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At TAFTA we train actors to develop their craft, technical ability, artistry and mindset for a long

Australia's premier screen acting studio for Film & Television actors. At TAFTA we nurture all aspects of the art and craft of screen acting, including but not limited to: Movement + physical awareness, voice and vocal mastery, screen presence, creativity, improvisation, script analysis and skillset. All of which are designed to assist you to develop into a competitive, thoughtful and hard-working

actor in today's Film and Television Industry. Our teachers are working actors, directors, casting directors, producers and agents. Guided by our acclaimed industry professionals and acting coaches, our training is practical, hands-on, and theoretical. Combined with our detailed training of craft, behaviours, and artistry, we teach the important technical skills required to reach your potential in front of the camera, as well as the industry knowledge needed to reach your potential outside the classroom. Whether you are yet to gain experience, are looking for further guidance and professional training in craft, or have years of theatre experience under your belt but are looking for confidence in front of the camera, TAFTA will have something for you.⁠

13/01/2026

INTRO TO IMPROV 🎭

Ready to get out of your head and into the moment?�This 8-week Intro to Improv course is fun, freeing, and quietly transformational - not just within your craft, but in all areas of life.

Learn to:�🎤 Listen deeply & react truthfully�🎭 Create bold, grounded characters�⚡ Trust your instincts (onstage, on camera, in life)�😂 Laugh a LOT while building real confidence

Taught by award-winning writer & improviser Nathalie Antonia, this course blends scene work and targeted exercises to sharpen both your comedic and dramatic instincts.
In a world of self-tapes, Zoom auditions, and unscripted content, improv isn’t optional, it’s essential.�And beyond the industry? It’s three hours a week of presence, play, connection, and stress-release.

✨ No experience required�✨ Actors, creatives & curious minds welcome�✨ Optional showcase in Week 8�✨ Payment plans available

You are the instrument.�Improv teaches you to trust it.

📆 2nd February- 30th March
🕰️ Monday’s, 6.30pm-9.30pm
📍 TAFTA Studios: 20 Haughton Road, Oakleigh, VIC
🎟️ Spots are limited!

ENROL HERE: https://www.tafta.com.au/classes/intro-to-improv

Step out, play, and discover what’s possible when you let go and say yes!

12/01/2026

☀️ TAFTA Holiday Programs start THIS Wednesday! 🎥

🎬 3 Day Teen Acting & Filmmaking Intensive (Ages 13–18)
📅 THIS Wednesday 14 – Friday 16 Jan
🕙 10am–3pm
A three-day immersive for aspiring young actors. Participants will film a self-tape and a two-person scene, explore directing and crew roles, participate in mock auditions, and work on a career vision board. Students will gain hands-on skills in acting, improvisation, on-set etiquette, and building a professional showreel, all while developing confidence and real-world industry knowledge! 💡
BOOK HERE: https://www.tafta.com.au/youth/teenholidayprogram

🎥 Mini Movie Makers (Ages 5–8)
📅 Monday 19 Jan
🕙 10am–3pm
A fun, hands-on intro to acting and movie-making, finishing with a filmed scene to take home! ✨
BOOK HERE: https://www.tafta.com.au/youth/minimoviemakersholidayprogram

🎭 Junior 2 Day Holiday Program (Ages 9–12)
📅 Wednesday 21 & Thursday 22 Jan
🕙 10am–3pm
Two days of on-camera scene work, improv, games and camera technique - perfect for creative kids ready to shine! 🌟
BOOK HERE: https://www.tafta.com.au/youth/juniorholidayprogram

📍 20 Haughton Road, Oakleigh VIC
⚡ Spots are limited and already selling fast! Visit our website for more info and to book.

15/11/2025

Two Day Online Workshop with UK Casting Director, Jade Rambaut 🎬�
TAFTA is thrilled to welcome back Jade Rambaut (The Witcher, Den of Thieves 2, A Working Man).�Across two in-depth sessions, actors will receive personalised feedback on their self-tapes, guided redirection, and practical tools to elevate their screen performance.

📅 Thurs Dec 4 & Thurs Dec 11�⏰ 6:30pm–10:30pm AEDT�💻 Online via Zoom�💵 $200 + GST��🔗 Book today - https://www.tafta.com.au/online/two-dayworkshopwithjaderambaut

13/11/2025

Our NAI program kicks off tomorrow and we’re thrilled to announce our Day Four guest lineup for Tuesday, 18th November.

We’ll be joined by acclaimed director Sian Davies, whose work spans television, film and commercials, with credits including Watching You, Black Snow, Surviving Summer, The Twelve, Bloom, Wentworth, Offspring, Playing For Keeps, Gnomes and more.

We’ll also welcome Amy Mete, Casting Director at Nick Hamon Casting, known for leading major national campaigns and working across projects like Triple Oh!, Why Are You Like This, and high-profile commercials for brands such as Nike, Virgin Australia and Google.

A fantastic day of industry insight ahead!

And keep your eyes peeled for 2026 NAI announcements coming soon.. 👀

26/10/2025

🎬 AUDITIONS NOW OPEN - FEB 2026 FTP INTAKE!

Ready to launch your screen acting career? 🎥
TAFTA’s Full-Time Screen Acting Program is a hands-on, industry-focused course designed for actors who are ready to take the next step. Train three days a week in a professional, flexible environment that encourages you to audition, work, and earn while you study.
Forget endless lectures, this is real, practical screen training delivered by working industry professionals. Across the year, you’ll refine your craft, build your confidence, gain on-set insight, and graduate with a professional showreel ready to hit the industry running.
Whether you’re fresh out of Year 12, taking a gap year, or changing direction, this program is your springboard into the world of screen acting. 🌟

✨ CLASS DAYS: Mon, Wed & Fri

🕙 TIME: 10am - 5pm

🎓 INTAKE: February 2026 (dates TBC)

📍 Apply now via our website: https://www.tafta.com.au/fulltime-programapp

Questions?
📧 Email us: [email protected]
📞 Call us: 0435 992 092

22/10/2025

EMOTIONS with JOHN ORCSIK begins tonight! 🎭

If you are looking for a technique that can help you become emotional on cue, take after take that doesn’t require you to use real events from your past, this is the course for you!

Don’t live in Melbourne or can’t make it this time? Now you can sign up to Emotions: Module 1 ONLINE, running for 4 weeks, 2 nights per week. Kicking off Monday 1st December, this is one you don’t want to miss!

Sign up for our in person course beginning TONIGHT here: https://www.tafta.com.au/short-courses/emotions-module-1-with-john-orcsik

OR join our ONLINE Emotions: Module 1 classes: https://www.tafta.com.au/online

Please email us at [email protected] if you have any questions or would like to go on a payment plan for any of our classess 📧

15/10/2025

🎬 TERM 4 TEEN ACTING CLASSES START THIS SATURDAY!

Get ready to jump into 9 weeks of exciting, hands-on screen acting training at TAFTA Melbourne! Starting this Saturday, our weekly Saturday classes are designed to inspire and challenge young performers aged 10–18.

✨ TWO PROGRAM OPTIONS:
🎭 Teen Acting Program (ages 10–16)
2:00pm – 5:00pm with Lana Golja
Build confidence, sharpen your on-camera skills, and work with real film & TV scripts in a fun, supportive environment. Open to all experience levels!

Sign up for Teens Program here: https://goteamup.com/p/3187903-tafta-productions/courses/123085/

🎬 Advanced Teen Program (ages 14–18 – audition only)
10:00am – 2:00pm with John Orcsik
An intensive, industry-focused class for committed young actors ready to take their craft to the next level.

Sign up for Advanced Teens here: https://goteamup.com/p/3187903-tafta-productions/courses/123086/

Whether you’re just starting out or ready to go deeper with your training, TAFTA is the place to learn, grow, and connect with other passionate young performers.

🌟 Spots are limited – book your place now via our website!

🎥 And don’t forget – our Summer Holiday Programs for ages 5–18 will be announced soon! m

14/10/2025

🎞️ Starting tomorrow! 🌱 Groundwork with Mick Preston

A hands-on, on-camera acting class perfect for those beginning their screen journey, coming back to acting after time away, or making the move from theatre to film and TV. Build your technique, gain confidence on camera, and develop the tools to deliver truthful, grounded performances.

📅 Starts TOMORROW — Wednesday Oct 15�🕕 Wednesday’s | 6:30–9:30pm�📍 TAFTA Melbourne | Oakleigh
�💻 Enrol now via our website - link in bio

05/10/2025

📣 NAI: Day Three special guests announced!
We can’t wait to welcome Cinzia Coassin (Casting Director) and Nick Kozakis (Director) back to our TAFTA studios in Melbourne for day three of our National Actors Intensive in November!

*** Guest update: Nick Kozakis will now be swapping sessions with Lou Mitchell on Saturday and Lou will be one of our guests for our Monday sessions.

🚨 ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT 🚨

The NAI offers 10 workshops across 5 days (two 4-hour sessions daily with a 1 hour lunch break), designed to challenge, inspire and prepare actors for the professional demands of the industry.

More special guests will be revealed soon… stay tuned!

💲 Price: $1500 + GST (Payment Plans Available)�📍 Venue: TAFTA Studios Melbourne – 20 Haughton Road, Oakleigh�👥 Ages: Strictly ages 16+
✨ Bookings are now open via our website. Spots are strictly limited – secure yours today!

💼 What to Bring:�• SD Card (to record your work)�• Notebook & pen�• Water + lunch/snacks

🚘 Parking & Transport:�• Limited all-day parking on Haughton Rd�• Oakleigh Station directly across the road

📧 Join our mailing list to stay updated on all announcements, classes, and exciting changes ahead!

15/09/2025

IMPROV: New Dates - Starts THIS Wednesday night💥 �
Improv isn’t just comedy games, it’s one of the most powerful tools an actor can have. Over 8 weeks, you’ll sharpen instincts, respond truthfully, and learn to live fully in the moment so your work on stage and screen feels alive, surprising, and unforgettable.

🎭 Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned performer, this course will expand your range, free your creativity, and transform the way you approach every audition and role.

📅 17th Sept – 5th Nov
⏰ 6:30pm – 9:30pm Wednesday nights
📍 TAFTA Studios: 20 Haughton Road, Oakleigh
💵 $660 + GST
🚨 Only 3 spots left!

Visit https://www.tafta.com.au/short-courses/improvwithnathalieantonia for more information and to book!

31/08/2025

📣 NAI: Day One special guests announced! 📣

We’re thrilled to announce that kicking off the Intensive on Saturday 15th November will be two of Australia’s most highly regarded Casting Directors: Thea McLeod and Lou Mitchell.

This November, the NAI returns with five powerful days of training alongside some of Australia’s most respected Casting Directors and Directors.
The Intensive offers 10 workshops across 5 days (two 4-hour sessions daily with a 1 hour lunch break), designed to challenge, inspire and prepare actors for the professional demands of the industry.

More special guests will be revealed soon… stay tuned!

BOOK HERE: https://goteamup.com/p/3187903-tafta-productions/courses/121510/

💲 Price: $1500 + GST (Payment Plans Available)�📍 Venue: TAFTA Studios Melbourne – 20 Haughton Road, Oakleigh�👥 Ages: Strictly ages 16+
✨ Bookings are now open via our website. Spots are strictly limited – secure yours today!

💼 What to Bring:�• SD Card (to record your work)�• Notebook & pen�• Water + lunch/snacks

🚘 Parking & Transport:�• Limited all-day parking on Haughton Rd�• Oakleigh Station directly across the road

📧 Join our mailing list to stay updated on all announcements, classes, and exciting changes ahead!

26/08/2025

✨ Unlock Your Authenticity Through Improv ✨�
Improv isn’t just comedy games, it’s one of the most powerful tools an actor can have. Over 8 weeks, you’ll sharpen instincts, respond truthfully, and learn to live fully in the moment so your work on stage and screen feels alive, surprising, and unforgettable.

🎭 Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned performer, this course will expand your range, free your creativity, and transform the way you approach every audition and role.

📅 10th Sept – 29th Oct
⏰ 6:30pm – 9:30pm Wednesday nights
📍 TAFTA Studios: 20 Haughton Road, Oakleigh
💵 $660 + GST

Visit https://www.tafta.com.au/short-courses/improvwithnathalieantonia for more information and to book!

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Brunswick, VIC
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Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
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Since 1994, TAFTA has been dedicated to giving students of all ages the confidence to pursue and learn the craft of screen-acting, whether it be film, television or commercial, taking their knowledge into whatever career they desire.