THE PROFESSIONAL
PROGRAMME
Production-led training for actors
ready to work seriously.
This programme is for actors who want more than weekly classes.
A Professional Development Pathway
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Foundation
Actors enter the programme through focused, intensive training that establishes screen fundamentals, discipline, and working process.
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Practice
As actors progress, they gain access to filmed scenes, screen projects, and studio-based work aligned with professional standards.
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Industry Alignment
Actors demonstrating readiness may be considered for further opportunities, including production involvement and agency consideration, where appropriate.
Next Entry Points
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January 2026
Stage 1 - starts Monday 12th, runs for 6 weeks from 6pm to 8pm (in studio)
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March 2026
Stage 1 - starts Thursday 5th, runs for 6 weeks from 6pm to 8pm (in studio)
Stage 1 is the starting point of a high-commitment, professional programme with limited places.
The investment for Stage 1 is £299.
Progression Within the Programme
The SPS Professional Programme runs across 6 stages.
Questions before enrolling? Email us at southsideperformancestudio@gmail.com
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This stage builds the core skills required for professional screen acting.
Develops truthful, grounded performance through practical on-camera work
Removes unhelpful habits and over-intellectualising
Introduces the acting principles used throughout the programme
Aligns actors with current industry expectations
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This stage prepares actors to work truthfully and consistently on camera.
Actors work exclusively on monologues written for screen
Lines are learned quickly and applied under time pressure
Rehearsal happens on set, not in theory
Performances are filmed repeatedly and adjusted under direction
Actors begin working with original screen material in a production-style environment
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This stage expands the demands of on-camera work through scenes.
Actors work on multi-character scenes
Focus on relationship, timing, and shared responsibility
Sustaining truthful behaviour across longer material
Filming under production-style conditions
Maintaining performance across multiple takes and adjustments
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This stage develops vocal control and performance for professional recording environments.
Voice acting technique grounded in truthful performance
Clarity and control without physical support
Working with scripts across different vocal demands
Recording under studio-style conditions
Understanding how voice performance translates to professional audio formats
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Where training is tested through real production.
Actors audition for roles in an original short film
Rehearsal and filming operate to professional expectations
Performance is assessed under pressure and time constraints
Set etiquette and how to behave on set
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This stage focuses on preparing actors to enter the professional industry with clarity and discipline.
Professional headshots aligned with current casting standards
Agency etiquette and professional communication
Understanding how actors are assessed beyond the classroom
Practical preparation for transitioning into professional work
“I am currently doing the professional acting programme and I’m loving every minute!” - Bryan D.
"I'll recommend SPS without hesitation." - Amor
"so supportive, encouraging, and always willing to go the extra mile" - Anne B.
“I am currently doing the professional acting programme and I’m loving every minute!” - Bryan D. "I'll recommend SPS without hesitation." - Amor "so supportive, encouraging, and always willing to go the extra mile" - Anne B.
"Very helpful, skilled and knowledgeable establishment I would highly recommend Southside Performance Studios to anyone looking start or improve their acting skills and credentials.." - Ciaran M.
"Great studio, great teacher, no complaints whatsoever. Would highly recommend to anyone." - Abbas A.
"This academy of acting is fantastic! Gives a lot of opportunities, it's very professional!" - Marek D.
"Very helpful, skilled and knowledgeable establishment I would highly recommend Southside Performance Studios to anyone looking start or improve their acting skills and credentials.." - Ciaran M. "Great studio, great teacher, no complaints whatsoever. Would highly recommend to anyone." - Abbas A. "This academy of acting is fantastic! Gives a lot of opportunities, it's very professional!" - Marek D.
“Lessons are very well run, professional and fun at the same time. Can’t wait to continue with the rest of the course..” - Mario D.
"I cannot recommend him highly enough and look forward to working with him again." - Bryan M.
"Absolutely lovely people to learn with and will be coming back for more!" - Donald F.
“Lessons are very well run, professional and fun at the same time. Can’t wait to continue with the rest of the course..” - Mario D. "I cannot recommend him highly enough and look forward to working with him again." - Bryan M. "Absolutely lovely people to learn with and will be coming back for more!" - Donald F.