ADULT WORKSHOPS

ADULT WORKSHOPS

DIRECTING FOR ADULTS WITH DANIEL PENGELLY:

Gain essential skills to bring your creative vision to life in this hands-on directing workshop. Learn how to inspire and strengthen actor performances, give clear direction, and refine your communication. Explore script analysis, planning, working with a creative team, and when to step back. This immersive experience requires participants to act for each other, deepening their understanding of both sides of the process. Whether you're a new or experienced director, this workshop will equip you with the tools to lead with confidence and clarity. A script will be sent in advance for you to read before the workshop.

ACTING FOR ADULTS WITH JOEL TOBECK:

Elevate your craft in this dynamic collaborative workshop designed for seasoned actors. Engage with advanced techniques, delve into character development, and cultivate emotional authenticity. Participants will explore the subtleties of performance that enhance storytelling, refining their skills and deepening their artistic practice. This program is ideal for those seeking to further hone their craft and push the boundaries of their performance.

CLASS INFO - DIRECTING FOR ADULTS WITH DANIEL PENGELLY

  • $150 per person.

  • April 12, 2025, from 10am-4pm (lunch break 12.30-1pm).

CLASS INFO - ACTING FOR ADULTS WITH JOEL TOBECK:

  • $150 per person.

  • May 4, 2025, from 10am-1pm.

One of Australasia’s most experienced and respected actors, Joel Tobeck's skill set embraces voice work, radio, improv, Theatresports, dance and choreography. Two dozen film roles from whimsical comedy to intense drama and horror; and a television career that has seen him move comfortably between New Zealand, Australia and the U.S in a variety of genres. Awards include NZ Film & TV Awards 2021 Best Actor for Black Hands; Most Outstanding Performance By an Actor at the Australian Subscription Television & Radio Association Awards, and in 2019 a Best Actor nomination for Alibi, an innovative non-linear drama for TVNZ On Demand.

Daniel Pengelly has worked as a theatre performer and director around New Zealand for 20 years. His specialities are improv acting, comedy directing and theatre programming. Daniel holds a Masters Degree in Theatre Directing for Toi Whakaari and was Artistic Director of Centrepoint Theatre 2017-2019 and Artistic Director of The Court Theatre 2020-2021.