Italia Conti offers a range of courses in acting, musical theatre, and dance, as well as postgraduate and online options. Our courses are designed to provide students with specialised training in their chosen field, whilst also providing opportunities to learn from experts across disciplines. Where possible, our specialist tutors support work across all courses by having specialists in each field supporting the work across all courses to ensure our students receive a well-rounded training and understanding of how each aspect of the industry at large contributes to and supports the work of the performer. Our courses develop versatile skills that can be applied in a variety of performance contexts. In addition, our performance courses provide students with the opportunity to work with professional directors and choreographers, giving them valuable real-world experience in a safe training environment. Beyond the training, our graduates leave with the skills, knowledge, and experience they need to succeed in a difficult but rewarding industry.
Qualification | Degree
Course Leader | Bradley Hawkins
Validated by | University of East London (UEL)
Location | Woking
Course Length | 3 Years, Full-Time
Start Date | September 2024
Qualification | Certificate of Higher Education
Course Length | 1 Year, Full-Time
Qualification | Level 6 Diploma in Professional Dance
Course leader | Andrew Waldron
Validated by | Trinity College London
Course length | 3 Years, Full-Time
Start date | September 2024
Course Leader | Graham Newell
Programme Length | 1 Year, Full-Time
Qualification | Diploma
Course Leader | Andrew Waldron
Course Leader | Dan Fulham
Course Leader | Erica Lawrence
Course | Back 2 Ballet | Back 2 Musical Theatre | Back 2 Shakespeare
Course Length | Three days
Dates | See below for date ranges
Qualification | Diploma in Dance Education (DDE)
Validated by | Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD)
Location | Italia Conti Woking
Course Length | Intensive, Part-Time
Start Date (DDE Modern) | 11th April 2023 - 17th August 2023
Start Date (DDE Tap & Ballet) | 21st August 2023- 17th February 2024
Qualification | Intermediate
Validated by | Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance (ISTD)
Course Length | Weekly, Part-Time
Qualification | Master of Arts (MA) with an option to top-up to Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in the final year/term
Course Leader | Harriet Whitbread
Course Length | Delivered as a two-year part-time course. A one-year part-time option will be available in the future
Start Date | September 2024 (Part-time)
It’s fantastic. Showcases, shows, summer shows, carol concerts. It’s very full on but I don’t wake up regretting coming here. It is the best thing ever!
“The college provides you with a disciplined, yet family atmosphere that trains you to become the best of the best moving forwards into the performing arts industry.”
“Italia Conti has helped me in terms of my acting development, but also as a person and how I engage and view the world, which aids me as an actor.”
“The building and staff inside welcome you with open arms, guide you through your training and proudly push you, prepped with the best tools for the job.”
“Italia Conti allowed me to do my favorite thing, every day in a safe space amongst talented, supportive people. Being taught by skillful tutors was invaluable. The small classes ensured my voice was always heard and helped me hone my skills.”
“My training at Italia Conti has challenged, fulfilled, and broadened me as an actor and as a person. The buffet of techniques on offer will allow me to meet all challenges in any avenue.”
“The influx of inspiring people flowing through the building creates an atmosphere for greatness and I am honoured to be a part of that.”
“I couldn’t have asked for a more understanding place to spend these crucial moments. The door is always open for us to come back ‘home’ for advice, or even for a cup of tea!”
“Having the most supportive faculty (many of which are working professionals), who are always pushing you to be the best version of yourself has made my transition into the industry a seamless one.”