AUSTRALIAN ACTING ACADEMY MELBOURNE
Welcome to AIDA - Australian Institute of Dramatic Arts, international acting classes for adults. Acting classes suitable for beginners and professionals. Learn acting techniques that work and become a successful working actor in the Film & Television industry. We offer online acting courses via Skype and Zoom.
About AIDA
International Acting School for Film & Television
AIDA is an International Acting School based in Melbourne, Australia that is known for offering a world class curriculum for aspiring actors. AIDA acting classes are designed to create successful industry professionals within the Film & Television industry.
Artistic Director Paul Parker founded The Australian Institute of Dramatic Arts on Santa Monica Boulevard in Hollywood, Los Angeles – June of 2002. In no time AIDA became the vibrant hub for American acting students learning time tested, Oscar winning acting techniques from Australia. Still to this day, Paul Parker educates, coaches and empowers acting students around the world with his world class curriculum and courses.
Whether you’re a seasoned actor looking to polish your craft or a complete newbie trying to find your inner thespian, AIDA provides fully customisable online classes to suit your acting skill level and goals.
AIDA ACTING CLASSES
Learn How to Become an Actor
Founder and Artistic Director of AIDA, Paul Parker is a qualified teacher with a Bachelor Of Education in Drama, Literature and Language Linguistics. Paul Parker is a master of creating curriculum for his acting students and has been creating goal orientated lesson plans for acting students since 1990. AIDA acting academy is designed to teach you how to break into the entertainment industry and most importantly book paid acting jobs.
Hundreds of AIDA students around the world have gone on to have successful acting careers and won acting awards in the film and television industry. AIDA acting classes and workshops motivate you to bring out the best in your acting abilities, encouraging your acting dreams to become a reality. AIDA offers a variety of online classes tailored to their students goals.
When you join AIDA you can trust you have a nurturing, gifted teacher. Paul Parker has a passion for helping aspiring actors reach their greatest potential while gently helping them to break acting habits that might hinder them from executing the perfect performance.
Testimonials
Read our Testimonials from some of our most successful acting students as they share their personal journeys, triumphs, and the impact our acting academy has had on their artistic careers.
GERALD WEBB – Hollywood film & television star *Barry, Bull, Criminal Minds – Beyond Borders, NCIS – Los Angeles & Rake.*
“In my two years of studying with Paul Parker I experienced tremendous growth as a performer. Many of the techniques he taught me have become key parts of my acting process allowing me to bring each of my characters to true life. Paul’s voice and breath work aided me in getting emotionally connected to both my innermost thoughts, feelings and my work. That ability allows me to stand true in each moment of my performances. Paul’s audition technique helped me create a routine for success and confidence each and every time I walk into the audition room. The results speak in the form of 100 TV and film appearances. None of which would have ever been possible without that first moment ‘in the room’ and the confidence and command of my work and instrument I developed while working with Paul Parker.” – Gerald Webb
PRESTON JONES- *NCIS, General Hospital CSI – NY, True Blood & More*
“Ever since I joined AIDA about four months ago, my preparation for auditions has been so much more effective. I now have a routine I go through, and not just with script analysis, but with my preparation and relaxation before auditions. This routine has empowered me and left me with so much confidence with the entire process of auditioning. I also want to thank you for how much you care for the success of your students. It’s one of a kind, and you make all the actors feel safe to take risks and just go for it! I love how every time I show up to class, I get to work for pretty much the entire three hours, whereas in most classes, you might be able to put up a couple of scenes per month. Your private coaching sessions for my call backs have been extremely helpful, especially with fine-tuning every moment in the scene, which really adds such...”- Preston Jones
NAAMA KATES – Award winning actor & producer *Feature Films: Chloe & Step Mom, NCIS. Professional singer in Los Angeles. Best Actress Los Angeles Movie Awards 2012 winner. Best Lead Actress Indie Fest 2012 winner.*
“Just a few months into my training at AIDA, I booked several student films and a theatre role. Working with Paul and AIDA has made my confidence in my talent and my enthusiasm about acting skyrocket! And just yesterday I shot a commercial that I booked a week before, it was a great experience. I’m definitely sticking to AIDA; it’s the best acting class I’ve ever taken and Paul Parker is the best teacher. Paul Parker taught me everything I know. I love you. Thank you.” – Naama Kates”.
JEANNETTA ARNETTE – Hollywood film & television star *Hilary Swank’s mother in the feature film hit Boys Don’t Cry, ER, CSI. Criminal Minds*
“Dear Paul, I love working with you .You are REALLY, REALLY SMART about acting !! Your classes are terrific, your notes / critiques very insightful and I am so impressed by your deep commitment to the artistic evolution of your students. I had a great time in your class in L.A. Thank you Paul, w/love Jeannetta Arnette” - Jeannetta Arnette