How to Choose Your Drama School 2023

Features

Actors’ advice on making the right drama training choices
The industry is made up of thousands of people who have trodden this path of applying before you. Actors Troy Alexander, Emily Barber, Julie Hesmondhalgh and Alan Cox give advice on how to navigate the process and get the best from the experience

Careers Clinic: how to choose the best drama school for you
The Stage’s resident careers adviser tackles readers’ questions about drama schools and choosing the right one for you

What does the future of drama training look like?
Artificial intelligence, motion-capture, virtual reality… drama schools must adapt their courses to keep up with industry changes. School leaders detail how they are doing this alongside getting up to speed on issues such as gender balance and inclusivity  

‘Enjoy every moment’: making the most out of your drama school training
Teachers and graduates share their tips on how to get the best from the experience, not just as a future theatre professional but also as an individual

Further content 

Green Room: How did you choose which drama school to study at?

Q&As: with The Stage Scholarship winner 2015 Alice Lucy and voice coach Emily Lee

Long Read: How drama schools’ new leaders are moving with the times

David Mumeni: There are still barriers to drama school – this is what needs to change

How to Choose Your Drama School over the years

Before choosing where to train, think about what you want from your course and ask drama schools for detailed course outlines if they are not available. If you are offered multiple places, watching showreels, and speaking to alumni can help you discover if the course is for you. Find previous content here, including How to Choose Your Drama School issues from 2022 and 2021