ADULT COURSES

THE NATIONAL THEATRE

SCHOOL OF IRELAND

SUMMER 2009
CONFIDENCE
AND CREATIVITY
A wide range of part time courses for adults in Temple Bar and Cork
BOOKING 01 679 9277 LO CALL 1890 258 358 EMAIL info@gaietyschool.com
www.gaietyschool.com
 WELCOME NOTE
I’m delighted to introduce you to The Gaiety
School of Acting – The National Theatre School
of Ireland’s Summer Programme 2009. The
Gaiety School of Acting is Ireland’s premier
training facility for actors, and throughout the
summer months we’ll be providing plenty of
opportunities for adult students to get involved
with us.
Our summer courses cater for all levels, ranging
from our hugely popular Introductory Adult
Summer Drama courses to Advanced Page to
Stage, Acting for Camera, Voice & Stage
Combat Weekends & lots more. Adult courses
are available in both Dublin and Cork throughout
the entire summer, and are designed to provide
the highest quality of actor training available in a
THREE SIMPLE WAYS TO ENROL
AT THE GAIETY SCHOOL:
POST – Fill in the detachable booking form at
the centre of this brochure and mail to: The
Gaiety School of Acting, Sycamore Street,
Temple Bar, Dublin 2.
TELEPHONE – phone the office to reserve
your place – 01 6799277 or LoCall: 1890 258
358
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relaxed and sociable environment.
So if you’re interested in giving acting a go, why
not take the leap and give us a call? You’re sure
to find something to stir up your imagination in
the following pages!
Finally, keep an eye out for our recession
busting price cuts - nearly all of our prices have
been drastically cut this summer, some by up to
45%!
Best Wishes,
Patrick Sutton
Director
IN PERSON – Places can be booked in
person from the reception at The Gaiety School
of Acting, Sycamore Street, Temple Bar,
Dublin 2. (Mon to Fri 9am-9pm; Sat 10am-5pm).
FEE PAYMENT TERMS
The balance of your course fees must be paid in full on or
before the date of your first class. You may only attend
the course when your course fees have been paid in full.
If your fees have not been paid in full you will not be
admitted to class. €50 booking deposits are not
refundable under any circumstances. Course fees are
only refundable if the Gaiety School receives your
cancellation at least 5 days prior to the commencement
of your course. Direct Debit payment option available –
see www.gaietyschool.com for further information.
 ADULT COURSES
ADULT SUMMER
DRAMA TEMPLE BAR COURSE CODE
This course is a practical introduction to acting
The Gaiety School of Acting
and improvisation, held 3 evenings a week for
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
three weeks in Dublin, and over an intensive
Mon 6th - Wed 22nd July ASD1
weekend in Cork. Designed for people with an
Mon 27th July - Wed 12th Aug* ASD2
interest in the development of scenes for the
Mon 17th Aug - Wed 2nd Sept ASD3
stage, it is also useful for those who wish to
7pm-10pm
expand their general communication skills. No
€295
experience is required, but a willingness to
*Due to the August Bank Holiday, the 2nd week of this course will
participate whole-heartedly is important. The run Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
course is run by leading theatre professionals
including writers and directors. CORK COURSE CODE

Tutors in the past have included David Byrne, The Firkin Crane
Michael West, Gavin Kostick, Donal Courtney, Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th July CASD
John Delaney, Gene Rooney, Jim Culleton, Stella 10am-5pm RECESSION
Majewsky and Liz Kuti. €200 BUSTING PRIC
Some pri ES!
ces up
45% less than to
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ADULT PAGE TO
STAGE
This 20 hour course takes place over five weeks,
2 evenings per week in Dublin and over an
intensive weekend in Cork. The course is open
to those who have completed our Introduction
to Drama or Adult Summer Drama courses, or
for those with sufficient drama
experience/training. Page to Stage covers the
study of text and character development,
devising, and scene work for performance. For
those who wish to take the next step, an
Advanced Page to Stage course is available.
ADVANCED PAGE TO
STAGE
This is a follow-on course for those who have
completed the Page to Stage programme, in
which students will work with more challenging
text and learn the basic principles of directing.
It is designed to give participants an opportunity
to explore more serious aspects of drama
training without having to make a full time
commitment. This course also runs over 5
weeks for 2 nights a week in Dublin, and over an
intensive weekend in Cork.

TEMPLE BAR COURSE CODE TEMPLE BAR COURSE CODE

The Gaiety School of Acting The Gaiety School of Acting
Tuesday & Thursday Monday & Wednesday
Tues 7th July - Thurs 6th Aug PS1 Mon 6th July -Wed 5th Aug* APS1
Tues 11th Aug - Thurs 10th Sept PS2 Mon 10th Aug - Wed 9th Sept APS2
7pm-9pm 7pm-9pm
€280 (Almost 20% OFF!) €280 (Almost 20% OFF!)
*Due to the August Bank Holiday, the last week of this course will run on Tuesday and Wednesday.
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ADULT THEATRE
COMPANY
– CORK ONLY
Experienced students are invited to join our
Adult Theatre Company. Over the summer,
meeting every Tuesday evening for 8 weeks, the
group will work on a chosen text. The site
specific play will be presented at the end of the
summer at the chosen site in Cork. The
Company is perfect for those who have acting
skills and would like to explore their further
potential in a concentrated training and
rehearsal atmosphere.
CORK COURSE CODE
The Firkin Crane
Tuesday
Tuesday 7th July - Tuesday 25th Aug ATC
7pm-10pm
€220
ADULT COURSES
ADULT STUDIO
– CORK ONLY
The Studio, held on Friday nights, gives
advanced students who are serious about their
acting the opportunity to enhance and practice
their skills, prepare for auditions and work in a
concentrated, professional setting, receiving
constant feedback about their progress. The
course will cover advanced physical and vocal
training, as well as various other acting skills.
This course is open to advanced students who
have completed at least three terms with the
Gaiety School of Acting, or to advanced acting
students with the discipline and commitment to
work at a very advanced level (admission by
interview).
CORK COURSE CODE
South Parish Community Centre
Friday 3rd July - Friday 28th Aug STU
8pm-10pm
€210
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3. CAREER SKILLS focuses on the
development of a commercial vocabulary, the
encouragement of professional confidence at
audition and the provision of information on how
to source and sustain professional work.

CORK COURSE CODE

South Parish Community Centre
Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th Aug CCAM3
10am-5pm
€200 (Almost 40% OFF!)

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ACTING FOR CAMERA

These evening classes are designed to give
participants first hand experience of Acting for
Camera. The courses run 2 evenings a week for
four weeks in Temple Bar, and over an intensive
weekend in Cork. Each module can be taken as
a stand alone course, however many
participants take the courses in sequence. 2. PRACTICAL SKILLS focuses on
demonstrating the technical requirements of film
1. ACTING SKILLS focuses on the as well as the basic analytical skills used to
development of physical, vocal and emotional explore script. Participants will also be
techniques required by film. Students will introduced to audition technique – a necessary
explore the differences and similarities between skill for those wishing to pursue a career in TV
stage and screen acting. and Film.

TEMPLE BAR COURSE CODE TEMPLE BAR COURSE CODE

The Gaiety School of Acting The Gaiety School of Acting
Tuesdays & Thursdays Tuesday & Thursday
Tues 7th - Thurs 30th July TBCAM1 Tues 11th Aug - Thurs 3rd Sept TBCAM2
7pm-10pm 7pm-10pm
€300 €300

CORK COURSE CODE CORK COURSE CODE

South Parish Community Centre South Parish Community Centre
Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th July CCAM1 Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th July CCAM2
10am-5pm 10am-5pm
€200 (Almost 40% OFF!) €200 (Almost 40% OFF!)

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WEEKEND WORKSHOPS
VOICE
Understand your voice and make it work for you.
This Saturday workshop is taught by Cathal
Quinn and will focus on developing a strong and
articulate voice. Using texts from a wide range
of writers, this practical course will give you the
confidence to use your voice effectively.
Cathal Quinn is Head of Voice on the Full Time
Actor Training Programme at the Gaiety School
of Acting. He is a regular dialect coach at the
prestigious Gate Theatre and has worked with
leading actors on TV and Film. Cathal also has a
Masters from the Central School of Speech and
Drama, London.
TEMPLE BAR COURSE CODE
The Gaiety School of Acting
Saturday 11th July VW
10am-6pm
€115 (45% OFF!)
STAGE COMBAT
If you’ve always fancied yourself as a
swashbuckling hero like Johnny Depp in Pirates
Of The Carribean, or perhaps Angelina Jolie in
Tomb Raider then this is the class for you. This
weekend workshop caters for those with no
previous experience, introducing the student to
Rapier and Dagger Fight Techniques as well as
Unarmed Combat. The tutor, Paul Burke, is a
member of the Equity Stunt Register and has
worked as a Fight Director, Actor and Stunt
Performer.
ADULT COURSES
SINGING FOR MUSICAL
THEATRE
This special weekend workshop gives students
an opportunity to explore the presentation of
songs in a theatrical context. The students will
work together on some well known group songs
while receiving expert technical advice from
vocal coach Russell Smith. Students are also
asked to bring along a song of their own choice
which may be used for individual work.
Russell Smith is a graduate of the GSA and
teaches singing on our acclaimed full time actor
training programme. He has studied both
classical singing and the Roy Hart technique.
TEMPLE BAR COURSE CODE
The Gaiety School of Acting
Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th July SMT
10am-6pm
€175
TEMPLE BAR COURSE CODE
The Gaiety School of Acting
Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th July SCW
12pm-5pm
€150
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ADULT COURSES
MUSICAL THEATRE
GUYS & DOLLS
WEEKEND
This intensive weekend course is perfectly
suited to students with an interest in Musical
Theatre, but who haven’t had a chance to try it
out before. Over the course of the weekend
students will work on scenes from the hit
musical ‘Guys & Dolls’, including dance pieces,
songs, and straight scenes with an emphasis on
character development. There will be both
ensemble and solo pieces, with plenty of room
for individual attention. It’s not necessary to be
a great singer so don’t be shy – this course will
help you to build your confidence and learn
some of the tricks of the trade, so if you’ve
always enjoyed musical theatre and want to
give it a go, here’s your chance!
The weekend will culminate in a showcase from
5pm – 6pm on Sunday, which friends and family
are invited to attend.
Both of the above courses are taught by musical theatre director and performer Sharon Sexton. Sharon has
appeared in a number of musicals, including the first ever musical version of Jane Eyre and also Jekyll and Hyde.
Directing credits include a number of productions – Singing In The Rain, Guys & Dolls, West Side Story and more.
TEMPLE BAR COURSE CODE
The Gaiety School of Acting
Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th Aug MTGD
10am-6pm
€175
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WEEKEND WORKSHOPS
MUSICAL THEATRE
WICKED VS SWEENEY
TODD WEEKEND
This weekend course is open to students who
have some experience in musical theatre and
wish to further develop their technique and
skills. Students who have completed the Guys
& Dolls weekend may also join this course.
Over the course of the weekend, students will
work on extracts from the two hit musicals
Wicked and Sweeney Todd - both of which offer
challenging vocal work for those who wish to
develop their vocal technique. In this weekend
there will be more focus on individual coaching,
and there will also be a focus on character
development and performance, culminating in a
showcase for friends & family from 5pm – 6pm
on Sunday.
TEMPLE BAR COURSE CODE
The Gaiety School of Acting
Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th Aug MTWS
10am-6pm
€175
 APPLICATION FORM SUMMER COURSES 2009
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COMMENCEMENT DATE.

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 GAIETY SCHOOL
OF ACTING STAFF
DIR ECT OR
Patrick Sutton
GENE R AL MAN AG E R
TALE TOWN Niamh Byrne
COOR DI NATO R
Amy Dawson
PART T I ME COUR S ES COO R DI N ATO R
John Delaney
MARKE T I NG & DE V EL O PM EN T OF F IC E R
Ciara Kinsella
RE CE PT I O N
Aishling O'Donoghue
Richie Murphy

For further information on any of our courses, or to book Important Notes - Please read carefully: Dates,
a place, please contact The Gaiety School of Acting, times and venues are correct at the time of going
Sycamore Street,Temple Bar, Dublin 2. to print. All details are subject to change at short
notice. Courses may be cancelled if booking
numbers are insufficient. The School is not
TELEPHONE (01) 679 9277 responsible for travel or accommodation costs
incurred by individuals travelling to courses.
FAX (01) 679 9568 Photographs by: Futoshi Sakauchi, Patrick
Sutton, Karen Ann Delaney, Kieran Brennan;
LO-CALL 1890 258 358 Ciara Kinsella; Veronika Korinkova, Aishling
O'Donoghue.
EMAIL info@gaietyschool.com Translation by: Seana Nic Airt.
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