Titirangi Theatre acting classes, 2021, with tutor John Goudge.
Sorry, our audition slots for the younger children's age group are all taken, but we still have a few places available for teenagers.
Register your interest with tutor John Goudge before they all fill up too.
Titirangi Theatre Acting Training dates & details 2021.
Acting Training for children & teenagers on Monday nights in 2021, with tutor John Goudge.
(Sorry, there will be no regular adult class in 2021, but see the end of this notice for information about an upcoming workshop for adults – The Actor’s Toolkit.)
Age groups:
Children: Year 6, 7 & 8 students (10-13 yrs) Class time 4.30 – 5.45 pm.
Teenagers: Year 9, 10 & 11 students (13 – 16 yrs) Class time 6pm – 7.30 pm.
(up to 12 participants per class)
Class dates:
Term 1: Monday 15 February – Monday 12 April. (No class Easter Monday 5 April) (8 sessions)
Term 2: Monday 3 May – Monday 5 July. (No class Queen’s Birthday 7 June) (9 sessions)
Term 3: Monday 26 July – Monday 27 September, with an extra showcase performance on Tuesday 28 September. (11 sessions)
Special Showcase Performances (both classes): 7pm Monday 27 & Tuesday 28 September.
(Only those who are available for these performances should apply.)
Fees for three terms:
Children: $335
Teenagers: $400
(Fees are due in full a week before course start. Term by term payment available on request.)
HOW TO ENROL:
First, register your interest by contacting me, tutor John Goudge on email goudgedrama@gmail.com
Prospective participants are required to attend a friendly WORKSHOP AUDITION at the Titirangi Theatre on Saturday 23 January, 2021:
11am for Children’s class. (1 hour approx.)
1pm for Teenagers’ class. (1 hour approx.)
Please register your interest promptly, as there is a limit to the number of places at the workshop audition.
Course outline:
Term 1 – through theatre scenes, games & scripts students develop their acting craft, & a sense of fun & teamwork. Parents are invited to come see their progress on last night of term.
Term 2 – creating improvised scenes in groups, learn how to think quick & be in the moment. Parents are invited to see an improvised performance on the last night of term.
Term 3 – developing & rehearsing our Showcase Performances. Term ends with our public performances on 27/28 September.
Questions about enrolling:
Q: Why is there a workshop audition this year?
A: In the last few years classes have been so popular that a number of students miss out. I only want the most enthusiastic young actors to apply.
Q: What happens at the workshop audition? How should students prepare?
A: Other than register that they are coming, students don’t have to prepare anything for the audition. Just come along & have fun. They’ll play some theatre games, do some group exercises, & each will be asked to sight-read a very simple short poem or script piece.
Q: What are we looking for at the audition?
A: Enthusiasm, energy, & the ability to listen & follow instructions. A strong voice & some imagination are an advantage.
Q: Can parents sit in on the audition?
A: Yes you can, just make sure your child is comfortable with you attending.
Q: My child did classes last year; do they still have to audition?
A: Yes.
Q: What if my child wants to enrol, but can’t attend the workshop audition?
A: Contact me (John).
Q: What if my child drops out of class during the year? Will I get a refund?
A: Probably not.
Any other questions, feel free to email or phone:
goudgedrama@gmail.com ph 021 232 9822.
Very best wishes for 2021,
John Goudge (tutor)
Titirangi Theatre, Lopdell House, 418 Titirangi Rd, Titirangi, Auckland, N.Z.
www.titirangitheatre.co.nz
Register your interest with tutor John Goudge before they all fill up too.
Titirangi Theatre Acting Training dates & details 2021.
Acting Training for children & teenagers on Monday nights in 2021, with tutor John Goudge.
(Sorry, there will be no regular adult class in 2021, but see the end of this notice for information about an upcoming workshop for adults – The Actor’s Toolkit.)
Age groups:
Children: Year 6, 7 & 8 students (10-13 yrs) Class time 4.30 – 5.45 pm.
Teenagers: Year 9, 10 & 11 students (13 – 16 yrs) Class time 6pm – 7.30 pm.
(up to 12 participants per class)
Class dates:
Term 1: Monday 15 February – Monday 12 April. (No class Easter Monday 5 April) (8 sessions)
Term 2: Monday 3 May – Monday 5 July. (No class Queen’s Birthday 7 June) (9 sessions)
Term 3: Monday 26 July – Monday 27 September, with an extra showcase performance on Tuesday 28 September. (11 sessions)
Special Showcase Performances (both classes): 7pm Monday 27 & Tuesday 28 September.
(Only those who are available for these performances should apply.)
Fees for three terms:
Children: $335
Teenagers: $400
(Fees are due in full a week before course start. Term by term payment available on request.)
HOW TO ENROL:
First, register your interest by contacting me, tutor John Goudge on email goudgedrama@gmail.com
Prospective participants are required to attend a friendly WORKSHOP AUDITION at the Titirangi Theatre on Saturday 23 January, 2021:
11am for Children’s class. (1 hour approx.)
1pm for Teenagers’ class. (1 hour approx.)
Please register your interest promptly, as there is a limit to the number of places at the workshop audition.
Course outline:
Term 1 – through theatre scenes, games & scripts students develop their acting craft, & a sense of fun & teamwork. Parents are invited to come see their progress on last night of term.
Term 2 – creating improvised scenes in groups, learn how to think quick & be in the moment. Parents are invited to see an improvised performance on the last night of term.
Term 3 – developing & rehearsing our Showcase Performances. Term ends with our public performances on 27/28 September.
Questions about enrolling:
Q: Why is there a workshop audition this year?
A: In the last few years classes have been so popular that a number of students miss out. I only want the most enthusiastic young actors to apply.
Q: What happens at the workshop audition? How should students prepare?
A: Other than register that they are coming, students don’t have to prepare anything for the audition. Just come along & have fun. They’ll play some theatre games, do some group exercises, & each will be asked to sight-read a very simple short poem or script piece.
Q: What are we looking for at the audition?
A: Enthusiasm, energy, & the ability to listen & follow instructions. A strong voice & some imagination are an advantage.
Q: Can parents sit in on the audition?
A: Yes you can, just make sure your child is comfortable with you attending.
Q: My child did classes last year; do they still have to audition?
A: Yes.
Q: What if my child wants to enrol, but can’t attend the workshop audition?
A: Contact me (John).
Q: What if my child drops out of class during the year? Will I get a refund?
A: Probably not.
Any other questions, feel free to email or phone:
goudgedrama@gmail.com ph 021 232 9822.
Very best wishes for 2021,
John Goudge (tutor)
Titirangi Theatre, Lopdell House, 418 Titirangi Rd, Titirangi, Auckland, N.Z.
www.titirangitheatre.co.nz
Acting training for Adults:
The Actor’s Tool Kit –
a two-day workshop at Rimu Glade Studio (4 Rimu Rd, Oratia),
with tutor John Goudge.
Saturday 20 February, 10.30am – 4.30pm, & Sunday 21 February, 1 – 4.30pm.
Fee: $80.
Through exercises & scripts, participants are guided through a process of developing acting craft & creating interesting performance pieces. My programmes are designed to prepare actors for work on the amateur or professional stage, & have been honed over more than 25 years as a theatre director, actor & tutor.
To enrol for The Actor’s Tool Kit, or to ask any questions, email goudgedrama@gmail.com
A more in-depth breakdown of the course outline available on request.
I also offer one-on-one tuition in acting, speech & drama, singing & performance. Feel free to discuss your needs with me.
The Actor’s Tool Kit –
a two-day workshop at Rimu Glade Studio (4 Rimu Rd, Oratia),
with tutor John Goudge.
Saturday 20 February, 10.30am – 4.30pm, & Sunday 21 February, 1 – 4.30pm.
Fee: $80.
Through exercises & scripts, participants are guided through a process of developing acting craft & creating interesting performance pieces. My programmes are designed to prepare actors for work on the amateur or professional stage, & have been honed over more than 25 years as a theatre director, actor & tutor.
To enrol for The Actor’s Tool Kit, or to ask any questions, email goudgedrama@gmail.com
A more in-depth breakdown of the course outline available on request.
I also offer one-on-one tuition in acting, speech & drama, singing & performance. Feel free to discuss your needs with me.
John’s philosophy
“Acting training will challenge you at your own level. Like anything, you get out what you put in.
Of course part of the challenge is to combine fun and focus. Students are expected to turn up on time, learn their lines, respect and encourage others, and work as a team.
“Performing is good for the brain. Think of acting as a mind sport. Athletes are accustomed to preparation and practice, stretching, visualising, trying numerous training methods to keep things interesting. This creates a versatile, strong athlete who can read the game and think on their feet. In a same way an actor’s preparation readies them to play their part in the moment.”
John’s experience
As a tutor since 1995, hundreds of adults and children have been through John Goudge’s fun and effective courses, including at Rimu Glade Studio, his own drama and music studio in Oratia.
He is often invited into schools, theatres and other institutions to run workshops, direct shows or help with production. He has been an actor or director for Titirangi Theatre many times, recently as director for the sell-out season of Fawlty Towers, and the very successful production of Shirley Valentine. Classes in 2019 produced six short plays, Six Acts of Kindness, created and performed by the students. It was one of numerous ‘student shows’ John has directed at Titirangi Theatre and at other venues around New Zealand over the past 25 years.
As a working actor, musician, theatre director and events person, John has a well-rounded perspective on performance arts.
Testimonials
I did two years of acting classes with John Goudge, and apart from learning the art of acting, he taught me a lot about back stage and all the effort that goes on behind the scenes to get a show on the boards. Acting classes changed my thinking and my attitudes and expanded my life thinking. I think everyone should do classes like these.
My daughter has been taking classes with John for about two and a half years (she's 15).
During that time, I have really seen her develop, not only in terms of her acting, but in her self-confidence as well. She has said to me that she finds the classes interesting and challenging. I believe that her having the opportunity to meet those challenges has helped her be more outgoing in all areas of her life. In addition, the class has led to her creating new friends. Without hesitation, I would recommend this class to any young person.
“Acting training will challenge you at your own level. Like anything, you get out what you put in.
Of course part of the challenge is to combine fun and focus. Students are expected to turn up on time, learn their lines, respect and encourage others, and work as a team.
“Performing is good for the brain. Think of acting as a mind sport. Athletes are accustomed to preparation and practice, stretching, visualising, trying numerous training methods to keep things interesting. This creates a versatile, strong athlete who can read the game and think on their feet. In a same way an actor’s preparation readies them to play their part in the moment.”
John’s experience
As a tutor since 1995, hundreds of adults and children have been through John Goudge’s fun and effective courses, including at Rimu Glade Studio, his own drama and music studio in Oratia.
He is often invited into schools, theatres and other institutions to run workshops, direct shows or help with production. He has been an actor or director for Titirangi Theatre many times, recently as director for the sell-out season of Fawlty Towers, and the very successful production of Shirley Valentine. Classes in 2019 produced six short plays, Six Acts of Kindness, created and performed by the students. It was one of numerous ‘student shows’ John has directed at Titirangi Theatre and at other venues around New Zealand over the past 25 years.
As a working actor, musician, theatre director and events person, John has a well-rounded perspective on performance arts.
Testimonials
I did two years of acting classes with John Goudge, and apart from learning the art of acting, he taught me a lot about back stage and all the effort that goes on behind the scenes to get a show on the boards. Acting classes changed my thinking and my attitudes and expanded my life thinking. I think everyone should do classes like these.
My daughter has been taking classes with John for about two and a half years (she's 15).
During that time, I have really seen her develop, not only in terms of her acting, but in her self-confidence as well. She has said to me that she finds the classes interesting and challenging. I believe that her having the opportunity to meet those challenges has helped her be more outgoing in all areas of her life. In addition, the class has led to her creating new friends. Without hesitation, I would recommend this class to any young person.