Business Information

Australian Business Number

29 411 200 403

Current Timetable

2007

Monday: Burgmann Anglican School (teaching)

Tuesday: Burgmann Anglican School (teaching)

Wednesday: Burgmann Anglican School (teaching) TUTORING 3.15-4.15

Thursday: Burgmann Anglican School (teaching) TUTORING 3.15-4.15

Friday: Burgmann Anglican School (teaching) TUTORING 3.15-4.30

Mission

To assist each individual to enjoy using their voice and body for theatrical and everyday communication; and to further the understanding and appreciation of different aspects of theatre and film.

Competitive Advantage

There are no set texts or lessons plans, so students may use any material that they use at school or use their favourite texts etc.;

I also have a extensive range of texts for students so that monetary outlay for parents can be kept to a minimum;

Students have the opportunity to take part in lessons dedicated to group-work and advanced theatrical techniques which are usually only taught at certain Universities;

Students have the opportunity to participate in the Australian Music Examinations Board examinations which are recognised nationally, and to compete in Eisteddfods which further their experience;

Parents are encouraged to be involved in their child’s progress by meeting informally with me;

My specialist knowledge of the impact of music in film and theatre is valuable to any educational institution that teaches these disciplines.

While some businesses in the area provide one or two of these services, this business is unique in that it provides all of the above.

Slogan

"Confidence, Clarity, Conviction".

Product/Service Description

I offer students, aged five years and over, lessons that are focussed on their individual needs. These include issues regarding speech (such as confidence in public speaking, clarity of speech, accents, minor speech impediments) and drama (such as characterisation, mime, improvisation, reading and recitation of prose and poetry). These lessons occur weekly during the school term with the option of lessons during the school holiday.

The students have the opportunity to participate in Australian Music Examinations Board written and practical examinations that are recognised nationally and involve different areas of both speech and drama. The students also have the opportunity to compete in local Eisteddfods which further their experience and include the idea of competition while performing.

Day lessons are offered that provide the students with the experience of working in a group and performing in front of an audience. This also provides the opportunity for the students to assist and mentor each other.

Day lessons are offered for mature students regarding advanced theatrical techniques which include breathing techniques, costume appreciation, safe fighting and falling, correct usage of swords and guns etc.

There are complimentary meetings or phone conversations with the parents so that they are aware of their child’s progress and may discuss any issues that are of concern.

I also offer specialist knowledge regarding the use of music in film and theatre and the impact this has upon an audience’s understanding of the action. This is relevant to educational institutions that teach these disciplines and is also of interest to theatrical companies who wish to incorporate music into their production. The consultancy is therefore offered to these theatre companies.

Finally, articles are given to theatre and film journals with the possibility of publication so that the ideas of music in film and theatre can be shared with a readership that would not have the opportunity for a lecture/presentation in person.

PRODUCT LINES	CUSTOMER GROUPS
Speech and Drama Teaching	Students of 4+ years of age interested for either enjoyment/hobby or improvement of skills.
Advanced Theatrical Techniques Classes and Groupwork sessions	Any one with theatrical interests.
Music in Theatre and Film Consultancy	Any theatre or film company whose production includes music.
Music in Theatre and Film Lecturing	Any educational institution who teaches these disciplines.