Two Year Diploma In Acting

Course

In Brighton

£ 10,650 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Workshop

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Methodology

    Inhouse

  • Location

    Brighton

  • Class hours

    20h

  • Duration

    2 Years

The two year diploma trains actors to work as professionals in a modern, industry-relevant environment. Students will be able to undertake the rigors of a professional career having developed sound skills and techniques in acting and performance. Suitable for: The Diploma is open to students over 18 and there is no upper age limit. The course runs for six terms over 2 years and each term consists of 12 continuous weeks. Students are required to attend Tuesday to Friday evening 6.45pm to 10pm and Saturday daytime (times vary). Students will be expected to attend outside of these times when required.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Brighton (East Sussex)
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8-10 Rock Place, BN2 1PF

Start date

On request

About this course

Those wanting to train to be professional actors.

Prospective students must have talent, self-belief, motivation, commitment, dedication, self-discipline and a generosity of spirit. Students must be able to take responsibility for their own development, be in good health, have good time management skills and a clear understanding of both the vagaries of an acting career as well as its joys.

ATCL - Trinity College London

We have no upper age limit so our students range from 18 years old to 60 years plus.

Yes - Diploma Graduates can join Spotlight.

Yes - Diploma students are eligible for Student Membership.

Yes - Diploma & Foundation students are eligible to join the National Union of Students

Yes - Diploma students can apply for a Career Development Loan.

Yes - Diploma Students have a London and Brighton showcase. They also take a professional studies module in term 6 which includes CV's, Biographies and a Headshot.

Yes - Diploma Students take the Trinity Guildhall ATCL exam. This is a Level 4 qualification and we have a 100% pass rate.

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Subjects

  • Acting
  • Screen Acting
  • Voice
  • Movement
  • Theatre
  • Singing
  • Working with Text
  • Improvisation
  • Theatre Studies
  • Applied Voice - Voice Overs
  • Professional career development
  • Shakespeare

Teachers and trainers (1)

Daniel Finlay

Daniel Finlay

Head of Acting

Daniel is a teacher and theatre director with over 25 years professional experience. He worked extensively as an actor in theatre, film and television before embarking on a career as a Director and Teacher. Daniel has taught in various colleges and drama schools and was Head of Performing Arts and Media at City College Brighton and Hove. Daniel is Head of Acting at The Academy of Creative Training in Brighton, UK.

Course programme

Two Year Diploma In Acting

Aims:

The two year diploma trains actors to work as professionals in a modern, industry-relevant environment. Students will be able to undertake the rigours of a professional career having developed sound skills and techniques in acting and performance. Students will develop their own robust working process, strong vocal and movement skills and the ability to create believable and fully rounded characters for stage or screen. ACT aims to produce actors who are both dynamic and interesting and who can draw on their, often varied and wide ranging life experiences, to produce work that is truthful and engaging. The training environment will provide an inspiring, nurturing, safe and supportive environment. ACT has an absolute commitment to guiding each student to discover and develop their individual and unique talents and skills to the fullest possible extent.

Overview:

The Diploma is open to students over 18 and there is no upper age limit. The course runs for six terms over 2 years and each term consists of 12 continuous weeks. Students are required to attend Monday to Thursday evening 6.45pm to 10pm and Sunday daytime (times vary). Students will be expected to attend outside of these times when required.

Course structure:

Year One
Students will be introduced to the language of drama and performance and develop their acting technique, process and critical understanding through the disciplines of; Acting Technique, Theatre History, Voice, Movement and Singing. This year is predominantly about the development and acquisition of skills. Work will be based around the principals of Stanislavski and Michael Chekhov and students will discover how to work effectively with text and how to create and portray truthful and complex characters. Each term students are in Project - rehearsal for, and performance of, a play or text given at the end of the term. These performances are in house and to the faculty and an invited audience only (from Term 2). This allows students to be both bold and playful in a safe environment and also to develop the ability to take creative risks before being exposed to public scrutiny. Students' work is continuously assessed through class work, presentations and one-to-one tutorials. Each term students participate in Self Assessment, alongside written Tutor Assessment and termly ‘Crit’ sessions with the Principal and Project Director.

Year Two
In Year Two students will capitalise on the skills developed in year one and focus on preparing and engaging themselves in the rigours of performance. Disciplines this year are; Voice, Movement, Singing, Intensive duologue and ensemble scene preparation, Acting for Camera, Shakespeare and Professional Studies. Term 4 and 5 projects are presented in eternal venues and are open to the public. There are also public presentations of work developed in Voice, Movement and singing. Term 6 is preparation for Showcase and students will take classes and sessions in Professional Studies as well as workshops with visiting industry practitioners (Casting Directors, Agents, Equity etc). There is both a London (Jermyn Street Theatre) and a Brighton (Pavilion Theatre) Showcase.

Qualification:

On completion of the course, and if successful in your assessments and examination, you will be awarded a Trinity Guildhall Speech and Drama Diploma (ACTL). This qualification is accredited in England, Wales and Northern Ireland by QCA, DELLS/WAG and CCEA respectively and has formal recognition in a number of other countries. This is a Level 4 qualification on the National Qualification Framework (equivalent to a Certificate in Higher Education). Within the 6th term students take a 45 minute practical exam which will test your abilities with dramatic text, improvisation, verse and prose. As well as demonstrating your acting abilities you will also have to demonstrate the ability to discuss your work and working process. On graduation you will receive both your ACT Diploma Certificate and your Trinity Guildhall Diploma Certificate. Holders of Trinity Guildhall Associate diplomas (ACTL) are entitled to wear an academic gown.

Entry Requirements:
The Diploma is open to students over 18 and there is no upper age limit. The Diploma is a demanding and intensive training course offering a comprehensive actor training. Prospective students must have talent, self-belief, motivation, commitment, dedication, self-discipline and a generosity of spirit. Students must be able to take responsibility for their own development, be in good health, have good time management skills and a clear understanding of both the vagaries of an acting career as well as its joys.

Application:

Entry is by assessment and audition. In order to allow applicants the best possible opportunity to be assessed in a fair and fully rounded manner, we ask that students attend one of our monthly Two Week Intensive Workshops in Acting. For students for whom this is not possible, please see Overseas Students, Late Applicants and Exceptions. Students can also assess directly and fully whether ACT is the right place for them. The tutors, class structure and timetable are all carefully designed to be a reflection of the style and content of our tuition and of the rigours and demands of our courses. Upon completion of the Workshop, every tutor submits a written evaluation of each student's potential in their discipline. Students then attend an individual feedback session and interview with the Principal. This process allows us to determine a candidate's suitability for training and, in the case of successful applicants, which course is most appropriate for their existing skill level. Following the interview, successful students will be sent a written offer, this will be a provisional offer and they will be invited to one of our audition dates.

Fees:
Fees are £1775 per 12 week term payable in advance or by monthly direct debit.



Additional information

Support: Fees are payable in advance of each term. many students make a payment agreement to pay via direct debit on a monthly basis. Students may apply for Student Loans.
Payment options: Diploma in Acting (2 years - 6 terms, 12 weeks per term) £1775 per term
Students per class: 20

Two Year Diploma In Acting

£ 10,650 VAT inc.