Key Facts

  • Starting
    7 Nov 2026
    Location
    Tooting
    Start Time
    10:00
    End Time
    13:00
    Duration
    5 Weeks
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Days
    Saturday
    Start Date
    7 Nov 2026
    Level
    Short Course
    Code
    TABX384TL

    Fees

    19+ Fee
    £ 97.50

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Acting: An introduction

Acting: An introduction

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Do you remember what it was like to be playful; to be silly without feeling self-conscious? Somewhere along the way, most of us unlearn our natural playfulness. We put up walls, we start viewing vulnerability as a weakness, and we bury our most expressive, spontaneous selves under layers of self-correction and tension. The ultimate goal of this dynamic, 5-week course is to help you reconnect with that freer side of yourself. Whether your goal is to step onto the stage, sharpen your professional communication, or simply build self-confidence; powerful performance begins with these fundamentals: truthfulness, vulnerability and physical relaxation.

This course offers a practical, safe and supportive environment where you will learn to shed tension, quiet inner self-criticism, and connect authentically with an audience or partner. Through a step-by-step progression of game-based exercises, improvisation, and short scripted scenes, you will explore active listening, physical grounding, vocal resonance, basic text analysis, and practical techniques to transform performance anxiety into usable energy.

By the end of 5 weeks, you will have rehearsed and performed a short two-person scene—leaving with a versatile personal toolkit to speak, present, and perform with genuine clarity, calm, and authority in any setting.

  • Entry Requirements


    Entry Requirements

    No previous acting or performance experience is required.

    Learners should:

    Be aged 19+ (or according to provider requirements)

    Be willing to participate in practical activities

    Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement

  • Course Content


    By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

    *Cultivate physical relaxation and grounding: Identify and release physical tension to find inner calm and perform better under pressure

    *Access natural vocal presence: Use diaphragmatic breath support to project with vocal resonance, clarity, and authenticity without straining.

    *Use active listening: Apply active listening tools to respond spontaneously and truthfully in scene work or real-world communication.

    *Identify clear intentions (objectives) for characters: Deconstruct text to determine clear active goals ("what am I trying to achieve?") and apply varied tactics to communicate effectively.

    *Manage performance anxiety: employ practical physical and mental grounding tools to transform nerves into usable, creative energy during presentations or performances.

  • Progression Next Steps


    Progression (Next Steps)

    After completing this course, learners may wish to progress to:

    Improvers Acting

    Acting for Performance

    Creative Writing for Performance

  • Additional Information


    Wear comfortable clothing and flat shoes suitable for movement.

    Bring a notebook and pen for personal reflections.

    Scripts and learning materials will be provided where required.

    The course is practical, inclusive, and suitable for complete beginners.

    Learners are encouraged to participate at a pace that suits their confidence and ability.

    A respectful, supportive learning environment is expected throughout the course.

  • Course Structure


    The course runs over five Saturday sessions, each lasting 3 hours (10:00–13:00).

    Each session typically includes:

    Welcome and warm-up

    Voice and movement activities

    Practical acting exercises

    Improvisation and scene work

    Group discussion and reflection

    Tutor feedback and preparation for the following session

  • Assessment Details


    Assessment Details (Ongoing Feedback)

    There is no formal examination.

    Progress is assessed informally throughout the course through:

    Observation of participation in practical activities

    Tutor feedback during workshops

    Peer feedback where appropriate

    Learner self-reflection

    Review of individual progress and achievement of personal learning goals

    Learners receive regular verbal feedback to support their development and confidence.

  • Teaching and Learning


    Teaching is learner-centred, practical, and inclusive. Strategies include:

    Tutor demonstrations

    Practical workshops

    Individual, pair, and group exercises

    Improvisation activities

    Voice and movement practice

    Peer learning and collaborative activities

    Continuous verbal feedback

    Differentiated activities to support learners with varying levels of confidence and experience

    These strategies encourage active participation, creativity, collaboration, and the development of practical acting skills in a supportive learning environment.