NIDA Scholarship

Technical Direction Company extends a scholarship to a promising student enrolled in the Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services at NIDA.

Each year, TDC – Technical Direction Company extends a scholarship to a promising student enrolled in the Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services at The National Institute of Dramatic Arts. NIDA held the Life Changing Scholarship Ceremony on Thursday 28th February 2023, where Anthony Arcaya was announced as this year’s recipient. Anthony Arcaya will embark on an exciting secondment with TDC upon completing his course.

Anthony Arcaya hails from a first-generation immigrant family in Western Sydney, where he discovered a profound sense of belonging and passion within musical and creative circles. Engaging in live music events and volunteering in the film industry for short films and music videos, Anthony Arcaya eagerly anticipates advancing his education through NIDA’s Diploma program.

NIDA offers rigorous, practice-based training that poses financial challenges for students. The cost of living during their studies often proves to be the most significant hurdle for talented individuals to apply, accept, or complete their education. Despite possessing the requisite skills and aspirations, financial disparities deter many from pursuing their academic dreams.

Initiatives like the life changing Technical Direction Company scholarship intervene at a pivotal moment in students’ artistic and career journeys. Just as they navigate rounds of interviews, submit major works, and audition, receiving a scholarship offer from TDC marks a transformative milestone. For numerous aspiring students, accepting an offer to study at NIDA seems an unattainable dream, but scholarships like these make it a tangible reality. They provide essential support, enabling students to fully dedicate themselves to their studies and unleash their creativity.

The impact of this scholarship, coupled with NIDA’s additional support through work placements, in-kind assistance, teaching, and equipment, is truly life-changing. Such initiatives wouldn’t be feasible without the generous support from TDC, championing the aspirations of NIDA students.