Acting
Acting: beginners
A beginner acting course using drama games, improvisation, character work and scene practice through group, pair and individual activities.
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At a glance
Upcoming classes
8 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
27 Oct 2026 Tuesdays | 18:15 - 21:15 | Short course5 weeks | ActingTeacher | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £229.00 | Book now |
10 Jan 2027 Sundays | 15:30 - 17:30 | Short course11 weeks | JamesJarrett | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £329.00 | |
11 Jan 2027 Mondays | 15:00 - 17:00 | Short course11 weeks | CaraJennings | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £329.00 | |
14 Jan 2027 Thursdays | 19:00 - 21:00 | Short course10 weeks | LawrenceLambert | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £299.00 | |
16 Feb 2027 Tuesdays | 18:15 - 21:15 | Short course5 weeks | ActingTeacher | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £229.00 | |
12 Apr 2027 Mondays | 15:00 - 17:00 | Long course13 weeks | CaraJennings | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £329.00 | |
15 Apr 2027 Thursdays | 19:00 - 21:00 | Short course11 weeks | LawrenceLambert | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £329.00 | |
18 Apr 2027 Sundays | 13:00 - 15:00 | Short course12 weeks | JamesJarrettDeirdreStrath Clyde | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £329.00 |
Sun 10 Jan, 15:30 - 17:30
11 weeks11 weeksSun 15:30£329JamesJarrettKeeley StreetMon 11 Jan, 15:00 - 17:00
11 weeks11 weeksMon 15:00£329CaraJenningsKeeley StreetThu 14 Jan, 19:00 - 21:00
10 weeks10 weeksThu 19:00£299LawrenceLambertKeeley StreetTue 16 Feb, 18:15 - 21:15
5 weeks5 weeksTue 18:15£229ActingTeacherKeeley StreetMon 12 Apr, 15:00 - 17:00
13 weeks13 weeksMon 15:00£329CaraJenningsKeeley StreetThu 15 Apr, 19:00 - 21:00
11 weeks11 weeksThu 19:00£329LawrenceLambertKeeley StreetSun 18 Apr, 13:00 - 15:00
12 weeks12 weeksSun 13:00£329JamesJarrettDeirdreStrath ClydeKeeley Street
About this course
The course introduces acting through practical exercises, drama games and improvisation. Sessions include group, pair and individual work, with activities focused on spontaneity, presence and engaging truthfully in performance. Participants explore character, text and scene work, using techniques for developing and portraying characters. The course also covers collaborative approaches to acting and may involve preparing and performing a short scene or monologue, depending on the course length.
What you'll learn
- Use improvisation and drama exercises to respond spontaneously in performance
- Develop and portray a character
- Explore and work with scripted text
- Prepare and perform a short scene or monologue
- Work collaboratively with other actors
Is this course right for you?
The course is suitable for complete beginners and for people returning to acting after an extended break. Participation includes group, pair and individual activities. Learners may occasionally be asked to take part in rigorous physical activity.
- Suitable for learners starting acting from scratch
- Suitable for people returning to acting after a break
- May include occasional rigorous physical activity
Before you go
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothing that allow free movement.
- A notebook and pen may be useful.