APPLICATION DEADLINE

International: 31st March '25

Domestic: 31st April '25

DELIVERY

On Campus, Brisbane

DURATION

2 Year Full-Time

PROGRAMME FEE

International: $35,000 AUD per year

Domestic: $26,400 AUD per year (Fee-help available)

Entry Requirements

Academic: Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) & Creative Portfolio

English: Domestic: Year 12 English; International: IELTS 6.0 (all bands 5.5+)

How APAC can ignite your inner actor

For 30 years, our graduates have thrived in theatre, screen, and media.

Nail the Stage Performance

Develop essential acting skills like movement, voice, and speech for stage and screen.

Find Your Voice

Work one-on-one with industry leaders to become a confident and independent artist.

Collaborate & Create

Partner with students from other programmes to enhance your storytelling and filmmaking skills.

Be Your Own Brand

Master the skills to manage and promote yourself as a successful actor in the industry.

Sean Dennehy

Sean Dennehy

Head Of Discipline – Acting

Meet the Minds Behind Filmmaking: Our Award-Winning Faculty

Step into the world of acting with Sean Dennehy, our esteemed Head of Acting at APAC. With extensive experience in both film and theatre, Sean’s passion for teaching inspires creativity and dedication in every student.
As an independent actor, director, and producer, Sean’s impressive portfolio includes memorable performances such as:

  • TV: Rake, Home and Away, All Saints
  • Films: Don’t Tell, Sanctum 3D, and the latest film, JIVA, showed at the 2020 Cannes Film Festival
  • Theatre Productions: As You Like It, Mercy Thieves, Rigoletto, and Hamlet

Executive Producer of the:

  • Short+Sweet Theatre Brisbane
  • Short+Sweet Cabaret Festival

Director and Producer for:

  • OperaWorks LA
  • Taiwan International Arts Festivals
  • Regional Theatres, including the Brolga
  • Independent productions in Australia and the United States of America.
  • Under Sean’s guidance, students can expect excellent teaching, real-world insights, and an unmatched passion for acting.

Why choose APAC for your acting career

With the Australian Performing Arts Conservatory, you will:

Learn from industry insiders

APAC’s faculty is comprised of renowned actors, directors, and award-winning teachers, providing one-on-one guidance.

Network within the acting community

At APAC, you’ll be surrounded by like-minded, highly motivated actors, providing a support system and potential career opportunities after graduation.

Be camera-ready

From day one, you will have the platform to showcase your talent and become industry-ready with a chance to perform on real scripts.

Embrace acting in the heart of Brisbane

With most of the famous movies being shot in Australia, Brisbane offers a Hollywood-like experience for aspiring actors with numerous career opportunities.

Career Opportunities

From Stage to Screen and Beyond, the Bachelor of Screen and Stage (Acting) can open the curtains for diverse career possibilities:

Ready to make your Film Debut? Secure Your Spot Now

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Alumni

The School of Acting

The play is not in the words, it’s in you!

– Stella Adler

“APAC threw fire on the spark of creativity I had inside me, and I left feeling confident within myself as an artist, while learning so many invaluable things about myself in the process. Through APAC, I now undoubtedly know that I am on the right, and only path for my future, and I can’t wait to continue in the performing arts. If you are looking to reignite your passion for the performing arts, make life-long friendships with other creatives, and develop a broad range of skill sets… go to APAC, check out the facilities they have there, and meet the staff and students. The atmosphere APAC provides will help you soon feel like the dream of being a performing artist is more than feasible.”

HENRY SOLOMON

HENRY SOLOMON

BACHELOR OF SCREEN AND STAGE (ACTING) GRADUATE

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