Beginners Acting & Drama Classes

Course Description This acting course offers a thorough and practical introduction to Acting in a fun and supportive atmosphere. There is ample opportunity to practice a range of skills required for acting in the theatre. Focus will be upon one main text throughout the course. However, a variety of other texts will be included. Acting Skills Development Basic understanding of the principles of core elements of acting Using environment, character and objectives to explore text Basic understanding on how acting choices create spontaneity, emotion and connection to other actors Preparing and presenting improvised and scripted scenes using imaginary spaces Acting Class Content Our beginners acting class is designed to develop acting techniques most appropriate for those with little to no acting experience. However, exact course content may differ as it is often tailored to the students taking the course. The length of your course will also affect the material covered but will generally follow this structure: Week 1 - 4 Approaching and enjoying improvisation using body language and movement to communicate a character Using your voice on stage Connecting to your fellow actor Week 5 - 10 Sight-reading a scene effectively Tackling a scene from a play Being truthful in imaginary circumstances Taking on a character Identifying and communicating subtext Week 11 - 12 Engaging with different styles of writing and performance Preparing and presenting improvised and scripted scenes Beginners Acting Class Progression Click to find out more: Improvers Acting » Click to find out more: Find Your Voice » Click to find out more: Acting Improvisation »

How our Beginners Acting Class is Taught In this practical and dynamic class, students will be taught Acting through: Explanation, demonstration, suggestion, direction, repetition, revision and practising Whole group work / small groups / pair work and solo work to consolidate learning Written material to support practical learning Feedback to Confirm Progress Students will receive continual feedback from the tutor throughout the course. There will also be many opportunities for self-assessment and peer assessment. At the end of the course your tutor will assess the progress you have made. Additional Information Wearing comfortable clothes and bringing a bottle of water is recommended. Scripts will be provided.

Please note: shorter courses (eg. 6 weeks or 10 weeks) broadly cover the same content as 12 week courses.

For 10 and 12 week courses you are welcome to join up to Week 3.
For 6 and 8 week courses you are welcome to join up to Week 2.

Class	Date	Day	Time	Duration	Teacher	Location	Total Price	Booking
Acting Beginners	28 Aug - 16 Oct	Saturday	11.45am - 1.15pm	8 weeks	Jake Lyons	Dominion Theatre - click	£132.00	Book
Acting Beginners	12 Sep - 17 Oct	Sunday	3.00pm - 4.30pm	6 weeks	David Windle	Sadler's Wells (Studio C) - click	£99.00	Book
Acting Beginners	21 Sep - 26 Oct	Tuesday	6.30pm -8.30pm	6 weeks	Ann Ogbomo	Phoenix Heights, Docklands - click	£132.00	Book
Acting Beginners	22 Sep - 27 Oct	Wednesday	6.30pm -8.30pm	6 weeks	David Windle	Phoenix Heights, Docklands - click	£132.00	Book
Acting Beginners	22 Sep - 8 Dec	Wednesday	6.15pm - 7.45pm	12 weeks	Ann Ogbomo	Finsbury Town Hall (Council Chamber) - click	£198.00	Book
Acting Beginners	22 Sep - 8 Dec	Wednesday	7.55pm - 9.25pm	12 weeks	Ann Ogbomo	Finsbury Town Hall (Council Chamber) - click	£198.00	Book
Acting Beginners	23 Sep - 25 Nov	Thursday	6.15pm - 7.45pm	10 weeks	Jake Lyons	Westminster Kingsway College - click	£165.00	Book
Acting Beginners	23 Sep - 25 Nov	Thursday	7.55pm - 9.25pm	10 weeks	Jake Lyons	Westminster Kingsway College - click	£165.00	Book
Acting Beginners	23 Oct - 11 Dec	Saturday	11.45am - 1.15pm	8 weeks	Jake Lyons	Dominion Theatre - click	£132.00	Book
Acting Beginners	23 Oct - 11 Dec	Saturday	2.00pm - 3.30pm	8 weeks	Jake Lyons	Dominion Theatre - click	£132.00	Book
Acting Beginners	24 Oct - 28 Nov	Sunday	3.00pm - 4.30pm	6 weeks	David Windle	Finsbury Town Hall (Studio 3) - click	£99.00	Book
Acting Beginners	2 Nov - 7 Dec	Tuesday	6.30pm -8.30pm	6 weeks	Ann Ogbomo	Phoenix Heights, Docklands - click	£132.00	Book

If you book 2 or more different courses at a time, you will receive 10% discount.
(Deducted automatically when booking online)

Cancellations Policy
Cancellations made within 7 working days of booking the course but before your course starts - full refund
Cancellations made after 7 working days of booking the course but more than 14 days before your course starts – full refund less a 20% administration fee.
Cancellations made after 7 working days of booking the course but less than 14 days before your course starts – no refund.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
 

Acting Teacher: Cat Clancy

Credits: Pride & Prejudice, The Hollow Men, Cabaret
Actor, singer and cabaret performer, Cat Clancy has been regularly wowing critics and fellow professionals from the Royal Shakespeare Company to Oscar-winning lyricist Don Black. Best Actress award winner, she has performed on stage and screen from The Ritz to Pizza on the Park. Cat brings all of her experience and acting and performing skills to help you get the most out of acting.

Acting Teacher: David Windle

Credits: The Bill, Hollyoaks, Holby City, The Tempest, Twelfth Night, Midsummer Night’s Dream, Importance of Being Earnest
David is the consummate acting pro with performances ranging from classic theatre to prime-time TV drama.  Whether it’s bringing Shakespeare to life or acting in the latest Holby City emergency for Saturday night TV audiences, David’s wealth of acting and teaching experience will help you to explore the range of skills and techniques needed to tread the boards with confidence.

Credits: Holby City, The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency, The Bill, Hardware, Babyfather, The Tempest, Tamburlaine, Much Ado About Nothing, The Taming of the Shrew
LAMDA-trained actress, Ann is a highly experienced actor regularly appearing on BBC, ITV and Channel 4 as well as on stage with performances ranging from the Shakespeare classics to contemporary drama. She is also a creative teacher, having designed acting classes and workshops for The Globe and RSC. With her talent and love of acting, Ann is skilled in inspiring and developing new actors.

Acting Teacher: Jake Lyons

TV Credits: Eastenders, Derailed, The Knock
Actor and director, Jake appears regularly on TV soaps and dramas as well as performing at some of the most prestigious UK theatres including Shakespeare’s Globe, Palace Theatre, Lyric Theatre and the Lawrence Batley Theatre. With his Stark Theatre Company, he specialises in directing new drama. He is associate director with The Cambridge Shakespeare Festival directing two full-scale productions every year. Jake is a leading-edge teacher of acting techniques, improvisation and is experienced in developing new acting talent.