Theatre Kid Podcast Karl Davies

In this episode, we talk about some of the most important things you should look for when deciding which colleges to apply to.

During this episode I mention some West End performers and the colleges they went to, here's a link to their website:


Kerry Ellis trained at Laine Theatre Arts
Rachel Tucker trained at Royal Academy of Music
Alice Fearn trained at Mountview
Bradley Jaden & Rob Houchen trained at GSA (Guildford School of Acting)
Oliver Tompsett trained at Arts Educational

Other references included:


Bird College
Performers College
Urdang

 

The most important one of all, MyTheatreSchool.com if you'd like some support from us.

Whether you're just starting your journey or you've been performing for years, getting into your dream drama college isn't easy.

It's important to remember, there is no guaranteed way to get in Drama College, but here are 5 tips that may be helpful.

Understanding the agent-client relationship is an important part of the process to help you manage expectations, so you know exactly what yourself getting yourself into.

If you'd like some support on your journey of becoming an industry professional, then you're very welcome to come and work with me at My Theatre School.

For more information, check out our website: https://www.mytheatreschool.com/

Before you meet with an agent, it's a good idea to take a moment to think about what they look for. So here are 3 things that an agent will want from their clients.

Here's the link to access our Free Workshop which will show you the way that most professionals get an agent.

Have the confidence to contact casting directors like a professional.

No one wants to sound like an amateur, especially when you're talking to the person who might be able to give you a job. We know that casting directors are busy people, under a lot of pressure, so what can we do to make their life a little easier? In my opinion, it's getting straight to the point.

Once you've established a relationship with them, then you can be more personable, but until then, don't waste a minute of their time.

Tell them:


Why you’re contacting them
Roughly where you’re based and availability
Offer to self-tape or meet
Your contact details

Important Links & Mentions


Here's a link to the email templates which includes a Formal template, an informal template, and a casual template. I’d use these as a guide to find the right tone for you and your voice. It needs to sound like you’ve written it.
Here's a link to the Free Workshop showing you the most route to getting an agent and becoming a professional.

When does a Casting Director get back to you once you've applied to audition? Let's put you in their shoes so you can see what the challenges are.

Here's the link to the Free Workshop showing you the most common way you could get an agent and become a professional.