Welcome to Rātā Studios

“Where creativity sparks, talent is developed, and pathways to industry are opened.”

Discover what’s possible at Rātā Studios — where creativity, curiosity, and community come together. Explore our wide range of courses in music, film, drama, arts, and specialised programmes, and find the pathway that inspires you.

Our Courses

Staff

Our Team

Meet our management team! To get to know the rest of our team, click below.

Tess Jamieson-Karaha

Tess Jamieson-Karaha

Director of Rātā Studios
Miranda Harcourt

Miranda Harcourt

Drama Tutor
Mark Bobb

Mark Bobb

Artistic Director of Rātā Music School
Meet the full team

Testimonials

Rātā just really helped me pin down those key things that are so helpful in my career.

Nell Fisher

Stranger Things, Bookworm

It all started with your mahi at Rātā; you guys raised me and my work.

Kate Laidler

The Sender, Origami, In Her Steps

Rātā built so much of my confidence, as not just a young actor, but young man. They created a welcoming and safe place for me, and many other like minded people, to freely be themselves, connect, learn, and play, without judgment.

Xander Manktelow

Shortland Street, Mystic

Rātā’s classes were my doorway into the film and television industry. The tools and experience I gained at Rātā were truly invaluable!

Erana James

We Were Dangerous, The Wilds, The Changeover

The skills I learnt from this course is something I draw back to regularly when approaching new scripts and characters for screen. 

Jackson Burling

Hui Hoppers, Not Even

The studios became a safe haven and a vehicle for igniting discovery outside in the real world.

Bruno Hart

How To Rob A Bank, Lazy Boy

I can’t thank you enough for the amazing opportunity for my son. He came home absolutely fizzing and couldn’t stop talking about it. Then he woke up the next morning and continued to non-stop talk about it! This will have a lasting impact on him so thank you!

Parent of Teen Screen Acting Intensive Student

I graduated with a Bachelor of Screen Arts majoring in film production. I couldn’t have done it without Rātā. Thank you to all the amazing tutors for the help over the years and for changing my life.

Teen Acting Student

I was naturally a little worried when I first rocked up, but having so many welcoming, smiling faces greet us and support us every day made the environment so warm! 

Screen Acting Intensive Student

Great week! Generous people to work with giving much of their time knowledge and support! Well worth it.

Adult Student – Performance Capture Course

Thank you all very much for an amazing opportunity for our rangatahi. Such a special thing for them to learn from the best, and share moments with their tribe of like-minded beings.”

Parent of Teen Screen Acting Intensive Student

It’s like a little slice of heaven every Monday night.

Adult Choir Member

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