Follow in the footsteps of international actor’s who have launched their acting careers with our world-renowned Masterclass. Apply your new found skills in your next audition and let your journey on the big screen commence.
In Screen Acting
Central London
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Four Week Course
Intensive four weeks of practical training, giving you the experience, contacts and tools you need to succeed as a screen actor.
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Award-Winning Tutors
Work closely with award-winning Directors, Casting Directors and A-Lister acting coaches to progress your skillset.
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Tools For Success
Stand-out to Casting Directors and Producers with a cinematic showreel, written bespoke and led by award-winning Directors.
Unlock Your Acting Potential For Film & TV
Over four weeks of immersive advanced training at Pinewood Studios, you will have the unique opportunity to work closely with industry experts, including Film & TV Directors, Acting Coaches, and Casting Directors, who will help elevate your craft and business skills.
In a creative and inspiring environment you will gain a strong foundation that will propel you towards success both on screen and in the audition room. Upon completion students will graduate with the Actors Studio Masterclass Diploma.
Suitable for anyone 17 yrs+ who is committed in improving and developing their Screen Acting Skills.
Meet Your Tutors
Sue Dunderdale
Ifan Meredith
James Larkin
Ben Cogan
Matt René
Jane Ashmore
Leon Lopez
Sue Dunderdale
Sue Dunderdale is a Film & Television Director, who’s career includes being the Head of Directing at RADA, Artistic Director of the Soho Theatre Company and Artistic Director of Pentabus. Bringing her experience of working with actors such as Helena Bonham-Carter and Sean Bean, Sue will focus on enhancing your presence on camera and cover the technical skills required of a professional screen actor.
Without hesitation, Sue will expose weaknesses in your performance. As an experienced coach working with actors of all levels, Sue is known for fostering emerging talent and award-winning actors to achieve realistic and cinematic performances.
through whichever path they take.
Ifan Meredith
Ifan Meredith is a British actor and producer with a breadth of experience both on stage and screen, having led on some of the UK’s biggest Films and TV shows in addition to shows by the Royal Shakespeare Company, including The Tempest and Romeo and Juliet.
Ifan will show actors a unique insight into preparing for a role and how to analyse a script in depth for TV & Film. Students will discover the art of using their voice effectively and how to keep your performance fresh with every take, an important aspect of single camera production used in Film and High End TV like Netflix.
James Larkin
Director James Larkin will give both emerging talent and established actors an insight into what works on screen, both small and big. Having worked with Dame Judi Dench, Mark Rylance, Emma Thompson, Sam Mendes and Sir Michael Gambon, James is giving you a unique opportunity to develop your craft and shoot two fresh cinematic scenes for your showreel as part of this Masterclass.
Ben Cogan
“It’s me and the actor versus the director”
After working as a Casting Director for the BBC for more than 10 years, Ben Cogan is now giving you the opportunity to work with him on an intimate level during our Masterclass. The role of the casting director places them into the heart of a dramatic creation, through working with writers and producers, they’re equipped to join forces with directors and introduce actors new characters.
‘My workshops consist of a in depth discussion about the casting process in relation to the actor, how to prepare & perform in an audition and some honest advice about how to design your CVs, approaching casting directors and help guide you through all areas of the casting process. I also will assign you scenes on the day to work with another – and work with you … giving direction, praise and constructive criticism. I’m then happy to answer any questions you may have.
Matt René
Matt René is a London-based, multi-award winning and BAFTA nominated British/Mauritian director and producer. Matt’s impressive 20-year film career has seen him transition from iconic entertainment and fact ent formats (BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and MTV) to global scripted, serialised drama.
His current show is the Apple TV+, top tier family drama, Lovely Little Farm. Matt’s directing CV is grounded in a thorough understanding of technical processes, maximising actors performance, and magnifying creativity.
Jane Ashmore
Jane Ashmore is an award-winning TV and Film Director, known for her slick style on shows such as EastEnders, Coronation Street, and Emmerdale. Jane has worked with some of the UK’s biggest soap stars and specialises in multi-cam direction working at a fast pace to meet the fast turn around demands of British TV. Jane will showcase the demands of actors on UK TV and teach students the skills required to work on set at a professional level.
Leon Lopez
Leon Lopez is a British actor, television and film director. Leon’s most recently been directing shows including Death in Paradise, Emmerdale and Coronation Street. Leon’s previous work includes the feature film Soft Lad shown on Netflix UK as well as Almost Saw The Sunshine, available on Amazon Prime. Leon’s extensive experience as a screen actor and Director, working with some of the UK’s biggest names he will bring a unique and fresh style to your showreel scenes.
Training held in Central London
The first three weeks of training are held at Regents University, Regents Park, Central London.
Getting to Regents Park
Nearby tube stations include: Baker Street, Regents Park, Euston and Edgware Road. Paid parking is also available on site. Please contact Regents University directly for parking prices and on-site accommodation options.
Filming held at Pinewood Studios
The final week of your course is held at the heart of the British Film Industry and home to some of the world’s most influential film makers. Feel inspired and build your confidence as you film two bespoke showreel scenes with industry professionals.
Getting to Pinewood
Free parking is available on site. A free shuttle bus service runs to Pinewood from nearby stations, including Uxbridge Tube Station, Slough and Gerrards Cross.
Student Credits
Get Seen on Screen
Week 1
Get on Screen - Technical
To kickstart your Masterclass, Sue will introduce you to the career of being a screen actor while providing you with a practical experience, covering shot sizes, eye lines, and personal continuity. Throughout the week you will film and review scenes, supported by Director’s comments, giving you maximum on-screen time to build your confidence working on set.
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Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 1
- Technical Skills required to perform successfully in front of camera.
- Shot sizes and how this affects an actor’s performance.
- Script Analysis/Scene Study.
- Getting comfortable in front of camera.
Day 2
- Adjusting your performance for the shot.
- Filming a single camera scene.
- Thinking spaces in reference to the lens.
Day 3
- Using a series of exercises actors will learn how to bring life and energy to a script
- Learn how to make the environment real when onset.
- Using life experiences to create characters and performances.
- Thinking spaces in reference to the lens.
- Hitting Marks
- Personal Continuity
Day 4
- How to connect to images and emotions when in front of the camera.
- Using memory recall. Actors will learn how to use their own life experiences to make believable screen performances.
- Auditioning for TV Commercials.
Day 5
- Film on set with a professional crew.
- Understand the key Crew roles on set and how it impacts an actor.
- Recap skills learned and evaluate progress.
Week 2
Improvisation, Voice, Movement
Having built confidence on camera and understanding the format of a working set, Week Two will arm you with the skills required to achieve a convincing performance and deliver it fresh with every take. Tackling a range of scripts, under the guidance of experts, you will develop your own method to analysing text, supported by vocal and physical exercises to aid relaxation on a film set and release required emotions.
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Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 1
How to Find your Character in Life – Research and Development outside the Script with Ifan Meredith
- Using real-life as inspiration—Learn how to find your character in the world around you and the importance of having a secret story that drives you in every role. How would your character react?
Day 2
How to See & Listen: A Fresh Performance on Every Take with Ifan Meredith
- Exercises will be covered to keep actors SEEING afresh, both characters and surroundings. Techniques will be applied on how to use the lens, how close one can look, and how to tap into that rich interior thinking space so near the lens.
- You will learn to check the nerves and keep a sense of the scene, with attention to breathing.
Day 3
Film Scenes using new techniques led by Ifan Meredith
- Each couple in turn will have the opportunity to rehearse publicly and be directed by Ifan.
- These scenes will be filmed and summarised with playback and discussion from the class with Ifan.
Day 4
Script Analysis with Ifan Meredith
- Breaking down a script is a very personal process. Learn Ifan’s unique approach to tackling a large volume of material at once and building a fuller narrative from individual sides.
Day 5
Physicality and Voice with Ifan Meredith using the Script
- Vocal technique: structured to aid relaxation on a film set and release required emotions.
- The importance of physical relaxation will be highlighted. Exercises are given to build muscular strength and develop increased emotional freedom.
- Link vocal technique to acting exercises and the text of the script.
Week 3
Advanced Technique & The Business on Screen
In your Third Week, you will discover the increased pace of acting in TV/Sitcom led by highly established British Television directors. Working in a multi-cam environment, your technical screen skills will be pushed as you learn the importance of hitting marks and working the active lens.
To stand out in this competitive industry, you will be armed with the confidence and know-how of the audition process, including self-taping, working with casting directors and building a profile.
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Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 1
TV Director – On Set Training – Matt René/James Larkin
- You will be given the opportunity to put all you have learnt so far into practice and spend two days working with an experienced TV Director, working on prepared scenes, filming and being directed in a professional environment. You will discover the differences between single and multi-cam.
Day 2
Multi-Cam – Matt René/James Larkin
- Multi-cam performance with an experienced multi-cam director in contrast to yesterdays’ lesson. This will give actors an invigorating experience in working on a TV set, and how to work out of sequence. Actors will be pushed to their limits in handling multiple storylines and being able to deliver on-call.
Day 3
Casting Director Masterclass with Ben Cogan
- Led by top Casting Directors, this day will enable you to uncover what they expect from you, and indeed, what you can expect from them. This session will include a Q&A.
Day 4
Self-Taping – What You Need and How To Succeed
- Led by Ben Cogan, you will unlock the secrets of self-taping and discover mistakes you’re making that are stopping you from making it to the audition room. Following detailed advice, you will film your own self-tape putting new skills into practice.
Day 5
Working as an Actor in a Competitive Industry – Spotlight UK
- How to improve your audition and sight reading techniques and how to slate with a difference. You will learn audition how to make your audition stand out for all the right reasons.
- Using your network and tools to find and secure work.
Week 4
Showreel Filming
at Pinewood Studios
The final week of your course is focused on filming two professional scenes for your acting showreel. You will be given the chance to work alongside an Award-Winning Director and Cinematographer to experience filming on a professional set. Scenes, which are written bespoke for you, are shot on RED and then be professionally edited, colour-graded and sound designed for use on acting platforms.
Spotlight connects performers with roles in theatre, television and film productions around the world. Casting professionals choose Spotlight to cast their projects because performers on Spotlight are recognised as the industry’s best.
To be eligible to apply for Spotlight Membership, you have to successfully earn 400 Points from Actors Studio Training.
Each course is worth a certain amount of points. Once you have achieved a total of at least 400 points, you will be eligible to apply for Spotlight Members.
Spotlight Eligibility
Each course is worth a certain amount of points. Courses can be repeated to earn points. See below how many points you can earn from this course.
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This is a brilliant course - so much content taught by amazing experienced tutors who are still working in the world of TV and Film.
To do a course in Pinewood is lovely and the week filming the bespoke showreels was a brilliant finale. Highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to work in TV and film.
To do a course in Pinewood is lovely and the week filming the bespoke showreels was a brilliant finale. Highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to work in TV and film.
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A galvanizing month of thorough Screen training ranging from acting techniques to technical terms. Having over 20 years of experience in the business I wanted an intense course to brush up my screen skills post-pandemic and that is exactly what I got.
Plus it is run by a very lovely bunch of creatives who tailor make the experience to nurture the best out of individuals.
Plus it is run by a very lovely bunch of creatives who tailor make the experience to nurture the best out of individuals.
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The Masterclass in Screen Acting at Pinewood was an absolute honour to study. The course itself is brilliantly structured over four weeks. It's designed to open your eyes to the technical and emotional aspects of acting for screen, that up to this point, I have was not aware of at all.
The crew are absolutely fantastic and really make the course what it is - from talented and inspiring teachers, directors, scriptwriters, 1st ADs, camera crew, lighting and sound technicians - they're all inspiring in their own way.
Honestly, I wish I could do it again and I hope Pinewood will do a follow-up course so I have a reason to come back, learn and walk the hallways of their campus again!
The crew are absolutely fantastic and really make the course what it is - from talented and inspiring teachers, directors, scriptwriters, 1st ADs, camera crew, lighting and sound technicians - they're all inspiring in their own way.
Honestly, I wish I could do it again and I hope Pinewood will do a follow-up course so I have a reason to come back, learn and walk the hallways of their campus again!
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Truly the best screen acting training experience. The masterclass in screen acting has taught me wonders about the industry from technicalities to the artistry to how to build yourself in the business.
This course had really challenged me every day, feeling tired as I got home and learning scripts everyday. The bar was set to high standards which really pushed me to come out as a much better actor.
This course had really challenged me every day, feeling tired as I got home and learning scripts everyday. The bar was set to high standards which really pushed me to come out as a much better actor.
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The 4-week Masterclass at Actors Studio was a life changing experience! The Actors Studio team is wonderful and an honor to work with. This is a high quality training with great course content, inspiring teachers, a fantastic crew and amazing people in a creative environment.
The course itself is challenging but very informative, encouraging and fun! I can highly recommend the Masterclass and I will definitely come back to do another course soon - Thank you!
The course itself is challenging but very informative, encouraging and fun! I can highly recommend the Masterclass and I will definitely come back to do another course soon - Thank you!
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Almost every single day on the course, could be split into its own individual workshop. Working with different professionals in the field on so many different elements of the industry, the scope covered in 20 days is exhaustive - in a good way.
This is certainly no walk in the park, you will be pushed in mentally and emotionally novel ways, ways not provoked before. You will surprise yourself!
Covering the course in detail would require an essay. To put it shortly, if you have the time, money and curiosity, then go for it.
This is certainly no walk in the park, you will be pushed in mentally and emotionally novel ways, ways not provoked before. You will surprise yourself!
Covering the course in detail would require an essay. To put it shortly, if you have the time, money and curiosity, then go for it.
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Before You Book
Course Information
You will attend the Masterclass from Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm at Regent’s University, Regents Park, Central London. The final week of your course is dedicated to filming your showreel held at Pinewood Studios, with a call time of 8am and wrap time of 6pm. We highly recommend making yourself available after class should lesson’s be extended, or filming take longer than scheduled.
The Masterclass is aimed at those ( 17 years +) that have some acting training or established performers looking to refresh their craft.
Getting to Pinewood Studios
Pinewood Studios is connected via a free shuttle bus service to Uxbridge Tube Station, Gerrards Cross, Slough and West Ruislip all with good links into Central London and surrounding areas.
The free shuttle bus operates morning and afternoon before and after class. Transport to filming locations will be arranged during your time on the course.
There is free parking available at Pinewood – you do not require a permit to park.
Payment Plans
Secure your place with a £800 deposit today.
To make this course more accessible we offer a payment plan option to break down the cost into smaller individual amounts.
A deposit of £700 + £100 payment plan fee will secure your place at booking. The remaining balance of £2,250 is due 30 days before the start of the course.
Accommodation
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Accommodation is not included in this course, however we happily advise on the best nearby locations rented by previous students via websites such as AirBnb.
We recommend seeking accommodation near to transport links listed below so you can make use of the free shuttle bus if you’re not driving.
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Pay in Full:
Pay the full amount on booking.
You will pay a total of £2,850.00
Pay a Deposit:
The payment plan incurs an additional fee of £100 to be paid at the time of booking. You will pay a deposit of £700 + £100 fee. Your balance of £2,100.00 30 will be due in full 30 days before the start of your course.
You will pay a total of £2,950.00
Select a course date and add to cart to proceed with payment. The Masterclass has limited availability and spaces are offered on a first come first served basis.
Please read our Terms and Conditions before making a booking.
£2,850.00 – £2,950.00
Additional Information
Course Location
Weeks 1 to 3:
Regent’s University London, Inner Cir, London NW1 4NS
Week 4:
Pinewood Studios, Pinewood Road, Iver Heath, SL0 0NH
Payment Options
We accept all major debit and credit cards from international Banks. Take advantage of PayPal’s Pay In 3, where you can split the cost of your deposit into three interest-free payments.
