{"product_id":"darren-gilshenan","title":"🎭 Darren Gilshenan Weekend Comedy Intensive","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSydney Drama School is excited to present \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Art of Comedy Acting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with Darren Gilshenan, a special two-day weekend intensive designed to unlock the secrets of great comedy performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome people seem to have funny bones naturally, while others don't—but comedy is a skill that can be taught. One of the greatest fears for any actor is, \"What if they don't laugh?\" Darren has spent years deconstructing the mechanics of comedy and developing practical techniques that help actors consistently find the funny in their work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough a combination of exercises, scene work and performance techniques, Darren explores the key ingredients of comedy including tension, contrast, illogical transitions, rhythm, opposition and extension. While comedy can appear mysterious and instinctive, Darren's approach breaks it down into clear, practical tools that actors can apply immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver two engaging days, participants will develop confidence, sharpen their comedic instincts and gain practical techniques that can be applied to auditions, scene work, monologues and rehearsal processes. Most importantly, they'll discover how much fun comedy can be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDarren \"Daz\" Gilshenan has built one of Australia's most respected careers across film, television and theatre. This is a rare opportunity to learn from a true master of the craft and gain insights from decades of professional experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Art of Comedy Acting with Darren Gilshenan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaturday 25 July \u0026amp; Sunday 26 July\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10:00am – 4:00pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSydney Drama School – 49-51 Shepherd Street, The Audition Room, Chippendale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlaces are limited and early bookings are recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sydney Drama School","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49178724499699,"sku":null,"price":390.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/7314\/5075\/files\/DarrenGilshenanposterfinal_652a6205-ecdf-4371-93c1-5ab17b290fa2.png?v=1780151134","url":"https:\/\/sydneydramaschool.com.au\/products\/darren-gilshenan","provider":"Sydney Drama School","version":"1.0","type":"link"}