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Actors use speech, movement and expression to bring characters to life in theatre, film, television and radio.
You could do a foundation degree, degree or postgraduate diploma in drama, or other relevant subject like:
You'll usually need:
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Acting is very competitive and you'll need to develop your skills by getting as much practical experience of acting as possible. You could do this through:
You may be able to get funding to help with fees and living costs at a private drama school. You could also take graded exams in acting, musical theatre and performance art through Trinity College London, University of West London or London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA). You'll need to get as much practical experience of acting as you can. You can provide showreels and headshots to agents and casting directors.
You'll need:
You could:
If you can show an agent you have potential they may put you forward for auditions and castings. Agents usually take a fee of about 10% to 25% from your earnings. You could take further training and move into directing, scriptwriting, drama therapy or teaching.
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