Personal Development & Special Interest

Acting

A chance to explore fundamental training for actors that is suitable for beginners and those looking for self-development. The course will involve: Body exercises for relaxation and movement. Voice exercises for self-expression. Acting method to create a character and a scene Improvisation with movement and speaking skills Script work on dialogues and monologues (15hrs)
101ACTIA: Mon/Tues/Wed, 10am-3:30pm 3 sessions 22-24 March
101ACTIB: Mon/Tues/Wed, 10am-3:30pm 3 sessions 31 May-2June
Culture Card $185, Concession $190, Other $200

Acting Level 2

Warm up with movement and voice exercises, develop impros and acting method that lead towards a production of a chosen play script. This would involve rehearsal and performance to an invited audience with costume, set, and props over the six weeks.
101ACTI2A: Thursdays, 6-9pm 5 sessions 17 June
Culture Card $185, Concession $190, Other $200

Goal Setting for the Year Ahead

Start a new year with a clear direction. Discover what it is you really want for yourself in the year ahead. Learn simple and practical strategies that you will keep you inspired and focused feeling positively empowered to move forward into the new year. This workshop will not only help you set meaningful goals but will teach you ways of making sure you achieve them. (3 hours)
101SUCC: Wednesday, 9:30-1:30pm 1 session on 3 March
Culture Card $80, Concession $82, Other $86

Time Management

You do have the time to make your dreams come true!! If you are tired of juggling life’s demands and responsibilities and not having the time to get started on making those positive changes. If it’s about time you did something about time this session will help you kick start the process. Learn about time management and win back time from hour devouring obligations. (3 hours)
101TIMEA: Wednesday, 6-9pm 1 session on 16 June
Culture Card $54, Concession $55, Other $58

Change Your Life

Start a new year with a clear direction. Discover what it is you really want for yourself in the year ahead. Learn simple and practical strategies that you will keep you inspired and focused feeling positively empowered to move forward into the new year. This workshop will not only help you set meaningful goals but will teach you ways of making sure you achieve them. (12 hours)
101CHAN: Fridays, 9:30-3:30pm 2sessions from 26 February
Culture Card $160, Concession $165, Other $173

The Da Vinci Code – Leonardo’s Life and Works

Decode the myths and mysteries of Leonardo’s life with Classical Scholar & Lecturer, Dr. Marlene Ryzman, recently interviewed on ABC Radio. Discuss the fascinating theories of “The Da Vinci Code” relating to Leonardo’s brilliant paintings. What secrets lie behind the mysterious “Mona Lisa’s” smile? Discover the illusions behind the composition of “The Last Supper”. Be inspired by Leonardo’s amazing discoveries about the human body, animals, psychology and dreams of flight. Learn new revelations about his paintings as you view these masterpieces. (3 hrs)
101MYSTA: Saturday, 10am-1pm 1 session on 6 February
Culture Card $34, Concession $35, Other $37


Mysteries of the Delphic Oracle and Dreams

Are you interested in predicting the future? Unravel the mysteries of Apollo’s Oracle at Delphi with classical scholar Dr Marlene Ryzman. Travel through time and space to learn how the Oracle “answered” enquiries. Also learn about the fascinating world of dreams and interpretations (Oneiromancy). Life is filled with riddles that need to be explored. Bring any book of your choice to sample first-hand ‘Bibliomancy’, one of many methods used by the ancient Greeks to predict the future! (2.5 hours) 101MYSTB: Saturday, 10am-12:30pm 1 session on 1 May
Culture Card $34, Concession $35, Other $37

The Lost Symbol, Secrets and Masonic Mysteries

The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown delves into the intriguing world of Masonic secrets. To find the key, visit the ‘Lost & Found’ Department with Classical Scholar Dr Marlene Ryzman for a stimulating discussion of the greatest mysteries of freemasonry. Curiosity about its secrets has led to allegations against the Order over the centuries. Discover the true meaning of Freemasonry, its universal moral principles & philosophy; ‘The Brotherhood of Man’; Masonic origins and Ancient Mysteries; links between Masonic Numerology Kabbalah; insignia and Geometric designs. Including insights into Masonic thoughts from interviews with prestigious freemasons. Also enjoy a few lighter moments from Masonic reflections. (2.5hours)
101MYSTC: Saturday, 10am-12:30pm 1 session on 17 July
Culture Card $34, Concession $35, Other $37

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