Supported by the BBC
Following the huge success of Talent Boost 2008, the Actors Centre is delighted to announce Talent Boost 2009, supported by the BBC, in four major UK cities; Cardiff, Leeds, Glasgow and Belfast.
In response to feedback and discussion with leading Casting Directors, the Actors Centre is looking to harness, develop and mentor new and culturally-diverse acting talent from minority communities, specifically South Asian, East Asian, Eastern European, Middle Eastern, Black British and Mixed Race.
Talent Boost 2009 aims to expand casting options, providing creative opportunities for participants from communities across the UK that are currently underrepresented in the broadcasting industry. This year’s project is particularly interested in promoting diverse talent from Northern Ireland, Wales and the South West, Scotland, the Midlands and the North of England.
You do not have to be an experienced actor to take part, but you must demonstrate talent, flair and ambition. We welcome applications from anyone over the age of 16. We are especially interested in training people who wish to enter the profession later in their lives. And remember, it’s never too late!
If you meet this criterion, we want to meet you!
Download an Application and Information Pack here.
Talent Boost 2009 will provide participants with
- Intense Professional Training in Screen and TV Technique
- Free Provisional Membership of the Actors Centre, London.
- Weekend Training Intensives at the Actors Centre, London.
- Filming of Short Scenes for Showreels for Showcase Screening.
For more detailed information please download an application and information pack.
Images from Talent Boost 2008; 7 Dials.
Auditions for Talent Boost have taken place in the four cities, but we are still accepting DVD audition applications. DVD auditions must be posted along with your application form, CV and headshot by Friday 21st of August 2009.
For more information on our DVD auditions criteria please download the Talent Boost application form.
If you require more information on Talent Boost 2009 please contact Caroline Byrne at members@actorscentre.co.uk or call 020 7632 8003.
For information on BBC Talent Alert for disabled performers please click here.
