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Suitable for
Mixed abilities, ages 18+
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Dates
Summer: Thu 24 April – Thu 3 July
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Tuition
Weekly on Thursdays, 18:00-20:00.
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Location
Downside Road, Bristol
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Cost
10 weeks £150 or drop-in £17.50
Overview
Two-hour weekly sessions designed to keep actors performance-ready, building upon vocal strength, physical flexibility, and creative stamina.
Learn:
>Vocal warm-ups to enrich your vocal technique.
>Movement work to bridge the gap between voice and body.
>Analysis and performance of classical as well as contemporary text.
Gain:
>A practical toolkit of exercises to take into your own practice.
>A wider community of local practitioners and performers in Bristol and the surrounding areas.
>Greater confidence in your performance from monologues to auditions.
Suitable for:
Experienced and emerging performers looking to re-energise their performances.
There are limited places available and priority is given to those who have booked the term. If there are still spaces in a class, you will be able to book a drop in session seven days in advance.
Summer Term
Thu 24 April – Thu 3 Jul 2025
(Thu 29 May off for half term)
FAQs
Do I need to be a professional actor or have any prior formal training to participate in the Actors’ Lab?
No, there are no formal training or professional credits required in order to take part. Attendees should be aware that the classes are designed and run like those experienced during full time drama school training and are aimed to be accessible to professionals within the industry as well as those wishing to increase their knowledge. Therefore there are expectations of professionalism during your time at BOVTS. The aim is to bring together performers at all stages of their careers and keep them in touch with fundamental practice.
I am currently an acting student. Is this programme suitable for me?
Yes, you will be trained by a professional voice and acting coach who can guide you on general and specific training.
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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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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, contact [email protected]
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