Three Reasons To Train As An All-rounder

You’ve heard the saying, “Jack of all trades, master of none,” but in today’s performing arts landscape, why not be a master of all? Positioning yourself as an acting generalist (acting, voice, and movement), isn’t just an advantage; it’s a necessity. Whether you’re out in the industry or launching your career, being a multi-disciplined artist can offer more opportunities—Here’s three reasons why:

1. Versatility

Casting directors seek blank canvases who can integrate voice, movement, and acting with ease. The industry moves fast, and those who can adapt to any role at a moment’s notice across different mediums are the ones who thrive.

“Laurence Olivier said if you have ambition to be a serious classical actor, you must be as fit as an athlete.” – Patrick Stewart, BOVTS alumni

Just as elite athletes work on a multitude of muscle groups, the aspiring actor must do the same. Fine-tuning your acting, vocal, and movement abilities pays dividends in an audition, on-set and on-stage environment. Optimising those key elements is what makes you more adaptable, resilient, and most importantly, more desirable.

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2. Depth & Artistry

Speaking of depth, true artistry lies in a holistic approach. A well-rounded actor doesn’t just follow a script, they embody characters with emotional and physical authenticity.

“Learn the rules like a professional so you can break them like an artist.” – Pablo Picasso

The best performers are able to meet a director’s vision while bringing their own originality to a role. Being trained as an all-round performer allows you to fully transform each performance with believability in all three pillars (voice, movement and acting) with confidence and your own slant.

In our Intro Series, we’re offering performers the opportunity to translate these multifaceted skills and talents through a niche progression of study. Starting with Intro to General American, Suzuki & Screen Acting —these sessions are designed to add more strings to your bow.

3. Future Proof Your Career

In an unpredictable industry, the more skills you have, the more doors open. Don’t limit your acting skills to just theatre or film, use movement and voice training so you can work across television, radio, voiceover, podcasts, video games, and more.

“Acting is a career without a safety net, because it’s not like a professional job where every year you hope to be promoted and get a sense of career stability. There is never any stability in this business.” – Naomie Harris, BOVTS alumni

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In an ever-evolving industry, your most secure path is to invest in a full range of skills. You’re not just preparing for your next audition, you’re building a sustainable career in the arts.

Take the Next Step

Thinking of refining your creative offerings for future opportunities? Join our Introduction Series, a progression of study where each course builds a multifaceted package:

Intro to General American (Voice) – Master vocal technique for clarity and range.

Intro to Suzuki (Movement) – Enhance movement precision and stage presence.

Intro to Screen Acting (Acting) – Learn the nuances of on-camera performance.

Whether you dive into all three or start with one, you’ll gain hands-on experience that strengthens your foundation as a performer. Make your artistry just as versatile as the industry that demands it—enroll in our Introduction Series today.