Acting

Step into the spotlight with DMU’s dynamic Acting BA — a bold and forward-thinking programme that prepares you for the future of performance. Designed for aspiring professional actors, this course equips you with the skills to thrive across stage, screen, and online platforms, blending traditional techniques with cutting-edge practices.

In our PACE building, a Performing Arts Centre of Excellence, you’ll learn how to captivate audiences in theatres, bring characters to life on screen, and master the art of digital performance. Train with professional actors, playwrights, and performance makers, immersing yourself in unparalleled industry experience through dynamic masterclasses, hands-on workshops, and inspiring guest talks. Hone your craft in the vibrant environment of Leicester’s Curve Theatre, where you'll gain real-world rehearsal experience. Collaborate with renowned organisations like Bamboozle Theatre and Spark Arts for Children, forging connections and learning directly from industry leaders to prepare you for a successful career in the performing arts.

At DMU, you’ll join a vibrant creative community which celebrates diversity and inclusivity, welcoming anyone with a passion for acting and a drive to succeed in the professional industry.

Why choose Acting at DMU?

• Build your career with professional portfolios, employability workshops, showreels, headshots, and eligibility for Spotlight and Equity Graduate membership.

• Access world-class performance facilities, specialist studios, and rehearsal spaces in a Centre for Excellence in Performance Arts.

• Earn a British Academy of Dramatic Combat Standard (Level 1) certificate, the industry benchmark for dramatic combat proficiency, elevating your skill set and enhancing your employability with a prestigious and highly regarded qualification.

Course Modules

First year
Block 1: The Playful body
Block 2: Actor’s Toolkit 1
Block 3: Vocal Points
Block 4: Performance Festival 1

Second year
Block 1: From Grave to Stage
Block 2: Acting in Digital Worlds
Block 3: Actor’s Toolkit 2
Block 4: Performance Festival 2

Third year
Block 1: Going Solo
Block 2: Collective Encounters
Block 3 and 4: Professional Production and Showcase

https://www.dmu.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate-courses/acting-ba/acting-ba-degree.aspx#what-you-will-study