The Acting and Communication Academy
Now taking expressions of interest for 2024
What we can offer
We encourage every student to explore their full potential, across the spectrum of performing arts. Our unique academy allows students to discover their passions and enhance their skills, developing a strong personal presence to drive success in every aspect of their lives. Backed by 25 years of performing arts experience, founder Kayte is driven to help young performers exceed their expectations.
Kayte Lewis
Academy Director
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Acting classes
Acting is so much more than stagecraft. It is a fundamental form of human expression. Those who perfect it emerge with profound life skills which propel them forward, whatever their situation or career. We provide a nurturing space where students can…
Communication classes
In a noisy world, we help students develop powerful voices. Our tutors focus on the nuances of speech – articulation, tone, pace – as well as volume. By optimising body language and speech skills, students can learn to deliver words of lasting impact – in public…
Musical Theatre classes
This special entertainment is the perfect platform for high-achieving students juggling multiple passions and skills. Burgeoning in popularity worldwide, musical theatre productions like The Lion King and Wicked delight audiences with…
Professional Qualifications
We offer professional qualifications of the highest standard. Our Trinity College London Diploma in Performance and Teaching offers comprehensive coverage – acting, speech, drama, musical theatre and communication. We are the only…
Online Short Courses
If you can’t come to us, we deliver the full range of performance instruction to you. Access professional learning remotely at a time and place to suit your busy lifestyle. Book an online coaching session and access the expertise of our dedicated, highly…
Workshops & Masterclasses
Our range of workshops and masterclasses cater all skill levels, from beginners to young professionals, covering a diverse range of topics and themes. Think acting, musical theatre, debating, stagecraft and staging plays…
Enrol today, through our online booking system:
Our Students
Whether you are new to the performing arts world or a young professional looking to practice and sharpen your expertise, the Acting and Communication Academy welcomes and builds from all skill levels. Our students come from all backgrounds; many are school-aged youngsters or mature students based in Sydney. Others access our expertise interstate or internationally, via remote learning.
Who We Are
The Academy is one of Sydney’s leading trainers in performance arts. We offer expert speech, drama, acting, communication and public speaking instruction for young people and adults – from Kinder to Year 12 and beyond. We also offer a pathway to teaching – many of our specialist tutors are ACA graduates themselves.
LOCATIONS
NORTH SHORE, Sydney
Pymble
Wahroonga – Knox Prepatory School, 2-4 Billyard Ave, Wahroonga NSW 2076
CBD, Sydney
Sydney CBD – 12/123 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Interstate & International
Online – If you can’t come to us, we deliver the full range of performance instruction to you. Access professional learning remotely at a time and place to suit your busy lifestyle. Book an online coaching session and access the expertise of our dedicated, highly qualified team of performance arts instructors.
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Aim High!
We follow dreams and deliver success.
Our unique performance and life lessons help students rise to challenges and chase goals, growing in confidence and curiosity every day.
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