What’s On Calendar
OPEN DAY & SAMPLE CLASS
Experience the acting technique taught at the Studio through practical exercises, explore the space and ask questions about our core training programs. Attendance is free and all are welcome.
Open Day & Sample Class date: 13 Sept, 10:30am-1pm
ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE INTENSIVE WITH KAREN ANDERSON
Explore the principles of the Alexander Technique and develop practical tools for greater ease, awareness and freedom in your work. Open to all creatives, with no previous experience required.
Intensive date: 27 Sept, 10am-4pm
OCT 2026 | 10 WEEK ESSENTIAL ACTING PROGRAM | APPLICATIONS OPEN
Build a clear, practical and repeatable approach to acting through ten weeks of technique, scene work, voice and performance training. Suitable for both emerging and experienced actors.
Program dates: 5 October-14 December 2026.
Applications close 25 September.
2026 TECHNIQUE MASTERCLASS WITH HOWARD FINE | APPLICATIONS OPEN
Train directly with Howard Fine in this immersive four-day acting masterclass. Apply the technique to live scene work and receive detailed, individual feedback.
Masterclass dates: 10-13 Dec 2026
Applications to participate close 4 October 2026.
2027 PART TIME PROFESSIONAL ACTING PROGRAM | AUDITIONS OPEN
Develop your craft through six months of rigorous, practical acting training designed to fit alongside work and other commitments. Applications and auditions for the 2027 intake are now open.
Program dates: Feb-July 2027, exact dates TBC.
Applications close 1 February 2027.
2027 FULL TIME PROFESSIONAL ACTING PROGRAM | AUDITIONS OPEN
Unleash your potential with our one‑year Full‑Time Acting Program (Term 1 starts 4 March 2026). Rolling online auditions begin June 2026, closing in February 2027.
Program dates: Feb-Dec 2027, exact dates TBC.
Applications close 15 Feb 2027
2027 PROFESSIONAL YOUTH ACTING PROGRAM | AUDITIONS OPEN
This fun, rewarding and challenging year-long program is designed to inspire confidence in passionate and professional young actors aged 14-19.
Program dates: Mar-Dec 2027, exact dates TBC.
Applications close 10 Feb 2027
SIX WEEK PROFESSIONAL SERIES WITH SCOTT MAJOR - SEPTEMBER
A fast-paced, application-only series for experienced actors. Work on three scenes with changing scene partners while developing your ability to listen, respond to direction and adapt in the moment.
DRAMA SCHOOL AUDITION WORKSHOP
Thinking about applying to drama school?
Join Studio Director Philip Hayden for this free workshop designed to help you stand out, stay truthful, and succeed in your drama school audition.
FREE
FOUR WEEK SCREEN ACTING CLASS WITH ANDY RAPPOS
Build stronger on-camera technique in this four-week screen acting class with Andy Rappos. A new script each week, focused feedback, real screen craft.
$375
SIX WEEK PROFESSIONAL SERIES WITH SCOTT MAJOR - JULY
In this six-session class Scott works closely with you as you explore new characters and scenes.
$495
HOW TO BUILD AND GROW INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS WITH EMILY JOY
A live online session with Emily Joy on building and growing industry connections, with practical strategies for developing meaningful professional relationships.
$55
THE IMAGINED TRUTH WITH MARILYN MCINTYRE
A live online lecture with Marilyn McIntyre exploring substitution and transference (aka The Imagined Truth), with practical tools for building truthful, personal connection in performance.
$55
AUDITIONS & INDUSTRY LECTURE WITH PHILIP HAYDEN
A live online lecture with Philip Hayden covering auditions, industry expectations, and how to approach your work with clarity and consistency.
$55
HFAS SCRATCH NIGHT JUNE 2026
Have you got something you want to say? Ever wondered if you could write a monologue? Well now's your chance. Join us for a night of creativity, fun and expression as we challenge you to write, refine and perform a monologue to a packed audience of your colleagues.
$25 to participate
Free to Observe
PLAYING PHYSICAL CONDITIONS WITH HOWARD FINE
Observe a live online class with Howard Fine focused on playing physical conditions, offering insight into how actors apply technique in real time.
$55
SCENE STUDY WITH SARAH CLARKE - JUNE
At the Howard Fine Acting Studio, actors deepen their understanding of The Studio's award-winning approach to acting through weekly Scene Study classes.
Please Note: These classes are available for students familiar with the Howard Fine technique. You must have completed a core training program before participating in Scene Study.
$495
EMOTIONAL COURAGE WITH MARILYN MCINTYRE
A live online lecture with Marilyn McIntyre exploring emotional courage in performance, with practical tools for building truthful, connected work.
$55
ONLINE ACTING LECTURE SERIES: SCRIPT ANALYSIS LECTURE WITH HOWARD FINE
A live online lecture with Howard Fine introducing his 8-step approach to script analysis and role preparation.
$55
ONLINE ACTING LECTURE SERIES: ALL SIX LECTURES
A series of live online lectures connecting LA faculty and the Australian studio, offering practical tools and a clear approach to acting you can apply immediately.
$55 (Bundle offers available)