“Italia Conti always provides professional,
highly trained Artists.”
CLERKENWELL FILMS

“The training produces highly flexible and responsive actors who are able to think for themselves. The holistic approach of the training and the commitment of the staff are apparent in the attitude of the students, who are just as actors ought to be.”
SEAN AITA,
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR,
FOREST FORGE
“Always provide professional multi talented students.”
CASTING UNLIMITED


FULL-TIME COURSES

Entry for all full-time courses is by audition and must be made as follows:

Applicants for Theatre Arts, Performing Arts & Singing courses are advised that, with the exception of the warm-up, auditions are usually individual. Acting course applicants have a mixture of group workshops and individual auditions.

Applicants should apply by completing in full the enclosed audition application form and returning it together with the audition fee, a full length photograph with their name and address clearly printed on the back, and previous school report or college/employment reference.

Students are advised that places are limited and application forms should be returned as soon as possible.

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AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

All applicants should wear appropriate clothing for any dance audition sections and loose, comfortable clothing for acting and singing audition sections. Please do not wear jewellery.

Students auditioning at our Avondale site for the Acting course are advised to bring a small bottle of water and a light packed lunch with them.

Copies of all acting pieces should be given to the audition panel.

All music for dance and singing audition sections must be recorded on cassette or C.D. An accompanist will not be available. (We suggest a separate tape or C.D. for each piece).

Audition results for all courses will not be made or discussed on the day of audition. Applicants will be informed in writing at the earliest opportunity.



THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL

Academic assessment – applicants will be requiredto sit an academic assessment and should arriveprepared with pen, pencil, ruler and eraser.

Acting – please learn two contrasting shortpieces. These pieces should last approximatelyone minute each. Candidates will also be askedto sight-read.

Dance – Ideally, three contrasting dancedisciplines should be shown, e.g. ballet, modernor jazz dance and tap. Candidates who are notexperienced in 3 dance disciplines must showtwo contrasting disciplines or styles.

One song – this can be any style.

Interview – the applicant, together with theirparent/ guardian may be asked to attend a short interview.



PERFORMING ARTS COURSES

Warm-up and physical assessment – all candidates willnormally participate in a group physical warm-up and willalso be given a physical assessment.

Acting– please learn two contrasting pieces ofapproximately 1minute 30 seconds each. Candidates willalso be asked to sight-read.

Dance– ideally, candidates should show three contrastingdance disciplines, e.g. ballet, modern or jazz dance andtap. Candidates who are not experienced in 3 dancedisciplines must show two contrasting disciplines or styles.

Singing– one song in any style.Interview– the applicant, together with theirparent/guardian (if under 18 years) may be asked toattend a short interview

Audition results for all courses will not be made or discussed on the day of audition. Applicants will be informed in writing at the earliest opportunity.



SINGING COURSES

Warm-up and physical assessment – all candidates will normally participate in a short physical warm-up and a vocal warm-up. They will also be given a physical assessment.

Singing – please prepare three contrasting styles to show your vocal range. The panel will choose which of these pieces to hear.

Interview – the applicant, together with their parent/guardian (if under 18 years) may be asked to attend a short interview.


ACTING COURSES

Auditions for acting courses are usually divided intotwo sections - mornings and, for those who have successfully completed this section, afternoon re-calls. They should research and thoroughly prepare and learn three contrasting pieces, copies of which should be handed to the panel.

MORNING SESSION

Group briefing usually taken by the Course Leader regarding the day’s events.

Warm-up Workshop – Normally a two hour session. The purpose being to relax candidates to help themachieve their potential in the audition.

Individual audition – candidates are asked to present one of their prepared pieces (chosen by the panel).

AFTERNOON RE-CALL SESSION

The afternoon usually begins with a short movement workshop.

Further audition and interview. The applicant may be asked to sight-read and to present either one or two more pieces. These may be re-directed. Interviews normally cover a range of topics, including career aspirations, past experiences, skills and attributes.

Audition results for all courses will not be made or discussed on the day of audition. Applicants will be informed in writing at the earliest opportunity.

SHORT COURSES,EASTER COURSES& SUMMERSCHOOLS

Courses are designed for all ages and abilities.

Applicants should complete the application form and return it with the relevant deposit at the earliest opportunity. Places are allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.


ASSOCIATE COURSES

On receipt of thecompleted application form the Applicant will becontacted and invited to attend an interview (with their parent/guardian if under 18 years) to discuss courses which may be appropriate.