Intermediate, ages 18+
Full-time
Downside Road, Bristol
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This intensive, 40-hour course has been designed to support those with some experience of acting for stage to hone their skills. Whether you act as a hobby, have taken part in university productions, or are considering full-time conservatoire training, the programme will support you in your development as a performer. Under the guidance of our Head of Voice Carol Fairlamb, you will learn how to effectively analyse both classical and contemporary scripts and acquire the practical tools to develop character independently.
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School offers a fun and nurturing environment in which to pursue your creative ambitions. The support and feedback available from your tutor will help you develop your natural talents and confidence in theatre acting.
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• Gain a practical understanding of the requirements of a stage actor;
• Improve your vocal quality using techniques of release, breath, projection, resonance and articulation;
• Harness your physicality and communicate through your movement by mastering Laban Movement and animal studies;
• Rehearse and perform classical and contemporary drama texts to your peers.
This is a full-time, Monday to Friday course. Sessions run from 09:15 to 17:00. This course is taught in our rehearsal studios at Downside Road.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
Yoga mat and your preferred writing materials.
WHAT DO I NEED TO WEAR?
We advise you to wear comfortable clothing that you can move in easily. Please wear closed toe footwear appropriate for movement e.g. trainers.
I’VE NEVER ACTED BEFORE, IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?
This is an intermediate acting course designed for participants with some experience of acting for stage. Examples of recommended experience include acting in university productions or amateur drama productions, or attending a foundation course in acting for stage.
Applicants must be aged 18 or over by the time of the course start date.
If you wish to cancel your place on the course, you will receive a full refund if you notify the school at least 7 days prior to the start of the course. For cancellations, contact [email protected]
We will make all reasonable efforts to deliver a short course as outlined on our site and in any brochure or published material. However, we reserve the right to cancel a short course in case of events outside our control or if the course fails to meet a minimum number of participants. In the event that we cancel a course, we will inform participants who have booked a place via email at least 7 days prior to the start date. We will also provide a full refund of the course fee paid. Bristol Old Vic Theatre School cannot be held responsible for any expenses you incur due to such a cancellation.