Program Structure

 

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The program may run in one of the following formats:

 

Weekly Classes

• 1–2 hour sessions

• Small groups to ensure safety and tailored support

• Mixture of foundational acting exercises, improvisation, character work, movement and voice exercises

 

Workshops / Intensives

• Half‑day or full‑day workshops

• Thematic focus: confidence building, scene work, creative voice, ensemble performance, etc.

 

Performance Stream (By Selection)

• Participants demonstrating readiness through the audition process may join:

• A performance ensemble

• Short film or theatre projects

• Community or public showcases (optional)

 

 

Participant Eligibility

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The program is open to NDIS participants who:

1. Are aged 12+ (or specify your age range)

2. Have an active NDIS planRequire support in communication, social skills, creative expression, emotional regulation, or meaningful community participation

3. Are able to participate safely in a group environment

 

 

 

Audition Requirements

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To ensure safety and suitability for all participants, an audition/assessment is required before acceptance into the program

 

.Purpose of the Audition

The audition is not about acting ability—it ensures:

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• The program is appropriate for the participant’s support needs

• The participant can engage meaningfully with group activities

• Accessibility requirements can be identified

• The participant is placed in the most suitable class level

 

What Happens in the Audition

The audition includes:

 

• A short meet‑and‑greet conversation

• A simple acting exercise (e.g. repeating a line, reading a short scenario, or improvisation)

• Observation of communication styles, comfort level, and behavioural support needs

• Optional support worker involvement

 

Outcome

Following the audition, the participant will receive:

 

• Acceptance into the program, or

• Recommendation for alternative support pathways, or

• Referral to a different class level, if available

 

 

Support Worker Involvement

 

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Participants may attend with:

 

• A support worker

• A family member

• A carerSupport staff may assist with:

• Communication

• Behavioural support

• Emotional regulation

• Personal care needs

• However, support workers should not take part in the acting exercises unless required for the participant’s safety or comfort.​​