BA (Hons) ACTING FOR STAGE AND SCREEN

Conservatoire-style training, in the heart of London

The BA Acting for Stage and Screen at LSBU offers conservatoire-style training in the heart of London, developing the next generation of skilled, creative, ‘industry-ready’ actors, performers, directors and theatre makers.

You will study, learn and train with leading industry professionals in the heart of London’s cultural quarter working in close proximity to, and with, some of the world’s most respected theatres and companies.

As a student of the BA Acting for Stage and Screen, you will undertake an intensive conservatoire style training focusing on specialist stage and screen acting techniques combined with creative composition and theatre-making strategies designed to develop you as a highly flexible performer ready for the demands of this challenging industry. Acting students study weekly text, movement and voice classes throughout their first year.

Your acting skills will be applied to a series of professional-style briefs including scene studies and small and large-scale productions allowing you to showcase your work regularly throughout the course. You will be taught by industry and academic practitioners delivering the best contemporary acting training methods whilst simultaneously developing your ability to make your own original theatre work, creating a portfolio of flexible skills and training fully suited to the professional, creative world of tomorrow.

LSBU Acting for Stage and Screen students are eligible to join Spotlight in the first term of their final year. You will be entitled to two full years of discounted Graduate Spotlight membership. A Spotlight Graduate membership is the stamp of professionalism and puts you in the best position to promote yourself to the industry as you complete your training. The Acting for Stage and Screen course is in association with the Young Vic.

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A snapshot of our fantastic student performances across a range of shows from the past year.

Why study Acting for Stage and Screen at LSBU?

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Ranked 4th in the UK for graduate prospects in Art and Design (The Complete University Guide by Subject, 2025).

94% of students feel that teaching staff made the subject engaging. (National Student Survey 2024)

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LSBU Student Theatre Company: You'll take part in a full season of theatre working exclusively with theatre professionals including directors, performers and theatre companies.

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Creative partnership with a professional company in residence such as Frantic Assembly: Known for their high-octane, physical theatre productions. The company in residence will work with you to deliver intense workshops sharing their expertise with you.

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The Edric Theatre is a dedicated performance and rehearsal space with a 90-seat capacity, plus a 30-seat studio and backstage facilities.

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Take full advantage of the proximity to London's theatres by attending professional workshops, gaining temporary employment and answering casting calls.

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We are also proud to have David Oyelewo OBE (Selma, Les Miserables, A United Kingdom) as our honorary doctor and Associate Artist.

Acting students at LSBU have the opportunity to start working professionally in the industry during the course

Entry Level Requirements

Careers

Employability Service

At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:

• An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
• Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience, as well as regular presentations from employers across a range of sectors.