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How Do I Charge For....?

Scriptwriting? Copywriting? Directing? Curriculum Design? Design Services? And the list goes on, and on.. When I completed my ACTA (Advanced Certificate in Training & Assessment) in 2013, we were taught and assessed in everything from teaching ethics to curriculum design to lesson facilitation to assessment design. Everything we need to do the job properly. However,
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Thespian Horror Festival 2025 - Reflection and tips

Thespian Horror Festival 2025 has finally come to a close. We received 21 entries from both radio and video drama categories. After the first round of elimination,  6 teams from video drama category and 3 teams from radio drama category made it to the final round. We are proud to have 2 celebrity judges to
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Difference between Vocal Projection and Shouting

As a trainer observing the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF 2025) adjudicators’ feedback, one issue stands out among student actors: the tendency to shout on stage rather than project their voices effectively. This distinction is crucial for delivering powerful and sustainable performances. In the heat of the moment, it’s understandable that students revert to shouting when
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Stage Makeup, More Than Just Color on a Face

In theatre, makeup is not about looking “pretty”—it’s about transformation. For centuries, actors have used makeup to step into roles that are older, younger, scarier, or more magical than themselves. For young drama students just beginning their journey, understanding the function of makeup is as important as learning lines or blocking. Why Makeup Matters in
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5 Ways Teens Can Benefit from Learning Drama

As a parent, you might wonder whether drama classes are worth your teen’s time and energy.  The answer is a resounding “yes!” Drama education offers a wealth of benefits that extend far beyond the stage. Here are five compelling reasons why teens can benefit from learning drama: 1. Develops Confidence and Self-Esteem Standing on a
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Submission Details for DDC2023

Today is the 19th October 2023. This is the email that many competitors to the Digital Drama Challenge 2023 has been waiting for! Firstly, if you are not aware, the submission deadline has been pushed to 8th November 2023, 12pm. We hope this added weeks will give you the time needed to work on your
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