We combine developmental & professional arts training across stage, screen, voice, filmmaking and contemporary movement (dance for actors) to nurture courageous, versatile performers with stories to tell.
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Our story
Founded as the sister academy to O’Grady Drama Adelaide’s 45-year legacy, OGD-ARTS was created to offer students the opportunity to deepen their training and explore new creative pathways.
OGD-ARTS grew from a simple belief: creativity doesn’t stop at the drama/arts classroom; it is the single most important life skill. We believe the arts have the power to shape confident people as much as accomplished performers.
At OGD-ARTS we unapologetically care.
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Our mission
To train the whole artist. Voice, body, presence, ensemble. We keep costs low so the work remains accessible to all.
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Artistic vision
Authentic over competitive. Ensemble over hierarchy. Truth over performance. We build actors who are life-ready.
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Creative philosophy
Psychological safety is the foundation of brave work. From safety comes vulnerability; from vulnerability, truth.
"We train students to be life-ready — no matter where life takes them. All while encouraging them to have the time of their lives and forge life-long friendships."