Fundamentals of Acting with Antoinette Sampson

  • Commencing 22nd May 2024 (6 weeks; 2hrs each)
  • The Venue, Bowral
  • Training/Education
  • 6:45pm

This opportunity is heavily subsidised - 20 spots only available

Highlands Theatre Group is proud to present a new bespoke training course for locals interested in dipping their toes into the world of acting and performance. We have been lucky enough to secure the exceptional talent that is renowned actor and performance educator Antoinette Sampson, for a six-week acting intensive course.

For six weeks in term two, Highlanders will have the unique opportunity to tap into Antoinette’s deep understanding of the craft and tap into the Fundamentals of Acting. The course will focus on the four core principles of acting: Character Development and Personalisation (Who am I?); Given Circumstances (Where am I? When am I?); Super Objective and Objective (What do I want?); and Status and Action (How do I get what I want?). This will culminate with a performance workshop to showcase what you’ve learned to friends and family.

When 

Wednesday Nights - 6:45pm to 9:00pm; Commencing 22nd May to 26th June 2024

Sunday 30th June 2024 - Showcase for family and friends

Cost

This training would normally cost hundreds of dollars, but is heavily subsidised. Total fee for entire course:

Members: $100

Non-Members: $120 (includes 2024 HTG Membership)

The Venue
40 Station Street, Bowral, NSW, 2576
Highlands Theatre Group gratefully acknowledges the support of our principal sponsor.
This initiative is made possible through the support of the following local Clubs who generously supplied a Clubs Grant in supported of local theatre
Mitta RSL
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Antoinette Sampson BDA (Acting)

After earning a Bachelor of Dramatic Art from the famed National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), Antoinette has gone on to enjoy a thrilling and successful career as both a performer and performance educator. She has shared her immense knowledge and skill with Aussie performers for decades; having worked as both Artistic Director of the Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP) and as Head of Acting at NIDA.

 

Antoinette is tenacious in her commitment to excellence and has spent much of her professional life conveying a deep understanding of the craft of performance, both within and outside the world of the arts. In addition to working with some of Australia’s most talented performers, Antoinette enjoys sharing her depth of experience with the community. She has a unique ability to blend both professional and non-professional performers into a seamless and fascinating whole.

Enquiries/Questions?

Please email admin@htg.org.au.

 

Registration

If registering for multiple people, please complete a separate entry for each person.

Secret Bridesmaids’ Business

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Written by Elizabeth Coleman

  • 4th - 19th May 2024
  • Moss Vale Services Club, Moss Vale
  • Play
  • Approx. 2.5hrs (including interval)
  • Assistance seating can be accommodated
  • Some adult themes and language

It is the night before Meg’s wedding. She and her bridesmaids are planning to kick up their heels as the final hours before the big day tick down. However, not everything goes to plan as a last-minute scandal threatens to ruin the whole affair. Elizabeth Coleman’s wonderful characters bring this seriously funny play to life. Never far from reality, it exposes the insanity that can be created as the wedding juggernaut threatens to swerve out of control.

Marriage may be a wonderful thing, but after a night like this, well, could it really be worth it?

Please note: This production contains adult themes and some coarse language and is not suitable for children.

Dates

Members Ticket Pre-Sale 17th March 2024

General Ticket Sale 25th March 2024

Season 4th - 19th May 2024

Performance Start Times

Evening Performances - 7.30pm (4, 11, 16, 19th May)

Matinee Performances - 2.00pm (4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19th May)

Doors open 30mins prior to performance commencement.

Approx. duration 2.5hrs (including interval)

Prices - All Performances

HTG Members are entitled to discounted rates during the member's only pre-sale period. Become a member by clicking here.

Adult $38.50*

Concession $33.00*

*Additional surcharges/transaction fees may apply for credit card or "in-person" purchases.

Authorised Ticket Sellers

Tickets can be purchased online here or "in-person" at Destination Southern Highlands

Please note: Destination Southern Highlands is an authorised ticket seller only and are unable to answer questions about the production or HTG generally. All queries can be made via our contact form or admin@htg.org.au.

Mains

Fillet Mignon (GF) - Paris Mash, Broccolini, Herb Butter & Red Wine Jus

Grilled Barramundi (GF) - Roasted Potato, Blistered Tomato, Broccolini & Saffron Volute

  • A vegetarian option can be accommodated, however guests will need to order from the Taja Brasserie menu when attending.
  • HTG will advise Taja of the guest's name in advance
  • For further information on vegetarian options, please contact the Taja Brasserie on (02) 4868 1557
 
Desserts

Citrus Curd Tart - Candied Pistachio, Fresh Berries

Vanilla Panna Cotta (GF) - Honeycomb & Berry Compote

Moss Vale Services Club
Cnr Argyle St &, Yarrawa St, Moss Vale NSW 2577


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Cast

Brigid Gregg
Tiana Hope
Shardae Ewart
Elizabeth Crossman
Michael Turczynski
Vania Primmer

Creative Team

Rebecca Howarth
Mark Wilmott

Bookings

A Vicar of Dibley Christmas | November 2023

A Vicar of Dibley Christmas | November 2023

  • Stage play by Ian Gower and Paul Carpenter; Adapted from the original TV series by Richard Curtis and Paul Mayhew-Archer
  • Directed by Jim Cheesley
  • Bowral Memorial Hall, Bowral
  • 18-26 November 2023

Program

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The Pirates of Penzance | July 2023

The Pirates of Penzance | July 2023

  • Written by W.S. Gilbert, Composed by Arthur Sullivan
  • Directed by Steve Cheers
  • Bowral Memorial Hall, Bowral
  • 15-30 July 2023

Program

Notes

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A Night of Musical Theatre | November 2022

A Night of Musical Theatre | November 2022

  • Various Playwrights and Composers
  • Directed by Eloise Knight
  • The Venue, Bowral and Moss Vale Services Club, Moss Vale
  • 11-26 November 2022

Program

Notes

  • A collection of group, duet and solo performances from various musicals
  • Moss Vale Services Club performances were a combined dinner and show package

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Mother and Son | July 2022​

Mother and Son | July 2022

  • Written by Geoffrey Atherden
  • Directed by Steve Cheers
  • Moss Vale Services Club, Moss Vale and Goulburn Performing Arts Centre, Goulburn
  • 8-17 July 2022 and 23 July 2022

Program

Notes

  • Based on the classic ABC TV series by the same name and author
  • Two additional performances at the Goulburn Performing Arts Centre (GPAC) on 23rd July 2022

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The Appleton Ladies’ Potato Race | April-May 2022

The Appleton Ladies' Potato Race | April-May 2022

  • Written by Melanie Tait
  • Directed by Nicole Freeman
  • Robertson School of Arts, Robertson and Moss Vale Services Club, Moss Vale
  • 29 April to 14 May 2022

Program

Notes

  • Inspired by true events
  • Marks the amateur debut of the play
  • Performed at both Robertson School of Arts and Moss Vale Services Club due to the play's connection with Robertson and the on-going unavailability of the Mittagong Playhouse

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12 Angry Jurors | June 2021​

12 Angry Jurors | June 2021

  • Written by Reginald Rose & Sherman L. Sergel
  • Directed by Jim Cheesley
  • Alexandra Room, Mittagong RSL, Mittagong and Moss Vale Services Club, Moss Vale
  • 11-27 June 2021

Program

Notes

  • With the Mittagong Playhouse still out of action, performances took place at The Mittagong RSL Alexandra Room (11th to 20th June) and Moss Vale Services Club Auditorium (25th June)
  • Disappointingly, the final three performances at Moss Vale Services Club (2pm/8pm 26th and 2pm 27th June) had to be cancelled due to the resurgence of COVID-19 and associated restrictions introduced by the NSW Government
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Nunsense: The Mega Musical Version | March 2021​

Nunsense: The Mega Musical Version | March 2021​

  • Written by Dan Goggin
  • Directed by Eloise Knight
  • Bowral High School Hall, Bowral
  • 5-21 March 2021

Program

Notes

  • Originally slated for our 2020 program, COVID-19 meant Nunsense had to be pushed into 2021. Featuring one of the longest rehearsal periods ever undertaken in an HTG production, Nunsense was enjoyed by a significant number of patrons and was a fantastic way to launch back into full scale musicals adhering to strict COVID-Safe measures!

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