Part-Time Acting - Vocational
2026/27
Application Deadline: Aug 10 2026 at 5:00PM
2026/27 Course Fees
Audition Fee : £0Course Fee : £3,040
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Course Overview
Access training at a world-leading drama school – part-time.
For over 25 years, Mountview has been internationally recognised for the excellence of its musical theatre training. Our Part-Time Acting Vocational course offers a rigorous, inspiring and accessible pathway into performance training, delivered in a flexible format designed to sit alongside other commitments.
Running over six months on three evenings a week, the course provides the core elements of acting training while allowing students to balance work, study and other personal circumstances. Through practical classes, students develop technique, repertoire, confidence and creative independence, while beginning to define their own artistic identity.
This course is designed for people at many different stages of their performance journey, including those who are:
- Exploring whether full-time training is right for them
- Preparing for progression onto CertHE, BA or MA acting courses
- Returning to training or considering a career change
- Passionate about performing and keen to develop their skills in an encouraging, professional environment
- Looking to strengthen their technique and experience before entering the industry directly
- Curious about drama training and want to try something new
Alumni of Mountview’s part-time programmes have gone on to secure places at leading drama schools including Mountview, RADA, Guildhall, LAMDA, ArtsEd, Italia Conti, Central School of Speech and Drama, Rose Bruford and GSA, as well as progressing directly into professional work within the industry.
The course is taught from October to March on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 7pm – 9:30pm.
While the course is part time in its delivery, its content and intensity place high demands on students and it requires dedication.
Participants will be given a wide range of material in each Unit and will be expected to memorise material in Units 2 and 3. The course is completely practice based but there will be optional reading recommendations for participants interested in further theoretical research.
Course Content
The course is split into three Units.
The first will focus on foundational skills in acting, voice and movement.
The second will include workshops on Shakespeare, improvisation and contemporary scene study.
In between Units 2 and 3, there will be a two-week audition intensive, focused solely on audition prep, including participating in mock auditions with a feedback session.
Unit 3 includes workshops in screen acting, guidance on self-tapes and showreels, and rehearsals.
An informal ensemble sharing on the last night of the course concludes the programme.
Course Dates
2026/27 TERM DATES
Autumn term 5 October – 17 December 2026 (Half Term 16 November – 19 November)
Spring term 11 January – 4 March 2027
Testimonials
“I appreciated that the classes were three evenings a week as I was able to fit this around commitments such as work but also was intensive enough to develop new skills and determine if the prospect of full-time training is appropriate for me.” “I found it to be a very safe place to build the basics. Overall, you feel taken care of and guided through the process. [This] is very important if you are starting your journey or coming back to build confidence again.” “Acting is very new to me, so I found the entire course very useful. This is driven in large part by the high quality of teaching. Everyone who taught us was great!”
Entry Information
Final Application Deadline: 10 August 2026
APPLICATION PROCESS
- Complete the application form. Please select any and all workshop dates you are able to attend. You will only need to attend one workshop.
- Following your application, you will receive confirmation of your audition workshop date.
- Attend your audition workshop date at Mountview.
- Following the audition workshop, you will receive correspondence informing you of your application outcome.
- If you are offered a place, a £250 deposit will be required to confirm your acceptance.
- All correspondence throughout the application process will come from [email protected]. Any questions should also be directed here.
Audition Workshop Dates:
- Monday 10 August 7-9:30PM
- Wednesday 12 August 7-9:30PM
- Thursday 20 August 7-9:30PM
Applicants must be aged 18 years or over at the start of the course.
In accepting an offer, participants confirm that they are prepared to engage with a wide range of material that may challenge their personal ethical, religious, spiritual, or moral beliefs.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. All participants must meet the age requirements specified for the course.
2. The financial terms and conditions related to this course will be clearly communicated in your offer letter, which you are advised to keep for reference.
3. Mountview reserves the right to make changes to course materials, schedule, instructors and venue if necessary. Any significant changes will be communicated to enrolled participants as soon as possible.
4. Participants are expected to attend all sessions. In the case of an unavoidable absence, participants must notify the Course Leader in advance by emailing [email protected].
5. We request that any person who is feeling unwell takes responsibility for their health and shows consideration for the health of others by staying at home.
6. Participants are expected to conduct themselves respectfully and with kindness towards themselves, other participants and all staff. Mountview reserves the right to refuse admission and may request that a participant leaves a workshop or course, if it is deemed that their actions cause disruption, disturbance or threat to other people or damage to the building. In this case, no refunds will be provided.
7. Participants are expected to comply with all health and safety and relevant safeguarding guidelines set by the course provider and course instructors and facilitators.
8. All materials provided during the course are for personal use only and must not be distributed, reproduced or used for commercial purposes.
9. Mountview is not liable for any indirect, incidental or consequential damages to participants arising from course participation.
10. Mountview is not responsible for loss or damage to personal property during the course.
11. The personal data collected during the application process is handled in accordance with GDPR.
12. Mountview welcomes applications from people with disabilities and will endeavor to support all applicants. If you have any access requirements, please disclose them at the point of application.
13. To ensure all applicants can fully engage with course materials, training and discussions, applicants must be able to demonstrate English language proficiency at an appropriate level.
Fees
| Audition Fee | £0 |
| Course Fee | £3,040 |
