HSC Drama Monologue Masterclass

Are you ready to take your HSC Drama monologue to the next level? Join us for an exclusive Individual Monologue Masterclass, designed to equip year 12 students with the skills and confidence to excel in the HSC drama practical assessment.

This dynamic course begins with choosing the right monologue, one that aligns with your strengths, resonates with your interests, and meets the assessment criteria. Learn how to break down the rubric, select material that highlights your unique abilities, and craft a compelling narrative that captivates your audience.

In the preparation phase, dive deep into the art of performance with expert guidance.

• Beat Work and Line Learning Techniques: Master the art of breaking your monologue into actionable sections (beats) while developing practical methods to memorize lines with ease and precision, ensuring a seamless and confident delivery.

• Given Circumstances: Unpack the world of your character and their objectives to deliver a rich, authentic performance.

• Techniques: Explore Meisner’s emotional truth, Stanislavsky’s psychological action, and Practical Aesthetics’ simplicity in action to find what works best for you.

• Physical and Psychological Action to Blocking: Connect movement with intent and embody your character’s journey on stage.

• Voice Work: Develop vocal dexterity with voice training, mastering projection, articulation, and nuance to tell your story with confidence and charisma.
  
  Whether you’re aiming for top marks or simply striving to grow as a performer, this masterclass will provide you with the tools, techniques, and confidence to shine.
  
  The workshop is led by The McDonald College Senior Acting Teacher Romy Bartz, who can be reached at romy.bartz@mcdonald.nsw.edu.au.

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Non-McDonald College students are welcome.