Our Screen Acting Program is a selective, career-focused training stream designed for students who are serious about pursuing acting for the screen. The program builds advanced on-camera technique, professional discipline, and a deep understanding of how performance functions within a film production environment.

Actors refine their craft through intensive acting-for-camera training, learning how to take direction, adapt under pressure, and deliver truthful, nuanced performances across multiple takes. Working closely with industry professionals, students engage in a collaborative, production-driven process that mirrors real-world screen practice, developing both artistic confidence and professional readiness for film and television work.

Your Acting Coach

Led by Matthew Caffoe, Founder and Artistic Director of Mashed Theatre & Films, this program offers students direct mentorship from a working actor, writer, director, and filmmaker with extensive real-world industry experience. Matthew has appeared in feature films including The Conservatory, Deathkeeper and Dunny Derby, has written and produced three feature films, and is the writer of over seventeen stage plays that have toured nationally. His coaching focuses on truthful screen performance, professional discipline, and preparing emerging actors for the realities of working in the film industry.

Term 1, 2026 - The Actor Prepares

Terms 1 and 3 are dedicated to the fundamentals of actor training for camera, along with behind the scenes training, scene work, commercial work, and exploring how to create a character for camera.

Location: Mashed Theatre & Films Studio

126 Margaret Street, Toowoomba City, 4350

Starts: Wednesday 11th February, 2026

Last Class: Wednesday 18th March, 2026

Class Times: 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Ages: 18 +

Course Fee: $450 (inc. GST) for a 6 week term

Term 3, 2026 - Industry Preparation

Term 3 operates as an extension of term 1, building upon fundamentals learned, but with a stronger focus on industry preparedness. Focusing on agent acquisition, commercial work, self-tape training, and more.

Location: Mashed Theatre & Films Studio

126 Margaret Street, Toowoomba City, 4350

Starts: Wednesday 29th July, 2026

Last Class: Wednesday 2nd September, 2026

Class Times: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Ages: 18 +

Course Fee: $450 (inc. GST) for a 6 week term

Term 2, 2026 - Showreels

Term 2 will see our actors filming their first showreel for their portfolio; this will involve a professional film shoot with an existing scene and their scene partner.

Location: Mashed Theatre & Films Studio

126 Margaret Street, Toowoomba City, 4350

Starts: Wednesday 6th May, 2026

Last Class: Wednesday 10th June, 2026

Class Times: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Ages: 18 – 30

Course Fee: $450 (inc. GST) for a 6 week term

Term 4, 2026 - Showreels

Term 4 will see our actors working on a second show-reel for the year; along with our team and their scene partner this will result in something for their portfolio and a showcase.

Location: Mashed Theatre & Films Studio

126 Margaret Street, Toowoomba City, 4350

Starts: Wednesday 21st October, 2026

Last Class: Wednesday 25th November, 2026

Class Times: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Ages: 18 +

Course Fee: $450 (inc. GST) for a 6 week term

Semester Package Deal

Sign up for Term 1 & 2 or Term 3 & 4 and be eligible to receive up to $40 off your total
$ 860 Down from $900.00
  • Acting for Camera + Showreels Term Registration
  • 2-Minute Professional Showreel Included
  • Movie Gala Night 2026 Invite
Special

Movie Star's Annual Package

Sign up Annually to save 10% off for the year!
$ 1620 Down from $1800.00
  • Registration for all 4 terms + exclusive casting opportunities
  • 2 x 2-Minute Professional Showreel Included
  • Movie Gala Night 2026 Invite
Offers

Curriculum Focuses

  • Acting For Camera (Cinematic)
  • Acting For Camera (Commercial)
  • Will learn and establish an acting process transferable to any work in film
  • Will receive expert mentorship and advice from industry professionals working in Australian Cinema
  • Will receive training and practical exercises in operations behind camera
  • Will engage in a collaborative film making process
  • Will learn about visual storytelling, screenwriting, camera operation, shot selection, lighting, production design and sound
  • At the end of each semester you will receive a professional 2-minute showreel valued at $800 for your portfolio
  • At the end of Term 4 you and your extended family will attend a Movie Night Gala, fit with photographers, red carpet, and a showing of the groups showreels over popcorn and drinks.