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Want Directing Experience (Courses/Work/Observation)

nkbswe5 | 14/08/2009 - 18:19
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Hello theater community!
I'm a 19 year ol' chap who's aspiring to become a director, but I'm having trouble finding courses to gain some skills. I'm currently doing a Live Production, Theater and Events course at Tafe, but that has very little directing parts to it (It's more lighting/sound/stage management).
So basically I'm asking 'What is the best way to gain experience?'. I'm happy if its University/Tafe courses, or if there is somewhere for new playwrights to join new directors and actors who put on small shows. Whatever!

Thanks for any help!
-Matthew

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The same answer as usual.
Author: JustSuse
Date: 15/08/2009 - 17:14
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Join your nearest Community Theatres - as many as you can find. Be involved in as many productions as you can, in whatever capacity available. Observe and learn. Then ask if you can have a go at directing. Doing is the best way to learn.


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