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Contents

03. Welcome Postgraduate

04. Why GSA? 38. MA Acting Contents

06. GSA Family 39. MFA Acting

08. Performances & Productions 40. MA Musical Theatre

10. Facilities 41. MFA Musical Theatre

MA Stage & Production 12. Auditions & Interviews 42. Management

14. Student/Alumni focus MA Theatre 44. (Part-time online learning) 16. Accommodation 46. Student/Alumni focus 18. Location Research at GSA Programmes at GSA 48. Research Foundation 48. PhD Dance 23. Foundation Acting 48. PhD Theatre 24. Foundation Musical Theatre Short Courses at GSA Undergraduate 51. Pre-audition courses 26. BA (Hons) Acting 53. Saturday School 28. BA (Hons) Actor Musician 53. Junior Conservatoire BA (Hons) Applied 30. and Contemporary Theatre 53. Summer Conservatoire

32. BA (Hons) Musical Theatre 54. Stage Combat BA (Hons) Theatre 34. (Conversion course by online learning) 55. Voice in Business

36. BA (Hons) Theatre Production 58. Campus map Guildford School of Acting

02 Welcome Welcome from Head of GSA

Guildford School of Acting (GSA) is the We are living during a time of significant conservatoire of the University of Surrey. and profound change which will define Established in 1935, this year marks the our society and culture for generations. 85th anniversary of the founding of the We aspire to educate, train and develop school and is regarded as one of the UK’s creative individuals to enhance and premier professional vocational institutions, further our collective understanding and delivering world class actor training and appreciation of the plight of the human cutting edge performance research. being, being human. As a founding member of the Federation of Drama Schools, GSA enjoys national Above all, GSA believes in the power and and international renown as a centre of potential of the arts to transform society excellence in professional arts training and culture. We encourage each student and education. Our student centred to take full advantage of the opportunities ethos places the student experience that await them, to meet the challenges at the centre of our pursuit of artistic of pursuing fulfilling and successful careers, and intellectual excellence. by not merely seeking to make a living, but also, to make a difference. GSA’s training and education produces accomplished actors, performers, If you are inspired by the potential of actor musicians, dancers, theatre what GSA can offer we look forward to and performance makers, stage welcoming you to GSA at an Open Day, managers, theatre technicians, directors, Applicant Day or at one of our productions. choreographers and musical theatre creators. At GSA, students are encouraged The world is greatly in need of the to collaborate, innovate and experiment, imagineers, storytellers, artists, creators, through reflection and exploration of the and technicians. social, political and cultural challenges We hope you will want to be one of them. of the contemporary world. Commitment, curiosity, courage and generosity will be Professor Sean McNamara an ever present necessity and requirement. Head of Guildford School of Acting gsauk.org

03 04 Guildford School of Acting Why GSA?

Why GSA? and inthefuture. to succeedasartiststoday entrepreneurism andcreativity to developtheirartisticintegrity, whilst alsoencouragingthem the technicalskillstheyneed ensuring ourstudentshave developing thisreputation, constantly upholdingand We’re passionateabout quality andprofessionalism. industry andareputationfor visibility intheentertainment gives ourstudentsimmediate The GSA brandname in 1935 Established Reputation Institutional Surrey SportsPark. and accesstothe£36million £16million overthelast5years; which hasseeninvestmentof the LibraryandLearning Centre Theatre; studentaccommodation; 60 seatRex DoyleStudio 190 seatBellairsTheatreand These includethe£4.5million in theUKConservatoiresector. professional trainingfacilities amongst someofthebest Surrey, GSA facilitiesrank As partoftheUniversity across campus Consistent investment Facilities World Class

gsauk.org 05 Teaching Excellence Industry leading staff and visiting professionals are at GSA Students taught by leading West End directors, casting agents, lighting designers, professionals experienced and leading academics, giving our students a comprehensive support network and knowledge base they can utilise pre and post graduation.

and disability arts. As a university we benefit fromconservatoire, Innovative Research Diverse research centres Our research, which encompasses both traditional and practice-based forms, addresses performance in history and contemporary culture. to It ranges from Shakespeare and performance philosophy, includes work in theatre history, performancecontemporary dance, and the nonhuman, actor training, and performance musical theatre, mental health cognitive science, a close relationship between performer trainingscholarship, and theatre industry. Guildford and theatre industry. School of Acting is home to two research centres: The Surrey Centre and the Shakespeare Philosophy. Centre for Performance

Our rigorous process of training and development is proven to dynamicdevelop versatile, performers whose attention to detail, professionalism and talent an unrivalled graduates gives GSA reputation and employment record across the creative industries. alumniA high percentage of GSA End appear in the cast lists of West shows and national tours and graduates gain professional representation or professional contracts within the first year. Training Excellence in the Surrey is ranked top three in the Guardian’s University Guide 2020 in the league table for drama and dance GSA CommunityGSA

Whether you’re joining GSA on one of our foundation or degree programmes, taking part in our part-time classes or attending one of our performances, the energy and passion of being part of the GSA community is undeniable. Through our collaborative approaches to learning and teaching and the extensive support network available to students both personally and professionally we hope that you’ll be inspired and proud to be part of the family. At GSA our staff, students and alumni come from all over the world. Our diverse student cohort and global

GSA Family focus are core elements of life at GSA. Student focus gsauk.org 07 “ Whilst at GSA I gained the ability to Whilst at GSA forgive myself as a performer which really took the edge off and gave me much more room to develop. Out of the drama schools I had Out of the drama schools seemed to have this GSA auditioned for, and welcoming vibe overwhelmingly warm had I else. find anywhere that I just didn’t both colleagues heard good things from for me the day and mentors. It just clicked of my audition that this was where I’d like three years of my life. to spend the next sense of community has such a strong GSA and family and one of my happiest memories to be the end of the would have of GSA ‘story telling’ first term, after completing our and think, really got to sit back block. You this is my these are my colleagues now, get to work! let’s company, wanted to prepare GSA I really felt like me as much possible for the industry by giving me both dance and singing lessons. Everything seemed to work hand in hand with each other - what I learned in one group singing class I could easily apply methodology. to my Shakespearian I gained the ability to forgive Whilst at GSA myself as a performer which really took the edge off and gave me much more room to develop. students to throw yourself I’d advise GSA completely into every lesson and every activity – you will get out what you put in. also important to learn, very quickly It’s the ancient art of patience! And most give yourself a break... importantly, this is a marathon, not a sprint. BA Acting graduate Emmerdale ITV’s in Tate Known for playing Joseph and Mark Fowler in the BBC soap opera EastEnders. Ned Porteous “

“Since joining GSA I have a more I “Since joining GSA confident and positive outlook on my future prospects as a performer.” I now look at these possibilities less nervously and with more excitement about what is to come. and with more excitement I’d encourage applicants to make sure they I’d encourage applicants to make are fully prepared. Everyone feels nervous at the audition so you want to be incredibly comfortable with all your material to make as enjoyable as possible! the experience I enjoy our showings and when we get to perform to the whole school and see their reaction. Hearing music always puts have beautiful faces. We a smile on people’s studios which are brilliant spaces to work in. Our tutors are incredibly professional and knowledgeable and every session is beneficial to our progression as performers. In first year I lived in Millennium House on the University campus. It was lovely students and to connect with non-GSA have time to unwind in a comfortable flat! All accommodation is in close proximity to the library and shops which is great. I will always remember the guidance given they will always be by the tutors. I feel like there for support should we need it. “The audition process was also one of the most beneficial ones I did. The panel had time for me and really wanted to listen and see what I was capable of.” I chose to come to GSA as it is one of the as it is one of the I chose to come to GSA Musician’ an ‘Actor only schools that provide the best drama schools course and it is one of My main passion was Acting but in the country. a huge part in my life, music had always played want a career as a solo musician but I didn’t loved the idea of integrating my musical skills That was a very into performance and theatre. prospect. exciting Persia Babayan-TaylorPersia Actor Musician graduate Alumni focus Guildford School of Acting Performances & Productions 08

Performances found onourwebsite:gsauk.org productions andbookingcanbe Information onperformances, to therealitiesofindustrypractice. external directors,introducingthem have theopportunitytoworkwith It’s alsoimportantthatourstudents the skillandtalentofourstudents. professional standards,showcasing productions tothehighest delivering performancesand At GSA weprideourselvesin & Productions gsauk.org 09 Facilities GSA is situated on the University of Surrey’s beautiful campus offering students state of the art, purpose built facilities within a lively University environment just ten minutes’ walk from Guildford town centre and only 34 minutes from Central London by train. Facilities

Teaching space

Students at GSA have access to purpose-built studios and tutorial rooms within the GSA building and across the University campus.

Performance space

Productions are staged in the 190 seat Bellairs Theatre, 60 seat Rex Doyle Studio Theatre as well as in theatres and venues in and around Guildford and London, giving students the opportunity to experience a wide range of professional performance environments. These external venues include the renowned Yvonne Arnaud Theatre and The Mill Studio in Guildford, and various venues in London’s West End including the Shaftesbury Theatre, The Criterion Theatre and the Soho Theatre. Guildford School of Acting

10 Production facilities

Production facilities at GSA include a state-of-the-art 100Gb optical fibre network fitted throughout the Ivy Arts Centre; a fully automated flying system; cutting-edge robotic cameras; professional-grade video production equipment; bespoke GDS prompt desk and wireless comms; high-end computer work- stations with dedicated software; and a fully-equipped construction workshop and wardrobe department.

Our sound stock includes: Yamaha and Digico sound desks; a wide range of PA including Inspired Audio, D&B, JBL, and Meyer; Sennheiser and Shure radio equipment; industry standard microphones, and a range of instrument microphones. Lighting equipment includes ETC and MA consoles on site, as well as other console brands to explore and learn. We have a range of in house stock and also hire a wide variety of intelligent lighting fixtures.

GSA Scenic Studios

Open since October 2019, our new GSA Scenic Studios are the base for all our teaching and production work in scenic arts and design. This fully refurbished unit allows for scenic construction in both wood and metal, plus full paint facilities, and contains state of the art equipment, including a CNC machine and 3D printer, a CAD suite and dedicated studio and learning spaces for prop and model making. Our facilities put us at the forefront of conservatoire training in these creative disciplines.

Everything in one place Food and drink

GSA is situated on the University of Surrey Stag Hill The ThEATre coffee shop is situated within campus which is home to a wide range of amenities, the GSA building and serves hot drinks including a laundrette, a post office, a bookshop, and a selection of hot and cold food. a health centre and our recently refurbished convenience store, SimplyFresh. There’s also a large In addition, there is a wide selection supermarket nearby, and a weekly food market is held of coffee shops and food outlets on gsauk.org on the Stag Hill campus. the University campus.

11 Guildford School of Acting Auditions & Interviews 12 and anopenmind. programme tick.Ultimately, theseinterviewsare intendedasaconversationpremisedoncuriosity We alsoencourageyoutoquestion us,andtolearnmoreaboutwhatmakes yourchosen successful careerintheentertainmentindustry. In interviewsforProductionprogrammeswearelookingcommitment andenthusiasmfora and criticallyengagedpractice. Interviews alsogiveusachancetoenvisagehowyoumightparticipate inacademicconversation critically andpractically. performance andwhyyouthinkitscreationareimportant subjectstoexplore both an opportunitytoaskquestionsinaone-to-onesetting.We wanttoknowwhatexcites youabout Where applicable, interviewsprovideuswithanopportunitytogetknowyoubetter, andyouwith please refertotheGSA website:gsauk.org For moreinformationonauditionrequirementsandavailablesupport targets underrepresentedgroupsandincreasesstudentdiversityacrosstheconservatoire. GSA iscommittedtoensuringthattheauditionprocesscontinuously seeks towidenaccessibility, can beimaginativeandopentolearning. We lookforvibrantandenergisedcandidates,withaclearpassiontheirsubjectcraft,who sustain acareerintheperformingartsindustry. right schoolandtrainingforyou,todemonstratewhetheryouhavetheaptitudeability undertake therigoroustrainingweoffer. Itgivesyoutheopportunitytoseewhetherthisis The auditionprocessenablesustomake informedchoicesaboutcandidatesandtheirabilityto best placeforyourtraining. we arelookingforpotentialand,ifseeit,wouldlike youtofeelconvinced thatGSA isthe constructive aspossible. We donotexpect youtoalreadybeanaccomplishedperformerbut For thosestudentswhoarerequiredtoaudition,wetrymake theprocessasenjoyableand Interviews Auditions

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James Bibby BA (Hons) Acting

Overall, I auditioned at 6 different Schools and I must say that GSA, from the and I must say that GSA, Overall, I auditioned at 6 different Schools I was in an audition really feel like I didn’t most welcome. made me feel the off, enjoy it more and I seemed to relaxed because the whole process seemed very rather than feeling any pressure. being able to perform a monologue at my first round and Having a workshop other schools where you unlike place, audition made me really get a feel for the The recall was a lot would just perform a couple of speeches and then leave. When I did, me want to gain a place at GSA. and it really did make of fun too, privileged to be part believe it! I feel believe it, in fact, I still can’t I couldn’t of such a great institution. “ Christina Bennington

Student focus Student BA (Hons) Musical Theatre graduate

Creating the role of Raven in Bat Out The balance between healthy competition of Hell was an exhilarating and and a family atmosphere at GSA is perfect. overwhelming experience. I’m incredibly I was constantly pushed in every discipline, lucky to have a very solid training behind while being equally supported emotionally. me that has allowed me to give my It’s easy to get the best out of people when absolute best performance, 8 shows everyone is striving for excellence together, a week, since I graduated. as a team effort.

I attended a GSA Summer Course and If you choose to audition at GSA it’s fell in love with the school. To me, GSA incredibly important to choose material that was a place where I could learn all the skills shows you off to your strengths. Work out I needed to succeed as a performer, and what you find most interesting about yourself also where my unique talents would be and play to it. Be ready to work the hardest celebrated and nurtured. The teachers taught in the room, but to also be the nicest. The me to have opinions and be valued as a industry is smaller than you think, and that creative brain in a room, something which rings true for colleges also. Break a leg! has proved incredibly valuable in my journey to becoming a West End leading lady. Student focus Student

Alessandro Rossetti MA in Stage and Production Management graduate

I work now as a Stage Manager in large-scale events the most is also working with a whole range and opera productions, with lots of experience at of event professionals, coming from all over different companies. I have had the opportunity the world with different backgrounds. to work on two shows in two stadiums in Italy and Saudi Arabia with Balich Worldwide Shows – the The courses are run by professionals with vast leading company in Olympic ceremonies and other experience in their field. Separately, Guildford’s large-scale shows worldwide. It is a privilege to work proximity to London allowed me to interact with in a community of professionals who constantly theatre professionals and employers in London’s strive to achieve the best possible results, through West End. One of the best things about my course the common belief that what we do is special and was being able to improve my technical and everlasting. In opera I have worked as an Assistant practical skills, such as prop making, carpentry, Stage Manager with English National Opera at the set building and painting. I also enjoyed the ability London Coliseum for an opera that opened the to speak with professors about my professional 2019-2020 season and for an important opera development. My lecturers were always available festival in Florence. Because of my job commitments when I asked for guidance and support. I was awarded the Internationalisation Award from my Faculty and I could not be more honoured and A couple of words of advice, that I would like to proud of my achievements. share, is to make contacts and understand how the industry is structured from the first year. Secondly, Being part of huge processes that create be ready to adapt to a range of different theatre unforgettable memories for the audience is a jobs. Any job that puts you on a stage will help privilege, but being part of cultural change is an you to have a holistic vision of work for your honour, as it happened to me when I worked in future career as a Stage Manager.

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14 Alexandra Mardell BA (Hons) Acting graduate

I currently play Emma Brooker on Coronation anyone! Although many of my friends and family Street, ITV. I am also the co-artistic director of would disagree, I would say I’m quite shy. Through- JunkBox Theatre Company. The most exciting thing out my time at GSA I would often feel as though for me in my job is meeting and working with other I couldn’t do it. I can’t be funny in comedy, can’t actors/directors/writers etc. There’s always so much sing the high note in mix quality, can’t write my to learn from everyone, so many interesting stories. monologue phonetically. My class mates would always tell me off when I always seemed to manage I always attended dance and drama classes as a it in the end. We had such a supportive year group, child, mainly focussed on musical theatre. But as and over the three years, they helped me to I got older I wanted to focus on acting for television. overcome my self-doubt. But I still can’t write For me, the only option was drama school. phonetically! At GSA many of the tutors have taught for years, worked as performers themselves and When I first visited GSA it felt homely. The other really care about sharing their knowledge and students were so friendly and supportive, rather experience with the students. Although they can than competitive as I had witnessed at other schools. seem intimidating in your first year, by the time We’re all in the same boat at the end of the day. you graduate, they’re your friends! My happiest memories at GSA are all with my class mates. Back stage stories, tech day, watching the GSA was the drama school for me! The perfect other class in their showcase. 3 years of working balance of feeling settled and under pressure! so intensely together, they know you better than Also, Guildford is lovely!

Cletus Chan MA Musical Theatre graduate

Last year, I made my West End debut One of the happiest moments I’ve had at GSA in The King and I at the London Palladium. was when we first stepped out onto the Shaftsbury stage for our showcase. After training so intensely I started musical theatre relatively late, at the age for a year, my classmates have become a second of 15. I always knew I liked performing as I’m also family. It was very emotional to share a West End a musician. Since then, I’ve been taking steps stage with them. towards my goal and I am so happy to be able to say I’m a professional musical theatre actor! GSA has instilled a high level of professionalism and tenacity in me. The industry is so competitive, I chose GSA for its outstanding reputation and its you have to be a professional and constantly work incredible employment rate. It is almost impossible on honing your craft. The weekly professional to open any programme without seeing a handful development classes really prepared me to enter of GSA graduates. I also chose GSA because of its this competitive industry, giving me the skills and equal emphasis on all three disciplines. I felt that drive to continue despite constant rejection. GSA has the most well rounded MA course and does not try to pigeon hole you into a particular discipline. If you choose to audition at GSA make sure Many schools are known to excel in one or two you are completely prepared for all scenarios disciplines, I believe that GSA excels in all three. you could possibly face. Arrive early, be polite, The sheer intensity of the MA programme at GSA have a 16 bar, 32 bar and 2 minute cut of your really pushed me to become a better performer. songs, because you never know what curve balls

GSA understands that we only have one year they might throw at you. But most importantly, gsauk.org and they pack it with as much training as possible. let your passion shine through. You would be After a year, it really feels like I’ve received 3 years’ surprised by how far a good personality and worth of training! good manners can get you!

15 Accommodation

Accommodation

As part of the University of Surrey GSA offers a wide range of student accommodation. Our rooms are comfortable, secure and priced to suit different budgets – allowing you to focus on your programme and enjoy everything that Surrey has to offer.

Our accommodation is situated on three key sites in Guildford and is arranged in Courts of Residence (groups of self-catered housing), providing you with a comfortable, safe living space to make your own. We group our rooms into a range of price bands, allowing you to give us your preferences based on what you can afford.

On Stag Hill campus you will find our original accommodation close to all the amenities of our largest campus. Meanwhile on the nearby Manor Park campus, a dynamic, car-free student village has been created – with a subsidised bus service – in an area of wonderful natural beauty. Hazel Farm, just two miles from campus, allows us to cater to a range of budgets.

Whether you live at Stag Hill, Manor Park or Hazel Farm, the University’s facilities, beautiful open spaces and Guildford’s lively town centre are only a short walk or bus ride away.

Full details of our accommodation allocation policy, pricing structure and room layouts can be found at surrey.ac.uk/accommodation Guildford School of Acting

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gsauk.org 19 Guildford School of Acting Performances & Productions 20 Programmes at GSA 2020 (GSA BAActing2020-2023) GSA Foundation ActingCourseGraduate Ed Shamwana for measanactor. valuable andincrediblyformative I foundthiscoursetobehugely adapting tonewapproachestext. of differentstylesworkingand created awidthofunderstanding directors throughoutthecoursewhich the opportunityofworkingwithexternal relatively shorttimewehad.We had from theyearaswaspossiblein allowed ustogainasmuchexperience experience forourcohortandreally of thesyllabusprovidedsuchatailored BA. Thecreativefreedomandflexibility course isn’t justabouttheplaceona however, Iquicklyrealisedthatthe to achieveaplaceatdramaschool, me withthenecessaryskillsrequired at GuildfordSchoolofActingprovided The FoundationCourseinActing “ “ gsauk.org 2121 Foundation Acting Foundation / Musical Theatre

Foundation

Why GSA? The UK’s leading conservatoires, within the Federation of Drama Schools (FDS), receive thousands of applications each year for entry onto their performance programmes for as few as 20-30 places. Auditioning for these performance programmes at some of the nation’s leading conservatoires is highly competitive. GSA’s Foundation programmes in Acting and Musical Theatre aim to provide students with the basis of the fundamental techniques in Acting, Singing and Dance. Both the Acting and Musical Theatre pathways are focused upon providing an insight into life within a conservatoire and preparing students for the rigours and expectations of conservatoire training and higher education.

Programme overview The Foundation Acting and Musical Theatre programmes are separate pathways, each with a distinct identity and aims and objectives. The core elements of each programme are calibrated according to the differing requirements of each genre and are constellated.

Please refer to gsauk.org for the most up to date information regarding the programmes on offer at GSA and fees and

Guildford School of Acting funding information.

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In Teaching Block 1 students will work In Teaching Naturalism, on either a Contemporary, play with an internal or American Realism showing of selected ‘work in progress’ teaching block.scenes at the end of this Teaching Block 2 students In the first half of on eitherwill work with a guest Director Naturalism, or American a Contemporary, play with an internal showing Realism of selected scenes. Block 2 In the second half of Teaching students will work on a one week Acting for Camera project with an industry professional, learning the basic camera techniques and skills required for further Block 2 Screen Actor training. Teaching and Directing will end with the Writing project where the students will learn how to produce and develop their own work. Using a social issue based theme students will write and direct monologues/ scenes culminating in a small scale public previously Issues explored performance. have included Homelessness and Knife Crime. Block 3 students will perform In Teaching in a professionally supported Public Showcase (two performances) of work performance venues. within one of GSA’s The Foundation Programme is both an innovative and intensive course led and tutors highly experienced taught by GSA’s and industry professionals. Graduates of the Foundation Acting programme have successfully gained places East 15, ALRA, LIPA, GSA, LAMDA, at: RADA, Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, Mountview, Central School of Speech and Drama, Arts Conservatoire of Bruford, Royal Ed, Rose Scotland, and Manchester Metropolitan. Foundation Acting students have also Past gone on to successfully form their own theatre companies and become playwrights, directors, and film makers. Projects Workshops and Masterclasses will be and Masterclasses Workshops faculty and industry GSA given by both also have will Students professionals. one sessions.both group and one to

A range of skills-based classes are delivered within the programme. These will include: Skills Improvisation/Movement/Voice/Group and Masterclasses, Singing/Workshops including Historical Dance for the actor. Audition Technique Audition Preparation and guidance for the selection and delivery of contemporary and classical monologues required for Drama School technique is taught in auditions. Audition group sessions allowing each student the opportunity to study the work of their peers feedback. and also learn from each other’s 1 and 2 there Blocks the end of Teaching At will be mock audition sessions where the students will receive feedback from a panel made up of Drama School practitioners and industry professionals. Acting Technique will study various acting Students techniques and the basics of practitioners Sanford Meisner, including: Stanislavski, Students Uta Hagen and Michael Chekhov. will investigate approaches and techniques analysis through the both to acting and text research, and rehearsal of scenes study, fromfrom a contemporary play and works both the Naturalistic and American Realism movements. of subjects including: The Foundation programme in ActingThe Foundation and and develop skills aims to nurture for those who either wishtechniques or higherto train within a conservatoire in pursuit of a careereducation environment or for thosewithin the creative industries, to try and enter thewho feel they are ready of intensive training.profession after a year programme isThe Foundation Acting blocks/ delivered over three teaching rudiments of theterms, focusing upon the the aspiring actor/ disciplines required for a career withinartist wishing to pursue Throughout each teaching the industry. focuses on theblock/term the programme range delivery of a diverse and extensive Foundation ActingFoundation 24 Guildford School of Acting Foundation Musical Theatre Foundation Musical Theatre Musical Foundation to conservatoiresandhighereducation institutions. Students are offered supportandguidanceforthesubmissionofapplications Applications andPersonal Statements ensure studentsarefullyinformedaboutthefurthertrainingoptions available tothem. members fromfellowconservatoiresandothertraininginstitutionson theircoursesto Workshops andmasterclasseswillbedelivered byWest Endprofessionalsandbyfaculty Voice /SingingOne tooneSingingTutorials /Workshops &Masterclasses A rangeofskills-basedclassesaredeliveredwithintheprogramme. Thesewillinclude: Skills the studyandpracticeofcontemporaryclassicalscenes. Students willdevelopapproachesandtechniques toactingandtext analysisthrough Acting Technique &Text Analysis the context ofmusicandlyrics. Understanding andanalysingnarrativethroughconveyingtruthcircumstancewithin Acting ThroughSong performance programmes.Audition techniqueistaughtingroupandonetosessions. monologues andsongrepertoirechoicesrequiredforauditionsontoprofessional Guidance andpreparationfortheselectiondeliveryofcontemporaryclassical Audition Technique on abilityandknowledge. Classes arestreamedwithGSA BAandMAperformanceprogrammes based Dance: Jazz,BalletandTap range ofsubjectsaroundthefollowingcoresubjectareas: term /teachingblock,theprogrammefocusesupondeliveryofadiverseandextensive the disciplinesrequiredofcontemporarymusicaltheatreperformer. Throughout each The programmeisdeliveredoverthreeteachingblocks focusingupontherudimentsof education environmentinpursuitofacareerwithinthecreativeindustries. and techniquesforthosewhoaspiretotrainingwithineitheraconservatoireorhigher The FoundationprogrammeinMusicalTheatreaimstonurtureanddevelopskills

Showcase Students will perform in a professionally supported Showcase of work within one of GSA’s performance venues. The Foundation Musical Theatre programme is both an innovative and intensive course for the aspiring musical theatre performer led and taught by GSA’s highly skilled and trained tutors and industry professionals. Graduates of the Foundation Musical Theatre programme have been awarded places at; Arts Ed, Mountview, Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Trinity Laban Conservatoire, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Bird College, GSA, London School of Musical Theatre, Tisch School of the Arts (NYU), Urdang Academy and Laine Theatre Arts.

25 26 Guildford School of Acting BA (Hons) Acting Undergraduate needed fortoday’s recorded media. radio projectsexploring theprocesses developing intoscreen acting,filmand and weeklyfundamentalsclasses script-based, devisedrehearsalprocesses and playhappensthroughimprovisation, The developmentofimagination,sensation of theprofessionalactor. response tothefast-changinglandscape embodied actor/artistsabletoworkin skills neededtobecomeautonomous, Lecoq andLaban –itprovidesthetechnical is rootedinthepracticesofStanislavski, Taught throughtheensemble ourtraining a careerintheatre, TV, radioandfilm. is designedforthosewhowishtopursue The BA(Hons)ActingProgrammeatGSA Programme overview ensemble, helpingyoutodevelopyourimagination,range, skillsandtechnique. on thedevelopmentofindividualandtheirgrowthwithinpractice commitment. At GuildfordSchoolofActing,ourphilosophyactortrainingisfounded The trainingofanactorisintensiveprocess,whichrequirescuriosity, courageand Why GSA? BA (Hons) Acting BA (Hons)Acting Eilidh Loan through thisexperience withthemall. grateful tohavemetthesepeopleandgone been anunforgettableexperience. Ifeelvery memories Iwillcarrywithmeforever. Ithas with thestudentsandmembersofstaffare The connectionsandfriendshipsIhavemade above andbeyondfortheirstudents. to workwithdirectorsatGSA whohavegone out ofeachperson.Ihavebeenluckyenough students. Theyhaveapassiontogetthebest They reallydocareabouttheirjoband The staffmembersatGSA aretrulyinspiring. “ “

actor creator. at thenotionofself-made workandthe Season inthefinal teachingblock–looking classic plays. TherewillalsobeaScratch contemporary writersandchallenging as engagingwithbothcutting-edge and qualities of eachyeargroup, aswell are chosentoreflecttheneeds Productions of invitedagentsandindustryguests. and theWest Endshowcaseinfront with rehearsalsforpublicperformances Much ofthefinalyearwillbetaken up and craftaculturethattheyaspireto. best supportthemtoforgetheopportunities learn moreaboutwhotheyaresowecan the individualweworkwithouractorsto With astrongemphasisonunderstanding

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Award BA (Hons) code UCAS W410 Duration 3 Years Entry requirements for 2021 entry and GCSE English Language orMathematics at grade C/4 equivalent). above (or international and MMM at BTEC. CCC at A Level successfulEntry is also subject to canaudition. Candidates who talent, demonstrate exceptional and can satisfy the panel of their ability to complete the programme may also be considered. A non-refundable audition fee will be charged. 28 Guildford School of Acting BA (Hons) Actor Musician BA (Hons) Actor Musician Actor (Hons) BA with others. and theabilitytoworkincollaboration performer whohasbothartisticintegrity disciplined, individualandversatile As aresultyouwillbecomehighly and evaluativeskills. alongside importantcritical singing, musicianshipanddance, specialised performanceskillsinacting, will explore anddevelopbroad Over thecourseofyourstudiesyou of theatricalcontexts. as anactormusicianinawiderrange versatility toworkprofessionally the focusisondevelopingyour On ourActorMusicianprogramme, Programme leader Nicholas Scrivens Programme overview in performance, actingtechnique, voice, ballet,tap, jazzandsinging. Theatre. Thisvocationalprogrammeofstudyintroduces students tomusicianship our internationallyrecognisedperformanceprogrammesinActingandMusical combined talentsasanactorandamusician.Thecoursesitsalongside This BA(Hons)ActorMusicianprogrammefocussesondevelopingyour Why GSA? “ recent NationalStudent Survey2020. Musician Coursereceived100%overallsatisfactioninthe can bedevelopedanddefinedbythestudents.OurBAActor the industrytobelookingathowroleofactor-musician skills asensembleplayersandmusicians.It’s anexciting timein aim toproducestrongactorsandperformerswithexcellent of themusicianinperformance. Throughthisprogrammewe productions thatintegratetheskillsofactorwith Over thelastdecadeorsowehaveseenagreatincreasein “

are either15,30, 45or 60credits. based ona15-credittariff. Allmodules framework foralltaughtprogrammes The Universityoperatesacredit of Surrey’s existing semesterstructure. teaching blocks, withintheUniversity The academicyearisdividedintothree as youbuildyourperformingcareer. training musicaltheatrepractitioners respected internationalreputationfor You willalsobenefitfrom GSA’s widely

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Award BA (Hons) code UCAS AD29 Duration 3 Years Entry requirements for 2021 entry and GCSE English Language orMathematics at grade C/4 equivalent). above (or international and MMM at BTEC. CCC at A Level successfulEntry is also subject to canaudition. Candidates who talent, demonstrate exceptional and can satisfy the panel of their ability to complete the programme may also be considered. The course does not require a specific grade standard on an playing your instrument. However, and sight-reading ability should be of a high level and your understanding of harmony and music should be advanced. A non-refundable audition fee will be charged. 30 Guildford School of Acting BA (Hons) Applied and Contemporary Theatre Contemporary Theatre Contemporary BA (Hons) Applied and artists and creative entrepreneurs. artists andcreativeentrepreneurs. the next generationofperformance course develops,enablesandtrains see challengesasopportunities.This dynamic skillset;problem-solverswho needs practitionerswithabroadand challenge contemporaryissues.Society rapidly respondto, learnfromand skill basetocreatetheatrethatcan equipped withtheknowledgeand for thosewishingtobethoroughly This programmeisthefirstchoice Programme overview core skillstrainingintheperformingdisciplines. professional development,workplacement,whilstprovidingyouwith aspects frommultipleangles;creative, technical,teaching,entrepreneurial, deepen anddevelopyourknowledgeofappliedtheatrecoverallrelevant Fully embeddedwithintheGSA Conservatoire, thevocationalmoduleshelpto highly skilledtheatremakers ofthefuture, whoaspiretoinfluencesocialchange. Our BA(Hons)AppliedandContemporaryTheatrecourseisdesignedtotrain Why GSA? historical scriptedforms.You will practices, inadditiontotraditional performing contemporaryperformance researching, creating,producingand collaborative approachesto You willexplore devisedand and technicians. practitioners, stagemanagers performance makers, creative community oftalentedperformers, professionals, andwilljoinavibrant be taughtbyindustry-leading

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Award BA (Hons) code UCAS W438 Duration training) 3 years (4 with professional Entry requirements for 2021 entry GCSE or equivalent: English C(4) and at Grade Language (4)Mathematics at Grade C (or equivalent). and MMM at BTEC. CCC at A Level Candidates who can talent, demonstrate exceptional and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete also may the programme, be considered. 32 Guildford School of Acting BA (Hons) Musical Theatre BA (Hons) Musical Theatre Musical (Hons) BA Survey (NSS)2020. overall satisfactionintheNationalStudent and acting.Ourprogrammeachieved97% in thecoredisciplinesofdance, singing and evaluativeskills,withpracticalclasses a clearsetofindividualtechnical,critical rigorous processoftraining.You willlearn collaborative sensibilitiesthrougha will developyourprofessionaland Our MusicalTheatreprogramme Programme overview in preparation for a successful and rewarding career in musical theatre. in preparationforasuccessfulandrewardingcareermusicaltheatre. and education,withinthedisciplineofanensemble, todevelop yourskillsandabilities and acrosstheworld.We provideyouwithpersonalisedindustry-focusedinstruction for musicaltheatretraining.OuralumnihaveappearedintheWest End,onBroadway Guildford SchoolofActingisonetheworld’s mostsuccessfulconservatoires Why GSA? Recently inKinkyBootsattheAdelphiTheatre BA MusicalTheatregraduate2017. Jed Berry “ the performerIwantedtobe. dream cometrue. GSA developedmeinto in theWest Endeightshowsaweek.Atotal me tohelpachievemydreamofperforming my individuality, butpushedand challenged felt andthoughtlike me. Thestaffrespected I wassuddenlysurroundedbypeoplewho Attending GSA waslifechangingforme. “ Theatre industry. the demandsofcontemporaryMusical multi-skilled andhighlyversatiletomeet acting enablesourperformerstobecome Technical tuitionindance, singingand of classicandcontemporarymusicals. and rehearsalprojectsproductions through integrationexercises, scenework Your skillsarecontinually developed

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Award BA (Hons) code UCAS W312 Duration 3 Years Entry requirements for 2021 entry and GCSE English Language orMathematics at grade C/4 equivalent). above (or international and MMM at BTEC. CCC at A Level successfulEntry is also subject to canaudition. Candidates who talent, demonstrate exceptional and can satisfy the panel of their ability to complete the programme may also be considered. A non-refundable audition fee will be charged. 34 Guildford School of Acting BA (Hons) Theatre (conversion coursebyonlinelearning) Theatre (Hons) BA workshops frommembers ofGSA staff, include modulepresentations and September, Februaryand April.These three weekend seminars, heldduring Learning Environment,supportedby delivered viatheUniversity’s Virtual Teaching andlearningmaterialsare Level 6)offull-timestudy. and isequivalenttoYear 3(FHEQ available foratwo-yearregistration, This isprimarilyaone-yearcourse, Programme overview of theatreandperformancefromanexperiential andpracticalperspective. creation. Students willengagewithcriticalconcepts andexplore therichheritage as wellpathwaysinplaywriting,theatredesign,choreographyor musical theatre performer training,politicaltheatre, musicaltheatreandtheoriesofperformance, professional experience withtheoryinabroadsetoftopicsthatinclude contemporary Our BATheatreprogrammeoffersarangeofmodulesthatwillintegrate your opportunity togainadegreefromleadingconservatoirewithintopUniversity. CDMT, ConservatoiresUKandTrinity CollegeLondon validatedcoursesthe experienced professionalsand/orgraduatesfromFederationofDramaSchools, This uniqueconversionprogramme, delivered viaonlinelearning,provides Why GSA? BA (Hons)Theatre, Graduate2017 Rosie Parton “ thriving inmycareerasateacher. as, ifitweren’t forthem,Iwouldn’t be Masters’ course!Ican’t thankGSA enough to enrollingonthenewdistancelearning with theoutcome. Iamlookingforward very bestresultIcould,andamthrilled inspired meandpushedtoachievethe experience, andqualifications.Thesestaff the topoftheirgameintermsteaching, want theyeartoend!Thefacultyareat smooth fromstarttofinishandIdidn’t degree here. Myexperience wasso I hadthetimeofmylifewhilstdoing

“ or amusicaltheatre scenario. playwriting, choreography, theatredesign of creativeassignments workingon submission, includingessaysorachoice modules andachoiceoffinalproject for Study andassessment comprisecore are providedthroughouronlinelibrary. for thecourse–allyourreadingmaterials There’s noneedtobuyanytextbooks academic writingandreferencing. as wellsessionsonlibraryresearch,

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Award BA (Hons) Duration 1-2 Years Entry requirements for 2021 entry and GCSE English Language orMathematics at grade C/4 equivalent). above (or international are requiredProspective candidates ato have successfully completed at anthree-year National Diploma or haveaccredited drama school experience significant industry and equivalent qualification. Federationfor suitable is course The CDET 3-yearof Drama Schools and graduates or those holding a Trinity 5 or higher Level College London Professional Diploma as well as industry practitioners experienced and professionals. 36 Guildford School of Acting BA (Hons) Theatre Production BA (Hons) Theatre Production Theatre (Hons) BA construction andscenicarts. sound, lighting,stagemanagement and experience inarangeofskillsincluding production. Your teachingbuilds subjects relatingtoprofessionaltheatre The programmeintroducescore equipped IvyArtsCentretheatre. within ourmodern,largeandwell- Acting todeliveravarietyofproductions fellow studentsatGuildfordSchoolof you willworkinclosecollaborationwith On ourTheatreProductionprogramme, Programme overview and staminatosucceedinthecontemporarycreativeindustries. graduates thatareconfident,creativeandtechnicallyskilledwiththe ability range ofproductionskillsandatGSA weprideourselvesonproducing This practice-basedprogrammeprovidesprofessionaltraininginawide Why GSA? BA TheatreProductiongraduate2020 Libby Ward “ you needtoachieveit. to ensureyougettheexperience andskills what yourtruepassionis,andthenstrive staff aresohelpfulinhelpingyoudiscover existed beforeuniversity. Allmembersof sector oftechnicaltheatreIdidnotrealise Video DesignerandProgrammer, awhole explore. Iamnowworkingasafreelance got introducedtosomanyotheroptions becoming aDeputyStage Managerbutthen in later. Ienteredfirstyearwiththeaimto before thendecidingonwhichonetomajor to explore allaspectsoftechnicaltheatre is theuniquestructure, whichallowsyou One ofthebestthingsaboutthiscourse “ showcase event. your workatafinalyear London you willhavetheopportunitytopresent as acorepartofyourprogramme and development modulewillalsofeature An industryplacementandprofessional University andatexternal venues. of publicperformanceswithinthe or production-criticalroleacrossarange eventually takingaheadofdepartment area forspecialistdevelopment, you willbeabletoselectonededicated As youprogressthroughtheprogramme, gsauk.org 37

Award BA (Hons) code UCAS W450 Duration 3 Years Entry requirements for 2021 entry and GCSE English Language orMathematics at grade C/4 equivalent). above (or international and MMM at BTEC. CCC at A Level successfulEntry is also subject to Candidates who can interview. talent, demonstrate exceptional and can satisfy the panel of their ability to complete the programme may also be considered. 38 Guildford School of Acting MA Acting Postgraduate Showcase. professionals andaWest End a productionteamofindustry a finalpublicproductionledby the skillsincludingadevisedproject, and repertoire. Projectworkintegrates professionals inauditiontechnique with masterclassesledbyindustry theoretical studiesaretaken together Seminars incontextual and singing, dancing. in the‘triple-threat’disciplinesofacting, specifically designedtoequipparticipants The programmeisintensiveand focus onprofessionaldevelopment. performances, togetherwithadedicated theatre rehearsalprojectsandpublic combine theseskillsintomusical skills, andprovideopportunitiesto the practicalacquisitionoftechnical We placeaverystrongemphasison Programme overview by extensive classesinrelevanttechnicalskills. training, deliveredviaaseriesofprojectworkshops andrehearsalssupported the performingarts.Theprogrammeplacesastrongemphasisonpracticalactor The MAActingprogrammeisspecificallydesignedforthoseseekingacareerin Why GSA? Acting MA and skillrequiredfor yourstudieshere. take youtothe levelofEnglishability pre-sessional courses, designedto We offerintensiveEnglish language in eachcomponent(orequivalent). IELTS Academic:6.5overall,6.0 English languagerequirements on acase-by-casebasis. tions willbeconsidered course, mayalsobeconsidered.Varia- to successfullycompletethe satisfy thepaneloftheirability exceptional talent,andcan Applicants whocandemonstrate and interview. to asuccessfulaudition performance. Offersaremade subject engagement withdrama,theatreand or equivalent),aswellprevious in arelevantsubject(minimum2.2 must holdabachelor’s degree Entry byaudition.Students for 2021entry Entry requirements 1 Year Duration MA Award

MFA Acting MFA

MFA Acting

Why GSA? Our new and innovative MFA Acting will train future generations of internationally renowned performers and teachers.

Delivered by Guildford School of Acting (GSA), one of the most highly regarded theatre schools in the UK, this programme provides world-class actor training alongside a sterling reputation and excellent industry links.

Programme overview Award Our new and innovative MFA Acting builds MFA on the success of GSA’s current postgraduate programme by extending the high-quality, intensive training currently offered on our one Duration year MA Acting programme. The MFA Acting 2 years (4 semesters) programme is highly selective and intensive: students train for four semesters over two Entry requirements years, taking classes in acting, voice, for 2021 entry movement and professional development, exploring a wide range of theatre traditions Entry by audition. Students must hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject and performance styles in rehearsal projects (minimum 2.2 or equivalent), as well and public productions. as significant engagement with drama, theatre and performance. Alternatively, This unique programme is delivered by expert entrants may have 5 years of relevant teachers with extensive first-hand experience professional experience in the industry. in the professional theatre sector in both the Offers are made subject to a successful UK and the US. audition and interview. In exceptional cases, where ability Our beautiful campus boasts strong transport and experience clearly show that an links to London, meaning our students can applicant is able to complete the course, easily benefit from GSA’s proximity to the heart other qualification profiles may be of UK theatre; London’s West End. This means accepted. Variations will be considered our students not only receive world-class on a case-by-case basis. training, but are also heavily exposed to London theatre, cultural activities and highly English language requirements beneficial industry networks. IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each component (or equivalent). We offer intensive English language gsauk.org pre-sessional courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.

39 40 Guildford School of Acting MA Musical Theatre MA Musical Theatre Musical MA an industryshowcase. work toapanelof industryprofessionals,and of theatreprofessionals, apresentationofyour a publicproductionledby team and contemporarymusicaltheatre texts, work whichincludes:studiesofclassic legit you learnwillbeintegratedthrough project in auditiontechniqueandrepertoire. Theskills masterclasses ledbyindustryprofessionals contextual andtheoreticalstudies,alongside In addition,youwillattendseminarsin rehearsal projectsandpublicperformances. to combinetheseskillsintomusicaltheatre development. We provide youwithopportunities with adedicatedfocusonprofessional (taught withintechnicalskillsclasses)together on thepracticalacquisitionoftechnicalskills On thiscourseweplaceaverystrongemphasis theatre disciplinesofacting,singinganddancing. to equipparticipantsinthe‘triple-threat’musical This intensivecourseisspecificallydesigned Programme overview skills withopportunitiestolaunchyourcareer. musical theatre, thiscoursewillenhanceyour Building onourinternationalreputationin new skillsandrefine existing capabilities. with theself-disciplineandmotivationtomaster ensemble ofperformers-in-training,equipped be partofacarefullyselectedandcommitted on toGSA’s MAMusicalTheatremeansyouwill a purpose-builtenvironment.Successfulentry providing dedicated conservatoire training within the UK’s leadingaccrediteddramaschools, Guildford SchoolofActing(GSA) isoneof and audience. a deepconnectionwithyourstory, character be passionate, creative, andbeabletoform As amusicaltheatreperformer, youmust Why GSA?

MFA MusicalTheatregraduate2020 Asya Toney required foryourstudies here. you tothelevelof English abilityandskill pre-sessional courses, designedtotake We offerintensiveEnglish language in eachcomponent(orequivalent). IELTS Academic:6.5overall,6.0 English languagerequirements considered onacase-by-casebasis. be considered.Variations willbe complete thecourse, mayalso panel oftheirabilitytosuccessfully exceptional talent,andcansatisfythe Applicants whocandemonstrate and interview. subject toasuccessfulaudition atre andperformance. Offersaremade previous engagementwithdrama,the- (minimum 2.2orequivalent),aswell bachelor’s degreeinarelevantsubject Entry byaudition.Students mustholda Entry requirementsfor2021entry 1 Year Duration MA Award “ ways toteachusallindividually. the instructorstriedtofindbest matter whatyourskilllevelwas, I reallylovedthefactthatno “

MFA Theatre Musical

MFA Musical Theatre

Why GSA?

As a musical theatre performer, you must be passionate, creative, and able to form a deep connection with your story, character Award and audience. Guildford School of Acting MFA (GSA) is one of the most well-regarded musical theatre schools in the world, and our Duration new two-year MFA in Musical Theatre will provide you with the very best conservatoire 2 years training within a top UK university environment. Building on our international Entry requirements reputation in Musical Theatre, this two-year for 2021 entry course is unique in Europe in the way it Entry by audition. Students must hold combines training to enhance your skills a bachelor’s degree in a relevant with professional opportunities and chances subject (minimum 2.2 or equivalent), to launch your career. as well as significant engagement with drama, theatre and performance. Alternatively, entrants may have Programme overview 5 years of relevant professional experience in the industry. Offers are On our Musical Theatre MFA course, you made subject to a successful audition will gain a broad range of musical theatre and interview. knowledge and skills while performing In exceptional cases, where ability in a variety of outstanding productions. and experience clearly show that Supported by first-class teaching your an applicant is able to complete the learning will involve a working knowledge course, other qualification profiles of historical, critical and theoretical content, may be accepted. Variations will be and the creation of performances that will considered on a case-by-case basis. be presented to agents and professionals for maximum industry exposure. A high English language requirements percentage of GSA alumni appear in the IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall, 6.0 cast lists of West End shows and national tours. in each component (or equivalent).

We offer intensive English language gsauk.org pre-sessional courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.

41 42 Guildford School of Acting MA Stage & Production Management Management StageMA &Production Programme overview You willhave theopportunitytotake on performance venues andexternal venues. place inbothour dedicated campus range of production projects, taking range ofproductionprojects,taking You’ll thenstartworkingonourwide development planning. disciplines andbeginyourprofessional to thestagemanagementandtechnical workshops, whichwillintroduceyou the yearwithintensiveseminarsand postgraduate students.You’ll begin with fellowGSA undergraduateand course, you’llworkinclosecollaboration On thisintensivepractice-basedmasters entertainment industry. graduate, youwillbeabletosuccessfullylaunchacareerinthetheatreand competence andconfidenceinstageproductionmanagement. After you This coursewillbuildonyourexisting knowledgeand skillstoincreaseyour on toworkinallareasoftheindustry, bothintheUKand acrosstheglobe. training instagemanagementforover40yearsandourgraduateshavegone Guildford SchoolofActing(GSA) hasbeen providinghighlyregardedprofessional Why GSA? MA Stage andProductionManagementgraduate 2020 Rita Tsai “ teams andvenuesinGuildfordLondon. myself withinvariousshowroles,production teamwork, andIamalwayschallenging concerts andliveevents,Ithoroughlyenjoy Experienced inworkingonplays,musicals, as stageandproductionmanagement. making andsourcing,costume, aswell expanded skillsandknowledgeinprop aspects. DuringmytrainingatGSA, Ihave focuses onboththeoreticalandpractical The MasterscourseIwasinvolvedin,

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as aprofessional practitioner. a portfolioreflecting onyouremergence To completetheyear, you willcreate your workataLondon showcaseevent. planning willculminateinpresenting Your professionaldevelopment an industryplacement. also havetheopportunitytocomplete connected professionalstaff. You will of ourexperienced andindustry- productions, allundertheguidance production manageronourpublic stage manager, stagemanageror senior production-criticalrolesasdeputy

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in each component (or equivalent). offer intensive English language We pre-sessional courses, designed you to the level of English to take ability and skill required for your studies here. English language requirements Academic: 6.5 overall, 6.0 IELTS Award MA Duration 1 Year date Start October 2021 Entry requirements for 2021 entry degree (minimum Bachelor’s field,2:2 or equivalent) in a relevant as well as previous engagement with theatre & performance/wider entertainment industry. ofOffers are made in terms interview. grades and a successful Applicants who can demonstrate talent, and can satisfy exceptional the panel of their ability to complete the programme may also be considered. 44 Guildford School of Acting MA Theatre (Part-time online learning) online (Part-time Theatre MA Programme overview Modern Theatre, Global Theatres, and Modern Theatre, GlobalTheatres,and Shakespeare, Naturalism andtheActor, incorporates topics suchastheGreeks, Our exciting rangeofmodules in theatre. political, socialandethicaldevelopments ability toevaluatesignificanthistorical, of theatricalpracticesanddevelop your perspective. You’ll gainanunderstanding of theatrefromacriticalandtheoretical Explore thefascinatingandrichheritage by industry-leadingprofessionalsandpassionateacademics. You’ll haveunlimitedaccess toourvirtuallearningenvironmentandwillbesupported existing commitments.GSA isaccreditedbytheFederationofDramaSchools(FDS). can pursueyourpassionfortheatreanddevelopindustryconnections aroundyour Our courseallowsyoutostudyatyourownpacethroughonlinelearning, soyou for regularattendanceoncampus. School ofActing(GSA) providesagatewaytoanexciting futurewithouttheneed Ideal forthoseinfull-timeemployment,ourMATheatrecoursefromtheGuildford Uncover moreaboutwhoyouare–discovercouldbecome. Why GSA? MA Theatre(part-timeonlinecourse)graduate2020 Hannah Calvert-Reeve “ guide youinprogressingyourfuturecareerpath. are supportive, encouraging,andmotivational interests andexpertise withineachmodule. Thetutors research andinvestigationsindependentlytodiscover possibilities andallowstudentstonavigatetheir The modulesengageyourmindintoaworldof resulting inawideknowledgebase. This coursereallydoesofferafullspectrumofmodules, myself whilstmaintainingmypersonalresponsibilities. meant thatIwasabletocontinuegrowandprogress To havetheflexibility ofthedistancelearningcourse a greatpersonalandacademicjourneyforme. Completing mymaster’s degreeatGSA hasbeen “ in anareaofparticular interesttoyou. project thatwillallow youtospecialise complete anindependent research your professionaldevelopmentand you’ll You willhavetheopportunitytoenhance are providedthroughouronlinelibrary. for thecourse–allyourreadingmaterials There’s noneed tobuyanytextbooks psychology, politicsandculturaltheory. Theatre throughhistory, philosophy, you willexplore theBackground to Music andDanceinTheatre;addition,

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Darragh Cowley BA (Hons) Musical Theatre graduate 2018

I most recently played Melchior Gabor in of things to do outside the classroom. Spring Awakening at the Hope Mill Theatre. In my second year I had a ball singing here there and everywhere with the GSA I was fortunate enough to be in the position Singers. My personal favourite however to choose between a few schools that had was going to Sweden with the European offered me a place. Not only did I realise Musical Theatre Network. A select group that GSA offered world class training, but of students from four schools from over out of the schools I had to choose from Europe would come together twice a year I felt most comfortable there. From the and take part in workshopping a show. minor details such as campus living, to the I worked with them both in Guildford and more important things like the atmosphere in Göthenburg and I couldn’t have asked of the school and its students. My favourite for a more eye opening experience of

Student focus Student thing about training at GSA was the amount how theatre is done over the continent.

Marta Miranda BA (Hons) Actor Musician Graduate 2020

Being an international student can be As a 2020 grad, stepping into a paused nerve-racking and stressful, however at GSA industry is tough, but I am so grateful to I felt completely supported and comfortable GSA for the immense support given to since the audition day. As well as receiving the recent grads and the amazing industry amazing training from highly experienced opportunities the school offers, making our tutors, GSA has a unique family feel entry to the professional world much easier. and non-competitive atmosphere, helping you achieve the best possible outcome I was extremely excited when I got offered from your years at drama school. a place to train at GSA and I am so grateful I took the chance. The school has shaped I believe good communication between staff me as an actress and an individual, given and students is extremely important during me incredible friends, and has provided training in order to create a safe space for me with amazing opportunities I might young actors to explore and develop their not have experienced elsewhere. skills, and at GSA this is taken into account passionately. I have always felt supported by the staff and comfortable to approach them if I ever needed help, resulting in meaningful relationships with the tutors that I will carry into the profession. Guildford School of Acting

46 Jason Nolan BA Theatre Graduate 2020

Having graduated from GSA. over 20 years ago, are delivered via easily accessed, well designed returning to education was a little daunting. documents which guide and support your learning. However, I had nothing to fear as the course is I was thrilled to graduate with first class honours clear, structured and manageable around work and which certainly helped me to gain a place studying family. The Programme leader and all the tutors for a PGDE in Drama at the University of Aberdeen. facilitate the weekend seminars on campus, giving I would highly recommend the BA (Hons) an invaluable chance to receive one to one support conversion course at GSA for anyone considering and exchange ideas with your fellow cohort. a career in education! Once working from home, the module materials

Asya Toney MFA Musical Theatre graduate 2020

Musical theatre performance has been my passion than willing to share any advice they had, or to since before I could walk. I have always felt that the gather information that we were curious about. stage is where I truly belonged. I also knew that The facilities were also great - having our own I wanted to study abroad and Surrey’s Guildford building allowed us to have more space to work School of Acting offered the best programme for in a creative environment. When they turned one my needs. I am passionate about musical theatre of the tutorial rooms into a quiet space, it really because it allows one to create, discover, entertain, showed just how much the faculty cared about and educate all at the same time. It can give our mental wellbeing. a voice to the voiceless and help to connect different communities of people. I am most proud of making a positive name for myself at GSA as well as receiving agency interest What I enjoyed the most were the integrated at the end of my studies. But perhaps my greatest classes where we were able to combine the skills achievements came when I was moved up in my that we were being trained in. I felt that this was ballet set and made significant improvement in the best application of our training as it’s what tap. Both areas of dance were my weakest when would be expected of us in the industry. I also I arrived, but I now feel fully confident in them. really loved the fact that no matter what your skill This is largely due to the amount of support level was, the instructors tried to find the best ways my classmates and instructors gave me. I was to teach us all individually. We were not being mass never made to feel bad about my abilities or produced to look, sound, and move the same, mistakes and was praised for even the smallest of each of our unique traits were used to enhance improvements. This helped me gain the confidence our performance aesthetic. The staff were amazing. I needed to push myself even further and it Each of my instructors were actively working reminded me that I was not in competition with in industry and could therefore offer real-life my peers, but rather with myself. I have gained experience. They are all extremely knowledgeable valuable knowledge and honed my skills so much gsauk.org on many aspects of the industry and were more so that I am now fully confident in my abilities.

47 48 Guildford School of Acting Traditional and practice-based research “ research practice-based Traditional and PhD Theatre supportive andmotivatingenvironment. culture butalsosuchafriendly, not onlyarichanddiverseresearch It hasbeengreattofindinSurrey Yaron Shyldkrot the theatreindustry. scholarship, performer trainingand from acloserelationshipbetween university conservatoire, webenefit at theUniversityofSurrey. As a GSA andtheSchoolofPsychology and Blackout, acollaborationbetween collaboration withtheLabanarium, Towards aRadical Equality, anongoing Performance Philosophy&Animals: Our currentresearchprojectsinclude • • • • • • • philosophy andincludesworkin: from Shakespeare toperformance and contemporaryculture. Itranges addresses performanceinhistory traditional andpractice-basedforms, Our research,whichencompasses mental healthanddisabilityarts. performance andcognitivescience musical theatre actor training performance andthenonhuman contemporary dance theatre history “ complete theirPhDstudies. research environmentinwhichto a thought-provokingandsupportive is toofferpostgraduateresearchers development opportunities.Theaim academic skillsandinformalresearch well asbespoke trainingsessionson we hostregularresearcheventsas At schoolandFacultylevel, of thediscipline. and extend theboundaries to challengereceivedwisdom enquiry, andencouragesresearchers fosters aspiritofindependent research inawiderangeofareas, PhD programmessupportinnovative for Performance Philosophy, GSA’s Shakespeare Centreandthe to tworesearchcentres:theSurrey Guildford SchoolofActingishome gsauk.org 49 50 Guildford School of Acting Short Courses at GSA Pre-audition courses gsauk.org 51

You will have the opportunity to perform You your material and get valuable feedback. mock auditions, intensive will experience You and receive clear technical workshops information on how to prepare for auditions. this course. must be aged 17+ to do You The Acting course focuses on audition technique placing emphasis on acting technique, placing emphasis on acting technique, The Acting course focuses on audition technique voice and movement. The Musical Theatre course focuses on audition technique combined with the integrated The Musical Theatre course focuses on audition skills of acting, singing and dance. Find out more about entry requirements, fees and course dates website: gsauk.org on the GSA Is it for me? Please note that this course is an ideal preparation for all drama school auditions Please note that this course is an ideal preparation and not solely for GSA. • If you are determined to pursue a career in the performing arts industry and want an insight into how drama school auditions work, then this is the course for you. Guidance will be given on your audition material, how to present yourself and any areas you may need to develop further in order to give you the best possible chance of success. These pre-audition intensive weekend courses offer you invaluable experience and advice. experience courses offer you invaluable These pre-audition intensive weekend There are two pathways: • Are you hoping to gain entry into a drama school? Are you hoping to gain entry into a Pre-audition courses 52 Guildford School of Acting Short Courses at GSA are abletoreapplyeachyear. The courserunsfromSeptember to Julyandstudents for theperformingarts. experience andahighlevelofcommitment andpassion for theyoungstudentofexceptional talentwhohassome Entry isbyauditiononly. Placesarelimitedanddesigned a tasteofconservatoirelife. package ofskillsneededtopursuefurthertrainingandoffer and Acting,bothsplitbyagegroupability, providingthe This intensiveprogrammehastwopathways,MusicalTheatre consider highereducationoracareerintheperformingarts. pre-vocational trainingforstudentswhowouldlike to by ourprofessionalGSA Conservatoiretutors,provides This specialistandfocusedprogramme, taught either MusicalTheatre(age11+)orActing14+). for youngstudentswhoshowtalentandpotential The GSA JuniorConservatoireoffersassociatetraining • Jazz • • Ballet • Acting • Our SaturdaySchoolclassesinclude: and ISTD tapandballet. There areopportunitiestotake exams inLAMDA acting,LCM Singingexaminations Sessions take placebetween9.30 and5.30everySaturdayduringthethreeten-weekterms. tutorials bothonlineandatourpurpose-builtstudiofacilities. conservatoire training.We offerarangeofperformingartsclassesaswellone-to-one We aimtodevelopconfident,happystudentsthroughourhighqualityanddisciplined GSA SaturdaySchoolprovidesprofessionaltrainingtostudentsfromtheageof517. Junior Conservatoire Junior Saturday School Group singing Introduction toMusicalTheatre(5-7yearsonly)

• • • • • Tap Adult classesinacting,singinganddancing Private singing&actingtutorials Street dance Musical theatrestyles

gsauk.org 53 Summer Conservatoire GSA has been successfully running summer schools has been successfully GSA for over 20 years and has built an international reputation for delivering world-class training. Theatre Our Acting, Musical Theatre and Technical Summer Conservatoire programmes are designed for students that are interested in a career in the arts and provide an insight into conservatoire life. conservatoire tutors Our courses are taught by GSA and cover acting, singing, dance and movement. offer accommodation to students joining us from We the UK or abroad aged 17+. 54 Guildford School of Acting Stage Combat Advanced UnarmedSyllabus Course. Theatrical Training Basic, Intermediateand GSA students,deliverstheActorsCombat This 5daystagecombatcourse, forfull time Combat Stage • • • to refreshorrefinetheirskills. are lookingtogainmorequalificationsorsimply have nostagecombatexperience orforthosewho These coursesareforstudentsintrainingwho Is itforme? or higher Advanced: forthosewhoholdIntermediate the subjectandwhatyouarelookingfor) depending onhowyouwishtoapproach of eithertheBasicorIntermediatecourse qualification orhigher(youhaveachoice Intermediate: forthosewhoholdaBasic combat ordonotholdanystagequalifications Basic: forthosewhohavenotdoneanystage Voice in Business gsauk.org 55

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