I remember looking through brochure after brochure when I was applying to drama school, overwhelmed by the amount of options. The range of subjects, the varying lengths of them courses, the difference in schools, the demands and expenses of different application and auditions processes – the lot. Everything began to compile into one big ball of stress. I ended up applying for one BA in Acting and blundering through the entire audition process.
This was really a blessing in disguise to be honest; in retrospect I am much better suited to journalism than being on stage. Nonetheless, at the time I remember avidly searching for some guidance. A magazine containing all the information in one place would have been a godsend, and that is exactly what we have tried to create here.
If you have opened the Student Guide to Drama Education 2024-25, the likelihood is that you are seriously considering entering a theatrical discipline in further education. First of all – welcome to the fold! This guide is designed to provide you with all the facts and testimonies you need to make an informed decision on where and what you do next.
All of the unknowns can be terrifying, but this is also an extremely exciting time in your life. We have spoken to current students across a range of schools and subject areas, so you can hear directly from them about real-life unedited experiences.
We also have a compilation of foundation courses for actors, technical theatre application advice, opportunities for up-and-coming playwrights and assistance on how to become a drama teacher. If you want technical training, the Southbank Centre might off er what you need, and if you are entering your second year of applying to drama schools, Nick Moseley may have some advice that can help. Just like previous years, we also include a thorough listings section of relevant books and plays for you to read through.
Whatever you decide to do next, we wish you all the best!