YAFTA CAN HELP YOU TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Our students have auditioned for and secured roles in major film and TV productions, including:
Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Happy Valley, In The Club, Hollyoaks, Holby City, Casualty, Game of Thrones, Homeland, The Current War, Funny Cow, Love Lies and Records, Armchair Detectives, Outlander, Cold Feet, Strike Series, Sky’s COBRA II, Last Tango in Halifax, and many other productions for BBC, ITV, CBBC, Nickelodeon, and more.
Our evening classes are available for those who want to learn to act for screen or build confidence and meet new people.
MEET YOUR TUTOR
Charlotte Barnard
Charlotte Barnard is a passionate drama facilitator, actor, and arts administrator based in the Greater Leeds area. She specializes in using theatre for education and community engagement. Charlotte graduated from East 15 Acting School with a degree in Acting and Community Theatre and has a foundation degree in Acting from Rose Bruford College. Charlotte is dedicated to making theatre an accessible and engaging experience for all. She is open to new opportunities in facilitation and arts education.
Syllabus
Our structured syllabus is designed by experts from leading drama schools such as LAMDA, RADA, and CSSD, as well as film & TV agents and occupational psychologists specialising in industry assessment. This holistic programme develops all the skills needed to succeed as a professional screen actor, with transferable skills that benefit students in school, personal life, and future careers.
Assessment Process
We believe in continuous assessment rather than relying solely on exams. Students are evaluated across four key areas:
- In-Class Performance
- On-Set Performance
- Audition Performance
- Audition Technique
Assessments occur twice a year, in January and July. A full syllabus and assessment details are provided once a student’s ability level is determined by their tutor.
Course Content
Students will develop competence in:
- Screen Techniques
- Emotional Expression
- Textual Awareness
- Character Development
- Improvisation
- On-Set Skills
- Audition Techniques
- Industry Skills
LOCATION
The Media Centre, 21 Savile Mount, Leeds, LS7 3HZ
Wednesday
6:30pm - 8.00pm
Cost
£250 per 12-week term (charged in advance). If joining mid-term, fees are prorated. Payment is taken termly via GoCardless.
