course dates

2024

15th -25th April

3rd - 13th June

22nd July - 1st August

12th - 22nd August

2nd - 12th September

the two week workshop

Our Two Week Intensive Acting Workshop runs each month and is designed to introduce students to the basic principles and activities involved in an Actor Training. It is suitable for absolute beginners as well as those students wishing to build upon previous performance experience.

The workshop runs from Monday to Thursday evening or Tuesday to Friday evening, 7pm - 10pm for 2 consecutive weeks and incorporates 16 x 1.5 hour classes in Voice, Movement, Acting Technique, Improvising & Devising and Working with Text. The workshop costs £150 in total.

We will give you a detailed timetable prior to the start of the course.

entry requirements

Applicants must be over 18 years old. We will accept applications from students 16-18 with written parental approval. Previous drama experience is not necessary and there is no upper age limit.

Applications from speakers of English as a second language are welcome but please note that all of ACT's courses are taught in English and are practical and active. We recommend an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall band of 6.0 or if below this extensive previous drama or theatre experience.

“All the teachers were great. I really liked how each session seemed to build on the last. I really felt that at the end of the Workshop I had improved and my attitude to acting developed. ”

— K Ford

feedback and further training

Upon completion of the Workshop, each tutor submits a written evaluation of every student's potential in their discipline and students may then attend an individual feedback session and interview with the Principal or Head of Acting.

Candidates for places on the Diploma and Foundation courses are usually required to complete the Workshop in order that we can determine their suitability for further training.

“Everything was superb. ”

— A Perera

“The Course was really enjoyable and I felt I gained so much from it.”

— A Bingham

Will I be the oldest or youngest?
Probably not. There is usually a broad range of ages and backgrounds on the workshop. We have no upper age limit. Participants must be 18 years or older or over 16 with parental/guardian permission.
Do I need previous acting experience?
No, the workshop is designed as an introduction to Actor Training for those who have no experience and as a refresher to those that have some experience.
Do I have to attend the first session?
Yes, all participants must attend the first session as this is a very important part of the workshop and introduces everyone to each other as well as the work and the spaces.
Will I have to perform something on the first night?
No, the opening session is a very gentle introduction to the work we do and a chance for everyone on the workshop to get to know each other and feel comfortable.
What happens if I can’t attend the workshop I booked?
If you are ill, or cannot attend the workshop for any reason, then you can transfer to another workshop. However, you can only do this once without losing the deposit payment. Notice that you cannot attend must be given at least 24 hrs prior to the start of the workshop otherwise you will lose the deposit.
Will there be lots of scripts to read or learn – I am dyslexic/ working in a second language?
There are some sessions on working with scripts, but there is plenty of time to go over these and you will get support from the tutors. We designed the workshop so that all the work takes place on the night, so there is no ‘homework’ or ‘lines to be learnt’.
Will I have to sing?
Not unless you really want to! There are no singing classes on the workshop.
Is movement a dance class?
No, Movement is about how you use your physicality as an actor – so yes you will be moving about, but it is not a dance class.
Please ensure that you have read and understood our ACT Courses terms and conditions.
The Workshop:
Online application is only open to persons aged 18 years or over. Minimum age for Workshop participants is 16. If you are 16 to 18 you will need permission from a parent or guardian to attend - please complete the form and then send permission via an email.
In the event of illness or that you are unable to attend your specified dates you may nominate to transfer to a later workshop. Please note you can only transfer once without losing your deposit. A second transfer will require a new deposit payment.
Workshop participants must attend the opening session (the first Monday). This session is both an introduction to the work and the school and It is not possible to join the workshop part way through.

Previous acting experience is not necessary to participate in the workshop but it will help us if you can supply details of any previous acting/drama experience and/or training that you have.

We do not share your details with any 3rd parties.
Two Week Workshop fees are: £150.00. To secure your place you will need to pay a non refundable deposit of £75.00. The remaining balance of fees - £75.00 is payable prior to the start of The Workshop or you can pay the full fee £150 online via Paypal or Stripe with this booking.
You can pay via Stripe, PayPal or Bank Transfer. Please note, you do not need a PayPal account to pay. PayPal accepts most major credit and debit cards including Visa and Mastercard. Once you have completed your transaction You will receive an immediate email from PayPal that your order has been taken. We will then notify you by email that your place is confirmed and payment has been taken. Please allow one working day for confirmation. If a place is not available on your chosen workshop we will contact you to see if you wish to transfer to another workshop. If you transfer you will not have to re-enter your details.

the act two week workshop