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TWO YEAR PROFESSIONAL ACTING COURSE
A two year intensive training for a professional acting career. The minimum age is 18 and there is no upper age limit.
ONE YEAR POSTGRADUATE/POST EXPERIENCE PROFESSIONAL ACTING COURSE
An intensive, condensed course for graduates of any discipline or those with some acting experience. The minimum age is 21 and there is no upper age limit.
Postgraduate students begin individual programmes relating to their needs in voice, movement and auditioning, as well as career-related studies, at an early stage in the course.
Both acting courses include comprehensive career guidance and opportunities to show your work to agents and casting directors through a season of productions and an end of term showcase in London’s West End.
If you are wondering which course will provide the best training for you as an actor please note that the end result of both our acting courses is the same – you will receive full professional acting training, a high quality showreel, theatre acting credits for your CV, a West End showcase, stage combat certification, and a professional acting diploma. The main difference is how much training you receive. Doing two years rather than one means you will receive more lessons and appear in more shows. If you are younger or less experienced then it is likely that you need two full years of training. More experienced students are generally better suited to the one year course.
The application process is the same for both acting courses. If you are unsure which course to apply for, just audition as normal and we will recommend the most suitable course for you if we make a place offer. This is based on how much training we think you’ll need before being industry ready. We need to ensure that all our graduates are up to a standard as it’s our name they’re representing once out in the industry.
3-Day Programme vs. 5-Day Programme: Your Path to the Professional Industry
Are you ready to embark on your journey towards a career in acting? Whether you’re an aspiring actor looking to hone your skills or a seasoned performer seeking to up your game, choosing the right training programme is crucial. For both our Two-Year Professional Acting Course and our One-Year Postgraduate/Post Experience Professional Acting Course, we offer two options tailored to your needs: the 3-Day Programme and the 5-Day Programme.
THE 3-DAY PROGRAMME:
(Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday)
Perfect for those with busy schedules, the 3-Day programme offers an intensive preparation for entry to the industry. It’s designed for individuals who want to pursue their acting dreams while balancing other commitments. You’ll learn essential acting techniques, refine your audition skills, and gain valuable insights into the profession. This course enables you to work alongside your training, making it accessible to a wide range of aspiring actors.
Core subjects will include: Acting, Voice, Movement, Performance, Professional Studies, Animal, Screen (including a Showreel), Observation, Singing and Period Dance.
THE 5-DAY PROGRAMME:
(Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)
For those craving a more immersive and in-depth experience, our 5-Day programme is the ultimate choice. This extended programme delves deeper into the world of acting, offering an expansive curriculum that covers a wide range of topics. You’ll have the opportunity to refine your craft, explore advanced acting techniques, and gain a comprehensive understanding of the professional industry.
No matter which course you choose, you’ll receive expert guidance from industry professionals and leave with the skills and confidence needed to pursue a successful professional acting career. Join us today and take your first step towards reaching your goals.
An example of the additional subjects included in the 5-Day Programme: Stage Combat, Improvisation, Radio, Technique, Musical Theatre Dance, Acting Through Song, and more.
“I had an absolutely fantastic time at the Bridge. There was so much warmth and care. It was a big family but at the same time I felt really valued as an individual and that my development as an actor really mattered. The teaching was excellent and I learnt SO much. My time at the Bridge was totally transformational and amazing”
Through regular acting classes you will explore a variety of acting styles, gain an understanding of the rehearsal process, and acquire extensive performance skills. Modern and classical plays, scenes and audition pieces are studied, rehearsed, and performed through group and one-to-one teaching. All students are given an individual programme of work tailored to their particular needs.
How can we read actively and translate what we read into dramatic action? Text analysis sessions train our imagination in new ways and you will develop sight reading skills. Extra help available for those with dyslexia.
Relaxation and breathing, projection and clarity – you will learn how to use your ‘whole voice’ and to develop expressiveness, power and subtlety. Classical text and verse speaking are studied and you will work on a range of accents and dialects.
Develops your physical expressiveness, fitness, and spatial awareness. You will learn to use your whole body in performance and be highly responsive to your fellow actors. You will be introduced to stage movement and study human and animal movement. Clown, melodrama and physical theatre techniques are included in this area.
Anyone who can speak can learn to sing – it is essential for the actor’s training and hugely enjoyable. You will work on performance skills and technique and work in a variety of dance styles. Period movement is studied in depth. No previous dance experience is necessary.
The initial emphasis is on workshops that make the text more accessible, whatever your level of experience. Improvisation, physical techniques, paraphrase, and acting games are used. Detailed studies of the social, historical, and intellectual background of the plays lead to exercises and final productions.
As part of our one or two year acting course, The Bridge is proud to host a Stage Combat training programme as approved by Actors Combat Theatrical Training. This stage combat course teaches you a skill that is extremely useful and fun! Bridge students can undertake both armed & unarmed Stage Combat exams overseen by an external examining body.
You will work with experienced actors and directors on acting for camera and for microphone. The technical demands of each medium are examined in both practical classes and projects. As well as being taught about screen acting, students will also be given the chance to record their own showreel.
A thorough introduction to this essential skill, working with some of the leading figures in the field. Develop creativity and the ability to go with the flow.
Preparing you for entry to the profession, Equity and Spotlight representatives, agents, directors and casting directors work with you to launch your career. Everything from identifying where your casting potential lies to dealing with tax, and from CVs and photographs to Equity membership is covered.
“Studying at The Bridge has taught me so much about the different skills in acting and how it differs from person to person. My confidence in many aspects of theatre (such as improv, singing, and playing to the audience) has improved greatly due to The Bridge’s teaching and care! I really feel at home with the students and staff!”
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