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About Technical Theatre

Why Study Acting for Stage & Screen at NKC Tonbridge College? 

OurActing for Stage & Screen courses are designed to help you develop the confidence, creativity and practical skills needed for a career in the performing arts. 

You'll train in professional acting spaces and the MAC Theatre, working alongside experienced directors in an environment that mirrors the industry. Throughout your studies, you'll develop stage and screen acting techniques, voice and movement, character development, script analysis, rehearsal skills and audition techniques while building valuable communication, teamwork and performance skills. 

As part of the course, you'll take part in live theatre productions and camera-led screen projects, experiencing every stage of the production process from rehearsals and technical runs through to public performances and filming. Working across both theatre and film helps you become a confident, versatile performer while gaining real industry-style experience. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

 

  • What will I learn on an Acting for Stage & Screen course?

    You'll develop practical performance skills for both stage and screen, including voice and movement, character development, script analysis, rehearsal techniques, audition skills and performance confidence. 

  • Will I perform in live productions?

    Yes. You'll perform in a range of live theatre productions in the MAC Theatre, giving you valuable experience of rehearsing and performing in front of an audience. 

     

  • Will I gain screen acting experience?

    Yes. You'll take part in camera-led projects where you'll learn how to rehearse for screen, work with scripts, use filming equipment and perform confidently in front of the camera. 

     

  • What facilities will I use?

    You'll train in professional acting spaces and perform in the MAC Theatre, giving you experience in industry-standard performance environments. 

     

  • What levels of Acting for Stage & Screen can I study?

    NKC Tonbridge College offers Level 2 and Level 3 Acting for Stage & Screen courses. The Level 2 course is designed to help you build confidence, develop your performance skills and gain an introduction to both stage and screen acting. After successfully completing Level 2, you can progress onto Level 3 to further develop your acting techniques, industry knowledge and performance experience 

     

  • Where could Acting for Stage & Screen take me?
     

    After completing your course, you could progress to: 

    • Level 3 Acting for Stage & Screen (after Level 2)  
    • Drama school  
    • University  
    • Theatre Performer  
    • Film or Television Actor  
    • Voice Actor  
    • Performing Arts Practitioner  
    • Careers within the creative industries