How to Choose Your Drama School 2024

Features

How drama training is evolving to meet theatre industry demands
Leaders at some of the UK’s top institutions tell John Byrne how they are adapting their courses to keep up with the demands of an ever-changing industry

Is accreditation fit for purpose?
How can you tell if a drama course is up to the grade? Giverny Masso talks to some of the industry’s key players to help you navigate the process and make the right training choices for you

Want a career in technical theatre? Here are tips on the route forwards
Lighting designer and programmer Rob Halliday offers advice on what the training options are if you are looking to pursue a career in technical theatre

Further content 

Green Room: What were your criteria when choosing a drama school?
Q&As: with actor and artist Heather Agyepong, and teacher and somatic coach Pid’or Tampa
Long Read: How can drama schools help solve theatre’s skills crisis?
Josette Bushell-Mingo: What should I look for when choosing a drama school?

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 2023