Australia’s world-famous National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) has opened its applications to study in 2020 for the next generation of artists, technicians and creatives. Applications are open for all of NIDA’s Master, Bachelor and Diploma courses and all aspiring creatives are encouraged to apply.
New in 2020, its highly competitive Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) course is offering a Singing Actor stream. The move recognises the increasing opportunities for actors to take lead roles in musical theatre productions, like for example, recent graduate Mark Hill performing the role of Riff in the Opera Australia production of West Side Story. The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) is led by the Director, Centre for Acting, John Bashford with the new Singing Actor stream coordinated by NIDA’s Head of Music, Andrew Ross.
NIDA’s Executive Director Conservatoire Dr Amanda Morris said that the move responds to the demands of an ever-changing performance industry. ‘NIDA students already work with leading industry experts in their field, and the Singing Actor stream will not be any different, with students working with guest directors, choreographers and musical directors.’ Dr Morris said that from a legacy in dramatic arts education that spans 60 years, the talented graduates of NIDA can be found across the world, in major performing arts organisations, television and film companies and ensembles.