NB: There are limited spaces available in our classes so be sure to ENROL NOW to avoid disappointment 
RTC : HOME OF THE ARTS
WHAT WE OFFER
The Roo Theatre Performing Arts School prepares students for stage performance by teaching a range of theatrical skills. Through developing their skills in stagecraft, improvisation and characterisation, students also develop their confidence and social skills.

All tutors and staff of the Roo Theatre Company have current Working with Children clearances and are appropriately qualified for their duties. Our weekly lessons have been developed to complement the NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards curriculum taught in schools, while providing an authentic learning environment
DRAMA CLASSES
Open for all ages.
The Home of the Arts Drama classes are split into multiple classes, covering tuition for Kindy, right through to Adult. Through a series of specialised games and activities, the students will learn the skills of; public speaking, quick thinking, character development, imagination skills, confidence building, and working as part of a team. Classes are designed and programmed to teach children the basics of Drama, including projection on stage, movement, script work, working as part of a team, theatre etiquette and many more fundamental elements of the craft. Many different forms of theatre will be covered throughout the year in different classes.
MUSICAL THEATRE CLASSES
Open for students aged 9+
The Musical Theatre classes are divided into Junior and Senior groups, Junior classes are open for students from aged 9 to 15, and senior classes for any persons over 16 years. The Musical Theatre classes will focus on Contemporary and Classical music theatre pieces, focusing on what we call the “triple threat”. Singing, Dancing, and Acting
ROO ENSEMBLE CLASSES
Open for students Year 4 - 12
These classes are performance based, and will focus on individual or group pieces for entry at local Eisteddfods. These classes are NOT musical based, the pieces for Eisteddfod's will be dramatic / comedy readings - monologues, duo-logues, three handers, etc. To gain entry to this class, you must book an audition. Audition details coming soon.
ROO PLAYERS CLASSES
Open for students Year 4 - 12
Due to popular demand, the Performance Group is back, under a new name - Roo Junior & Roo Senior Players. These classes are performance based, and require an audition to gain entry. Performances will be staged on the Roo main stage throughout the year. Audition details and productions released soon.
SCRIPT WRITING 101
Open for students aged 16+
Stage One will focus on understanding the challenges posed by script formats, the style of writing and general writing skill challenges and enhancement. Stage Two will focus on feedback giving and the beginning of scene-length through to short play length projects. During this phase the students will begin to give constructive feedback to each other in carefully controlled environments, not only teaching critical analysis and writing skills, but also social skills as they relate to the creative environment. Stage Three will be moving these projects towards completion and hypothetical implementation.
DIRECTING 101
Age 16+
This class is designed to teach directing to the most experienced, to the most novice. Beginning with Script Analysis and creative visions, students of this class will then begin a practical side of the industry, working closely with the director of the Roo Players classes, to create and stage 2 full productions per year.
NB: There are limited spaces available in our classes so be sure to ENROL NOW to avoid disappointment