IELTS READING
THE OXFORD SCHOOL OF DRAMA
One-Year Acting Course
Q1 This is an intensive course which is designed for those who have completed their academic studies and have some theatre or film experience already. In order to be accepted, you should be a high achiever, knowledgeable about the industry and determined to succeed.
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Term One: Technical classes in acting, voice, movement, applied movement and characterisation, music, singing, film, radio and professional development. The term finishes with an internal production given for tutors and students.
Term Two: All technical classes continue from term one. Q2 There is an internal performance of a one-act play, the recording of an audio showreel at a professional studio and the Showcase Drama in front of an invited audience including casting directors and agents.
Q3 Family members may attend a performance during the second term. NOT GIVEN.
Term Three: Technical classes continue with additional focus on audition technique, workshops and masterclasses. This term includes a public performance of a play outdoors in the grounds of Blenheim Palace, and Q4 the chance to act a short film recorded on location by a professional crew.
How to Apply
Entry to The Oxford School of Drama is by audition only and there are no academic requirements for any of our courses.
Once we have received your application form and audition fee, we will email you with a date for your audition and further details about what to expect when you are here.
Q5 For your initial audition, you will need to prepare two contrasting speeches from plays, lasting no longer than two minutes. There will also be some group work for which you will need to wear loose, comfortable clothing.
Q7 If you are applying from overseas, you will be able to submit your first audition by means of DVD, YouTube or link to a secure website. You will be invited to submit this once we have received your application form and audition fee. If you are successful in your first audition, you will be invited to attend future auditions here at the school. The school will provide a free bus from central Oxford for those attending auditions.
Q6 The Oxford School of Drama will send candidates details of local accommodation. NOT GIVEN.