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
5 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14 Sept 2026 Mondays | 15:00 - 17:00 | Short course11 weeks | DeirdreStrath Clyde | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £329.00 | Book now |
16 Sept 2026 Wednesdays | 18:30 - 21:15 | Short course9 weeks |  SeanCroft | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £349.00 | |
18 Sept 2026 Fridays | 18:30 - 21:00 | Short course11 weeks | LawrenceLambert | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £379.00 | |
20 Sept 2026 Sundays | 13:00 - 15:00 | Short course11 weeks | DeirdreStrath Clyde | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £329.00 | |
27 Oct 2026 Tuesdays | 18:15 - 21:15 | Short course5 weeks | JulietPrague | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £229.00 |
Wed 16 Sep, 18:30 - 21:15
9 weeks9 weeksWed 18:30£349SeanCroftKeeley StreetFri 18 Sep, 18:30 - 21:00
11 weeks11 weeksFri 18:30£379LawrenceLambertKeeley StreetSun 20 Sep, 13:00 - 15:00
11 weeks11 weeksSun 13:00£329DeirdreStrath ClydeKeeley StreetTue 27 Oct, 18:15 - 21:15
5 weeks5 weeksTue 18:15£229JulietPragueKeeley 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.