RADA Young Actors: Summer School
Aspiring actors aged 16-18, particularly those thinking about actor training at degree level.
Key Facts
- Type
- Summer School
- Ages
- 16–18
- Capacity
- 14 places
- Language
- English
- Max Class
- 14
- Nearest Station
- Goodge Street
Trust & Accreditations
About This Programme
- Schedule
- Classes in Acting Technique, Text and Scene Study (Shakespeare and contemporary writers), Voice and Movement, and Devising.
Admission Requirements
Selection by application; ages 16-18 at the start of the course; participants must have fluent, confident English. Students aged 16 or 17 need parental/guardian permission. No prior experience required.
Daily Schedule
Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm, working in an ensemble across practical acting, text, voice, movement and devising classes.
Activities
What's Included
- Tuition
- Essential course materials
Sessions & Pricing
Session 1
2 weeks20 Jul 2026 – 31 Jul 2026
10:00:00 – 17:00:00
Session 2
2 weeks3 Aug 2026 – 14 Aug 2026
10:00:00 – 17:00:00
Ready to Register?
Logistics
Loose clothing you can move in freely, a water bottle, and a notebook and pen or pencil. Bring a copy of your passport on the first day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in the fee?
The fee covers tuition for the advertised times and any essential course materials. It does not include meals or accommodation.
Can RADA provide accommodation?
No. RADA is unable to provide accommodation for its Short Courses, and meals are not included.
Does the course offer audition advice for drama school entry?
No. The courses do not offer explicit or direct advice on audition technique for drama school entry.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. A Certificate of Completion is awarded to students with no unexcused absences or lateness who meet the terms and conditions.
About RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art)
The world's most famous drama school — alumni include Anthony Hopkins, Ralph Fiennes, Tom Hiddleston. Summer youth programmes.
Anthony Hopkins, Ralph Fiennes, Tom Hiddleston alumni



