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The Actors Centre is the UK’s leading professional development organisation, supporting actors throughout their careers.

“Just one visit to the Actors Centre will make you want to help it flourish” — Sir Ian McKellen

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Explore Our New Workshop Season

Our October - December workshop season here! Featuring a host of innovative genre-spanning workshops, the season is curated by THE OLD VIC 12.

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Whether you are a professional actor or simply want to learn more about the craft, browse our membership options below to find which one is right for you.

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Develop Your Acting Skills With an Open Course

The Actors Centre offers open courses for anyone interested in getting a taste for everything the Centre has to offer. These workshops are designed to help enhance careers, further education, and develop your skillset.

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Theatre

Get Ready for the Screen with Our Upcoming Workshops

11 November 2019

Develop Your Characterisation Skills With These Upcoming Workshops

6 November 2019

Meet Our Tutors | Ruaraidh Murray: To Edinburgh Fringe and Beyond!

30 October 2019

Build Your Own World with Our Upcoming Workshops

29 October 2019

Meet Our Tutors | Vicky Wright: Behind the Mask

28 October 2019

Meet our Tutors | Ian Macdonald: Tools To Improve and Protect Your Voice

25 October 2019

Curatorial Call-Out: John Thaw Initiative | Latin American Season in Association With Untold Collectiv

23 October 2019

Learn More About Our Upcoming Casting Workshops

22 October 2019

Explore Our Upcoming Movement-Based Workshops

15 October 2019

Meet Our Tutors | John Caine: Write Direction

14 October 2019