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Try Screen Acting - Free Workshop

Try Screen Acting - Free Workshop

Sat, Oct 10, 12:00 AM
From Melbourne Actor Social

# 🎬 MELBOURNE ACTOR SOCIAL 🎭 ## FREE INTRODUCTORY SCREEN ACTING WORKSHOP **Ever wanted to try screen acting?** Melbourne Actor Social is a new community for actors, aspiring actors and creatives in Melbourne who want to **connect, meet new people and have fun with screen acting.** For our very first workshop, we're inviting you to come along, meet other actors and **get in front of the camera yourself.** Whether you've been acting for years or you've **never acted before**, you're welcome. ### πŸŽ₯ WHAT YOU'LL DO This isn't just a workshop where you sit and listen. You'll have the opportunity to: 🎭 Take part in acting warm-ups and exercises 🎬 Learn some basic screen-acting techniques 🀝 Work with other participants πŸ“– Rehearse a short scene πŸŽ₯ **Get in front of the camera** 🎬 Perform your scene and experience what it's like to act for screen πŸ“§ **Receive a copy of your recorded content after the workshop** 🀝 Meet and connect with other Melbourne actors and creatives ### 🌟 NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Never done screen acting before? **That's completely fine.** This workshop is designed to be relaxed, friendly and encouraging. You don't need to be a professional actor, have an agent or have a screen-acting rΓ©sumΓ©. If you've always thought: *"I'd love to try acting but I don't know where to start..."* **This is your chance.** ### πŸ’° FIRST WORKSHOP β€” FREE The workshop itself is **FREE**. A **$20 non-refundable registration fee** is required to secure your place. The registration fee helps us manage our limited places and reduce last-minute cancellations and no-shows. ### πŸ‘₯ LIMITED TO 25 PARTICIPANTS We're keeping our first workshop small so that everyone has an opportunity to participate and get time in front of the camera. **Only 25 places available.** ### πŸ“Ή YOUR FOOTAGE Participants will have the opportunity to be recorded performing their scene. A copy of your recorded content will be **emailed to you after the workshop.** So you'll leave with more than just the experience β€” you'll have footage of yourself performing on camera. ### 🎬 THE IDEA Melbourne Actor Social isn't about egos or competition. It's about bringing Melbourne's acting community together. **Meet people. Try things. Create something. Have fun.** Whether you're an experienced actor or someone taking their very first step into screen acting... **Come and give it a go.** πŸŽ₯ *** ### πŸ“ EVENT DETAILS **Melbourne Actor Social β€” Free Introductory Screen Acting Workshop** πŸ“… Date: Saturday 10/10/26 ⏰ Time: 1100 πŸ“ Location: Ringwood πŸ‘₯ Places: 25 πŸ’° Workshop: FREE 🎟️ Registration: $25.00 non-refundable **No experience required.** **Come along. Get in front of the camera. Meet other actors. Have some fun.** 🎬 **MELBOURNE ACTOR SOCIAL** *Connect. Create. Have fun.*

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Wild Asia 3D at IMAX Melbourne

Wild Asia 3D at IMAX Melbourne

Sat, Oct 3, 12:00 AM
From Melbourne Social
4.9

Join me for a Saturday morning nature documentary on the giant screen! We're heading along to see Wild Asia 3D at IMAX Melbourne on Saturday 3 October. It's a great way to catch some spectacular wildlife footage in 3D and meet a few new people at the same time. We'll meet outside the IMAX Melbourne gates at 10:00am to say hello, then head inside at 10:10am to find seats before the documentary starts at 10:20am. The meetup wraps up when the film finishes, at around 11:05am. Seating for documentaries is unallocated, so arriving on time gives us the best chance of sitting together. This is a casual social meetup so we can head along together. It isn't run by or affiliated with IMAX Melbourne. Please book your own ticket directly with IMAX Melbourne. An RSVP here doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Anyone who loves wildlife, nature documentaries or the big-screen IMAX experience * People looking for a relaxed, low-key weekend morning outing * Solo attendees are very welcome, and plenty of people come on their own **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jBTeWUUmTjwMvNit5 * Wild Asia 3D: https://web.imaxmelbourne.com.au/films/Wild-Asia-3D/HO00000593 * Tickets: https://web.imaxmelbourne.com.au/order/showtimes/IMAX-23327/tickets * Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScWg4_mvVA0 **Timeline** * 10:00am – Meet outside the IMAX Melbourne gates and say hi * 10:10am – Head inside the IMAX building and get seated * 10:20am – Documentary starts * \~11:05am – Documentary ends and meetup finishes **Tickets / cost** * Please buy your own ticket for the 10:20am session using the ticket link above, and check current prices there * Booking ahead is recommended, as sessions can fill up * A Meetup RSVP is not a ticket and doesn't guarantee entry **Bring** * Your ticket **Expect** * Vibe: Relaxed, friendly and low-key * Group style: A quick hello before the film, then we watch together * Seating: Unallocated, so we'll try to sit together but can't guarantee it **Important notes** * Please arrive by 10:00am if you'd like to sit with the group, as seating is unallocated * If you're running late, head straight inside with your ticket so you don't miss the start * This meetup is organised independently and isn't run by, affiliated with or endorsed by IMAX Melbourne. Please follow all venue rules and staff instructions * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear

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Planetarium Nights: Unseen Earth + What's in the Sky Tonight

Planetarium Nights: Unseen Earth + What's in the Sky Tonight

Fri, Oct 16, 8:00 AM
From Melbourne Social
4.9

Join me for a night under the dome at Melbourne Planetarium, where Scienceworks reopens after hours for an adults-only fulldome screening. The 7:30pm session pairs **What's in the Sky Tonight** – a live, presenter-led tour of the current night sky – with **Unseen Earth: Observe, Understand, Respond**, a 28-minute fulldome film about how Earth observation reveals the hidden workings of our own planet. It's a lovely way to spend a Friday evening: reclined seats, a full dome overhead, and someone who really knows the sky pointing out what's up there right now. We'll meet outside the Planetarium gates at 7:00pm for a quick hello, head inside around 7:10pm, and take our seats before the 7:30pm start. The whole thing wraps up around 8:30pm. A couple of important things: this is a casual social meetup so we can go along together – it isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Scienceworks or Museums Victoria. **You'll need to book your own ticket directly with them, and an RSVP here doesn't include entry.** Scienceworks also notes that late entry into the Planetarium is not permitted, so please don't cut it fine. **Who this is for** * Anyone curious about space, astronomy, or Earth science – no background knowledge needed * People who'd enjoy a relaxed, low-key evening rather than a loud night out * This is an 18+ event, so please note it's adults only * Coming on your own? Absolutely welcome – plenty of people do, and it's easy to say hello before we head in **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XZy9qVvzwtqU6jSGA * Planetarium Nights info and tickets: https://museumsvictoria.com.au/scienceworks/whats-on/planetarium-nights/ **Timeline** * 7:00pm – Meet outside the Planetarium gates and say hello * 7:10pm – Head inside the Planetarium * 7:30pm – Screening starts (What's in the Sky Tonight + Unseen Earth) * \~8:30pm – Screening ends and the meetup finishes **Tickets / cost** * Everyone books and pays for their own ticket directly through Museums Victoria – there's no group booking. * Museums Victoria currently lists single-session tickets at $25 adult, $22 concession and $20 for members. Please check the link above for the current price before you book. * Make sure you book the **7:30pm session on Friday 16 October 2026** so we're all in the same screening. * Sessions can sell out, so it's worth booking early. **Transport** * Scienceworks is a short walk from Spotswood station, which is an easy trip on the Williamstown line. **Bring** * Your ticket * A warm layer – October evenings in Melbourne can turn cool * ID if you look under 18, since it's an 18+ event * Cash or card if you'd like a drink from the bar **Expect** * Difficulty: none – it's sitting back and looking up * Pace: relaxed * Vibe: friendly, curious, low-pressure * Group style: a casual social group, easy to join solo **Important notes** * This is a casual social meetup arranged so we can attend together. It isn't organised by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Scienceworks or Museums Victoria. * An RSVP here is not a ticket and doesn't guarantee entry – please book your own ticket directly. * Scienceworks says late entry into the Planetarium is not permitted, and asks that you arrive at the show entry 15 minutes before the start time. Please aim to be at the meeting point by 7:00pm so we're all seated in good time. * This is an 18+ event. * Please follow all venue rules and staff instructions on the night, and look after yourself getting to and from the venue. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear for everyone.

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Adventure Reels Tour 2026

Adventure Reels Tour 2026

Thu, Oct 15, 7:30 AM
From Melbourne Social
4.9

Join me for a big night of adventure films at The Capitol on Swanston Street. The Adventure Reels Tour is a curated collection of short action-sports films from around the world β€” skiing, climbing, kayaking, mountain biking, wing-suits β€” all packed into around two and a half hours on the big screen. The Capitol is one of Melbourne's most beautiful cinemas, so it's a lovely spot to sit back and watch people do slightly unreasonable things on mountains. We'll meet outside Starbucks at 117 Swanston Street at 6:30pm for a quick hello, then walk over to The Capitol together around 6:40pm so we're seated before the films start at 7:00pm. Afterwards we'll head out together and anyone who wants to keep chatting can. This is a casual social meetup so we can go along together β€” it isn't run by or affiliated with Adventure Reels or The Capitol. Please book your own ticket directly through Humanitix; an RSVP here doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Anyone who loves adventure films, the outdoors, or just a good night at the cinema * No experience or fitness required β€” this one's all sitting down * Coming solo is completely fine, plenty of people do **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WGJZqq4kfuuZKiQm7 * Tickets (Humanitix): https://events.humanitix.com/adventure-reels-tour-melbourne-capitol-thurs-15-oct-26-7pm * Adventure Reels Tour: https://adventurereelstour.com.au/ * Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgQDGgAZxtE **Timeline** * 6:30pm – Meet outside Starbucks (117 Swanston Street) and say hello * 6:40pm – Walk over to The Capitol and find seats together * 7:00pm – Films start * 10:00pm – Films finish and the meetup wraps up **Tickets / cost** * You book and pay for your own ticket directly with Humanitix. * Book ahead β€” these screenings can sell out. * Seating is not allocated, so arriving early gives us a good shot at sitting together. **Transport** * The Capitol is at 113 Swanston Street, right in the city β€” easy on foot from Flinders Street or Melbourne Central. * Trams along Swanston Street stop practically at the door. * Parking in the CBD is limited and pricey on a Thursday night, so public transport is easier if you can. **Bring** * Your ticket * A jacket **Expect** * Pace: relaxed, mostly sitting in the dark watching films * Vibe: friendly and low-key, a chat before and after * Group style: come as you are, solo attendees very welcome **Important notes** * Please book your own ticket in advance. A Meetup RSVP is not a ticket and doesn't guarantee entry. * This is an independently arranged social meetup, not an official Adventure Reels or Capitol event, and it isn't endorsed by them. * Once the films start we'll be quiet and in our seats, so the socialising happens before and after. * Please follow all venue rules and staff instructions on the night. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

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Queen Budapest @ IMAX Museum & Dinner @ St Andrew's Hotel (both optional)

Sat, Oct 10, 4:00 AM
From Jam Factory (& BEYOND!) film buffs
4.5
2 attendees
COMICS FESTIVAL SHOWCASE

COMICS FESTIVAL SHOWCASE

Tue, Oct 6, 8:30 AM
From Global Village Social Melbourne Meetup!
4.3

They have made regular appearances on Rove Live, 9am with David & Kim , Spicks and Specks, The Glass House, Thank God You're Here, The Project, & Good News Week We have a VIP Guest list under "MEET UP" with our own private tables this is where we will meet. We can meet for dinner before hand at 7pm or just for drinks at 7.30pm just before the show. Friends and family are also welcome to put their hand up for tickets. Plenty of parking. Tickets are $5 (Normally $15) pay at the door on arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup helps connect people around shared interests. It's perfect for finding events, like documentary screenings, happening nearby and meeting like-minded individuals.

You can search for documentary events in Melbourne on Meetup by entering the city and event type. This will help you discover local film screenings and communities.

The availability of documentary screenings in Melbourne varies. It's best to regularly check Meetup to find upcoming events curated by local film enthusiasts.

Yes, Meetup allows you to join multiple groups. This way, you can explore a variety of documentary screening meetups across different communities in Melbourne.

Documentaries of various genres are shown, depending on the group or event host. Some groups focus on specific areas, such as historical, social issues, or biographies.

Joining Meetup and browsing events are generally free, but some documentary screenings might have a ticket fee. Always check the event details for any costs.

To RSVP, find the event you're interested in and click 'RSVP'. This ensures you have a spot and also lets the organizer track attendance.

Yes, some groups welcome suggestions from members. Check the group’s guidelines or contact the organizer to discuss film suggestions.

Most screenings prefer RSVP to manage attendance, but it may not be strictly necessary for all. It's best to check each event's specific instructions.

No, events and screenings are organized by members or local groups on Meetup, not by Meetup itself.

Screenings could be either. Some organizers may host in-person events, while others might offer online screenings, especially for broader accessibility.

Meetup can't guarantee specific films, as events depend on organizers' choices. Check group previews or announcements for schedules.

Absolutely, documentary screenings often provide an informal setting to meet and chat with fellow film enthusiasts before or after the films.

No, you're not required to attend every event. You can choose which documentary screenings fit your schedule and interests.

If there's a gap in available groups, you might consider starting your community on Meetup to bring together local documentary lovers.