Do you dream of being on stage? Have you done some acting but want to hone your skills? City Academy’s huge variety of acting courses offer first-rate training for everyone, from committed actors, through to people simply seeking to sharpen their communication skills.
All classes are taught by experienced professionals from the theatre, film and television industry and they offer the opportunity to learn skills in a supportive, fun environment.
As well as our core acting classes (beginners - advanced), which will see you progress through four levels of skill, deepening your knowledge and technique, there are also plenty of fun and focused options, covering subjects as diverse as voice training and clowning.
There’s more info on each course below:
Beginners' Acting
This course offers a thorough and practical introduction to acting, using a contemporary text, and is most appropriate for those with little or no acting experience.
Come and learn the art of acting and reacting spontaneously in a fun environment. Whether you’re interested in learning improvisation as an extra and highly important acting technique, or to gain skills for social and business situations, you’ll love this course.
This is for high-level, serious-minded types and will see students work towards an end-of- term showcase. It’s beneficial for those seeking to get into the industry professionally or indeed those already working professionally who would like to take part in a showcase to increase their visibility in the industry.
Are you a West End fanatic? Do the bright lights make you want to tread those beloved boards? If so, this cool weekend course is for you! It’s a unique opportunity to learn about acting technique based on a show currently playing in the West End. The course is ideal for the amateur actor as well as anyone who loves theatre.
Your voice is essential to portraying a ‘character’ either in theatre, on screen or in real life. Learn how to get the most out of your dulcet tones and try out the different effects you can create, as well as gaining confidence for public speaking.
Can you see yourself on the big screen? This course offers a thorough and practical introduction to screen acting in a fun and supportive atmosphere. We’ll show you everything you need to know.
Whichever route you take through our Acting department, we hope your journey will be a stimulating one!