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PLEASE NOTE: The Acting Up Drama Classes are currently on a hiatus as tutor, Sally McLean, has several acting commitments of her own that have made it difficult to continue teaching at this moment. We will update this site as soon as we know where the gaps in her schedule will be. Thank you for your patience.

The Acting Up Course series is an initative of The Actors' Institute, London, graduate, Sally McLean, through Incognita Enterprises, the arts education and theatre production arm of Salmac Productions, based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. All Acting Up workshops are run at Mt Martha House, Crn The Esplanade & Dominion Road, Mt Martha, Victoria, Australia (on the Mornington Peninsula).

The Acting Up drama classes began in 1998 as masterclasses and one-off workshops for actors entering the industry. In January 2003, "Acting Up at the House" began as a weekly class, held over the four school terms for one year. And now, in 2006, Acting Up brings a fresh new line up of workshops, working with estabished industry professionals with the next generation of talent. We take students who are beginners to advanced and from age 15 years to the Over 50's.

The Acting Up classes for actors cover audition technique, Stanislavski method, characterisation, context, improvisation, voice, Shakespeare In Action and acting for the camera, based on the techniques taught at The Actors' Institute, London. All our workshops use industry professionals who work with the students in their area of expertise in a fun, relaxed and professional environment.

So, if you're looking for a fresh take on training for the entertainment industry, that is affordable, insightful and fun, then you've come to the right place. Don't hesitate to contact us if you'd like to know more.

We look foward to hearing from you.

Click on the links below to find out more about the classes:

• About the 2005/2006 Masterclasses
• About Incognita Enterprises

Student Feedback

"Sensational. Great time usage. Dina (Mann) was amazing. Well done Sal, and thank you. Most impressed. The "Audition" book will be my new bible." - Peter Flaherty, The Business of Auditioning Workshop, July 2006

"Lots of good and relevant info! I feel more confident about the whole audition process. Both Sally and Dina were great to get to know and made the learning relevant and empowering." - Lola Howard, The Business of Auditioning Workshop, July 2006

"It was a great foundation to begin with and build from. It gave me the confidence to pursue it further. Thank you so much!"
- Nancy Vits, The Basics of Acting Workshop, May 2006

"I can use all of these techniques as of today! I'm also feeling energised and inspired to get on with it. I loved the feedback given ... I'm looking forward to putting it all into practice!"
- Alicia Lamaro, The Business of Auditioning Workshop, March 2006

"Full of info and experience. Very open and willing to answer questions. Just as concise as any drama school lecturer. Very relevant for the actor wanting to go professional. Definitely very relevant to the industry."
- Sarah Penn, The Business of Auditioning Workshop, March 2006

"Sally works with compassion, a sense of humour and with such immense experience that you feel like you're tapping into this vast well of knowledge that's bubbling over to help you be the best you can be! Incredibly inspiring. So much practical advice to take in - I'm ready to get back out there and go for it with confidence and new energy."
- Emily Andrews, Private Student, February 2006

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Acting Up Supporters

Acting Up would like to thank the following Mornington Peninsula businesses whom have helped promote our classes by displaying flyers or making our monthly newsletter available to their customers:

CAFES/RESTAURANTS The Boyz 4 Breakie Cafe Viva Footprints Coffee Bar Gloria Jean's Coffee Gourmet Embrace Hummingbird Cafe Main Sail Cafe Mt Martha Fine Foods Mt Martha Milk Bar & Cafe Noodle Box One One Five Cafe Bar RockSalt The Sober Mule Cafe Subway Mornington Yabbies TAKE AWAY SHOPS Bayview Charcoal Chicken Buonissimo (Ice Cream) Prawn Star Fish & Chippery GENERAL STORES Jo Jo Milk Bar Wilsons Road Milk Bar

HAIRDRESSING & BEAUTY SALONS Dee Jeneration For Hair Divine Divas David Stevenson Salon Endota Spa Smart Cuts & Color Sunset Tanning Salons RETAIL STORES & SHOPPING CENTRES Beachside Photos & Cameras Centro Mornington GFF Gluten Free Foods Main Street Shoe Repair Mornington Village Shopping Centre Mt Martha Licenced Post Office Peter Young Shoes Toyworld Under Illuminations Pty Ltd Wattle Gardens of Mornington MEDICAL & ALTERNATIVE HEALTH PRACTITIONERS Mornington Wholistic Heath Centre Osborne's (Dentists) Peninsula Herbal Dispensary COMMUNITY CENTRES Mornington Peninsula Information and Support Centre Inc. Mt Martha House Community Centre

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Acting Up Drama Classes Venue Information

Mt Martha House is a unique property owned by Mornington Peninsula Shire Council, listed with Heritage Victoria and run by a dedicated and highly experienced Committee of Management.

The House is an historical landmark - over 100 years old, overlooking Port Phillip Bay. It is a very special place, that is loved and used by many local residents.

This historic property, based in Mt Martha, Victoria is a delightful setting for classes, with large grounds for students to use during breaks and within easy reach of Mt Martha Village, which has a varied selection of cafes and food outlets. And, Mt Martha Beach is only a five minute walk from the property!

We are delighted to be retuning to The House, and are looking forward to holding the various workshops we have planned over 2006 in this wonderful venue.

If you’re interested in finding out more about Mt Martha House call (03) 5974 2297 or visit http://www.salmac.com/mtmarthahouse/

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