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JOIN US IN TERM3! At BOPAS, we nurture the next generation of screen and stage talent through a dynamic, hands-on approach to performance. Our programme is designed to evolve alongside our students, building confidence, creativity, and a strong understanding of the craft of acting. Classes are built on trust, curiosity, and collaboration, creating an environment where students can explore characters, interpret scripts with confidence, make bold choices, and trust their instincts. Acting training is about far more than performance. It develops courage, emotional awareness, communication skills, resilience, and the ability to see the world through another person's eyes. In our studio, students learn to listen deeply, respond truthfully, work effectively as part of a team, and bring authentic, engaging characters to life on screen. As a studio guided by a working actors' agency, our students also have access to real-world insight into the film and television industry. For those wishing to pursue acting professionally, we can provide guidance on auditions, representation, and navigating the industry with confidence. For Term 3, we are excited to be collaborating with Rātā Studios in Wellington for our BOPAS & Rātā Studios Short Film Challenge. This unique partnership gives students the opportunity to connect with young actors from another leading screen acting studio while working towards a shared creative goal. Throughout the term, students will work in teams to develop their own short films from concept to completion. They will create characters, write scenes, perform on camera, and explore the creative and collaborative process behind filmmaking. At the end of the term, completed films will be submitted for judging, with awards celebrating achievements in acting, storytelling, character development, filmmaking, and creativity. This collaboration is designed to inspire students to think beyond the acting studio, challenge themselves creatively, and experience the excitement of bringing an original screen project to life while being part of a wider community of young performers across New Zealand. Welcome to Term 3!