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The Studio

THE ONLINE MONTHLY PERFORMANCE HUB FOR YOUNG ACTORS

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The Studio at a glance

  • Flexible, on-demand content.
  • Monthly online training hub (ages 9 to 19)
  • No deadlines or compulsory uploads
  • Monthly subscription - cancel anytime

You can join at any time. The first Studio month begins in April.

Join The Studio

What is the studio?

PRACTISE WITH PURPOSE. BUILD CONFIDENCE. STAY CONNECTED.


Consistency is one of the most important parts of an actor’s development — but regular training isn’t always accessible, and practising alone can feel unfocused or isolating.


The Studio is an on-demand monthly performance hub designed to support young actors as they develop monologues, build audition skills, and practise independently with clarity and confidence. It offers structure without pressure, professional insight without overwhelm, and a supportive space to stay connected to acting all year round.


The Studio is suitable for young actors aged 9–19, and is organised into age groups so members connect with others at a similar stage in their training.

How The Studio Works

Each month in The Studio has a clear focus — such as monologue work, audition skills, performance confidence, or character development — helping young actors feel confident about what to work on and why.


The Studio is fully on-demand, with no live sessions and no fixed timetable. Members can engage at their own pace, fitting practice around school, exams, and other commitments.


There are:

- no compulsory uploads

- no deadlines

- no pressure to “keep up”


Members can dip in lightly or use the Studio more intensively when they need extra support.

Who The Studio Is For


The Studio is ideal for young actors who:

  • want regular structure and motivation
  • are developing monologues or audition pieces
  • are preparing for National Youth Monologues
  • enjoy practising independently but value guidance
  • are looking for a supportive, non-competitive environment


No previous experience is required, and there is no expectation to perform at a particular level.


Why The Studio?


The reasons for young actors to join:

  • ✔ Fully on-demand and flexible
  • ✔ Designed to fit around school and life
  • ✔ Clear monthly direction
  • ✔ Supportive, encouraging community
  • ✔ Accessible monthly pricing
  • ✔ Closely aligned with National Youth Monologues


The Studio isn’t about pressure or perfection.
It’s about building a sustainable relationship with your acting — one month at a time.

- A place to practise regularly.

- A place to stay connected.

- A place to grow with confidence.

What's Included...

Monthly Focus & Performance Material

Monthly Focus & Performance Material

Monthly Focus & Performance Material

Each month includes a curated selection of age-appropriate monologues and scenes designed to support the current focus. 


These are optional resources that members can use to guide their practice or spark new ideas.

Practical Challenges each month

Monthly Focus & Performance Material

Monthly Focus & Performance Material

Optional, low-pressure challenges encourage regular practice and exploration. 


These are designed to support development without assessment, deadlines, or comparison.

Resource Library

Monthly Focus & Performance Material

Monthly Actor InterviewS

An expanding library of resources covers voice, movement, character work, self-taping, independent practice, and actor mindset. 


New resources are added regularly.

Monthly Actor InterviewS

Literary & Professional performance focus

Monthly Actor InterviewS

Each month features a relaxed interview with a working actor or drama school student, sharing honest experiences of monologues, auditions, nerves, rejection, and training. 


These conversations offer reassurance, perspective, and real-world insight.

Literary & Professional performance focus

Literary & Professional performance focus

Literary & Professional performance focus

Each month there is a focus on literary material - acting/theatre books and plays, and professional performance work.


This helps to expand knowledge, as well as providing extension possibilities and recommendations for those who want to take their development and understanding further.

PROFESSIONAL INSIGHT & MODEL PERFORMANCES

Literary & Professional performance focus

Literary & Professional performance focus

Members can access short, pre-recorded guidance videos alongside example performances with commentary explaining what works and why. 


Together, these offer clear, practical insight into monologue work, auditions and self-tapes, performance choices, and confidence.

Recognition & Progress

Monthly Prize (in partnership with Methuen drama)

Monthly Prize (in partnership with Methuen drama)

The Studio celebrates commitment, consistency, and generosity. Members can earn digital badges and occasional recognition for participation, reflection, and engagement — not for being “the best”. 


Progress in The Studio is about building habits, confidence, and independence at your own pace.

Monthly Prize (in partnership with Methuen drama)

Monthly Prize (in partnership with Methuen drama)

Monthly Prize (in partnership with Methuen drama)

Each month, Studio members may be selected to receive a book from Methuen Drama, recognising thoughtful engagement, commitment to practice, or creative exploration. 


Prizes are awarded to support learning and curiosity, and are not based solely on performance level. 

The Greenroom

Monthly Prize (in partnership with Methuen drama)

The Greenroom

A supportive online space where members can reflect, share experiences, and connect with other young actors in their age group. 


The Greenroom encourages encouragement, discussion, and a sense of belonging.

Choose Your Studio Option

£9.99 per month

A flexible, supportive way to practise regularly and stay connected to acting.


Studio includes:

  • Full access to The Studio performance hub
  • Monthly focus and optional performance material
  • Professional insight videos and model performances
  • Monthly actor interviews
  • Practical challenges and full resource library
  • Access to the Greenroom community
  • Peer reflection and support


Studio is ideal for young actors who want structure, motivation, and a clear sense of direction — without pressure.


Membership is via a flexible monthly subscription you can start or cancel anytime.


You’ll be taken to a secure checkout to start or manage your membership.


The First Studio starts in April - secure your spot now.

Join the Studio

£17.99 per month

For actors who would like professional eyes on their work.


Studio Pro includes everything in Studio, plus:

  • The option to upload one performance per month
  • One set of professional written feedback, focused on practical, constructive development
  • Clear notes designed to support monologue work, auditions, and National Youth Monologues preparation


Studio Pro is entirely optional and suits actors who want additional professional insight at particular points in their training.


Membership is via a flexible monthly subscription you can upgrade,  downgrade or cancel anytime.
There is no long-term commitment — simply choose the level of support that feels right for you right now.


You’ll be taken to a secure checkout to start or manage your membership.


The First Studio starts in April - secure your spot now.

Join Studio Pro

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