINING:BA (HONS) DEGREE IN ACTINGCommencing October 2009

This course is designed to provide studentswith the highest level of actor training in Irelandby developing the student’s physical andmental capacity to interpret and createperformance works. The three year programmebuilds through structured modules towards athird year in which students form aprofessional quality performing ensemblecompany. The degree is awarded by DCU andis offered and taught by the Gaiety School ofActing - The National Theatre School of Irelandat its premises in Temple Bar. Application isthrough the CAO system.

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APPLICATION FORMPART TIME COURSES 2008-2009EARLY BOOKING ESSENTIAL! ALL PLACES MUST BE BOOKED ATLEAST 10 WORKING DAYS PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT DATE.

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For further information on any of our courses, or to booka place, please contact The Gaiety School of Acting,Sycamore Street,Temple Bar, Dublin 2.

TELEPHONE (01) 679 9277FAX (01) 679 9568LO-CALL1890 258 358EMAIL [email protected] PAYMENT TERMSThe balance of your course fees must be paid in full on or before the dateof your first class. You may only attend the course when your course feeshave been paid in full. If your fees have not been paid in full you will not beadmitted to class. €50 booking deposits are not refundable under anycircumstances. Course fees are only refundable if the Gaiety Schoolreceives your cancellation at least 5 days prior to the commencement ofyour course.

CANCELLATION POLICYThe GSA reserves the right to cancel any course with insufficient bookingsup to 7 working days prior to the commencement date of the course. In theevent of course cancellation, we will make every effort to contact allstudents, and all fees (including booking deposit) will be refunded within 5working days of the cancellation. The GSA is not responsible for travel oraccommodation costs incurred by individuals travelling to courses. Formore details see www.gaietyschool.com.

GAIETY SCHOOLOF ACTINGTHE NATIONAL THEATRESCHOOL OF IRELANDSTAFFDIRECTOR

Patrick Sutton

GENERAL MANAGER

Niamh Byrne

PART TIME COURSES COORDINATOR

John Delaney

MARKETING & DEVELOPMENT

OFFICER

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COORDINATOR

Amy DawsonRichie Murphy

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HOUSE MANAGER

Cristiane CorreaImportant Notes - Please read carefully:Dates, times and venues are correct at thetime of going to print. All details are subjectto change at short notice. Courses may becancelled if booking numbers areinsufficient. The School is not responsiblefor travel or accommodation costs incurredby individuals travelling to courses. Photographs by: Patrick Sutton, KarenAnn Delaney, Ciara Kinsella, KieranBrennan, Veronika Korinkova, JohnMoloney.

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