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Film & Television Studio International

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Danielle Carter

Actor/Dramaturge/Author

Training:

Graduated from the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in 1993

Moscow Arts Theatre School 2013

MICHA – The Michael Chekhov International Workshop USA 2015/2016/2017/2019

The Michael Chekhov School USA 2015/2016/2017/2019/2022/2023

Credits

  • 2022 ST Boxing Day BBQ Ensemble Theatre Company Mark Kilmurry Connie
  • 2020 TV Clickbait Matchbox Pictures | Tony Ayres Prod. | Netflix Emma Freeman Wendy McFarland
  • 2018 ST The Norman Conquests (trilogy) Ensemble Theatre Company Mark Kilmurry Sarah
  • 2018 ST Fury Red Stitch Brett Cousins & Ella Caldwell Alice
  • 2017 TV Offspring (Series 7) Endemol Shine Australia Pty Ltd Various Margot Lee
  • 2016 ST E-Baby Ensemble Theatre Company Nadia Tass Catherine
  • 2016 FF Rip Tide The Steve Jaggi Company Rhiannon Bannenberg Sophia
  • 2015 SF Nothing Better Sunjive Pty Ltd Salik Silverstein Sophie McQueen
  • 2015 TV House Husbands (Series 2, 4-5) Playmaker Productions Mat King Dr Emma Dalton
  • 2015 ST My Zinc Bed Ensemble Theatre Company David Hare Elsa Quinn
  • 2014 ST Richard III Ensemble Theatre Company Mark Kilmurry Elizabeth
  • 2013 FF The Legend Maker Ian Pringle Films Ian Pringle Helena Yussipova
  • 2012 ST The Gingerbread Lady Ensemble Theatre Sandra Bates Toby Landau
  • 2012 SF Reason to Smile Passion Pictures Rene Hernandez Mum
  • 2012 TV Magazine Wars Southern Star Productions Daina Reid Julia
  • 2012 TV Mr and Mrs Murder FreMantleMedia Sian Davies Annie Bell
  • 2011 TV MAL.COM Animazing Productions David Swann Holly
  • 2011 ST My Wonderful Day Ensemble Theatre Anna Crawford Paula Hammond
  • 2011 FF Last Dance Ulah productions David Pulbrook Sophie
  • 2010 ST Absurd Person Singular Ensemble Andrew Doyle Eva Jackson
  • 2010 TV City Homicide SNOL Roger Hodgman Danielle Fraser
  • 2010 ST Status Update La Mama Sue Jones Coral/Adam
  • 2009 TV Satisfaction Lone Hand Pty Ltd Steve Jodrell Margot
  • 2009 ST The Cove – 8 Short Plays by Daniel Keene If Productions / Dog Theatre Matt Scholten Sylvie / Estelle
  • 2008 FF Knowing Ezekiel Films Alex Proyas Priscilla Taylor
  • 2008 TV All Saints SNOL Marty Sacks Donna Griffin
  • 2008 TV The Elephant Princess Elephant Princess Pty Ltd Roger Hodgman and Grant Brown Ms Clements
  • 2007 ST Shadow Passion Chapel off Chapel Anthony Crowley Catherine Harrow
  • 2007 TV Underbelly Screen Time Tony Tilse Virgina Gangitano
  • 2007 ST A Midsummer Night’s Dream Theatre Works Glenda Linscott Titania
  • 2007 TV City Homicide Seven Network (Ops) Limited Tony Kravitz Celia joyner
  • 2006 ST Europe VCA Directors Season Matt Scholten Barbara
  • 2005 ST Still (2003-2005) La Mama/Malthouse Theatre/National Tour Bernadette Ryan Order / Want Me
  • 2004 TV Stingers Beyond Simpson Le Mesurier Julian McSwiney Alison Bray
  • 2004 TV Holly’s Heroes Tosi Westside Pty Ltd Ruth Milner
  • 2004 SF The Fortune Teller Skanky Ho Productions Brendon Kennedy Jade
  • 2003 SF Eustice Solves A Problem Head Pictures Stephen Lance Betty Ann
  • 2003 TV Secret Life of Us Southern Star Kate Denis McKenzie Turner
  • 2003 TV Blue Heelers West St Prod. Grant Brown Andrea Gibson
  • 2003 TV Salems Lot Coote/Hayes Prod Mikael Saloman Margaret White
  • 2003 SF The Blue Lady Asphodel Films Nicholas Verso Alice
  • 2002 TV The Lost World Coote/Hayes Productions Karl Zuicky Death
  • 2002 TV Halifax fp Beyond Simpson Le Mesurier Ken Cameron Stevie
  • 2001 TV Something In the Air (1999-2001) Beyond Simpson Le Mesurier Various Sally Sabatini
  • 1999 ST Face To Face Ensemble Theatre Sandra Bates Julie
  • 1999 ST All Things Considered Marian Street Theatre Judi Farr Joanna
  • 1999 TV Fearless South Pacific Productions Charlie Haskell Danni
  • 1998 ST Property Of The Clan Theatre 20/20 Camilla Ah Kin Jade
  • 1998 TV Tales of the South Seas Village Roadshow Productions Various Eleanora
  • 1998 TV Murder Call West Street Productions Grant Brown Sharon Gavin
  • 1998 TV Flipper Village Roadshow Mark DeFriest Jean Carter
  • 1998 TV Beastmaster Coote/Hayes Production Various Dar’s Mother
  • 1997 TV Medivac (1996-97) Liberty & Beyond Various Bree Dalrymple
  • 1996 TV Pacific Drive Village Roadshow Various Saskia
  • 1995 SF A Few Things I Know About Her AFTRS Karena Slaninka Emma
  • 1995 ST A Midsummer Night’s Dream Original Theatre Company Patrick Tucker Puck
  • 1995 ST The Quartet From Rigoletto Ensemble/Cue Theatre George Ogilvie Annie
  • 1994 SF Kid in a Bin Robert Carter and Jenny Woods Karen
  • 1994 ST Away Sydney Theatre Company Alex Galeazzi Meg/Leonie
  • 1994 ST Hypothalamania Sydney Theatre Company Wayne Harrison The Girl
  • 1994 TV Home and Away Amalgamated Television Services Various Rebecca Fisher
  • 1993 ST Road NIDA Adam Cook Brenda/Dor/Leslie
  • 1993 ST A Midsummer Night’s Dream NIDA Lindy Davies Hermia
  • 1993 ST Bobbin Up NIDA Nick Enright Nell
  • 1993 TV Heartland Northway Productions Various Susan
  • 1993 TV G.P. Roadshow Coote and Carroll Various Libby Walsh
  • 1992 ST Metamorphosis NIDA David Fenton Greta
  • 1992 ST Hamlet NIDA Jennifer Hagen Ophelia/Osric
  • 1992 ST Uncle Vanya NIDA Rhys McConnochie Sonia
  • 1992 ST Here Comes A Chopper NIDA Tony Knight
  • 1989 ST Dags National Tour Nicci Woods Wendy/Karen
  • 1987 TV Richmond Hill Grundy Television Various Nikki Simpson
  • 1987 TV Neighbours Grundy Television Various Jenny Owens

Studio Social News

IT’S TIME TO PUT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH FIRST (our # IT’S TIME TO PUT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH FIRST (our #1 priority at Film & Television Studio International). 

Your mental health is central to your wellbeing. In this comprehensive seminar, backed by the latest research and insights from mental health experts and advocates, TED Keynote Speaker & Published Author NICK BRACKS gives you the simple strategies and practical tools to help build positive habits that lead to lasting improvements.

Looking after your mental health is one of the most important things you can do as an artist - especially in 2025 and beyond.  Move your Mind shares the small gradual lifestyle changes to help you achieve real and noticeable results.

This seminar is exclusive to Film & Television Studio International, and is completely FREE OF CHARGE.

📍May 31, 2025 // Live from New York City
Please go to our link in bio to book your placement. 

#moveyourmind #nickbracks #mentalhealthawareness #lifeline #beyondblue #healthymindsetforlife #healthymindsetforactors #ted #tedtalks #artists #mindfulness #freeseminar #givingback #artisticcommunity
We are so excited to present this online Sydney/Me We are so excited to present this online Sydney/Melbourne co-pro with Casting Director Leigh Pickford (Maura Fay Casting - Sydney) and Film & Television Studio International - Melbourne. 

Leigh Pickford (Casting Director of CBS America & Paramount+ Australia’s Hit International Television Series NCIS: SYDNEY; GOOD COP BAD COP; LAST KING OF THE CROSS; TEN POUND POMS; THE ARTFUL DODGER; THE TOURIST & so many more) will facilitate this session, focusing on Online Audition Techniques / Self-Taping & chemistry reads, followed by a Q&A. 

Leigh will be joined by Artistic Director Craig McMahon & Award Winning Actor, Kestie Morassi.  This session is BOOKED OUT but we will keep you posted on our next online “Audition Process” with Leigh Pickford 💫

🎬Go to our link in bio for more opportunities coming up at the studio.
JOIN US for a detailed industry session where part JOIN US for a detailed industry session where participants will have the opportunity (Free of Charge) to hear first-hand about upcoming production in Australia, Casting Opportunities, a review of your online profile and a general critique of your work, in an on-camera workshop with playback in studio. SIDES/Scenes provided on the day.

This is an excellent networking opportunity and a fabulous way to plan for 2025 and beyond (Australian & USA Market).

📍Melbourne Studio. 
April 26 // 12pm-4pm

💫To book, go to link in bio or visit www.filmtv.com.au.  We look forward to seeing you there.

#freeindustryevent #actors #melbourneactors #actingindustry #oncamera #talent #performingartists #awardwinningactors #australiansinfilm #australiansintelevision #filmvic #screenaustralia
Film & Television Studio International, in conjunc Film & Television Studio International, in conjunction with SUSAN BATSON STUDIOS NYC, is thrilled to present this wonderful opportunity:

In ADDITION to the 2-Day INTENSIVE BATSON TECHNIQUE MASTERCLASS, Susan Batson and Carl Ford will select one participant as the most encouraging emerging artist, who will be awarded the following:

💫$1000.00 travel voucher towards a return trip to New York City.
💫A meet and greet in person, and further training at Susan Batson Studios in New York City with Susan Batson and Carl Ford.
💫$1000.00 voucher to spend on further education at Film & Television Studio International (excluding Masterclasses).

Susan Batson, the creator of the Batson Technique, is one of the most sought-after acting coaches in the world. As the personal coach to Nicole Kidman, Lady Gaga, Juliette Binoche, Viola Davis, and many other Academy Award-winning actors, Susan has built a reputation for helping performers access profound emotional truths and deliver transformative performances. Her groundbreaking work is featured in her acclaimed book, “Truth: Personas, Needs, and Flaws”, which explores the process of unlocking deep emotional layers to create truly authentic characters. 
 
Strictly Limited Placements.
Link in bio. 

#academyswards  #goldenglobeawards #baftaswards #primetimeemmys #saagawards #criticschoiceawards #peopleschoiceawards #susanbatson #carlford #batsontechnique #filmtvstudiointernational #newyorkcity #melbourne
After Winning one of the most prestigious Short Fi After Winning one of the most prestigious Short Film Festivals in the world for his film “Unspoken”, Actor/Director Damian Walshe-Howling (Last King of the Cross; Janet King; Jack Irish; Underbelly; Thou Shalt Not Steal; Just a Farmer; Darklands; Bite Club; and so many more) is back in Melbourne briefly and will be directing our upcoming Showreel Intensive Program.

Shot on Location with our award-winning professional DOP & crew @cinestudios - places are strictly limited.

Commences Sunday 11th of May. Get onto it 🎥
Link in bio.

#showreel #onlocation #professionalshoot #melbourneactors #essentialtools #actorpromotion #emergingperformers #selfpromotion
Getting settled in for the night. Just about to ki Getting settled in for the night. Just about to kick off…and get stuck into some scene work with Kestie Morassi✨ 🎬
#texttoscreentest #oncamera #screentesting #instudio #melbourneactors #sides
A super successful industry event appreciated by a A super successful industry event appreciated by all! A huge “thank-you” to Tony Ayres for sharing his time and knowledge with this wonderful group of emerging actors, writers, directors and producers.

Supporting our industry is imperative to keep it alive here in Australia, where we always tell captivating stories.  THE SURVIVORS, executive produced, produced and adapted for the screen by Tony Ayres Productions will be released on Netflix in 2025.

A shout out to our fabulous photographer @ashley_sawko who cut half the class out of this photo 📸😂 Love your work Ashley 😜
We look forward to welcoming EVE MOREY back next w We look forward to welcoming EVE MOREY back next week.  Actor, NIDA Graduate, Gold Logie Nominee and On-Set Intimacy coach, with thousands of hours of television under her belt, Eve has been a much loved mentor and trainer at Film & Television Studio International for well over a decade.  She is one of many incredible active performing artists residing in studio over the next few weeks 🎬💫

#shayda #neighbours #actors #traininganddevelopment #onset🎬
We had the divine Jane Harber in studio this week, We had the divine Jane Harber in studio this week, mentoring our Full-Time Students. Her humour, intelligence, and energy was a breath of fresh air. Thank-you @janeharber ✨We can't wait to have you back in studio. #fulltimeprogram #practicalaesthetics #thefamilynextdoor #thenewsreader #inlimbo #offspring #summerlove #sleepingdogs #foe #informer3838 #themoodys
🎬 Want to stand out in your next online auditio 🎬 Want to stand out in your next online audition? 🌟
Join Kestie Morassi and special guest Leigh Pickford for an exclusive program Text-to-Screen-Test, starting next week! 🎥✨
Learn insider tips on how to shine virtually, master your self-tape, and stand out in a competitive field. 📲💡

Don't miss this opportunity to level up your audition game.
Spaces are limited. Please contact us for further information or go to link in bio.

#ActingTips #SelfTape #OnlineAudition #CastingDirectors #StandOut #ActorsLife #KestieMorassi #LeighPickford #TextToScreenTest
2024 Full-Time Program Showreel Scene with Graduat 2024 Full-Time Program Showreel Scene with Graduates Elita Grcic & Tahlia Jameson. Developed & produced by The McMahons at Film & Television Studio International & Directed by Pino Amenta (High Country; Wentworth; Home & Away). DOP & Editor Joshua Hoareau (Cinestudios). These actors trained for 30 contact weeks (3 days per week) with some incredible mentors/trainers including: Craig McMahon; Damian Walshe-Howling; Pino Amenta; Jane Harber; Danielle Carter; Vince Colosimo; Eve Morey; Pia Miranda; Katrina Milosevic; Tyler Coppin and so many more. #fulltimeprogram #auditioning
Show Creator; Showrunner, Screenwriter and Directo Show Creator; Showrunner, Screenwriter and Director MR TONY AYRES (Tony Ayres Productions) joins us in studio March 29.  Tony’s Feature Films and Television Shows have been nominated for over 100 Australian and International awards, and have won over 60 of these awards including; an International Emmy; BAFTA; Golden Horse (Asian Oscars), 6 AACTA Awards; 6 Logie Awards; Prix de Jours; IF & SPA Awards.

3-Hour Actors Masterclass
1 Session Only for 2025
Places Strictly Limited.
Link in bio.
What a weekend with Rena Owen. Thank you @renaowen What a weekend with Rena Owen. Thank you @renaowen and thank you to our brave students. It was a joy! ❤️

#renaowen #icon #masterclass
The countdown is on. 10 Days until Rena Owen joins The countdown is on. 10 Days until Rena Owen joins us in studio and on stage for what is going to be a phenomenal, life/career awakening masterclass. What an incredible opportunity. Lucky actors 🙌🏼 @renaowen 

Melbourne, Australia.
7th, 8th & 9th of March, 2025.
We have had such a long running relationship with We have had such a long running relationship with this wonderful Soap Opera, starting with our very own Artistic Director @craigmcmahon76 who played Jack Foster on the show some 30 years ago alongside Jesse Spencer and Brooke Satchwell. 

Our fondest memories as a company (aside from having so many series regulars on the show - and seeing so many of our actors launched onto the international stage as a result of visiting Ramsay Street) is touring all over the country and internationally throughout London, Manchester, Belfast & Dublin with original Casting Director @janruss7390 some 20 years ago.  Great times.

A huge “thank-you” to Executive Producer @jasonherbison and Casting Director @mcleod_casting for their huge support of emerging actors and giving new talent a platform to showcase their work.

Neighbours has touched us all in some way, shape or form. It will be missed.
What an inspiring class last night. Ongoing Weekly What an inspiring class last night. Ongoing Weekly Scene Study with one of Australia’s leading actors and Master Trainer, KERRY ARMSTRONG. Some excellent work happening in here👌🏼

DM us if you would like to join us or go to our website for further information.

#melbourneactors #training #scenestudy #kerryarmstrong #goals #actors #oncamera #practicepracticepractice #justdoit #getintoclass  #actorslife
First Table read with our 2025 Full-Time cohort to First Table read with our 2025 Full-Time cohort today. A company read-through of Australian Television Drama TERRITORY. 

#australiantelevision #australiandramas #actingfortelevision #tableread #actors #training #fulltimeprogram #theoriginal #diversityandinclusion #melbourneactors #territory
The Most Anticipated Masterclass of 2025. RENA OW The Most Anticipated Masterclass of 2025. 
RENA OWEN joins us in studio. Melbourne, Australia. Link in bio.

#actor #actorsinfilm #actorsintelevision #stage #masterclass #oncewerewarriors #melbourneactors
“WHO YOU ARE as a HUMAN-BEING is what will speak “WHO YOU ARE as a HUMAN-BEING is what will speak for you as an ACTOR on CAMERA or on a STAGE. When an Actor hears the command, ‘ACTION!’ No one can fill that next MOMENT. Nobody else can jump in front of the camera, or onto the stage to do it for you. YOU are IT! Therefore as an Actor you need to be 100% PRESENT in the moment, CENTERED in YOURSELF, in CHARGE of your CRAFT, and the STORY you have been CHOSEN to HELP tell. 

This MASTERCLASS will offer you an EXPERIENCE to leave with along with TOOLS for your future use. Our weekend will be INTENSE and IMPACTFUL, but also INTIMATE, and should be considered PRIVATE. NO PHONES will be allowed in Class. Even if you are not standing on the stage, you will still be working sitting in your seat. You will PREPARE a 3-4 minute MONOLOGUE that you believe SHOWCASES who you are and what you have to OFFER as an Actor.  I look forward to working with you” - 

RENA OWEN (International Award-Winning Actor - Moana; Star Wars; Once Were Warriors; Sirens; The Gloaming).

On Stage. Melbourne, Australia.
Strictly 14 Placements (2 placements left)
Link in bio or go to: www.filmtv.com.au
Melbourne’s #1 TEXT TO SCREEN-TEST Program is ba Melbourne’s #1 TEXT TO SCREEN-TEST Program is back.

Join Actors KESTIE MORASSI (Home & Away; Black Snow; Wolf Creek; Underbelly; Satisfaction), NICHOLAS COGHLAN (Neighbours; Nowhere Boys; La Brea) & NCIS:SYDNEY Casting Director LEIGH PICKFORD (Maura Fay Casting - Good Cop, Bad Cop; The Artful Dodger; Ten Pound Poms), for a 6-Week Workshop Series (6 x 3-hour sessions).

Over the past 25 years, we have mentored and spring-boarded countless artists into the film and television industry. This is the class where they first cut their teeth and went on to have tremendous success in our industry both in Australia and overseas. This course provides technical on-set training with advanced acting technique in a practical, hands-on format. And with a payment plan of $59 per week, it is accessible to everyone.  In addition to blocking and technique, actors will focus on professional-quality self-taping skills.

Only 2 sessions available. Places are strictly limited. First in. Link in bio or go to our website 🎬www.filmtv.com.au

@kestiemorassi @nicholascoghlan
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