Training screen actors for over 20 years

International School of Screen Acting

Full Time Courses

As the top specialist screen acting school in the UK, we’re here to bring out your main character energy with in-depth, hands-on training that’s all about performing in front of the camera. Our courses dive deep into screen acting techniques, but that’s just the start—you’ll also pick up epic skills like horse riding, archery, screen combat, and screenwriting. This is where you learn to own every scene, with the tools and confidence to take on any role. Ready to step up, stand out, and make the screen your stage? 

Short Courses

We know life moves fast, so ISSA offers a range of short courses to keep you ahead of the game! Whether you’re ready to commit to our 6-month course, dive into a 2-month summer intensive, or jump into a 1-week crash course, we’ve got you covered. Our specialised 1-2 day workshops also give you a chance to level up in specific skills, like improv for screen actors, re-entry classes for mums returning to acting, voiceover essentials, and accent training. Whatever your goals, our short courses are designed to give you that special boost of confidence—quickly and effectively. 

One Year Intensive

Multicam Screen Acting

The one year course is fast, intensive and focuses on equipping the student actor with the means to encompass the practical challenges of the demanding industry.

Two Year Screen Acting

The Two-Year course provides an in-depth training through developing students vocal, physical and emotional range. This course will focus on developing skills specifically for screen whilst being able to dedicate time to absorb and reflect upon the complexities of acting through a holistic approach to creativity

Career Recovery
and Development

Have you been out of the loop?
Has your career as an actor been on hold?
Do you want to get back into the profession? This is the course for you. With professional tuition in a high spec studio, we will give back your confidence and ability to hold your own and deliver your best performance.

Summer Intensive 2025

Summer School

Our collection of Summer School short courses cover a range of screen acting skills incuding acting to camera basics, castings and screen tests, and screen combat.

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1 Week Crash Course

1 Week Crash Course

The Crash Course is a powerful and insightful program designed to explore the fundamental skills required for film and television acting.

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DO it for the plot

Whether refining screen acting techniques, delving into character development, or mastering auditions, these short courses offer a valuable opportunity for individuals looking to enhance their screen acting abilities. Led by experienced industry professionals, these intensive and immersive short courses offer practical hands-on training, allowing participants to develop their talent and gain valuable insights into the world of screen acting. 

Real Results Post Training

We know training with the International School of Screen Acting is worth it for anyone wanting to build a career in the film and television industry, and we're hugely proud of the wide range of projects our alumni go on to after training with the International School of Screen Acting - but don't just take our word for it...

Katie Bridgette Murphy
Daniel was very thorough, dedicated and encouraging in his approach to each class. Being an actor himself with years of experience behind him, he gave us a lot of advice about the realities of the industry as a whole, which is invaluable for a new actor starting out. During his class, he made sure that each student had time to work through their script with him and he was very specific with his directorial style, which really enhanced each of our performances and pushed us to produce the best work we could. Daniel is also a very skilled storyteller and ...
Katie Bridgette Murphy
2014 Graduate
Daniel was very thorough, dedicated and encouraging in his approach to each class. Being an actor himself with years of experience behind him, he gave us a lot of advice about the realities of the industry as a whole, which is invaluable for a new actor starting out. During his class, he made sure that each student had time to work through their script with him and he was very specific with his directorial style, which really enhanced each of our performances and pushed us to produce the best work we could. Daniel is also a very skilled storyteller and filmmaker.
Katie Bridgette Murphy
Katie Bridgette Murphy
2014 Graduate
Afsaneh Dehrouyeh
Training at ISSA feels like you are part of a supportive community. Working in a safe space with the freedom to fail time and time again meant that I really got to explore which tools worked for me personally when preparing and auditioning for roles.
Afsaneh Dehrouyeh
2016 Graduate
Training at ISSA feels like you are part of a supportive community. Working in a safe space with the freedom to fail time and time again meant that I really got to explore which tools worked for me personally when preparing and auditioning for roles.
Afsaneh Dehrouyeh
Afsaneh Dehrouyeh
2016 Graduate
Henrique Fonseca
An amazing school that prepared me both for the industry, what to expect from it; and my craft and how to approach each situation. Every time I'm preparing for an audition or waiting to go on set, there is always something i've learned at ISSA that helps me with the challenge I'm facing.
Henrique Fonseca
2016 Graduate
An amazing school that prepared me both for the industry, what to expect from it; and my craft and how to approach each situation. Every time I'm preparing for an audition or waiting to go on set, there is always something i've learned at ISSA that helps me with the challenge I'm facing.
Henrique Fonseca
Henrique Fonseca
2016 Graduate
Fabrizo Lloris
ISSA is the drama school you need to attend to fully understand what the film industry is all about. The best approach to my craft, in my opinion.
Fabrizo Lloris
2015 Graduate
ISSA is the drama school you need to attend to fully understand what the film industry is all about. The best approach to my craft, in my opinion.
Fabrizo Lloris
Fabrizo Lloris
2015 Graduate

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