A WEEKLY IN PERSON SCREEN ACTING CLASS
A fresh approach to actor training and practice. Exploring the craft of screen acting, we will be working with a host of techniques through current film & TV scripts. Working in monthly blocks, you will work on a new scene each month. Our mission is creating a safe space to explore your work with industry professionals. This class is an on camera scene study with a focus on finding your centre and getting out of your own way. There is no hierarchy, no acting gurus, artists are instead encouraged to feed into the sessions and support one another. This is an acting practice, and acting community, and acting opportunity. Now taking applications.
The actors circle
Once we have received your application, you will be invited to a 1 x two hour class each week on a Monday evening. Class times are between: 17:00 - 19:00 & 19:30 - 21:30.
Where?
Hull City Centre
Fees:
The cost for a two hour session is £20.50. A fee of £82 is payable in advance every four weeks. A 10% Discount is available for a full term booking.
Teens for screens
A WEEKLY IN PERSON SCREEN ACTING CLASS
Ages: 12 - 16
A weekly class for teenagers looking to break into TV & film. Led by industry professionals we will explore screen acting through confidence building exercises and games, scene study, character work, introduction to actor techniques and mindset. An opportunity to gain industry intel and prepare for self taping, auditioning and handling that pressure in a fun, safe and interactive space. Finish each TERM with your professionally filmed take.
ACTING FOR TV & FILM
WITH FILM & TV DIRECTOR ANDREW GUNN 18+
Andrew Gunn is an accomplished, versatile and highly visual director and optioned screenwriter whose diverse work encompasses premium drama, comedy, TV movies, features films and award-winning short films.Having previously directed some of the most high-profile dramas of recent years, Andrew is currently in pre-production with two independent films, including THE FEARS, produced by Finite Films and KINDRED, produced by BH Movies. Cast to be announced soon.Andrew has had the pleasure of working with some of the UK’s most acclaimed actors including John Simm in the Emmy-winning and BAFTA nominated LIFE ON MARS, Matt Smith, Karen Gillan and Sophie Okonedo in DOCTOR WHO, Imelda Staunton in TV movie CLAY, David Morrissey, Harry Treadaway and Felicity Jones in CAPE WRATH, Mia McKenna-Bruce in GET EVEN, not to mention Olivia Colman, Andy Serkis, Ian Hart, BAFTA Best Supporting Actress Christine Tremarco and regular collaborator Ian Puleston-Davies.Andrew’s passion for compelling performance and potent visual storytelling is apparent from his exceptionally crafted episodes for Netflix, BBC, CH4 and ITV and his work on hit shows such as SURVIVORS, PRIMEVAL and the BAFTA-winning sitcom GREEN WING starring Stephen Mangan and Tamsin Greig, for which he created the signature visual style.Prizes for his short films include two Royal Television Society Awards, and a Certificate of Merit at the Chicago International Film Festival.WHEN? SATURDAY 01/08/26
10:00 - 17:00
VERY LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. ANDREW WILL BE CASTING ACTORS SPECIFICALLY THEREFORE BOOKING CLOSES TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WORKSHOP ON SATURDAY 18/07/26.CASTING DIRECTOR WORKSHOPS
DANE MILLWARD CASTING ASSOCIATE
SATURDAY 18 JULY 2026 // 12:00 - 15:00
JANE ANDERSON CDG
Jane has been casting for 10+ years and has cast for BAFTA nominated and award winning productions. Her casting ranges from gritty drama through to comedy and live and works between Manchester and London. Her notable credits are:
Films: The Whistleblower, Hard Boiled Sweets, Down Dog, BAFTA winning Convenience, Monochrome. Small Screen: Spying on Hitler’s Army: The Secret Recordings, All At Sea, Hank Zipzer. Casting Associate: Sherlock, Mo, Tess of The D’Urbervilles, The Diary of Anne Frank, Green Wing, Mark of Cain, Housewife 49.She has been a jury member for the International Emmy Awards and Manchester Film Festival.
Jane will be providing a workshop on mock auditions. Limited spaces are available.
NICCI TOPPING CDA / CSA
Nicci is an award winning casting director with over 15 years experience. She casts TV, film and commercial and is located in Yorkshire. She is known for:
Amputee, Abducted, He Who Dares, The Teleportation of Lila Cheney, Peacemaker, Snaps, The Rise of The Krays, The Black Prince, Northern Soul, Slapper and Me, Relationships, Made in Finland...“Working in Yorkshire is special to me as it’s my home, it’s where I chose to live and I love the people! I think people underestimate the amazing talent pool that we have here.” Nicci Topping
Nicci will be providing a workshop around in depth CV doctoring and audition nerves. Limited spaces available.
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