Term 1: Foundations of Performance

This term is all about helping young creatives step confidently into the world of acting. Our Juniors explore the fundamentals of performance in a fun, supportive environment that encourages curiosity, courage, and self-expression. Every activity is designed to meet students where they are, helping them build skills, trust their instincts, and discover their own creative voice.

Every class celebrates progress over perfection, encourages risk-taking, and supports students to express themselves freely, all while building confidence, creativity, and courage in a safe and inspiring environment.

Throughout the term, students will:

• Build improvisation skills – think on their feet, respond creatively, and trust their instincts in the moment

• Play theatre games – strengthen teamwork, listening, focus, and stage awareness while having fun

• Learn to read and break down scripts – understand characters and scenes in a simple, accessible way

• Practice line-learning techniques – memorise and deliver lines with growing confidence

• Perform on camera – bring their scenes to life and experience acting in front of a camera by the end of term

We meet students where they’re at, so welcome young people of all skill levels and experience. Students will finish the term with new skills, greater self-belief, and a love of performance that will carry them into future creative journeys.

Term 1 class times:
(We have 3 class options to choose from)
- Group 1: Monday 4:30pm-6pm
- Group 2: Wednesday 4:30pm-6pm
- ADDITIONAL CLASS: Saturday 9am-10:30am (We’ll open this class when existing groups fill)

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Term 1: Drawing and Character Creation

Every great animated world begins with a single sketch. In this hands-on course, Juniors will explore the magic of bringing characters to life through drawing and design. From superheroes to monsters, students will experiment with different mediums and discover how ideas evolve from the page into expressive, imaginative characters.

This introductory program is all about creativity, confidence, and fun. With guidance from experienced animators, young artists will learn how to experiment boldly, think like storytellers, and share their unique visions with pride.

Throughout the term, students will:

• Experiment with different drawing mediums such as pencils, markers, acrylics, and pastels

• Build confidence in developing creative ideas from imagination to page

• Learn the basics of character design using simple shapes to create superheroes, monsters, and more

• Practice creative thinking and ideation processes used in the animation industry

• Explore storyboarding and planning, turning drawings into visual stories

• Collaborate in group sessions to share ideas and give feedback

• Build a small portfolio of drawings and character concepts to showcase their progress

We meet students where they’re at, so welcome young people of all skill levels and experience. Every young person leaves with new creative tools, more confidence, and a set of characters that are uniquely their own.

Term 1 class times:
- Saturday 9am-10:30am

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Term 1: Storytelling through pictures

In this fun and practical course, Juniors will take their first steps into the world of filmmaking. Using simple tools, students will explore how stories are told through pictures, sound, and performance.

Guided by industry professionals, your child will gain the confidence to express their ideas, collaborate with others, and proudly share their creations in a class showcase at the end of term. This is where big-screen dreams begin, one mini-story at a time.

Throughout the term, students will:

• Discover the basics of camera shots and framing

• Explore non-verbal storytelling and how to express ideas visually

• Experiment with sound design and foley using everyday objects

• Create simple storyboards to plan short sequences

• Build confidence in acting and performing for the camera

• Try out directing and camera operation in small group projects

• Learn how to shape stories through sequencing and simple editing

• Develop teamwork skills by rotating roles (director, actor, camera operator)

We meet students where they’re at, so welcome young people of all skill levels and experience. Every student will finish the term with new skills, new confidence, and their very own creative story to share.

Term 1 class times:
- Tuesday 4:30pm-6pm

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Term 1: Young Storytellers

In a world full of images, learning to see is a superpower. This introductory photography program invites our Juniors to slow down, notice beauty in everyday life, and capture their unique perspective. Through fun games, creative challenges, and hands-on practice, young storytellers will discover how light, framing, and perspective can turn a simple snapshot into a powerful image.

By the end of the term, every student will have their own printed photograph proudly displayed in a class gallery, proof that their story matters and their creativity shines.

Over 9 weeks, students will:

• Explore the basics of composition: rule of thirds, framing, perspective, light, and shadow

• Strengthen their ability to observe beauty, patterns, and colours in everyday life

• Learn early photography language (aperture, shutter speed, ISO) through simple, playful analogies

• Experiment with angles and viewpoints to change the feeling of an image

• Practice respectful photography, including asking permission before taking someone’s photo

• Collaborate with peers in pair and group projects, building confidence through shared storytelling

• Present their images and speak about their creative choices in a supportive environment

We meet students where they’re at, so welcome young people of all skill levels and experience. Every young person leaves this program with new skills, greater confidence, and an image that tells their story, the perfect beginning to their creative journey.

Term 1 class times:
- Thursday 4:30pm-6pm

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