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Suitable for
Beginners, ages 18+
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Dates
Monday 3 – Friday 7 April 2023
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Tuition
Full-time
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Location
Downside Road, Bristol
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Cost
£567
Overview
The intensive, 40-hour Acting for Stage short course has been designed as a practical introduction to the craft of theatre acting. Whether you act as a hobby or are considering full-time conservatoire training, the programme will support you in your development as a performer. 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.
Highlights
• Gain a practical understanding of the requirements of a stage actor;
• Improve your vocal quality and learn to use your voice correctly and safely;
• Harness your physicality to communicate through your movement;
• Rehearse and perform classical and modern 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.
Your tutor
Alec Fellows Bennett
Alec is an alum of Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and has enjoyed a wide-ranging career in theatre as an actor, director and teacher. He has worked at the Royal Shakespeare Company, the National Theatre, Manchester Royal Exchange and Birmingham Old Rep, where he was Artistic Director from 2017 to 2022. Alec has taught and lectured widely at conservatoire drama schools and universities across the UK and the United States.
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Admission requirements
Applicants must be aged 18 or over by the time of the course start date.
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Fees and bursaries
The course fees are £567.
BOVTS is pleased to offer discounts and bursary support for participants of this course.
Bursary support is available subject to individual circumstances. To apply, please fill the application form by midnight on 15 March 2023. All applications will be reviewed on 17 March and we aim to get back to you with our decision within a week of allocation.
BOVTS is also offering a 15% discount to students and Spotlight members. The discounted places can be booked by clicking on the ‘Book Now’ button at the top of the page. If you have taken advantage of this discount, please remember to bring a valid student ID or Spotlight ID on the day of the course. Please note that if you forget to bring your ID, you will need to pay the full balance to access the course.
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Short Courses refund policy
If you wish to cancel your place on the course, you will receive a full refund only if you notify the School at least 7 days prior to the start of the course. For cancellations, please contact michael.tew@oldvic.ac.uk.
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