Auditions Advice & Guidance
Performers College takes great pride in the value our applicants gain from their auditions. It is an opportunity for us to get to know you and learn about your aspirations. Entry to the college is by audition only. Auditions are held regularly throughout the year.
A guide to your Performers audition
After we receive your application either via UCAS or direct application our admissions team will send you confirmation of your audition date. In this email, you will find guidelines on how to prepare for your audition and what the audition day entails.
If you are unable to come to the Performers College campus we can offer you an online audition. If you would like to do this please request further details from the admissions team.
It is possible to book onto an audition before applying, by completing our Audition Booking Form
Upcoming Audition Dates
- Birmingham: Saturday 14 December, Saturday 11 January, Saturday 8 February, Saturday 22 February.
- Brighton: Saturday 14 December, Saturday 25 January, Saturday 22 February.
- Essex: Saturday 7 December, Saturday 11 January, Saturday 18 January, Saturday 25 January.
- Manchester: Saturday 14 December, Saturday 25 January, Saturday 15 February.
- Northern Ballet School: Saturday 25 January, Saturday 15 February.
No Audition or Placement Fees
At Performers College, we believe in making professional training accessible. That’s why we do not charge an audition fee or require a deposit to secure your place after receiving an offer. Your journey into the performing arts industry starts with your potential and passion — not extra costs.
Audition Anxiety Advice
Even the most experienced performers get audition nerves – it is totally normal. But you don’t have to let audition anxiety stop you from bringing your ‘A’ game.
We have auditioned thousands of students, which means we have seen it all. So here are our top tips for audition success. You’ve got this.
Do:
- Check you’ve had an email confirming your audition booking, along with our audition guidelines. If you haven’t please get in touch
- Read the audition guidelines thoroughly. We have created them for a reason, to ensure you are as well prepared and as informed as possible
- Be prepared. This is your time to shine, so make sure you are fully prepped to enable you to perform with confidence
- Relax. Although you might be feeling the pressure, remember that we want you to succeed as much as you do
- Treat your audition like a performance. You may have an audition panel instead of an audience, but give it the same energy and passion that you would if you had a paying audience in front of you
- Ensure that you have the correct clothing and shoes for each part of your audition, this will help you perform to the best of your ability
Don’t:
- Forget to read the audition guidelines
- Cancel your audition at the last minute
- Leave your preparation until just before your audition date, or decide you are going to ‘wing it’
- Choose a song or monologue that is not age-appropriate. You are more likely to be comfortable and successful doing something that is believable and in your casting range
- Do your acting and singing audition in full dance wear, your normal clothes are far more appropriate
Our course audition guides will help you prepare for your in-person audition at your chosen Performers College. It is important that you read each section to give yourself the best chance of obtaining an offer for your chosen course.
Please note that we require you to have already made a booking for an audition or portfolio review before submitting any supporting material as requested within the guidelines below.
Performers College Applicant Guidelines
BA (Hons) Acting for Stage, Screen and Digital Media (PDF) (Birmingham and Essex)
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance (PDF) (Birmingham and Essex)
BA (Hons) Performing Arts – Acting for the 21st Century pathway (PDF) (Brighton and Manchester)
BA (Hons) Performing Arts – Contemporary Musical Theatre (PDF) (Brighton and Manchester)
Trinity College Diploma in Musical Theatre and Dance (PDF) (Essex)
Trinity College Diploma in Professional Dance (PDF) (Northern Ballet School, Manchester)
Our course audition guides will help you prepare for your online audition at your chosen Performers College.
It is important that you follow the guidelines detailed within these packs to give yourself the best chance at a successful audition outcome.
Performers College Applicant Guidelines
BA (Hons) Acting for Stage, Screen and Digital Media (PDF) (Essex/Birmingham)
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance (PDF) (Essex/Birmingham)
BA (Hons) Performing Arts – Acting for 21st Century (PDF) (Brighton and Manchester).
BA (Hons) Performing Arts – Contemporary Musical Theatre (PDF) (Brighton and Manchester)
Trinity College Diploma in Musical Theatre and Dance (PDF) (Essex/Birmingham)
Trinity College Diploma in Professional Dance (PDF) (Northern Ballet School, Manchester)
Ready to start your training with us?
Our enquiries team is always available to answer your questions. Just call 01273 840 346 or email [email protected].
