In addition to a full-time course in Intensive Professional Actor Training, the school provides a programme of evening part-time courses for adults that encourages individuals to grow in confidence and develop better acting techniques.

This year we will be providing a reduced number of part-time courses to allow for social distancing – as such, places will be strictly limited. In addition, there are a variety of courses available solely online. 

For a longer commitment, you can learn about our year long part-time courses, in the GSA Suite here. 

All classes will take place in person unless government regulations make it necessary to move online. You can keep informed of GSA’s response to the Covid-19 restrictions here. 

One Year Part-Time

Applications now open for One Year Part-Time Course

Are you searching for a challenge in your actor training? The Gaiety School of Acting’s One Year Part-Time course is the most challenging part-time training opportunity available, and is the ideal course for anyone wishing to balance their training with a job or alternate college course. Entry to the course is by audition only, and we are now accepting applications up until July 1st. As there are three levels of the programme – Performance Year, Advanced Performance Year and Performance Theatre Company – we are sure to have a course that fits your skill level.

Each level of the course takes place from October to June, two evenings a week from 7-9pm. Students can audition for any level of the course, and can complete one level in isolation, or indeed complete the three years in succession.

The Diploma in Acting (part time) is a two year acting course designed for those who are starting off in acting, coming back to it after a break and / or who cannot commit to a full time training program.

This course provides a solid foundation in the skills of performance, enabling students to move on to further training or into the profession, depending on individual progress.

Our programme provides regular classes in acting techniques, Improvisation, textual analysis, vocal training and movement. which are all taught by experienced working professionals.  There are regular performance projects that enable our students to put their learning into practice. The last term is focused on rehearsals for the graduate production in professional theatre venues in Central London.  We aim to prepare students for working as an actor with regular meetings with actors, directors and other industry professionals who will give practical advice on different aspects of the acting world. Unlike many acting schools, students on the part-time course are taught by the same instructors as the full-time courses and have access to the same facilities.

This course in acting is open to anyone over the age of eighteen.  Although students are not expected to have a high level of experience, they are expected to have a good work ethic and to be dedicated.

Sessions and classes are held at Bute Street, on Tuesday and Thursday between the hours of 7pm – 9pm, and on alternate Saturdays for approximately 5 hours

Take a look at our ‘Diploma in Acting (part time) Course Factsheet’ to find out more about the Diploma in Acting (part time) course offered at LSDA, including detailed curriculum information:
Diploma in Acting Part Time – Factsheet- 2021-23

Take a look at our ‘Diploma in Acting (part time) Course Modules 2021–23’ PDF to see a term-by-term breakdown of all modules on the Diploma in Acting (part time) for the 2021-23 academic years:
Diploma in Acting Part Time – Course Modules by Term 2021-23

Requirements for entry:
– Demonstrate your talent for performance
– Show your commitment to learning
– Describe how you will benefit from the course

The Part Time Diploma course is for talented students with previous experience and or training. A student may be offered a place without either experience and or training, if they have displayed talent/potential during the audition process.

FEES

The total tuition fee for the course is £2,075 per academic year, which is £4,150 for the entire 2-year programme.
This fee is inclusive of the required £500 confirmation payment (due on acceptance of place).  The remainder is to be paid in two instalments of £1,825 before the start of each school year.  A discount rate of £3,990 applies if full tuition fees are paid prior to course commencement.

The Gaiety School of Acting has been training actors since 1986 and continue to offer the highest quality actor training that will prepare you to work as an actor in Ireland and beyond. We are searching for the finest talent who will dedicate two years to our proven conservatory training programme. Your body, imagination, voice and intellect will be tested in an environment that is intensive, yet which prides itself on giving excellent individual support.

At the Gaiety School of Acting you will get the opportunity to work with tutors who are working industry professionals and experts in their field, as you are trained in all aspects of performance. At this school you will be rewarded and challenged, inspired and empowered to make the best possible work you can make. At the end of your time with us, we position you as close to the industry as is possible, while giving you the skills to make and create your own original and dynamic work

The Gaiety School of Acting is rated nationally and internationally. Our alumni can be seen across every stage and every TV and film studio creating new work, both nationally and internationally. Our international reputation is built on our proven conservatory track record and our graduates are lauded across the globe garnering Tony and Oscar nominations and numerous UK and Irish awards.

Full-time students engage in an intensive regime of physical, emotional and intellectual training with grounding in core courses. Our faculty consists of top practitioners who have trained at a myriad of prestigious international institutions. In addition to the core teaching staff, we also invite visiting professionals to host specialist workshops over the course of your two years with us.

Your training at the Gaiety School of Acting will take in a number of core courses in addition to special projects. Many of these modules will culminate in the performance of public showcases and a graduation play.

First year consists of ‘learning the language’ of acting: inner and outer awareness, performance principles and a full-bodied preparation for physical, intellectual and emotional growth. Second year focuses on ‘speaking and practicing the language’: strengthening and tuning the actor’s instrument while maintaining a strong emphasis on performance, and beginning to present the work to directors, casting directors and agents.