Level 3 Acting Course in Canterbury
- For those who have worked professionally, had previous substantial training or have progressed through previous courses at The Actor’s Lounge
- For all ages over 18
Typically includes:
- Specialised practitioners bringing a wealth of new techniques
- Revisiting and going deeper into known techniques
- Discovering yourself and your process
- Acquiring a broader range of skills to become a dynamic, multifaceted performer
- Playing diverse and challenging characters
- Learning to collaborate and support each other in group projects
- Developing techniques to enhance your stage presence, commanding attention and engaging audiences with magnetic energy
Course details:
Duration10 week course (10 sessions + 1 showcase)
First Session of Term
- Monday 5th May (Bank Holiday but session runs as usual)
- Tuesday 6th May
- Thursday 8th May
Half Term (No Session)
- Monday 26th May
- Tuesday 27th May
- Thursday 29th May
Final Session of Term
- Monday 14th July
- Tuesday 15th July
- Thursday 17th July
End of Term Showcase
- Either Friday 18th, Saturday 19th or Sunday 20th July
Day/TimeMonday, Tuesday or Thursday evening every week, 7pm – 9.30pm
VenueCanterbury CollegeNew Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent CT1 3AJ
PriceOnly £455 (incl VAT) - Limited Places* Payment plans available
Summary:
Level 3 focuses on refining your acting skills and on "industry-readiness" with guidance from a supportive Core Tutor and visiting industry professionals. You’ll deepen your craft, build on established methods, and develop new skills in improvisation, voice work, preparing you for professional work. You'll learn effective audition techniques, receive advice about headshots and Spotlight profiles and get the chance to shoot your own showreel.
You’ll also tackle diverse, challenging roles, exploring various ages, genders, and emotions, all while honing advanced techniques in a relaxed, enjoyable environment aimed at achieving the "flow state" in performance.
The course also emphasises stage presence and charisma, helping you command attention and create memorable, engaging performances as well as help you make lasting impressions on casting directors and agents. You’ll also explore devising and writing original work and group projects will teach you collaboration, essential for success in professional environments. Additionally, you’ll continue refining vocal and movement techniques, expanding your ability to express emotions and stories physically and vocally.
The term ends with a showcase performance, where you’ll present scenes to peers, tutors, and family. This informal event celebrates your progress and you'll experience the strong sense of the TAL community.