Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts

With two-week adult intensive courses, to one-week high-energy courses for children and young people, there really is something for everyone.

Adult performers can study Acting or Musical Theatre and as the dates do not clash, you could do both options. The two-week programmes for those aged 17+ provide intensive training, focus on techniques employed by the professional actor and used in full-time drama training. Courses are structured with skills based training in the mornings, followed by afternoon rehearsals with course directors working towards informal, end of course presentations. During the different skills based sessions, students work with a selection of invited professionals and practitioners in their specialist areas. Both of these courses also include a theatre trip.

If you are planning to audition for a full-time performance course then check out the Audition Technique programme, with Musical Theatre or Acting options. Working with experienced practitioners who know exactly what is required to make your mark, this course will increase your chances of success and guide you in the selection and preparation of suitable modern and classical texts and songs. Each option is geared towards its own specific discipline, culminating in a mock audition, with feedback and guidance.

Mountview has introduced an exciting Lighting Design and Technology course. In a busy but fun-packed week you will gain an understanding of the lighting design process from model box to plan drafting together with the basic practical skills required to rig, power, patch, focus and use the latest lighting kit including moving lights, LED equipment and state of the art consoles. Working with professional lighting designers, your week will end with a spectacular sound to light show.

There is always a big demand for the one-week courses for young people aged 8 Р 16 years in either Acting or Musical Theatre. Benefit by learning new skills, developing confidence and one to one and group interpersonal skills. This fun-filled week culminates in a performance for friends and family.

Summer at Mountview is an experience you will never forget – and a wonderful opportunity to experience life at one of the busiest and friendliest leading UK drama schools.

More info: www.mountview.org.uk or telephone 020 8881 2201.