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Industry-Led Training
Kick-start your acting career with professionals who cast, direct and hire. Train with working actors, directors, casting directors and producers - not classroom-only tutors.
Beginner to Intermediate
Structured acting training for all entry points. Whether you’re brand new, returning after a break, or tightening your fundamentals, this course meets you where you are.
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Acting Foundation Course (London)
Part-Time Acting Training for Beginners & Developing Actors
Our 3-month Acting Foundations Course in London is designed for beginners, returners and developing actors who want structured, professional acting training taught by working industry professionals.
Across weekly Wednesday sessions, 6pm – 9pm, you’ll learn the practical techniques used by actors working today — building confidence, craft and a clear process you can rely on in auditions, rehearsals and future training.
£599. Finance available, pay in 3 or monthly from £40.
Course price
£599.00
Flexible payment plans available
At The Reel Scene, Every class is led by working industry professionals, actors, directors, producers, and casting professionals who work in the industry every day. We don’t teach from theory, we train from experience, improvisation, scene study, audition technique, and foundational acting methods, ensuring your training stays relevant, practical, and grounded in real-world experience.
Whether you’re stepping into acting for the first time or rebuilding your skills with proper guidance, this course gives you clarity, confidence, and a strong foundation to progress into advanced training.
This part-time acting course in London is built for actors who want more than classroom exercises. You’ll learn how to approach scenes, auditions, and direction with a professional mindset -the same one expected on set and in casting rooms.
Our training environment is supportive, focused, and industry-led - giving you real preparation, not guesswork.
Why This Acting Course?
Because actors need clear structure, real technique and industry-led guidance - not theory without application.
This part-time acting course in London is built to take you step-by-step through the fundamentals, helping you to:
- Build believable, grounded characters
- Break down scenes with a practical process
- Approach auditions with confidence
- Voice work - importance of voice in acting.
- Create clean, professional self-tapes
- Take direction from working filmmakers and casting professionals
Each week builds on the last - so you leave with clarity, confidence and a repeatable process.
Curriculum: The Actor’s Journey
This course focuses on core acting craft, taught in a practical, industry-relevant way. You’ll train across improvisation, scene study, audition technique, voice, character work and self-taping - all designed to give you a solid foundation for future professional work.
Workshop Schedule – What You’ll Cover
Workshop 1 – Improvisation & Instant Character Work
- Fast, fun and practical improvisation used in auditions and on set
- Thinking on your feet under pressure
- Using improv to build truthful characters and scenes quickly
Workshop 2 – Cold Reading & Taking Direction
- Cold reading: how to break down a script quickly
- What to look for on first read - key beats, intention, stakes
- Making fast, smart acting choices
Applying direction clearly and efficiently
Workshop 3 – Character Objectives, Intentions & Hot Seating
- Breaking down character objectives and intentions
- Understanding stakes, relationships and motivation
- Hot seating to explore backstory, choices and emotional logic
Workshop 4 – Audition Scene Work
- Preparing and performing short scenes in audition style to camera.
- Confidence, clarity and truthful delivery under audition conditions
Workshop 5 – Voice & Vocal Technique
- Diaphragmatic breathing
- Warm-ups and vocal placement
- Clarity, projection, accent awareness and vocal control
Workshop 6 – Introduction to Meisner Technique
- Repetition work
- Living truthfully in the moment
- Building connection and responsiveness
Workshop 7 – Self-Tape Essentials
- How to deliver a strong self-tape
- Framing, slate, performance focus
- Creating a tape that stands out for the right reasons
Workshop 8 – Mock Showcase: Scene Rehearsal & Coaching
- Paired scene work
- Applying all tools learned across the course
- Guided rehearsal with professional direction
Workshop 9 – Final Showcase
- Perform your final scene - rehearsal, blocking and then perform!
- Clear next-step guidance for your development
- Clear next-step guidance for your development
Ling
The team at Reel Scene are so friendly and welcoming, and really support you along the way. I highly recommend any of their courses if you're interested in acting! Prior to the Year Course I also did a Taster Workshop and the Level 1 Acting Training Course - both of which are also fantastic.
Student Spotlight
Natalie Cousteau
Natalie Cousteau is a Reel Scene graduate, Represented by RS Talent. She's been cast in MobLand (2025), 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026) and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024), as well as appearing in Now and Then (2023) and Casualty.
Student Spotlight
Josh Witcher
Josh Witcher is known for Oliver Twist nightmare on Fleet Street, The Green Man and Let's Talk About George (2020) an Rise of the Footsoldier: Origins (2021). He also wrote, produced and stars in Trapped (2025), featuring Geoff Bell
Student Spotlight
Liban Adan
Liban Adan is known for Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes (2025) on Disney+ and Dark Fortunes 27 (2024).
On Location
Where and When You’ll Train
- Location: Pimlico, Central London
- Schedule: Wednesdays, 6pm – 9pm
- Duration: 3 months / 9 workshops
The course is perfect for those balancing day jobs but serious about their craft.
Meet some of our coaches
Learn from real working professionals who are on set, in auditions, and casting daily – not teachers who left the industry years ago.
We’re not here to just “teach”. We train actors the way the industry expects. You’ll learn the skills, discipline and mindset working professionals rely on, which is why our alumni go on to secure agents, land auditions and book real roles.
The Investment
£599 for 9 x 3-hour workshops
Includes access to exclusive Reel Scene events
Finance available: from just £12 per month (9.9% APR, FCA approved) and Paypal PAY in 3!
Stop delaying your career. Start now.
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Upcoming Start Dates
DATES
14 Oct – 9 Dec 2026
Timetable
20 Jan – 17 Mar 2027
17 Mar – 12 May 2027
12 May – 7 Jul 2027
7 Jul – 1 Sep 2027
1 Sep – 27 Oct 2027
CLASS TIMES
Wednesdays, 6pm – 9pm
Acting Training Course
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FAQs
Who are the acting tutors?
Our tutors all currently work in the film and television industry. As well as our acting coaches, including Kevin McNally (Pirates of the Caribbean), David Schaal (The Office, The Inbetweeners),, Bill Ward (Emmerdale) and the director of Coronation street (ITV) Debbie Howard, Shobu Kapoor (eastenders/ polite society) we have many more acting coaches from all areas of the industry! Casting directors Lisa Beach Hollywood films such as Wolverine, walk the line, Horrible bosses) Uk casting Directors, film Directors and many more! Learn more about the acting coaches at The Reel Scene.
Who can apply for the course?
We accept English-speaking actors from Uk and internationally (many actors fly in for 6 days to attend the course) over 18 years old, we require a self-tape audition reviewed by Reel Scene teami before you can join the course.
Do I receive showreel footage?
The Intensive Screen Acting Course includes two professionally shot and edited showreel scenes, directed by a working film director. You'll have the chance to work on the scenes before filming, and the footage will be edited by our experienced team, who have worked on projects for Amazon, Sky, and feature films such as Lord of the Rings, The Bystanders, Lucid, and The Wall of Mexico. This hands-on experience provides valuable industry insights and a high-quality showcase of your talent.
Do I receive headshots?
Yes, our Intensive Screen Acting Course includes professional headshots! You'll participate in a headshot shoot with a top agency, such as Pure Headshots. Not only will you receive industry-standard photos, but we’ll also guide you on how to get the best out of your session and what casting directors look for in headshots. The process is overseen by the Reel Scene team, who are both producers and agents, ensuring your headshots make the right impression
Do you offer payment plans or course financing?
Yes, we are FCA registered therefore we are partnered with BuyLine to provide a range of finance options spreading the cost of our courses over 1-4 years! we also offer in house payment plans – please visit the Finance Information page for details.
How are the classes scheduled?
The course runs over 12 months, with in-person classes held for three days each month: Friday evening, followed by full-day sessions on Saturday and Sunday. Sundays typically involve filming the scenes you’ve worked on during the weekend. In addition to in-person sessions, students access online classes and 1-2-1’s between months. A schedule is provided at the start, though some dates may shift due to tutor commitments.
Can I get an acting agent?
While agency representation isn’t guaranteed, you will be seen by agents and casting directors throughout the week, providing you with valuable exposure. You’ll also leave with a professional showreel and credits that strengthen any future Spotlight application. Our training is designed around how the industry actually works. Agents from RS Talent regularly attend workshops and classes to scout talent, and though they may recommend further training if you show promise, many graduates have gone on to gain representation after completing the course.
What do I need to bring?
Before the course starts, you'll receive all the necessary information. Generally, you'll need to bring a costume for your shoot if applicable, appropriate clothing for your headshots (this will also be explained), a pad, pen, printed scripts, and loose-fitting clothing for comfort. Make sure to bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the sessions!
Act now, pay later
Used responsibly, finance is a fantastic way to spread the cost of you purchase and can help you get what you want today. It is easy to apply as we have partnered with Buyline to help you, if you are in our studio or on the phone, just let us know you are considering our finance packages and we can talk you through the options. The application form takes a few minutes to complete, and the decision is instant.
Before you apply, please note that you will only be considered if you:
Are over the age of 18;
Are a resident of UK;
Have a valid email address and telephone number;
Have a UK bank account;
Finance is subject to your application, your financial circumstances and borrowing history.
International students
The Reel Scene welcomes English-speaking international students to our UK-based 6-Week Acting Course.
The Reel Scene is not a licensed Student visa sponsor and cannot sponsor visas. If you’re travelling from outside the UK, please check your visa position at gov.uk before booking.
International payments are accepted via credit card, PayPal, bank transfer, or cheque.

