About Titirangi Theatre Acting Classes 2018
with tutor John Goudge
Titirangi Theatre encourages performing arts by producing a fine selection of plays each year, running costume hire, supporting events, and offering acting workshops for children and adults.
The Theatre, newly refurbished as part of the Lopdell Precinct restoration, is a great place to belong. It gives people the opportunity to get involved on or off stage, or as audience members. Participants in acting training get a chance to be part of the theatre, including class trips to plays (when appropriate).
About the courses
Two ten week terms are offered in 2018, with classes on Monday afternoon or evenings
at the Theatre, Lopdell House, 418 Titirangi Rd, Titirangi.
First term dates Monday 23 July – September 24, 2018.
Children (9—12 yrs) 4.30—5.45 pm ($100)
Teens (13—17 yrs) 5.50—7.30 pm ($120)
Adults 7.35—9.45 pm ($200)
Second term dates Monday 15 October – 17 December 2018. (no class Labour Day)
Courses follow on from each other, although they are self-contained in that new students may be able to join second term if there are places.
Class sizes are kept to a maximum of 12 - 14 students.
If you have a 12 year old who is turning 13 in 2018, and are unsure whether to enrol in the children’s or teens’ class, feel free to discuss with John which is best for your child.
First term content
Explore the craft of acting in a fun, supportive environment. Each week the class improves skills for voice, characterisation, script reading and performance with 'tried & true' exercises as well as intuitive steps honed over 20 years of teaching.
Classes are directed at developing tools needed to perform on the amateur or professional stage, or in film and TV. Side-benefits include an increase in confidence, vocal clarity, and a sense of fun.
The last week of every course is always a performance by the students at the theatre, with an invited audience of family and friends.
Second term content
Learn how to create amazing improvised theatre. Anyone can do it and it is so much fun.
Get over your barriers to expression, or add freshness to your acting work. Learn how to be in the moment, think quickly and work as a team.
Fees
Course fees are due in full before the start of each course (direct credit, cheque or cash).
Contact John for a bank account number or postal address.
Do you have two family members enrolling in classes? Ask John about his family discount.
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.
Experienced and inexperienced actors have worked successfully together in my classes for the last 20 years.”
“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, most recently as director for the sell-out season of Fawlty Towers.
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.
To enrol or for more information contact John.
Tutor: John Goudge
Ph 021 2329822
Email: goudgedrama@gmail.com
with tutor John Goudge
Titirangi Theatre encourages performing arts by producing a fine selection of plays each year, running costume hire, supporting events, and offering acting workshops for children and adults.
The Theatre, newly refurbished as part of the Lopdell Precinct restoration, is a great place to belong. It gives people the opportunity to get involved on or off stage, or as audience members. Participants in acting training get a chance to be part of the theatre, including class trips to plays (when appropriate).
About the courses
Two ten week terms are offered in 2018, with classes on Monday afternoon or evenings
at the Theatre, Lopdell House, 418 Titirangi Rd, Titirangi.
First term dates Monday 23 July – September 24, 2018.
Children (9—12 yrs) 4.30—5.45 pm ($100)
Teens (13—17 yrs) 5.50—7.30 pm ($120)
Adults 7.35—9.45 pm ($200)
Second term dates Monday 15 October – 17 December 2018. (no class Labour Day)
Courses follow on from each other, although they are self-contained in that new students may be able to join second term if there are places.
Class sizes are kept to a maximum of 12 - 14 students.
If you have a 12 year old who is turning 13 in 2018, and are unsure whether to enrol in the children’s or teens’ class, feel free to discuss with John which is best for your child.
First term content
Explore the craft of acting in a fun, supportive environment. Each week the class improves skills for voice, characterisation, script reading and performance with 'tried & true' exercises as well as intuitive steps honed over 20 years of teaching.
Classes are directed at developing tools needed to perform on the amateur or professional stage, or in film and TV. Side-benefits include an increase in confidence, vocal clarity, and a sense of fun.
The last week of every course is always a performance by the students at the theatre, with an invited audience of family and friends.
Second term content
Learn how to create amazing improvised theatre. Anyone can do it and it is so much fun.
Get over your barriers to expression, or add freshness to your acting work. Learn how to be in the moment, think quickly and work as a team.
Fees
Course fees are due in full before the start of each course (direct credit, cheque or cash).
Contact John for a bank account number or postal address.
Do you have two family members enrolling in classes? Ask John about his family discount.
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.
Experienced and inexperienced actors have worked successfully together in my classes for the last 20 years.”
“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, most recently as director for the sell-out season of Fawlty Towers.
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.
To enrol or for more information contact John.
Tutor: John Goudge
Ph 021 2329822
Email: goudgedrama@gmail.com