THE National Institute of Dramatic Art is now accepting applications for its 2016 full-time courses.

Director/CEO of NIDA, Lynne Williams, says this is the chance for passionate and aspiring artists to launch their creative careers in theatre, film and television.

“We are looking for people who demonstrate skill, passion and commitment, and we never know where the future leaders for the arts and entertainment industries will come from,” Williams says.

The Institute is offering a range of study options in 2016, including Master of Fine Arts courses in: Directing and Writing for Performance; and Bachelor of Fine Arts courses in: Acting, Costume, Design for Performance, Properties and Objects, Staging, Technical Theatre and Stage Management.

As well, in addition to the Diploma of Musical Theatre, NIDA is offering a Diploma in Live Production and Technical Services, and launching a new Diploma of Specialist Make-up Services.

Williams notes that NIDA’s graduates have included some of Australia’s most successful artists and practitioners, including  Cate Blanchett, Hugo Weaving, Baz Luhrmann, Catherine Martin, Ryan Corr, Miranda Tapsell and Sarah Snook.

Aspiring students can find out more about all the courses on offer in 2016 at the upcoming Information Nights on July 22 and September 14, either in person at NIDA’s campus in Sydney or by streaming online, nida.edu.au for more information or to apply, visit apply/nida.edu.au