The Actors' Program

The Actors' Program A Dynamic Approach to Actor Training in NZ An independent and privately run, 100% practical acting program.

Respected professionals Sara Wiseman, Michael Hurst, Jennifer Ward-Lealand, Michele Hine, Cameron Rhodes and John Callen lead a rigorous year-long course aimed at developing and deepening skills specifically for stage and screen. The Actors’ Program concentrates on providing actors with the tools they need to be effective practitioners in the challenging and exciting world of stage and screen. The course is unique in its approach to actor training in New Zealand:

It’s been another busy week for the actors. They finished their screen block with Sophie Hambleton and spent the week at...
27/08/2026

It’s been another busy week for the actors. They finished their screen block with Sophie Hambleton and spent the week at the ASB Waterfront Theatre playing on the stage in voice, poetry and improv. Huge thanks to Cameron Rhodes SARA WISEMAN Daniel Goodwin and Michele Hine for putting them through their paces. Shout out to Auckland Theatre Company and ASB Waterfront Theatre for having us.

🎭 THREE $4,000 SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2027!We’re thrilled to announce that, thanks to the incredible support of our community ...
25/08/2026

🎭 THREE $4,000 SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2027!

We’re thrilled to announce that, thanks to the incredible support of our community at our 15-year fundraiser, we’re able to offer three $4,000 scholarships for students entering The Actors’ Program in 2027.

This is exactly why we fundraise: to help make professional actor training more accessible and give talented emerging performers the opportunity to take their next step.

Applications are now open.

Apply via the link below 👇
https://www.theactorsprogram.co.nz/application-information

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It’s been screen boot camp for the last few weeks and the actors were put through their paces. Huge thanks to Caroline B...
24/08/2026

It’s been screen boot camp for the last few weeks and the actors were put through their paces. Huge thanks to Caroline Bell-Booth, Rob Sarkies and Kacie Stetson for all your great insights. We’re gearing up to shoot our short films on location in a few weeks.

CHOOKAS to TAP grads, Katherine Dewar and Connor Magatogia for opening night of their double-billed solo shows "Memory o...
10/08/2026

CHOOKAS to TAP grads, Katherine Dewar and Connor Magatogia for opening night of their double-billed solo shows "Memory of a Honey Bee". Directed by TAP grad, Isabella Temm, the show is on at the Basement Theatre for five nights only.

Grab your tickets at the link below...

https://www.iticket.co.nz/events/2026/aug/memory-of-a-honey-bee

🎭 CHOOKAS to the incredible cast and crew of Macbeth on opening night!We're so proud to see TAP represented on stage, wi...
29/07/2026

🎭 CHOOKAS to the incredible cast and crew of Macbeth on opening night!

We're so proud to see TAP represented on stage, with TAP co-founder Sara Wiseman as Lady Macbeth, TAP graduate Travis Graham as Malcolm, and the production directed by TAP Artistic Manager Benjamin Kilby-Henson.

Wishing the entire company a fantastic season. Break a leg!

📍 Macbeth is playing at the ASB Waterfront Theatre until 22 August.

APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE 2027 CLASS!Be taught by the best in the business for both screen and stage. Only 18 actor ...
29/07/2026

APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE 2027 CLASS!

Be taught by the best in the business for both screen and stage. Only 18 actor and 2 director places available.

Don't miss your opportunity to grow, explore, and sharpen your skills in this dynamic course, directly connected to the industry.

Click on the link below to apply and secure your audition today.

https://www.theactorsprogram.co.nz/application-information

TERM TWO - GRACE BRANNIGANWow wow wow!!!! Term two has been a mammoth lesson in gratitude, hard work & self care.I canno...
19/07/2026

TERM TWO - GRACE BRANNIGAN

Wow wow wow!!!!

Term two has been a mammoth lesson in gratitude, hard work & self care.

I cannot believe we are already HALF WAY through this wild journey! Everything we’ve done this term has taken me creatively to places I’ve never been before. I honestly did not think I’d enjoy creating our own dances, stunts or exploring Laban but I dove in with full commitment and they ended up being some of my biggest highlights of the term!

I want to give a massive thank you to Sophie Roberts for guiding us through approaching a play, getting to dive into People, Places & Things was such a special experience & I am so thrilled to have been able to sink my teeth into a character as meaty as Emma!

I’m so grateful to my cohort for the support and generosity we’ve shown each other as each week got more intense, I’m excited for two more terms with this lovely bunch!

I’m approaching term three with all the playfulness and curiosity I have!

TERM TWO - ISAYAH SNOWTerm two was a bit wack, in the best way. Filled with so many new experiences and teachings, I’ve ...
18/07/2026

TERM TWO - ISAYAH SNOW

Term two was a bit wack, in the best way. Filled with so many new experiences and teachings, I’ve been pushed and pulled in so many directions.

Shakespeare, stunts, dance, even just learning how to breathe right.

Everything was thrown at us and it’s been so incredible to watch myself and my cohort grow these amazing skills that we got to put towards our ‘Approaching a Play’ era of this term.

I’m ready for rest, yet can’t wait for term three.

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TERM TWO - MIRABELLE HOLMESAnd just like that, another term is over!This term was definitely tiring, but so rewarding. O...
18/07/2026

TERM TWO - MIRABELLE HOLMES

And just like that, another term is over!

This term was definitely tiring, but so rewarding. Over the last 10 weeks, I’ve learnt so much about myself as both an actor and a person, building even stronger connections with my peers and growing as an ensemble.

Looking back, I can’t believe how much we packed into a single term. There were so many highlights. We had stunts with Amand Weaver, was something completely outside my comfort zone but I LOVED it!!!!!!!!! Studying Laban work with Sara Wiseman was one of the most incredible experiences I’ve had this year. Those two weeks challenged me in all the best ways. Stagecraft with the legend Jennifer Ward-Lealand was a massive highlight, then getting to put these skills learnt into practice during our Approaching a Play made it even more rewarding and getting the opportunity to learn and be directed by Sophie Roberts was Incredible. I’ve been pushed creatively, physically and mentally and have so many new tools.

Feeling so grateful for everything and incredibly excited for term 3!!!!!!!

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283 Karangahape Road
Auckland
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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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