Adult Drama Classes in Hertfordshire
Limitless Academy of Performing Arts run regular adult drama classes and acting courses regularly over the year at our Hertfordshire based school. Each class is taught by highly experienced industry professionals who guide students through all aspects of acting for stage and screen. These adult drama courses are open to everyone and no experience is necessary.
Our Acting Masterclasses
“I never act. I simply bring out the real animal that’s in me.” – William Dafoe.
These courses are open to everyone and no experience is necessary.
Level 2 - Adult Acting Course
Price: £485
Duration: 10 weeks. 10x 2.5 hour sessions (25 hours total)
Course duration: 10 weeks (Tuesday evenings)
Start date: 28th January 2025
End date: 8th April 2025
Time: 7:00pm – 9:30pm
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Cost: £485 (payable upon booking your place)
Ages 18+
Course Leader: Peter Heppelthwaite
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Please note: You must have completed the Level 1 course to undertake this Level 2 course, unless you have experience in the industry.
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Designed as a continuation of the Acting Level 1 course, the Level 2 course builds on the skills you’ve already developed while introducing advanced techniques and deeper insights into the craft.
This course provides the opportunity to explore Miesner and Stanislavski techniques, improvisation using Viola Spolin’s methods, voice gathering, and screen acting practices. You'll gain a clearer understanding of your screen persona—who you truly are as an actor—and how you would be cast in the industry.
Emphasis will be placed on crafting character shifts through narrative, text, and detailed preparation. Additionally, the course dives deeper into auditioning, self-taping, and screen casting, ensuring that you’re equipped to seize every opportunity that comes your way.
The program concludes with a professionally filmed scene, ready to add to your showreel.
Course content
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Deliver Authentic Performances: Learn to identify and produce credible screen performances with confidence.
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Advanced Character Interpretation: Explore the physical, emotional, and intellectual subtleties required to bring characters to life quickly and effectively.
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Performance Analysis: Engage in in-depth viewing, discussions, and analyses of various performances.
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Collaborative Scene Work: Work on scripted scenes that emphasize listening, interaction, and emotional connection.
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Casting Practice: Practice with TV and film casting scripts, including playback and constructive feedback.
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Professional Materials: Receive duologues and personalized casting tapes for future use.
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Understanding Genres: Gain a deeper understanding of various film genres, including short films, TV dramas, soaps, and cinema, while identifying your casting potential.
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Explore Playwrights: Dive into works by several popular playwrights to expand your dramatic range.
Screen Acting Course Level 1
Price: £525
Duration: 10 weeks. 10x 2.5 hour sessions (25 hours total)
Course duration: 10 weeks (Thursday evenings)
Start date: 20th March 2025
End date: 22nd May 2025
Time: 7:00pm – 9:30pm
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Cost: £525 (payable upon booking your place)
Ages 18+
Course Leader: Peter Heppelthwaite
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Screen Acting Course - Level 1 is tailored for individuals with basic acting experience. It focuses on building a deeper connection with the camera, teaching you how to use the lens to enhance your performance and showcase your talent effectively.
This course offers a comprehensive understanding of a screen actor’s life, roles, and responsibilities within the industry, emphasizing what is expected when performing on set. You will delve into your internal and emotional core to align with the character you select for your filmed monologue. With instant playback and constructive feedback, the course culminates in a professionally recorded piece, perfect for enhancing your showreel.
Course content
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Understand the Differences: Explore the key distinctions between stage and screen acting.
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Script to Character: Learn techniques to transform a script into a compelling character.
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Monologue Preparation: Prepare, perform, and refine a scripted monologue for the camera.
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Improvisation Techniques: Use dramatic improvisation as a tool for character preparation.
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Technical Insights: Gain a clear understanding of framing, shots, and lens choices.
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Performance Analysis: Watch and analyse performances for constructive learning.
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Building Confidence: Develop techniques to project confidence and ease on camera.
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Master the Equipment: Gain hands-on experience with essential tools, including the gimbal, drone, and steady cam, to enhance your on-screen performance and adaptability in professional settings.
Screen Acting Course Level 2
Price: £595
Duration: 10 weeks. 10x 2.5 hour sessions (25 hours total)
Course duration: 10 weeks (Thursday evenings)
Start date: 12th June 2025
End date: 14th August 2025
Time: 7:00pm – 9:30pm
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Cost: £595 (payable upon booking your place)
Ages 18+
Course Leader: Peter Heppelthwaite
Please note: students need to complete our Level One Screen Acting class before enrolling.
Building on the foundation laid in Screen Acting Level 1, this course consolidates the skills developed in previous masterclasses while introducing new techniques to elevate your craft.
Screen Acting Level 2 delves deeper into the art of screen performance, equipping you with advanced tools and insights to refine your skills. You'll uncover the "tricks of the trade," gain a better understanding of your screen persona, and explore how you would be cast in the industry.
This course emphasizes character development, focusing on crafting subtle character shifts through narrative, text, and preparation. Additionally, it sharpens your self-tape and screen casting skills, ensuring you're fully prepared to seize every opportunity that comes your way.
The program culminates in a professionally filmed scene, ready to be added to your showreel.
Course content
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Deliver Credible Screen Performances: Strengthen your ability to craft authentic and believable performances.
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Character Interpretation: Master the nuances of physical, emotional, and intellectual elements to develop characters quickly and effectively.
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Performance Analysis: Engage in viewing, discussion, and in-depth analysis of performances.
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Collaborative Scene Work: Work on scripted scenes, focusing on listening, interaction, and emotional depth.
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Casting Practice: Hone your skills with TV and film casting scripts, including playback and constructive feedback.
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Duologues & Casting Tapes: Receive professional duologues and casting tapes for future use.
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Film Genre Understanding: Explore film genres such as short films, TV dramas, soaps, and cinema, while identifying your casting possibilities.
Your Tutor
Peter Heppelthwaite
Peter trained at Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art, graduating in 1991.
Upon leaving drama school Peter secured his first TV role in Two Point Four Children but is probably best known for creating and playing the role of “Jed” in the BBC1’s, The Green Green Grass. The very successful spinoff Only Fools and Horses.
Classes Available To All Acting Skill Levels
Here at Limitless Academy of Performing Arts we believe we offer the best drama courses in all of Hertfordshire thanks to the quality of our teaching. All of our highly skilled tutors have vast acting experienced on stage and film and so have the knowledge to teach students the art of acting, whatever their skill level. No matter if complete beginner to acting or have acted for years, we are able to accommodate you and help improve your performance.
Student Focused
Students in our adult drama classes are pushed towards their personal best while being allowed to grow at their own rate. This gives every student the choice of how and where to apply their new found confidence on stage and screen.
Developing Self Confidence
The skills adults learn in our drama classes open endless possibilities and help improve our students overall confidence in all aspects of life. From communicative skills to personal presence and becoming in-tune with their physical ability, students come away from our classes knowing more about themselves.
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