Join Cork actress Rachel Sarah Murphy, best known for playing Jo in Fair City, for a practical 10-week acting programme designed to build confidence, develop performance skills and introduce participants to internationally recognised acting techniques.
Separate programmes will be available for adults and children, with the course content and exercises adapted to suit each group. No previous acting experience is required.
THE DETAILS
Programmes
Separate programmes for adults and teens aged 14+
Date(s)
Adults: Thursdays, 28th January 2027
Teens: Sundays, 31st January 2027
10 weekly classes
Time
Adults: 7:30pm–9:00pm
Children: 10:30am–12:00pm
Location
Cobh (Great Island) Community Centre. Classes will normally take place in Room 14.
What You’ll Learn
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Explore focus, preparation and the repetition exercise while learning to respond naturally and truthfully in performance.
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Use Hagen’s Nine Questions to explore character motivation, make informed acting choices and bring characters to life.
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Learn about emotional recall and sense memory, using personal experience to support authentic performance.
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Put the techniques into practice through script analysis, character development, rehearsed scene work and in-class performances. Participants will receive feedback and guidance before preparing their final piece.
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The final class will include a question-and-answer session about the acting profession, along with practical guidance on auditions, preparation, rehearsal and building confidence as a performer.
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The programme will culminate in a special Christmas Showcase at [venue], giving participants the opportunity to present what they have learned before a live audience.
Selected work may also be filmed as part of the course and final showcase. Parent or guardian consent will be required for all participants under 18.
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Rachel Sarah Murphy is a Cork actress best known for playing Jo Fahey in RTÉ’s Fair City. She brings professional acting experience and a practical, encouraging approach to helping participants develop their craft and confidence.
Choose Your Programme
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A practical and supportive 10-week course for adults interested in exploring acting, building confidence or developing their existing performance skills. No previous acting experience is required.
Dates: Every Thursday from 28th January
Time: 7:30pm–9:00pm
Location: Cobh (Great Island) Community Centre
Cost: €15 per class, total €150 -
A fun and engaging 10-week course helping children develop confidence, creativity, communication and performance skills in a supportive environment.
Suitable for ages: 14+
Dates: Every Sunday from 31st January
Time: 10:30am–12:00pm
Location: Cobh (Great Island) Community Centre
Cost: €12 per class, €120 total