Program Recognition
•Member of the Federation of Drama Schools
•TEF Gold (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023-2027)
•Conservatoire actor training established in 1970 with over 50 years of heritage
Training
•Three-year vocational training for stage, screen, radio, motion capture, and animation
•Training from industry-active directors, voice coaches, and movement specialists
•Annual Showcase at a West End theatre in London and the school's Manchester theatre
•At least one public production per term in the final year
Notable Alumni
Professional Development
•Strong partnerships with BBC, ITV, and the Royal Exchange Theatre
•Access to HOME, The Lowry, Contact Theatre, and Factory International
•Guest workshops from directors, agents, producers, and casting directors
•Students compete for the Carleton Hobbs Bursary Award (won and runner-up in recent years)
•Spotlight Prize and Buffini Chao Elevate Scholarship opportunities
•Sam Wanamaker Festival and RSC weekend participation
•Graduates eligible for Equity membership
