Actors Centre Australia is a world-class destination for creative education and inspiration.
We understand that deciding where to study is a major decision, which is why it’s important to make the right choice. ACA is unique among the world’s top-ranking drama schools. Discover what has been built over nearly four decades of superb service to the arts.
At Actors Centre Australia, diversity and inclusion are a rich part of our fabric. Together, we continue to build and encourage an inclusive culture that inspires, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our students and alumni. It drives our innovation and connects us to the communities we serve.
"To enliven the soul of society through the power of the performing arts.”
Nothing of any real meaning or merit occurs in the creative landscape without deep collaboration and alignment. All ACA staff understand this and operate via this simple yet all-inclusive context.
We dedicate all of our resources and energies to ensuring that all onsite events, performances, cultural exchanges and community engagement achieve the highest standards on every level possible, in order to make a significant difference to all who engage with both ACA and our performance precinct.
Shared stories, emotional involvement and powerful ideas are the foundations of our industry. ACA is dedicated to the enrichment of the audience experience as well as to the empowerment of all involved in the creative process.
Fusion
ACA’s programs embrace time-honoured performance techniques and content along with an array of contemporary texts within a contemporary theatrical landscape.
High Support
No challenge will be given without an equal amount of support with which to achieve it. Matching developing confidence with ongoing risk is a strategy for success.
Collaboration
Actors, teachers and directors are all on the field together, never in the stands watching, judging or criticising. All training is actually exploration and takes place with all players collaborating in healthy, vibrant and courageous ways.
The Actor’s M.A.P.
Created by Dean Carey, ACA’s Founder, M.A.P. defines the roles and responsibilities of the trinity within each of us: The Manager, Artist and Person.
Duty of Care
Actors, teachers and directors are all on the field together. All training is actually exploration and takes place with all players collaborating in healthy, vibrant and courageous ways.
“In 2024, ACA proudly celebrates its 37th anniversary! The outstanding achievements of our graduates have made significant contributions in all areas of entertainment.
The strength of ACA’s reputation within the Australian industry has never been more evident, affirming its unwavering commitment to nurturing talent.”
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Wentworth Park Function Centre
5 Wentworth Park Road,
Glebe, NSW 2037
info@actorscentreaustralia.com.au
PO Box 361, Leichhardt NSW 2040
RTO Code: 45065
We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and pay respect to the First Nations Peoples, their elders, past, present and future.