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Screenwise Mission Statement

Screenwise acting school is committed to producing Screen Actors of the highest international calibre. Professional actors who understand the importance of their profession and the responsibility that comes with it. Professional actors who carry with them the social commitment to use their formidable skills of acting in such a way that the world has been left a little better for their efforts.


About Screenwise

Established in 2000, Screenwise has been at the forefront of specialist, career-focused training in acting for film and television for over two decades. This esteemed institution is helmed by the legendary Denise Roberts, a multi-award-winning actress known for her roles in God’s Favorite Idiot, Schapelle, Always Greener, and GP. Inspired by her dedication and professionalism, the ‘Roberts Method’ forms the core of Screenwise’s training philosophy.

Screenwise pioneered the concept of a registered training organization exclusively for screen acting, featuring a roster of industry professionals as tutors. These include award-winning actors, directors, casting directors, and industry technicians who bring their current, real-world experience directly into the classroom. Students benefit from an immersive learning environment, regularly interacting with these top-tier professionals, gaining invaluable insights and networking opportunities that pave the way for successful careers in the film and television industry.

Offering both full-time and part-time programmes, Screenwise’s curriculum aligns with the latest Australian and international film industry standards. Notably, Screenwise made history as the first to offer a Two-Year Diploma of Screen Acting, later evolving into the 10869NAT Advanced Diploma of Screen Acting in 2020 and the only one of it’s kind in Australia.

The Screenwise One-Year Part-Time Showreel Course stands out by combining high-calibre training with the creation of a professional showreel upon completion.

Additionally, Screenwise caters to all skill levels with a variety of short courses, from beginner to advanced. These courses encompass essential skills such as American Accent, Presenting to Camera, and Improvisation, addressing a broad spectrum of industry needs.

With its commitment to excellence and its strategic connections within the industry, Screenwise continues to shape the next generation of screen actors, offering unparalleled training that is both practical and inspiring.

“Screenwise offers the best training for film and television acting that I have seen in this country. Denise brings together the cream of industry professionals to instruct the students in all facets of acting for screen. I cannot recommend her classes more highly.” – Christine King Casting

Screenwise is not only leading other Sydney Acting Schools in both performance and program content, it is, and will continue to be at the forefront of acting education nationally and internationally offering the very best the industry has to offer. The school is committed to producing Screen Actors of the highest international calibre who understand the importance of their profession and the responsibility that comes with it. Screenwise actors bear the social commitment to use their formidable skills of acting in such a way that the world has been left a little better for their efforts.

To find out more about Denise Roberts and her list of industry awards and achievements you can view her complete profile here.

Registered Training Organisation Provider Code: 91699

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