Leeds Grand Theatre offers free masterclasses to aspiring actors

Leeds Actors in Training (LAIT) and Leeds Grand Theatre are offering free online masterclasses to aspiring actors during March 2021.

In a series of five evening sessions across three weeks, LAIT Intensive is run by professional artists and overseen by LAIT and Leeds Grand Youth Theatre Director, Lizi Patch.

The sessions will cover everything from physical and vocal health and flexibility, to clowning and presenting yourself at an audition. Guest artists include Dawn Holgate (Course Leader Foundation Dance Degree, Leeds City College), Sam Kenyon (writer, composer, teacher), James Lewis-Knight (Clown Space) and Dermot Daly (actor, writer, filmmaker).

Lizi Patch said: “It has been widely publicised that our sector has suffered exponentially because of the pandemic; it is no exaggeration to suggest that 1000s of artists across the country have been affected professionally, and personally. What was an already competitive industry, will be increasingly more so as the arts tentatively make small steps to getting back on their feet. By delivering LAIT Intensive and creating a vibrant online space in which to learn, we aim to give participants the tools to unlock their potential, develop skills and engage with likeminded people, as well as highly regarded industry professionals. Passion and a good publicity photo will only get you so far in this industry; in my experience, to truly succeed, an actor must be skilled and committed, with a strong grip on reality!

“Previous experience is absolutely not essential, what matters is that participants are hungry to learn. We will provide a supportive and professional environment.” 

To book onto the course, please click here.