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Acting Beginners Course

Acting Beginners Course

If you've ever been curious about acting but didn’t know where to start, this friendly and accessible group course is the perfect introduction. Whether you want to build confidence, explore your creativity, or simply try something new, our popular Acting Beginners Course will guide you through the essentials of acting in a fun, playful and practical way.

Led by an experienced tutor from the industry, this course provides a supportive space to experiment, express yourself, and connect with others, no previous experience necessary.

What You’ll Learn

Each class is designed to help you grow in confidence and develop key skills through active, hands-on learning. You’ll cover:

  • Group exercises and drama games to build trust and teamwork
  • Improvisation techniques to help you think on your feet and explore spontaneity
  • Core acting methods and tools used by professionals
  • Vocal and physical exercises to improve presence and clarity
  • Techniques for developing believable, engaging characters
  • Rehearsing and performing scenes from plays in a safe and constructive setting

You’ll also begin to understand how to interpret text, connect emotionally with a character, and use your body and voice as expressive tools.

What You’ll Learn

Benefits of Taking This Course

Whether you’re looking to build confidence, tap into your creativity, or simply try something new, acting has a lot to offer – both on and off the stage. This course is about more than just learning lines; it’s about discovering what you’re capable of in a supportive, playful space. Here’s what you’ll gain along the way:

  • Boost Your Confidence: Discover how freeing and empowering it can be to speak and move in front of others
  • Improve Communication Skills: Learn to listen, respond, and express yourself more clearly
  • Explore Your Creativity: Use acting as a creative outlet in a relaxed and judgement-free environment
  • Connect With Others: Meet like-minded people and work collaboratively through shared exercises and performance
  • Lay the Groundwork: Build a solid foundation for more advanced acting classes or future performance opportunities

Group exercises and drama games

Break the ice, build confidence, and connect with your fellow actors through playful, collaborative activities that build trust and group chemistry.

Think on your feet

Learn to stay present, respond in the moment, and unleash your spontaneity with guided improvisation exercises that encourage freedom and creativity.

Techniques used by professionals

Discover essential methods and approaches to acting – from Stanislavski to modern techniques – that help you bring characters to life with truth and intention.

Voice and Body Language Skills

Use vocal and physical exercises to explore clarity, projection, breath control and body awareness – essential tools for any performer.

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5 Aug 2025 - 7 Oct 2025 Tue 18:10-19:40 10 weeks Adam Hypki City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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14 Aug 2025 - 11 Sep 2025 Thu 18:45-21:15 5 weeks Warren Rusher Sadler's Wells £196.00
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15 Aug 2025 - 26 Sep 2025 Fri 18:20-20:20 7 weeks Amber Edwards City Academy, Farringdon £275.00
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23 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025 Sat 10:00-17:00 2 days Morgan Watkins City Academy, Farringdon £275.00
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Useful information

Not at all. This course is designed specifically for beginners. Whether you're completely new to acting or returning after a break, you'll be supported from day one.

Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. No special costumes or equipment are required.

That’s totally normal! Many people join this course to overcome stage fright or build confidence. The atmosphere is friendly, and many exercises are designed to help you feel relaxed and supported.

Absolutely. Many students repeat the course to continue building confidence and deepen their skills before moving on to the next level.

If you’d like to keep going, you can audition for our longer beginner-level course:
The Debut Theatre Company, which culminates in a live studio performance to an invited audience.

Excited to get started?

Professional actor and City Academy tutor Phoebe Sparrow has shared her 10 top tips for beginners starting their acting journey.

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5 Aug 2025 - 7 Oct 2025 Tue 18:10-19:40 10 weeks Adam Hypki City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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14 Aug 2025 - 11 Sep 2025 Thu 18:45-21:15 5 weeks Warren Rusher Sadler's Wells, EC1 £196.00
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1 Sep 2025 - 6 Oct 2025 Mon 18:30-21:00 6 weeks Scott Sparrow City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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4 Sep 2025 - 16 Oct 2025 Thu 19:30-21:30 7 weeks Katie Sherrard The Tabernacle, Notting Hill £275.00
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13 Sep 2025 - 25 Oct 2025 Sat 10:00-12:00 7 weeks Karina Fernandez City Academy, Farringdon £275.00
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16 Sep 2025 - 28 Oct 2025 Tue 19:00-21:00 7 weeks Richard Winsor Omnibus Theatre, Clapham £275.00
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24 Sep 2025 - 29 Oct 2025 Wed 18:15-20:45 6 weeks Amber Edwards City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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11 Oct 2025 - 12 Oct 2025 Sat 10:00-17:00 2 days David Blair City Academy, Farringdon £275.00
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15 Oct 2025 - 17 Dec 2025 Wed 19:45-21:15 10 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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28 Oct 2025 - 16 Dec 2025 Tue 18:45-20:45 7 weeks (no class 18 Nov) Morgan Watkins Sadler's Wells, EC1 £275.00
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29 Oct 2025 - 3 Dec 2025 Wed 18:30-21:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors Union Theatre, Southwark £295.00
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30 Oct 2025 - 11 Dec 2025 Thu 19:30-21:30 7 weeks Ashley Scott Layton The Tabernacle, Notting Hill £275.00
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1 Nov 2025 - 13 Dec 2025 Sat 10:00-12:00 7 weeks Karina Fernandez City Academy, Farringdon £275.00
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4 Nov 2025 - 16 Dec 2025 Tue 19:00-21:00 7 weeks Acting Tutors Omnibus Theatre, Clapham £275.00
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10 Nov 2025 - 15 Dec 2025 Mon 18:30-21:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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13 Nov 2025 - 18 Dec 2025 Thu 18:30-21:00 6 weeks Warren Rusher WAC Arts, Belsize Park £295.00
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26 Nov 2025 - 11 Feb 2026 Wed 18:10-19:40 10 weeks (no class 24 Dec & 31 Dec) Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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30 Nov 2025 - 1 Feb 2026 Sun 13:30-15:00 8 weeks (no class 21 Dec & 28 Dec) Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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3 Jan 2026 - 7 Feb 2026 Sat 10:00-12:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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3 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2026 Sat 10:00-17:00 2 days (Saturday and Sunday) Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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8 Jan 2026 - 12 Feb 2026 Thu 19:30-21:30 6 weeks Acting Tutors The Tabernacle, Notting Hill £250.00
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11 Jan 2026 - 15 Feb 2026 Sun 15:00-17:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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12 Jan 2026 - 2 Mar 2026 Mon 18:00-19:30 8 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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13 Jan 2026 - 17 Feb 2026 Tue 19:00-21:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors Omnibus Theatre, Clapham £250.00
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22 Jan 2026 - 12 Mar 2026 Thu 18:15-19:45 8 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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27 Jan 2026 - 17 Mar 2026 Tue 19:50-21:20 8 weeks Acting Tutors WAC Arts, Belsize Park £250.00
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4 Feb 2026 - 11 Mar 2026 Wed 18:30-20:30 6 weeks Acting Tutors Union Theatre, Southwark £250.00
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14 Feb 2026 - 21 Mar 2026 Sat 10:00-12:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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26 Feb 2026 - 2 Apr 2026 Thu 19:30-21:30 6 weeks Acting Tutors The Tabernacle, Notting Hill £250.00
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3 Mar 2026 - 7 Apr 2026 Tue 19:00-21:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors Omnibus Theatre, Clapham £250.00
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PAYMENT OPTIONS

You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.

ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS

Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.

Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833 .

CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS

Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG.

If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.

INDUSTRY TUTORS

City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY

We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.

We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.

(For more information please see our terms and conditions)

DATE DAY TIME (BST) DURATION TUTOR VENUE PRICE BOOKING
5 Aug 2025 - 7 Oct 2025 Tue 18:10-19:40 10 weeks Adam Hypki City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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14 Aug 2025 - 11 Sep 2025 Thu 18:45-21:15 5 weeks Warren Rusher Sadler's Wells, EC1 £196.00
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15 Aug 2025 - 26 Sep 2025 Fri 18:20-20:20 7 weeks Amber Edwards City Academy, Farringdon £275.00
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23 Aug 2025 - 24 Aug 2025 Sat 10:00-17:00 2 days Morgan Watkins City Academy, Farringdon £275.00
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1 Sep 2025 - 6 Oct 2025 Mon 18:30-21:00 6 weeks Scott Sparrow City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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4 Sep 2025 - 16 Oct 2025 Thu 19:30-21:30 7 weeks Katie Sherrard The Tabernacle, Notting Hill £275.00
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13 Sep 2025 - 25 Oct 2025 Sat 10:00-12:00 7 weeks Karina Fernandez City Academy, Farringdon £275.00
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16 Sep 2025 - 28 Oct 2025 Tue 19:00-21:00 7 weeks Richard Winsor Omnibus Theatre, Clapham £275.00
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24 Sep 2025 - 29 Oct 2025 Wed 18:15-20:45 6 weeks Amber Edwards City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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15 Oct 2025 - 17 Dec 2025 Wed 19:45-21:15 10 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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28 Oct 2025 - 16 Dec 2025 Tue 18:45-20:45 7 weeks (no class 18 Nov) Morgan Watkins Sadler's Wells, EC1 £275.00
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29 Oct 2025 - 3 Dec 2025 Wed 18:30-21:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors Union Theatre, Southwark £295.00
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10 Nov 2025 - 15 Dec 2025 Mon 18:30-21:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £295.00
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30 Nov 2025 - 1 Feb 2026 Sun 13:30-15:00 8 weeks (no class 21 Dec & 28 Dec) Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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11 Jan 2026 - 15 Feb 2026 Sun 15:00-17:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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12 Jan 2026 - 2 Mar 2026 Mon 18:00-19:30 8 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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13 Jan 2026 - 17 Feb 2026 Tue 19:00-21:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors Omnibus Theatre, Clapham £250.00
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22 Jan 2026 - 12 Mar 2026 Thu 18:15-19:45 8 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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4 Feb 2026 - 11 Mar 2026 Wed 18:30-20:30 6 weeks Acting Tutors Union Theatre, Southwark £250.00
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14 Feb 2026 - 21 Mar 2026 Sat 10:00-12:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £250.00
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26 Feb 2026 - 2 Apr 2026 Thu 19:30-21:30 6 weeks Acting Tutors The Tabernacle, Notting Hill £250.00
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3 Mar 2026 - 7 Apr 2026 Tue 19:00-21:00 6 weeks Acting Tutors Omnibus Theatre, Clapham £250.00
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PAYMENT OPTIONS

You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.

ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS

Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.

Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833 .

CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS

Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG.

If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.

INDUSTRY TUTORS

City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY

We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.

We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.

(For more information please see our terms and conditions)

All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class.

Other Acting Beginners Options

Interested in attending a different course? We have a range of other Beginners level courses within the department.

ACTING SUMMER SCHOOL

Our Acting Summer School offers a wide range of acting masterclasses and workshops from screen acting and Shakespeare across five full days of tuition.

SCREEN ACTING SUMMER SCHOOL

Learn about camera technique, casting types, character building, audition technique, monologue and duologue work, and about the industry and getting work in our Screen Acting Simmer school.

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