Drama school is not the only route into working in theatre or film. Perhaps you’re interested in drama but unsure of what job you’d like to take up – writing, directing, producing, administrating… In this case, you may want to consider a university degree in a related subject. For more information on university drama courses, contact the Standing Conference of University Drama Departments (SCUDD). Having done a degree, you could consider a post-graduate course that is more vocational.
If you want to be a performer, drama school is still not necessarily the answer for you. Many physical theatre companies, and other independent performers, do not come through the traditional training route. Their background might be in visual art, dance, circus skills, or music.
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When I left school, I really thought I wanted to go to drama school, and I applied for two years on the trot. No joy. It was really depressing. I felt like I was being left behind. The second time round I got into an unaccredited, independent course, but the cost was massive. I was looking at so much debt. I decided to go to university instead, and do Theatre Studies and English. The course was theoretical, but while I was there I did a lot of performance stuff. We went to the Edinburgh festival and I started doing a kind of cabaret act with another English student. Since we left, we’ve carried on doing that, combined with other jobs. I’ve found my degree useful, especially for doing educational work. -Naomi |
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