Welcome to Drama with a Difference!

Drama and Acting Classes Melbourne

Teaching Location: The Actors Factory, 161a Heidelberg Road, (Northcote/Fairfield border) [VIEW MAP]

Welcome to Drama with a Difference 2010. We are the only resident drama school at Husk Theatre, 161a Heidelberg Road, Northcote, Melbourne (see map). Husk Theatre will this year be the home of a professional theatre company and several guest companies. It now has high raked seating, a 12-phase dimmer rack, professional lighting and sound and will this year be marketed as a welcome addition to Melbourne’s theatre scene.

As part of this launch Drama with a Difference is offering, via our adult performance group, a course which includes participation in the Melbourne International Comedy Festival (see our Adult Intensive Performance Group page), and teenagers who are very passionate about taking on more intensive work have the opportunity to participate in the Melbourne Fringe Festival (see Teenage Intensive page).

We look forward to seeing you at one of our classes in 2010.

Dates for return of classes are listed separately under each section.

Why is Drama with a Difference unique?

As one of Australia’s finest independent drama schools we have the success stories, reputation, connections and experience to assist people who are, or wish to become, professional actors.

We are equally committed to students who attend for personal development and fun! Our classes offer a safe environment where people of all ages can discover the magic and power of their own imagination.

For actors and aspiring actors

  • A solid fifteen year history
  • An impressive industry record – Our students have worked in major and smaller roles in almost every Australian TV show over 15 years, many feature films, and for most major theatre companies – including several overseas. (see Students of note)
  • A genuine list of well-known past and present students for whom Drama with a Difference was the launching pad into the industry.
  • Integrity – a grounded and realistic approach to people wishing to be actors. We present a realistic picture of the industry.
  • Inspiration and Encouragement – as much assistance as possible in helping you realize your dreams.
  • Genuine connections with major casting consultants, producers and agents. As a highly respected drama school, these people contact us on a regular basis for suggestions – including children and teenagers. (see Students of note)
  • A theatre space which encourages innovative work.
  • A casting space – for short film and show reel making, giving you something concrete with which to approach agents.
  • Experienced teachers who possess hands on experience as actors/directors/agents.
  • Guest teachers from the industry who are highly experienced in casting / acting / directing. (see Guest teachers)

Film and TV Classes Melbourne

For those who wish to use drama classes as personal and/or professional development

  • A supportive and safe environment.
  • An environment which will get you in touch with the power of your imagination – an invaluable tool for people from all walks of life.
  • A range of classes for all ages and levels (see the menu to view details).
  • An understanding of the uses of drama for a wide variety of purposes and outcomes.
  • A history of past students who reinforce how much our classes have helped them gain self esteem, self understanding, confidence and personal charisma – all of which have greatly assisted them as individuals. (see testimonials, recreational)
  • A fantastic starting point if you are thinking about going further with acting at some stage (even in the near future).

See our Film and TV classes