Acting and theatre
We offer a vibrant, vigorous, creative choice of full, part-time and short acting and theatre courses and classes that reach to all adults whatever their background, age and aspiration - from acting to technical production, musical theatre to stage combat and much more. Many of our drama tutors are professional practitioners, offering inspiration to students at all levels, from beginners to professional performers.
Hear from Charlotte Keith who has studied on several acting courses at City Lit and find out more about her experiences of acting, training and performing.
Any questions? Call us on 020 7492 2542 or email drama@citylit.ac.uk
Acting and theatre highlights
Voice, speech and communication
Directing
Acting
Accredited acting courses
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Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £99.00Concession: £60.00
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Accents for actors: improvers
Course Date: Mon 17 Sep 2018 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExpand your skillset as an actor by mastering some more ‘challenging’ accents which may include Glasgow, Belfast, Nottingham and others. An invaluable skill for all working actors.Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £189.00Concession: £115.00 -
Use your voice assertively
Course Date: Mon 17 Sep 2018 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDo you want to sound more confident, grounded, self-assured and assertive? Improve your vocal skills through a series of exercises that will support you to become more vocally confident, expressive and dynamic without appearing arrogant.Full fee: £169.00Senior fee: £169.00Concession: £103.00 -
Alexander technique for performers: body, mind and movement (beginners)
Course Date: Mon 17 Sep 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetWould you like to improve your freedom of movement, breath and speech during performance? This course for beginners and improvers will help you release habitual tension with a focus on mind and body.Full fee: £129.00Senior fee: £103.00Concession: £79.00 -
Accents for actors: beginners
Course Date: Mon 17 Sep 2018 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExpand your skillset as an actor by mastering regional and international accents, including London; General American; West Yorkshire; Liverpool and Bristol. Please see below for details of the specific accents covered.Full fee: £159.00Senior fee: £159.00 -
Acting: beginners
Course Date: Mon 17 Sep 2018 (and 11 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExplore the fundamentals of acting on this practical course designed for people with little or no experience. Increase your confidence and discover your potential in a safe and exciting environment.Full fee: £169.00Senior fee: £135.00Concession: £103.00 -
Stanislavski: beginners
Course Date: Mon 17 Sep 2018 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDiscover the system of realistic acting that most professional actors use today — the approach to training, characterisation and rehearsal technique developed by the legendary Konstantin Stanislavski.Full fee: £199.00Senior fee: £159.00Concession: £121.00 -
Stand-up comedy: beginners
Course Date: Mon 17 Sep 2018 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetExplore the main skills you need to write and perform stand-up comedy. For anyone who has ever made their friends laugh.Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £151.00Concession: £115.00 -
Acting for fun
Course Date: Tue 18 Sep 2018 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetGain confidence and lose your inhibitions in this practical acting class for complete beginners. Make friends and improve your communication skills while having fun in this safe and friendly environment.Full fee: £89.00Senior fee: £71.00Concession: £54.00 -
Comedy sketches: writing and performing for radio
Course Date: Tue 18 Sep 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLearn how to write and perform comedy for TV, Radio, and Podcasts. Find new inspiration to get your ideas
flowing. Produce professional standard scripts. Learn how to structure your work well. Discover where and how to pitch your ideas, concepts, and formats. Explore classic and modern radio comedy scripts. Create and perform your own material. Be inspired.Full fee: £199.00Senior fee: £199.00Concession: £121.00 -
Directing theatre: beginners
Course Date: Tue 18 Sep 2018 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDiscover the practical elements of directing for the theatre, working on text analysis and beginning to build your director’s toolkit. Learn to motivate actors and create believable, engaging performances as you explore a range of modern texts. You will also act in some scenes. No acting experience necessary.Full fee: £169.00Senior fee: £169.00Concession: £103.00 -
The art of negotiating
Course Date: Wed 19 Sep 2018
Location on this date: EC EustonNegotiation is essential in solving problems and reaching your goals. Learn to prepare well and to feel confident using logical and emotional tools to achieve great outcomes.Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £99.00Concession: £60.00