Year Long Youth Course
Professional Acting Program
Course Overview
The Howard Fine Acting Studio One Year Youth Acting Program introduces young actors to the world of professional actor training, giving them the opportunity to explore the award-winning techniques developed by Howard Fine in Los Angeles, and studied by actors the world over.
This one day a week, year-long program is designed to be fun, rewarding, challenging, inspiring and confidence building. It has been created specifically for young people aged 14-19 who are passionate about acting or are professional young actors.
At A Glance | Year Long Youth Program
AWARD-WINNING ACTING TECHNIQUE
An award-winning approach to acting taught to Oscar, Golden Globe, Emmy, ACCTA, AFI and Logie winning actors. In hands-on, weekly classes, students will explore award-winning acting techniques through monologues, practical exercises, scene work and vocal work (please see below for a term by term breakdown of course content).
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY UNITS
Throughout the course, students will develop skills in script analysis, character development, effective rehearsal, self-evaluation, and by the end of the course, students will be able to approach any script or role with confidence. The course also features industry based components, including on-camera acting, auditioning and ‘self-tests’.
HIGH-LEVEL INDUSTRY INSIGHT
Go beyond 'best practice' and learn how to stand out from the crowd. This course is designed for anyone with a passion for performance, but will be particularly beneficial for those who are professional performers or are considering a career as an actor.
Students also have the ongoing opportunity to audit (observe) numerous classes hosted by Howard Fine including his Eight Steps Lecture and Audition Technique.
"The Howard Fine Studio enabled me to utilise the best parts of myself to become a more grounded, open, and adaptable Actor."
- Stelios Ioannides (Youth & Part Time Program)
“If you want some of the best acting training in the world. This is the place. The whole cohort of teachers is amazing and the love and care they give to each actor on their journey is incredible.”
- Jack Brophy (Part Time Program)
“I'm incredibly grateful for studying with the Howard Fine studio in Australia. The studio is the perfect training ground to get you started or to enhance your current skill set.”
- Tess McKaige (Part Time Program)
SAMUEL JOHNSON
(Molly, Rush, The Secret Life of Us)
Multi-award-winning actor Samuel Johnson tells us why he wouldn't be where he is in his career without Howard Fine and his training.
Audition Information, Contact Hours & Term Dates
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: February 2025
AUDITIONS COMMENCE: End of October 2024 (rolling offers apply)
Classes take place on Sundays from 2-5pm over four terms beginning in early March and ending in early November.
2025 Course Dates are TBC.
The following are the 2024 course dates for reference:
Term 1: 3 March - 24 March (4 weeks)
Term 2: 21 April - 23 June (10 weeks)
Term 3: 21 July - 15 September (9 weeks)
Term 4: 6 October - 3 November (5 weeks)
Financial Information
Course fee: $2,260
The course fee is payable in instalments throughout the year. There are a variety of payment schedules to choose from including (but not restricted to) 33 weekly payments of $68.50 or four termly of $565.
To apply for the Youth Program, you will need to fill out the application form above and attend an audition.
Open Day & Sample Class
The Studio is pleased to offer any young actors interested in applying for our Youth Program the opportunity to sample our training, meet key faculty members and explore what the Youth Program has to offer.
The Open Day & Sample Class is designed to be highly informative, practical and hands-on. Attendees will have fun and be inspired as they are introduced to key acting concepts in a series of practical exercises.
Towards the end of the class, students also have the chance to workshop a monologue which can be prepared in advance or assigned on the day.
Subscribe to the mailing list to find out when the next Youth Program Open Day & Sample Class is hosted or email us directly at admin@howardfinestudio.com.au.
Audition Process
All auditions are hosted online and are scheduled to take place in November, December, January and February (the program begins in early March). Auditions are arranged for a date and time convenient for the applicant.
Commitment To Child Safety
The Howard Fine Acting Studio is strongly committed to the safety and well-being of all children and young people that interact with our organisation by creating and maintaining an environment where all our students feel safe, respected, valued and protected from harm.
We are committed to keeping up-to-date with best practice and will review our child safe policies each year and include any feedback from students, parents, carers, staff and relevant industry organisations. We are dedicated to safety, participation and empowerment of all children and young people.
For more information on the Howard Fine Acting Studio’s Child Safe Policies and Procedures, please contact our office.
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APPLICATION FORM
2025 | Apply Now
Participation in the Howard Fine Acting Studio Youth Program is by application and audition - we look forward to welcoming you to The Studio.
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Course Breakdown
Term 1
INTRODUCTION TO TECHNIQUE
In Term 1, students will be introduced to The Studio's award-winning technique training, as well as to the teachings of Uta Hagen; which when combined form the basis of our training.
Students will work on monologues and short scenes, as well as exploring Uta Hagen's 'Object Exercises', which are designed to help actors overcome performance challenges, such as self-consciousness. At the end of the term, students are introduced to Howard Fine's 'Eight Steps for Script Analysis and Role Preparation', which will inform their work in Term 2.
Term 2
APPLICATION OF TECHNIQUE TO TEXT
During Term 2, students will begin to apply what they have learned in Term 1 to text, through partnered scene work. During this process, students will learn how to analyse a script, research a role, develop a character and how to rehearse effectively.
During Term 2 students will also begin vocal work.
Term 3
APPLICATION OF TECHNIQUE TO INDUSTRY
During Term 3, students work with the camera, explore audition technique, learn how to self-test, and are provided with essential industry information and insight. This will allow students to deepen their understanding of technique training, as well as to develop skills necessary for a career as a professional actor.
During Term 3 students also have the opportunity to further develop their vocal skills.
Term 4
APPLICATION OF TECHNIQUE TO PERFORMANCE
During Term 4, students will take the acting principles they have learned throughout the program and look to refine them as they prepare pieces for an end-of-course public event.
Term 4 will end with an open class to which students can invite friends and family.