In this intensive, our international guest instructor Tim Orr explores a simple but often overlooked question: is there really a need for conflict and trouble between characters in every scene? What happens when we choose to play people who genuinely like each other? When characters get along, support one another, and share a point of … Continued
JUMP TO REGISTRATION Curious about our classes but not sure if it will suit your child? Well, now is your chance to let your kids try it out for FREE! Watch your kids participate in a workshop, meet the admin team, the instructors, ask questions and find out all about our Improv, Drama and Musical … Continued
JUMP TO REGISTRATION Curious about our classes but not sure what improv is all about? Well, now is your chance to give it a test drive! Our Trial Class is an opportunity for you to come along and see what we do at the Playhouse for free! Participate in a workshop, meet the team, ask … Continued
This is a very special new offering for our more committed 7–8-year-old performers — a full production class designed to take students on a three-term journey towards a magical on-stage performance of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! Unlike our life-skills focused drama classes, this course is for kids with previous theatre experience who are ready … Continued
Tim Orr describes improv as “the process of continuously noticing.” In this intensive, our international guest instructor Tim Orr explores what that means in practice. What can we notice in scenes and stories? There are countless details, both big and small, present in every moment: the environment, objects, our characters, and the subtle shifts in … Continued
JUMP TO REGISTRATION 'There are people who prefer to say ‘Yes’, and there are people who prefer to say ‘No’. Those who say ‘Yes’ are rewarded by the adventures they have, and those who say ‘No’ are rewarded by the safety they attain.' - Keith Johnstone Go on a journey of self-discovery with us to … Continued
JUMP TO REGISTRATION 'The improviser has to understand that his first skill lies in releasing his partner’s imagination.' - Keith Johnstone 'Spirit’ is an important step in learning how to put our improv principles into practice: being positive, being average, being obvious, and putting the show and audience first. This course will teach you how … Continued
Your child has been invited to join a Bring-a-Friend session at The Courtyard Playhouse. This is a regular class session, not a performance or showcase. Children take part in age-appropriate drama, improv and storytelling activities, led by our experienced teaching team in our working theatre space. Important: Please arrange the exact class time directly with … Continued
JUMP TO REGISTRATION 'There are people who prefer to say ‘Yes’, and there are people who prefer to say ‘No’. Those who say ‘Yes’ are rewarded by the adventures they have, and those who say ‘No’ are rewarded by the safety they attain.' - Keith Johnstone Go on a journey of self-discovery with us to … Continued
JUMP TO REGISTRATION “The improviser has to be like a man walking backwards. He sees where he has been, but he pays no attention to the future. His story can take him anywhere, but he must still ‘balance’ it, and give it shape, by remembering incidents that have been shelved and reincorporating them."" - Keith … Continued
Your child has been invited to join a Bring-a-Friend session at The Courtyard Playhouse. This is a regular class session, not a performance or showcase. Children take part in age-appropriate drama, improv and storytelling activities, led by our experienced teaching team in our working theatre space. Important: Please arrange the exact class time directly with … Continued
Your child has been invited to join a Bring-a-Friend session at The Courtyard Playhouse. This is a regular class session, not a performance or showcase. Children take part in age-appropriate drama, improv and storytelling activities, led by our experienced teaching team in our working theatre space. Important: Please arrange the exact class time directly with … Continued
Your child has been invited to join a Bring-a-Friend session at The Courtyard Playhouse. This is a regular class session, not a performance or showcase. Children take part in age-appropriate drama, improv and storytelling activities, led by our experienced teaching team in our working theatre space. Important: Please arrange the exact class time directly with … Continued
Your child has been invited to join a Bring-a-Friend session at The Courtyard Playhouse. This is a regular class session, not a performance or showcase. Children take part in age-appropriate drama, improv and storytelling activities, led by our experienced teaching team in our working theatre space. Important: Please arrange the exact class time directly with … Continued
Your child has been invited to join a Bring-a-Friend session at The Courtyard Playhouse. This is a regular class session, not a performance or showcase. Children take part in age-appropriate drama, improv and storytelling activities, led by our experienced teaching team in our working theatre space. Important: Please arrange the exact class time directly with … Continued