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Suitable for
Mixed abilities, ages 18+
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Autumn Term 2025Â
Thu 2 Oct -11 Dec
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Tuition & Location
Weekly 2 hour class, 18:00–20:00
Downside Road, Bristol
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Cost
£165 per 10 week term
Overview
Join us for our Actor’s Development Programme at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. This one-year, part-time course at BOVTS will give you an insight into our values and practices as a leading drama school. Every five weeks, you’ll focus on a new skill that will help you hone your craft and gain confidence as an artist.
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 acting.
Course structure
Autumn Term 2025
Week 1-5: Scene Study Exploration
>Analyse scenes from both classic and contemporary works, applying foundational techniques to fully realise character dynamics and narrative arcs.
>Refine your scene work through in-depth character exploration, scene analysis, and sub-textual understanding.
Week 6-10: Collaborative Play Creation
>Combine your newfound skills and knowledge to collaboratively create a short theatrical production.
>Draw upon a range of influences and inspirations to develop rich, multidimensional characters and narratives.
>Showcase your growth as an actor and storyteller as you bring your collective vision to life on stage.
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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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F.A.Q.s
IS THIS COURSE FOR ME
These classes are designed for continuing professional development for actors and performers alike. It can also be used for upskilling in voice, movement and text work for those at different stages of their performing journeys. The groups are of mixed level abilities and bring together a delightfully diverse take on the work.
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Short Courses Refund Policy
If you wish to cancel your place on the course, you will receive a full refund if you notify the school at least 7 days prior to the start of the course. For cancellations, contact [email protected]
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Short Course Cancellation Policy
We will make all reasonable efforts to deliver a short course as outlined on our site and in any brochure or published material. However, we reserve the right to cancel a short course in case of events outside our control or if the course fails to meet a minimum number of participants. In the event that we cancel a course, we will inform participants who have booked a place via email at least 7 days prior to the start date. We will also provide a full refund of the course fee paid. Bristol Old Vic Theatre School cannot be held responsible for any expenses you incur due to such a cancellation.
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