APAC did more than just teach me acting technique; it forged my resilience. I learned to handle both high-drama emotional scenes and quiet, still moments, and that training prepared me for every audition. The biggest tip I ever got was about quiet confidence. That's a lesson that is stitched into me forever."
Mathew Swift, Actor, producer, writer, and director (starred in Hindi-Vindi, Sharko, Disney's Nautilus and How To Make Gravy)

Mathew Swift

The skills I learnt at APAC gave me the ability to land and tackle my first lead role one year after graduation in “500 Miles”, an Australian Indie film. As the years went on, I realised the lessons I learnt at APAC were always there for me to lean on. Lessons that took me through to my supporting lead role in Cage Dive which had a two-year gap between filming. It went on the be picked up by Lionsgate and was seen on over 1200 screens worldwide.

Pete Valley

Since graduating from the Australian Performing Arts Conservatory in 2004, I’ve worked steadily as an actor in Brisbane and Melbourne. My experience is wide and varied, performing in roles across theatre, film and television. During my time at APAC I felt completely supported and aligned with the training. I felt like I’d finally found a safe place to push my boundaries and explore my true potential. APAC provided me with a solid foundation and a professionalism to spring board a lasting career. I still apply the teaching and techniques I discovered here to my work today. I will always remember my time at APAC fondly.

Julie-Anna Evans