Australian Academy of Dramatic Art

The Australian Academy of Dramatic Art is a theatre school located in Surry Hills, operating from modern facilities on Foveaux Street. It teaches students across multiple performance disciplines and maintains working partnerships with major theatre companies in the city.

It was founded in 1983 and became the first private drama school in Australia to gain state vocational accreditation in 1987. This recognition represented a significant milestone for private theatre education in the country.

The academy functions as a department of the Australian Institute of Music, offering a Bachelor of Performance program focused on contemporary theatre practices.

The school is located in Surry Hills, a district easily reached by public transport with nearby cafes and shops. It is worth contacting the school in advance to ask about guided tours or open days to see the facilities.

The school previously operated from the Pilgrim Theatre, a historic venue that functioned as a broadcasting center during the Great Depression. This location was significant in Sydney's media history.

Location: New South Wales

Location: Sydney

Inception: 1983

Website: http://aim.edu.au/courses/acting-theatre

GPS coordinates: -33.88390,151.20900

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:41