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The Drama School Handbook: Getting In, Getting on and Getting Out There
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781848426900
Publisher: Nick Hern Books
Published: Aug 26 2025
Pages: 216
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.47 Width: 5.67 Depth: 8.11
Language: English
Take the first steps toward your career as a professional actor
Is your ambition to be an actor in films, TV shows and plays? Do you want to train at a drama school to start making that ambition a reality? Are you looking for honest, expert advice to boost your chances of success and beat the competition?
If your answer to these questions is YES, then this essential guide to drama schools is for you!
Written by an acting teacher with decades of experience in top UK drama schools, this book breaks down everything you need to know about the whole journey, including:
- Getting In: How to research which schools to apply to, select and prepare your audition speeches, and impress the audition panel on the day.
- Getting On: How to make the most of your time as a student, including settling in, working successfully with your teachers and classmates, and preparing to enter the professional industry.
- Getting Out There: How to find work, stay motivated, and create your own opportunities with industry professionals.
Whether you're thinking of applying to drama school, or you're already there and looking ahead to what comes next, this book will equip you with the inside information you need to let your commitment and talent shine.
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