

BA Acting and Contemporary Theatre
About this course
Pioneering course methodology which develops performance skills alongside experimentation in physical theatre, creative writing, composition and camera-work. This course is now closed for applications for October 2026 entry. Applications for October 2027 entry will open in September. East 15's BA Acting and Contemporary Theatre develops your performance abilities and creativity, preparing you to graduate as a versatile actor and join an alumni network of leading international practitioners. “The creation of a course that focuses on the actor as a creative force is quite simply revolutionary. …both ahead of its time and rooted in the most important theatrical developments of recent years …” — Alexander Zeldin, Associate Director of the National Theatre. Dedicated to training multi-talented actors, this course is renowned for its pioneering methodology and award-winning original productions. It is a hub of innovation, which combines the development of your talents with experimentation in European physical theatre, creative writing, expressionism and music. You will explore roles such as actor/writer, actor/musician, and actor/choreographer.
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