I'
Acting Technique ( Stage ) Theory & Practice
Theory and Practical
The following course is tailored to the individual and designed by professional acting coaches and directors with over 25 years worth of industry experience. Taught by qualified tutors trained to postgraduate level and holding higher degrees within their respective fields of expertise. Tutors have a wealth of stage experience from their own professional careers and remain connected to the industry, holding full membership within the British Actor’s Union Equity and are qualified to teach.Complete beginners welcome.
​
Students can opt to split the course into two levels- Level 1 and Level 2, see below for further details and offers.
-
150 + units
-
Dedicated acting coach
-
Taught by professionals
-
One to one
-
10 assignments with tutor feedback
-
20 Instructional videos
-
30+ acting exercises tailored to the actor
-
Interactive
-
2 free hours individual coaching worth £100
-
Short written assignments
-
Optional video assignments
-
Practical set acting exercises
-
Reading materials
-
Script & scene study
-
Intuitive software
-
Theory & practice
-
On demand access
-
Student decides study schedule
-
Ideal for beginners/intermediate or intense refresher
​
Content
-
Stage confidence and craft
-
Rehearsed and spontaneous improvisation
-
Voice, vocal work, pace, pitch, projection
-
Characterisation where to start and techniques to use
-
Stage positioning, 4th wall, blocking, spatial awareness
-
Audience awareness, trust and professionalism
-
Mnemonics, line learning skills
-
Subtext, emotional memory, Method Acting, Stanislavski's System, Brecht, Meisner Technique, Adler, Strasberg
-
Handling Shakespeare
-
Monologue preparation
-
Scene work and script study
-
Plus 70 more core units
​
Work at your own pace in the comfort of your own home, with your own acting coach. Ideal for students who need to build confidence and knowledge before working in a group setting or as an intense refresher to give you an acting edge. An efficient use of student’s time, getting up to speed with technique and practice. The course can be commenced at anytime on demand. Tutors are able to give individuals far more specific attention with tailored exercises than they can in a group setting. Course is also ideal for students just wishing to explore the subject material and gain personal confidence.
​
Self-Paced Learning
​
Self-paced learning is ideal for students who cannot commit to attending a class or set live training due to work patterns or changing commitments. Due to the nature of the subject material the pressure to be online and ready for video live training is also removed, unless a student has decided to activate their course coaching plus bonus hours . Optional additional video assignments are available depending upon a student's level of personal confidence and preference. Self-pacing allows students to access pre-recorded video materials at their leisure, whilst still having interactive options, monitoring and feedback with their tutor.
​
​
Booking Now
​
Places are open to international students. The course is taught in English.
Course can be commenced at anytime on demand. Access to course content is 6 months from student's start date ( option to extend is available ) approximate duration for students is 2 months part-time at a comfortable self pace with students setting their own study schedule. Course access will be provided by a digital link and password.
Fees £395, early booking spring offer £299 if booked before June 21st 2024. This course is currently fully subscribed and always fills up very quickly. To qualify for discounted rates all bookings must be submitted and course fees paid by the offer closing date. Tutors will accept new students commencing September 2024, places will be offered on a first come first served basis.
​
Payment can be made via PayPal or via BACS invoice upon request ( 48 hours issue ). Instalment options may be offered by PayPal subject to status. To find out more about interest free instalment options visit PayPal. Check out using PayPal blue payment buttons below, using your account or as a guest. Book Now
​
Level 1 & Level 2- Options
​
The course can alternatively be split into two separate levels at a natural break point. There is no obligation to complete level two after level one. However, students can only undertake level two if level one has been completed, due to continuity. Courses cannot be split into levels retrospectively. It is suggested that level two is started no later than 6 months after level one is completed. Level 1 Course Fee Spring offer £199 if booked before June 21st 2024. Level 2 Course Fee Spring offer £199 if booked before June 21st 2024.
​
Course Coaching Plus
​
2 hours of private live coaching are added to select courses at no extra cost. Designed to help students stay on track and assist with a deeper understanding of course materials, this additional coaching worth £100 will be offered free of charge alongside the purchase of a qualifying course. Tutors will offer a bonus of 2 hours of private live coaching to individual students taking specific courses, please look for the course coaching plus icon when booking an online course. If a student decides to take a course in two split levels then course coaching plus bonus hours will be split across each level with one hour allocated per level. This bonus offer is optional, should a student wish to use it and has no transferable cash value. For further information see our private acting coaching page.
​
A student must be working on a qualifying course to use the course coaching plus bonus offer and a tutor will contact a student directly during their course to organise live coaching at a mutually convenient time via Skype or Zoom.
​
Course coaching plus additional hours ( additional to bonus offer hours ) can only be taken alongside an online course and must be booked within one month of the start/access date of that course. Additional course coaching plus hours can be booked and paid for here.
What you will need to take the course
-
Booking form
-
Access to a laptop or home computer
-
Good internet connection
-
Ability to upload optional video- either via smart phone or digital camera
Tutors welcome applications from all acting students from the age of 16, those under the age of 18 will need parental permission to apply. There is no upper age limit. Course queries email info@actorsedgeonline.com. Gift Vouchers available upon request.
Terms and Conditions will apply at the time of booking
For information regarding bulk licensing for courses and multiple student access click