Tag: first person
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Drama School Stories: Bristol Old Vic Theatre School
Alice McCarthy shares her experience of formal training, studying at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School The last in our current series of drama school stories, Alice McCarthy talks to us about her experience studying at Bristol Old Vic. Since graduating, Alice has been in a variety of great productions, including the Olivier award-winning Rotterdam. Here’s her story about her experience in…
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Drama School Stories: Royal Central School of Speech & Drama
Christopher Tester on the training offered at the Royal Central School of Speech & Drama Part of our series of perspectives from members on formal training as an actor, Christopher Tester discusses his time at the Royal Central School of Speech & Drama. With plenty of great insight on offer in this series, read the rest…
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Drama School Stories: Oxford School of Drama
Maimuna Memon shares her advice for those considering formal training, and her experience of studying at the Oxford School of Drama Part of our series of perspectives from members on formal training as an actor, Maimuna Memon discusses her time at the Oxford School of Drama. With plenty of great insight on offer in this series, read…
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Drama School Stories: Bow Street
Actor Patrick Flannery on the ins and outs of training in Ireland, and why he chose Bow Street Coming from America to study in Ireland, Spotlight asked Patrick Flannery, graduate from Bow Street, Dublin, to contribute his POV on his training experience. With plenty of great insight on offer in this series, read the rest of our…
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Drama School Stories: A Degree vs Drama School Training
Melissa Dalton on her undergraduate experience in a drama degree, versus a formal drama school programme This is the first in our series of perspectives from members on training as an actor in the UK/Ireland. To help you learn more about the training on offer out there, Spotlight asked Melissa Dalton, graduate of Trinity College Dublin…
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Drama School: To Be or Not To Be? The Pros & Cons of Formal Training
Actors Katie Redford and Katie Elin-Salt discuss the ins and outs of drama school training, comparing their experiences Somehow, by the good grace of Liza Minnelli, I was offered a place at Royal Welsh College and I shot off with my tap shoes in hand quicker than you could say: “You don’t need tap shoes,…
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An Actor’s Guide To Routine
Katie Redford’s guide to creating and maintaining a routine in the unpredictable world of acting… I don’t know about you, but trying to sustain a routine can feel impossible at times. And yet, they’re so vital to have. Not only does a routine keep us motivated, but it also keeps us mentally and physically healthy…
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What Makes A Good Chaperone?
Actor George Sear reflects on which chaperones made the most positive impact on his time as a young performer After landing his first part at the age of ten on The Bill, George has worked as an actor and presenter on shows like CBBC’s Friday Download, Disney’s Evermoor and more recently TNT’s new series Will. Now 19,…
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How Your Child Can Get the Best Headshot
Everything parents need to know about this important first step in your child’s career. A young performer’s headshot is vital to maximising their opportunities for success in the industry. Before you head over to a session with a photographer, here are some insider tips from photographer Mark Davis of MAD photography, to help you get the…
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How to Ace Your Showcase
An Oxford dictionary definition: Showcase 1. An event that shows someone’s abilities or good qualities in an attractive way. 2. A box with a glass top or sides that is used for showing objects in a shop, store or museum. Despite first hand experience, I am still at times confused as to which of these…