ACTORS ACADEMY
Advanced Training
Part-time afterschool workshops for the serious young actors, aged 12 to 16
Driven by our background as agents and an awarding body, this course aligns student training with professional industry standards. Classes take place at Cromer Studios, our purpose-built facility used daily for real castings and rehearsals.
In this active professional environment, students move beyond stage projection to learn screen mechanics, from hitting marks to subtle nuance, during intensive two-hour weekly sessions.
Audition: Saturday 25th April 2026 | 10.30am - 12.30pm | £30
Term Starts: Friday 8th May 2026 | 6pm - 8pm | £425 (10 weeks)
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We are a sub-division of acting agency Middleweek Newton Talent Management
We’ve guided actors from beginners to BAFTA nominees and Olivier winners. Over 90% of modern opportunities are on screen. For the students interested in performance, screen technique is an essential part of any young actor's toolkit.
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Our Vision
We created this course for young people passionate about film who want to dive deeper than a standard drama class.
Our vision is to become a trusted talent hub, a place where the industry knows they can find skilled, camera-ready actors. We aim to set the standard high enough to confidently invite Casting Directors and Producers to scout the room.
While we can’t offer guarantees, we treat every student like a young professional. We believe that channelling their enthusiasm into technical skill is where the true fun and the real progress begins.
What We Teach
To meet these industry standards, our training helps students translate their performance skills for the camera. We don't discard theatrical training; instead, we teach students how to adapt it, complementing their stage craft with the specific technical discipline required for the screen.
Stage and screen are opposing disciplines. Where stage craft relies on projecting energy outward to bridge the physical distance to an audience, screen acting demands a total internalisation of the work, requiring the actor to exist within the moment rather than present it. We teach students that to be effective on camera, they must perform "as if no one is watching." By creating this sense of absolute privacy, the performance becomes voyeuristic, allowing the audience to lean in and believe the reality of the scene.
It is a common myth that screen acting requires "small" or "subtle" acting. On the contrary, screen performances can be explosive - screaming, crying, ranting - provided they remain true to the moment. The skill lies not in shrinking the emotion, but in controlling the physical parameters. Our students learn that the lens is their stage. They are taught to instinctively gauge the frame size, adjusting their physical delivery to suit the technical requirements of the shot without ever diluting the emotional intensity.
For the first time, we are now opening our doors to a younger cohort, welcoming ambitious performers between the ages of 12 and 16.
Novice actors focus on speaking; professionals focus on listening. We reverse the standard dynamic by teaching students to hear dialogue as if for the first time, every time. (Parents are often pleased to note that this particular skill tends to improve at home, too!). We move students away from pre-determined acting choices, teaching them that a truthful performance is born entirely from how they react to the person opposite them. The only difference between life and acting is that they happen to know the words.
How to get involved
Launching in 2026: Our First Ever After-School Training for 12 to 16-year-olds.
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To be considered:
All applicants are required to attend an acting workshop prior to enrollment.
Participate in a structured audition designed to put you/your child at ease and bring out your/their best.
Have fun working on camera with industry professionals and master a technique entirely distinct from the stage.
Following the workshop, successful candidates will be invited to join our ongoing weekly training programme.
This is not a drama club. It is professional screen actor training for young performers.
Held in London, our after-school club programme is designed exclusively for students who are serious about the craft and dedicated to mastering the screen.
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Attend Workshop:
Date: Saturday 25th April 2026
Time: 10.30am - 12.30pm
Venue: Cromer Studios, Holy Cross Church Basement, Cromer Street, King’s Cross, London, WC2E 8JU
Price: 2 hour workshop, £30 per person
Limited spaces available
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If successful, the term dates:
Week 1: Friday 8th May, 2026. (6pm-8pm)
Week 2: Friday 15th May, 2026. (6pm-8pm)
Week 3: Friday 22nd May, 2026. (6pm-8pm)
Week 4: Friday 29th May, 2026. (6pm-8pm)
Week 5: Friday 5th June, 2026. (6pm-8pm)
Week 6: Friday 12th June, 2026. (6pm-8pm)
Week 7: Friday 19th June, 2026. (6pm-8pm)
Week 8: Friday 26th June, 2026. (6pm-8pm)
Week 9: Friday 3rd July, 2026. (6pm-8pm)
Week 10: Friday 10th July, 2026. (6pm-8pm)
Term Price: £425.00
Maximum of 20 per class
For Students (12+)
Students often know they want to act, but:
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They don’t understand auditions or casting
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They don’t know how acting agencies work
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They don’t know what professional actor training involves
Navigating the Industry
For Parents & Teachers
The acting industry can feel confusing and hard to navigate:
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How does a young actor actually begin?
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When is an acting agency appropriate?
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What training is genuine and industry-led?
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How do you avoid wasted time or unnecessary costs?
Who This Is For?
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Students aged 12+ with a serious interest in acting
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Families exploring drama schools or acting academies in London
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Parents seeking clarity before approaching an acting agency
Participation in this programme is for training purposes only and does not constitute an offer of agency representation.
However, We can provide the essential industry knowledge, tools, and guidance needed to help young performers navigate the profession, should they choose to pursue a career.
OFQUAL
Curriculum Developed by MN Awards: An Ofqual-Recognised Body.
The training programme delivered by MN Academy is structured by it's sister company, MN Awards. This partnership ensures that:
The Content is Progressive: The syllabus is crafted by an Ofqual-recognised awarding body, bringing academic rigour to the workshops. The curriculum is entirely specialised, prioritising the technical nuance of screen acting over traditional stage craft.
The Framework is Proven: While this programme focuses on professional development rather than grading, it is built on the same framework used in MN Awards' regulated exams.
The Logic is Professional: Every session is taught by an industry professional, ensuring consistent, high-quality training, supplemented by visiting experts who deliver specialist masterclasses throughout the term.
BOOK YOUR SPOT
Secure your place in our upcoming Audition Workshop below. To ensure a high-quality experience with dedicated attention for every participant, spaces are strictly limited.
If you would like to chat to member of the team in person:
Call on +44 (0)207 052 4587
Email us at info@mnacademy.co.uk