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The Art of Authentic Expression
Elevate your craft at Adelaide's premier drama school. We provide world-class acting (film & stage), developmental drama, voice, art and contemporary movement training in a non-competitive environment, with the specific purpose of assisting all students to find their truth, their confidence and their tribe, in a rapidly changing AI world.
We are committed to doing all we can to keep costs down so that our programs can be accessible to all.
Ages 4-24+
Why we stand out from the crowd :
Our classes include both the O'Grady Drama curriculum (specialising in developmental drama for over 45 years) alongside our world class contemporary OGD-ARTS program. We are the only drama school in Adelaide that provides the combined benefits of both modalities.
We train students not just for a career in the arts, but to be life ready - no matter where life takes them. All while encouraging our students to have the time of their lives and forge life-long friendships.
At OGD-ARTS it's about self-expression, creativity,
social connection, mental health, authenticity and resilience - the benchmark skills for an AI future.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Where Every Soul
Finds Their Stage
At OGD-ARTS training transcends the spotlight, because every actor, performer, artist and young person in Adelaide deserves a world-class drama & developmental drama education that values authenticity above competition, fostering the social connection and individual voice needed not just for a lifelong journey in the arts,
but for a life well lived.
Our Programs
Weekly term classes, film/theatre productions, and holiday programs
Productions/
Holiday Programs
Learn to face challenges with creativity and forge deep social bonds.
Film & Theatre
Master the craft of performance through authenticity, creativity and vulnerability - all whilst having fun.
Creative Arts
Developmental Drama, Film, Voice, Art and Contemporary Movement (Dance)
Our Specialty Teaching Faculty
All our teaching staff bring a wealth of experience and passion to their teaching, alongside our specialty teaching faculty.
KELLY SCHILLING
ACTING FOR FILM /FILMAKING/
DIRECTING
2026 AACTA AWARD NOMINEE
- Best Indie Film
Kelly's debut feature film 'With or Without You' was released into cinemas in 2025 and is currently streaming on NETFLIX. She also directed several episodes of the popular NETFLIX series 'Gymnastics Academy' along with other reputable works.
She is both a screenwriter and director and has been actively involved in the Australian Film Industry for 20+ years, working alongside many film greats, such as Bryan Brown, Sam Worthington, and Su Armstrong.
She has taught at several leading universities and film schools.
JAMIE HARDING
ACTING FOR STAGE & FILM/ PRODUCING & DIRECTING
Award winning Actor, Producer
& Theatre Innovator
Jamie Harding has a wealth of experience teaching for major acting schools and agencies, such as RMIT, NIDA, and as a professional actor, comedian, producer and director.
He won Best Actor award for his role of 'Cripple Billy' in State Theatre Company's production of 'The Cripple of Inishmaan' and Best Actor at South Australian Screen Awards for the film 'Sacrifice'.
He has performed in many internationally acclaimed comedy clubs & out chased the notorious Chaser boys from ABC 'The Chaser's War on Everything'
He has acted opposite many Australian acting greats, such as Victoria Thaine, Rachel Ward & Gary Sweet.
The Art of Connection
At OGD-ARTS we believe that true brilliance as a professional actor/artist is from a foundation of psychological safety. Our ensemble-focused training in film, theatre, voice & movement prioritizes authentic social connection.
Studio Locations & Timetable
ADELAIDE (CITY) - THE BOX FACTORY - SATURDAY
O'Grady Primary (7-11 yrs) 12:20pm-1:20pm
O'Grady Youth (12-16/17 yrs) 1:30pm-2:30pm
*OGD-ARTS Film & Theatre Adv Acting Youth classes coming soon!
*Art classes coming soon!
GLENELG - PARTRIDGE HOUSE - WEDNESDAY
O'Grady Primary (7-10 yrs) 5:00pm-6:00pm
O'Grady Youth (10-13 yrs) 6:10pm-7:10pm
O'Grady Upper Youth (13-16/17 yrs) 6:10pm-7:10pm
OGD-ARTS Senior Youth (18-25+yrs) 7:20pm-8:20pm
REYNELLA - BASE 10 YOUTH CENTRE - SATURDAY
O'Grady Primary (7-11 yrs) 10:30am-11:50am
O'Grady Youth (11-16 yrs) 11:20am-12:20pm
UNLEY - UNLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE - THURSDAY
STARTING TERM 3
O'Grady Primary (7-11 yrs) 5:10pm-6:10pm
FULLARTON - FULLARTON COMMUNITY CENTRE - WEDNESDAY
STARTING TERM 3
O'Grady Youth/Upper Youth (12-16/17 yrs) 5:30pm-6:30pm
OGD-ARTS Senior Youth (18-25+ yrs) 6:30pm-7:30pm
GLENELG NORTH - OGD-ARTS SPECIALTY STUDIO
GLENELG NTH COMMUNITY CENTRE - TUESDAY
STARTING TERM 3
*Students must be regularly attending a standard O'Grady Drama class and have been attending for a minimum of 2 years (or by invitation by faculty) for admittance to advanced acting class*
OGD-ARTS Film & Theatre Adv Acting Youth (10-16/17yrs) 6:15-7:45pm
OGD-ARTS Filmmaking/Directing (11-16 yrs) coming soon!
OGD-ARTS Voice/Singing coming soon!
*OGD-ARTS Contemporary Movement (Dance) (12-17yrs) coming soon!
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STUDIOS AT BURNSIDE, WELLAND & SEMAPHORE COMING IN 2027
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PRODUCTIONS
Each year all our students have the opportunity to perform in a theatre production - a chance to stretch their imaginations, their skills, their courage, their confidence & their bonds.
PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTIONS
As part of our advanced OGD-ARTS program, students are given the opportunity to perform professionally in a choice of 2-3 ticketed and open-to-the-public 'boutique' professional productions and act/collaborate on short film projects. We endeavour to give all our advanced students equal opportunity for key role/support role experience.
THE BIG EVENTS
Every 18 months OGD-ARTS, in association with O'Grady Drama Adelaide, produce a major ticketed event for the public, holding open state-wide auditions. Our next Big Event is scheduled for October 2027 - announcements to come.
HOLIDAY PROGRAMS
HELD AT OUR WAYVILLE & GLENELG NORTH HOLIDAY STUDIOS
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*FOR QUERIES & ENROLMENTS *
Get in touch
hello@ogd-arts.com
OR
adelaide@ogradydrama.com.au
