The Drama Club Perth in Perth, Western Australia | Performing arts school

The Drama Club Perth

Locality: Perth, Western Australia

Phone: +61 416 166 013

Address: Fremantle Area 6160 Perth, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.intothemask.com

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25.01.2022 We have some exciting news! Our Kinder Confidence classes are coming soon to Melville! We PLAY and harness the confidence that comes from being a kinder!... Its simple. We believe that children thrive when given the freedom to laugh and express themselves creatively. These classes are all about playing drama games that inspire imagination, build social skills and encourage whole body communication. New classes have limited places Strictly Ages 4 - 5 and those in Kindy 50 mins Melville Mondays and Thursdays Time: 1:40pm - 2:30pm We Begin in Week 6 and will run our first ever 5 week block! To be the first to know when enrolments open Register your interest in this link below https://www.intothemask.com/kindydrama

25.01.2022 When there is a light inside you, let it shine bright for all to see Meet our gorgeous Sophie who has been with us for 6 years. She has played a variety of roles in 5 end of year productions and her beautiful soul has shone in every single one. . It really is an incredible feeling to watch a young person grow and develop and knowing that we have helped provide the space to fully express her creativity and the ability to share her passion, we couldnt be more proud. .... Not only have weekly sessions here improved my reading comprehension and made me more comfortable in front of an audience, it has helped my mental health a lot and has given me long lasting friendships. @thedramaclubperth is an environment where everyone knows that someone cares about them and where nobody has to pretend to be anybody except their character, and I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys acting . We love you Sophie, thank you for letting us be a part of your journey

25.01.2022 We couldnt agree more Maggie, sometimes choosing a team based activity like Drama may not ever cross your mind. Until you give it a go, and its life changing for you little humans... We have seen it time and time again, children thriving once they join our groups, but sadly, Drama gets left on the list very often and whats worse is when it gets taken out of primary schools...

25.01.2022 CASTING CALL - SHEEP #3 UNPAID MINOR ROLES & EXTRAS for a Curtin University short film. LOGLINE: A young Jewish boy dressed as a Sheep suffers through a series ...of unfortunate and hilarious mishaps while trying to get to school on time. Shoot time TBC closer to filming but will be shot between the 14th-27th of September. We are seeking extras for a family dinner and children for a nativity scene as well as 12-15yr olds to act as bullies or a nativity narrator. Please email Ella with a headshot, age and any information about past acting experience to [email protected]

24.01.2022 From Shy to Shining Know that every shy or anxious child has inner strength - you just need to believe that moments of courage- continuous ongoing moments of courage - can lead to the most significant confident responses. I am so thrilled for this family... I might have to go and wipe my eyes now @thedramaclubperth @Intothemask #dramaclassesperth #perthkids #confidencethroughdrama

23.01.2022 I’m sorry... but I just have to come right out and say it. . This woman is an angel. She was sent down from the gods to inspire, uplift and work tirelessly for our creative youth. If you have been graced with the presence of this gorgeous woman and teacher , raise your hand in salute to her greatness! . Forever grateful to know you and work alongside you Hermione. #gratitudepost #ithadtobesaid #dramateacherperth #perthactors #thedramaclubperth

23.01.2022 What we all learned from Covid is that the fast paced life was not sustainable. This meant slowing down and choosing the things that actually mattered. This also meant choosing the after school activities for our kids. As parents we are constantly choosing the activities that help our kids navigate life, regulate emotions and teach them about communication that is NOT with a person on a screen. We believe our Drama Classes offer all those things including PLAY. We only ha...ve 4 places left in both our Monday and Thursday Kindy Confidence classes that run for a 5 week block. If you can commit to 5 weeks, please enrol right now so you dont miss out! We start next week Monday 24th and Thursday 27th. Link to enrol is www.intothemask.com/kindydrama See more

22.01.2022 Looks incredible!

21.01.2022 We have boarded the ship and all students are now sailing... we have 4 different scripts this year to cater to all the different ages and abilities. If you tried to enrol, sadly you are too late if your child is 9+. We are now in production mode. You can email us after Nov 29 when all is over. Saying that, if your child would like to help backstage or be a part of rehearsals and help as stage assistants, please get in contact.

20.01.2022 What’s the point of the end of year production? And why the end of year!? This really is the busiest time of year, but it usually takes an ENTIRE YEAR for children to gain the confidence and to form connections and trust with their peers. It’s not just coincidence that we call it an end of year performance. It is a good 30 -40 weeks of progress- building relationships, consistently experiencing small moments of courage, celebrating creative ideas, liberating fears and so muc...h more. So why wouldn’t we want to bottle all of that up and pour it out for an audience to feel proud about? For parents to shed tears of joy? Why would we rob you of that memorable and cherished moment? We wouldn’t. Spine tingling, eye flooding occasions that can be just as good as Xmas leave a comment if you agree! .

19.01.2022 Hang on his every word... he is one of the best

18.01.2022 This looks amazing!

18.01.2022 Finally, our last teacher to introduce you to, and certainly not least...Meet our gorgeous tutor Hermione! (yes like the character in Harry Potter!) Hermione has been with us for almost two years and she teaches our Hatchlings, Discovery, Advanced Performance and Graduate classes.... What is also amazing is that her wonderful son is part of our classes too...we love ya Saxon! Hermione Gehles passion for the theatre developed from a very early age and by 1994 was teaching after school drama for the Mosman Park Council, WA. At the end of 1999 she graduated from the Actors College of Theatre and Television and continued to work as an actor in Sydney and America on stage, television and film for the next ten years. In 2001 Hermione again taught drama, directing teenagers for Mad Cow Theatre Company and in the following year co-founded Newtown Actors Factory including directing, teaching and writing curriculum for the first year adult beginners course. Upon returning to WA, Hermione graduated from a Bachelor of Arts degree in Performing Arts in 2011 before embarking on a Masters by Research degree in Performing Arts, Directing Stream at WAAPA in 2012, completing with the highest grade achievable in March 2015. We love her so much and we honestly think she was the perfect addition to our little DC family!

17.01.2022 {Drama classes don’t make actors} ... truth Instead they enrich and build positive foundational human qualities- . HONESTY . INTEGRITY ... . COURAGE . SELF AWARENESS. . Investing in this subject for your children now will certainly pay dividends in the future. It’s not what they become that matters - it’s WHO. See more

17.01.2022 At the end of last year, we spoke about encouraging a Growth Mindset as part of our philosophy. I have been following the work of Big Life Journal for a while and this article popped in my inbox, and resonated with me. We strongly focus on the using processes to help build resilience, confidence, skills and a team based mindset. This article highlights some ways we as parents can encourage our childs progress and their goals, without them comparing to others. We have notice...d over the years that our classes can be a breeding ground for that competitive "comparing myself to others" mentality and we are working hard to change that. For our current members, we would love you to take a snap shot of your child now, and watch their progress. Maybe you can set a goal with them, and celebrate the small wins along the way. The way they showed courage in class for example. i.e speaking up in front of their peers, asking a questions about their role The way they showed how they improved their skills in class this week. i.e. I worked hard on using lots of movement in my scene today. or I really tried to project a little louder when asked. All these students have unique qualities to bring to our end of year production and no one is better than anyone else. We are a team and we as parents and teachers have to encourage all the wonderful things they are learning along the way- because lets face it, we dont know what the end result looks like yet either!

17.01.2022 ATTENTION PROGRESSIVE PERFORMERS! We would usually ask for applications to join this class, however we believe that getting a feel what what an ADVANCED theatre group is all about and to meet the teacher, is super important. We CHALLENGE you, ... We SUPPORT you, We move you to THE NEXT LEVEL If you think your child might be perfect fit for this class, come along for a TRIAL - FREE- this week only! In MELVILLE on Thursdays 4:15pm-6pm! Email us at [email protected]

17.01.2022 {AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT} ages 9-12 . We are taking enrolments for this week only for our Term 3&4 Performance Terms. . Want to learn skills for life and the stage through rehearsing a show with like-minded kids? ... . Then you must sign up by the end of this week. We start our theatre process week 1 Term 3... WHAT TYPE OF PLAY: GREEK INSPIRED PLAYS . Whats involved? Well, when you sign up we will send you an audition script for you to work on in week 1 and present in week 2. The earlier you have the piece the better. For more information please send us an email at [email protected]

16.01.2022 {We grow with you} Hi! My names Taylor but all my friends call me Tay or Tay Tay. Ive been a student at Into the Mask for around 5 years now and started when I was around 8 years old. The drama club has always been like a second family to me, and inside the community there has been some amazing people that Ive met over these five years who have taught me everything I know about being confident and open minded. ... When I was younger, I struggled with anxiety that effected my confidence, self-esteem and who I was. When I first joined the drama club, I was pretty shy at first but was excited to try something new and after that, days became months, became years and I absolutely loved preforming. The drama club introduced me to a whole new world of confidence and helped me come out of my shell and my self-esteem climbed higher. Before, when I did speeches in class I was a bag of stutters but overtime I grew as a person and now, Im asked to do presentations I am able to do them with slight nerves on the inside confidence on the outside. Through the years, I faced a few hardships every now and then, but the drama club was always there to offer care and support. The drama club has inspired me that there is no limits when performing, and with that, and the skills I have been taught, I hope to also one day teach others the skills of confidence and how entertaining and preforming can help people become who they are.-- {we love you Tay, and we could not be more proud of you and how far you have come...not to mention how strong and brave a young lady youve grown into!}

16.01.2022 We only have 2 more weeks before our classes perform in the theatre!! 2020 has managed to bring delight and joy to our students their families already...so the performances are just the icing on the cake! How many proud mums and dads have there been over the years? ... Including this one... "The first time I saw my daughters performing on stage at their end of year productions was magical! How brave to stand in front of an audience, find a voice and shine! Into the Mask has been a part of our lives for the past three and a half years. Both my children love coming to drama classes where they feel valued and are nurtured and encouraged by caring, creative coaches. They have a lot of fun! The process of working on productions with a mentor and group of peers, has helped develop their creativity, imagination, resilience, self-confidence, social skills, and leadership skills. I love how everything always comes together for the end of year production where each member of the drama club has a chance to showcase what they have learnt, share their creativity, and shine their brightest!" Nicola (proud as punch mumma!)

16.01.2022 We Could not agree more thats why we provide a space for spirited 4 yr olds! Our Kindy Confidence classes have only 2 places left on Mondays. Thursdays are now full! DM to find out more!

15.01.2022 We are going all Greek themed over here! Check out this wave sleigh that Poseidon enters with! #theodyssey

15.01.2022 There are some incredibly talented mums and dads in our club! Hand made dresses and head pieces! We can’t wait for this weekend!

14.01.2022 Does your 9-12yr old love to Sing, Dance and Act? Do they love bursting out in song and adore musicals? Need a place to channel that energy? Term 1 2021 is just around the corner and enrolments for new and returning students are still open! This class is filling up quickly and aimed at those starting out or perfecting the craft!... Fremantle Mondays 4pm www.intothemask.com/classes See more

14.01.2022 Good Morning! Meet our lovely Lauren! Lauren teaches our Hatchlings, Discovery and Advanced Performance classes! Lauren is a Theatre Arts student at Curtin University who has a love of both theatre and teaching children. ... She has worked with IntotheMask for almost 3 years, nurturing our most youngest creatives, to challenging the minds of our established performers. As well as having gained lots of experience in vocal work through both preparing other students for the Trinity Guildhall Speech and Drama Examinations and sitting the exams herself as a high school student, Lauren is extremely passionate about bringing lots of movement into the classroom to help students become more comfortable and confident in their bodies. Its not too late to join one of Laurens classes! Spaces available in her Hatchlings and for those established performers looking to be challenged, you can apply to her Advanced Group to be part of something amazing at the End of the Year. Simply visit https://www.intothemask.com/thedramaclub

14.01.2022 Our wonderful Shane is presenting his show at Fringe World Festival on the 2nd of Feb and it’s kid friendly! We highly recommend this show if you can make it along after school!

14.01.2022 Meet Perths very own prodigy, Ian Michael - successful actor, playwright, theatre maker and proud Nyoongar man. Ians passion for acting flows from his ancestors, our First Nations peoples who are the original storytellers of Perth. #visitperth

13.01.2022 Our two gorgeous teachers cant wait to start teaching enthusiastic little performers at PLC! Enrolments are open for Tuesdays and Thursdays! We start next week!

13.01.2022 Please take the kids!!!

13.01.2022 This looks incredible!

12.01.2022 Be You. Because there is NO understudy. . Self confidence is like a ripple. When children feel capable in one area of their lives- it is likely to spread to other areas. . We also believe that when children are allowed to truly BE themselves, ... . when their ideas are acknowledged and come to life in real time, . when they feel heard and accepted . When they can observe others without comparing themselves, . when they have consistent opportunities to show courage . when they fee connected and safe>then surely, it will positively affect those opposing issues such as shyness, anxiety, lack of self - belief? . Right? . We have seen this time and time again, children thriving when there is the freedom to just BE. . We celebrate this every week and couldn’t be more proud of our happy Kinder kids finishing off the year. These classes will be back in 2021 and we can’t wait to celebrate these playful and curious beings. See more

10.01.2022 Oh this was hilarious!! We are so please to announce that Intothemask Theatre will be supporting 4 lovely students from our Graduate Performance Program in their show At Fringe World 2021 in Fremantle! Stay tuned for more information. Meanwhile enjoy this hilarious message below

09.01.2022 There is one question I get asked a lot that I just havent had the answer to. How on earth do you do it? Hello Im Alee and I am currently navigating parenthood while managing ITM. This is me hidden behind my little tribe, and most days Im juggling and trying not to let the balls drop! I thought I would take the time to introduce myself to our new members who probably know exactly the juggle Im talking about! I started this little business back in 2012- its actually m...y first baby! I am a performance artist, a qualified drama teacher and love nothing more than to help kids thrive! Around mid March last year when I discovered my whoopsy third baby, I actually almost gave the business up. I was convinced I wouldnt be able to do it all. But here we are. . With my three under 5, a fur baby, and hubby- managing people is clearly my superpower . I am very grateful to have a wonderful and passionate team who show up every single day to inspire your kids. Why would I ever have thought about giving that up? . So whats the answer to that question? how on earth do I do it!? Simple. I am a COMMITTER NOT A QUITTER. . Not even sleep deprivation and a pandemic has me giving up. . With enough passion and encouragement, committing is easy. So, while Im lurking in the shadows surviving motherhood right now, Im determined to provide the space for young people to discover their courage, explore their creativity and find strength through adversity just like the will power- to never give up. I look forward to bumping into you, or meeting you at one of our venues very soon if I havent already! Allison Read Photography See more

09.01.2022 It has been an Epic year- we find this incredibly fitting to be performing plays about overcoming challenges and team work. . . Congratulations to all of our students this weekend who have had the confidence resilience and courage to commit, perform and share their unique skills with us. We only see bright and fruitful futures for you all! #ancientgreekplays #homer #theodyssey #politicalplays A massive shout out out to K.Cook! Your wonderful front of house design is amazing and we thank you so very much!

09.01.2022 We need all children involved to help Briony Stewart with her project! This looks like it will be *creative fun. ... or *an imaginative creation .. or *the chance to be a part of something great!

08.01.2022 Hi guys, I just want to say some things about IntotheMask Drama Club. I have been going there since I was 7 and I’m now 12. That’s a long time. I’ve learnt so many amazing skills from all the teachers that I’ve had, especially Kate, who has taught me for the last three years. I have been in lots of productions including Romeo and Juliet, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan and the Grimm Games. I am also participating in this year’s performance of The Odyssey. One of the things t...hat I enjoy the most about drama is that everyone gets a go no matter how good you are. The productions are always fun and exciting as well as scary. You get to give your character your own personal touch and creativity. I have made tons of friends during my time here and look forward to making more. Thankyou to all the amazing people at IntotheMask. From Sascha WE GROW TOGETHER

08.01.2022 GREEK THEME 2020! Our end of year performances are weeks away and we are gearing up for some serious creativity! This is an appreciation post to a wonderful parent who got so excited that she began to get inspired about the kids head shots for Foyer decoration! We just love it when parents are so involved and feel so excited as much as we are!! ... Greek themed shows that have been adapted are The Odyssey The Iliad Antigone A Aussie Political presentation. (Because Greek theatre began to highlight the politics right!?) Nice work team!

07.01.2022 We have arrived!! Production Mode starts now! GREEK THEME this year and we cant wait to get these, heros, heroines,Spartans, Demi gods, nymphs, gods and goddesses on the stage! Of course, we value PROCESS OVER PRODUCT so its what each individual brings and learns along the way is whats most important! . Parents, who loves a Greek themed party? Comment below!

07.01.2022 How Oar-some! we are in cardboard land right now making and creating shields and oats for our Greek soldiers! The Odyssey shows premier in about 8 weeks super excited for our drama club students!

07.01.2022 How are holidays almost over already? Its Not too late to enroll! We have a few spots left in our variety of classes!... Free trials available for ages 6-8yrs All other classes are working towards and end of year production and commitment is required for Term 3 and 4 (Because who wouldnt want to be part of a Grand Final?) For a Video that explains what we do click https://www.intothemask.com/thedramaclub To see our Classes go here https://www.intothemask.com/classes To Enroll Now to avoid missing out go https://www.intothemask.com/class-registration To email us for more information simply write to [email protected]

06.01.2022 Targeting young people aged 13 - 15 years, these classes are designed for the student who has 3+yrs previous drama experience. Building on their skills in characterisation, improvisation and theatre processes, students put these into practice in a more advanced performance environment. There’s a big focus on creative collaboration, as they share their ideas with the group and devise works that rely on a strong ensemble cast.... We also dive deep into storytelling - what it is, why it works and how it works. By learning about contemporary theatre practices and performance techniques, our students are able to elevate their storytelling and tailor it to the stage. An opportunity to ADVANCE YOUR CHILD'S PERFORMANCE SKILLS. www.intothemask.com/classes to register

06.01.2022 Well storytelling under the Milky Way sounds amazing

05.01.2022 Finally got my A Team together today! Final performances have been incredible! After the year we’ve had we are always smiling and supporting one another! Go team! @thedramaclubperth @intothemask

05.01.2022 For our New Parents who are enrolled, we would love to introduce our teachers to you and your children! Please Meet Kate! Kate runs the Hatchlings, Musical Theatre and our Intermediate Breakthrough classes!... Kate has always valued learning, development and the mind - leading her to pursue a degree in psychology. Throughout her degree she began taking part in varying forms of performance. She has performed in and choreographed numerous musicals, dramatic plays and film; along with other technical aspects of theatre. She has been lucky enough to gain experience as a lighting and sound designer and operator, which she believes thoroughly enhances an all-angled understanding of the stage. A recently discovered passion for teaching smoothly combines the creative and developmental aspects of her experience; helping kids to develop useful frameworks for life.

04.01.2022 Let’s talk ICECREAM Ok, don’t run off to your freezer though ... You know that feeling when you’re standing in front of the icecream fridge at the gelato store, and you get overwhelmed with choice? So, you ask the person behind the counter to taste a few of the flavours. But, Not vanilla. {No ways} You know that’s... well boring. So, you try the unique flavours because let’s face it... it’s the thrill. And, you’ll only buy it if you know how it tastes? Right? {No re...grets} You want to be able to feel prepared for that flavour the whole double scoop! . Still with me? Well, it the same with our specialist workshops. You have to get the taste of what it’s like to feel under the pressure of choosing.. choosing what to say, how to say it, why to say it. Tasting what it’s like to stand out like that chocolate fudge and peanut butter- not hide in the background like vanilla. . Auditions can be nerve wracking, but not if you’re prepared. One thing about our classes is that they can prepare you for all types of situations. So say Bye bye vanilla and HELLO to Stepping into confidence! Double scoop of boysenberry swirl thanks! . Do you have a child that who wants to stand out in their next audition!? Get in touch! www.intothemask.com/specialist-workshops See more

04.01.2022 For our musical theatre girls and boys... this may just be the master class you have been looking for! Take a look at these amazing artists! Stunning voices with a lot to share!

04.01.2022 Confidence is built when there are opportunities to show COURAGE. We start this week for our 5 week block of lessons with multiple playful opportunities to be brave and expressive. Its not too late to sign up. Only 4 places left for Mondays and Thursdays and you can sign up through this link. www.intothemask.com/kindydrama... We have lowered the age to 3 and 9months/4 and 5yrs so get in touch tonight!

02.01.2022 Play is proven to be one of the most essential components in a child’s cognitive and emotional development. Put simply? It’s how they learn to interact with the world. It’s how they connect with others, experiment and imagine, find boundaries and even regulate emotions. From communicating to sharing to building strong attachments, play is that wonderfully unstructured space where kids can just BE. ... But despite all that good stuff, a lot of our society isn’t set up for play. Instead, even young people can feel the pressures of rigid structure and a routine that leaves little room to explore. That’s why it’s so important to make sure our children have dedicated time to simply play. Because the biggest joy of being a kid? It’s the spaciousness! It’s seeing your child lose themselves in the moment, completely immersed in imagination. That’s the kind of energy that we are all about. Do you want to welcome more PLAY into your child’s life? Designed for 4-8 year olds, our KINDER (4-5) AND JUNIOR (6-8) Drama classes can be the perfect way to do it! Term 1 Begins Feb 1st and runs for 9 weeks Melville and Fremantle. Enrol now before you miss out! Find out more about our New 2021 Classes and Program via the link below. www.intothemask.com/classes