Arcola Academy ‘Elevate’ is back! 

Arcola Academy will welcome a new cohort of Hackney based creatives aged 18 – 25 to develop, expand and explore theatre and performance as a professional pathway. 

This project invites emerging actors to spend a week at Arcola Theatre, collaborating with peers and industry professionals to develop, rehearse and perform a showcase designed to ‘elevate’ their unique abilities as a performer. 

This project includes the opportunity to:

• Perform at Arcola Theatre

• Work with industry led professionals to create a high quality showcase

• Attend workshops lead by industry professionals on tax for actors, casting and building CV’s 

• Get a free ticket to see Jane Eyre at Arcola Theatre 

• Get a free ticket to see 54.60 Africa at Arcola Theatre 

• Have a free headshot taken by Charlie Flint 

• Professionally shot monologue showreel footage 

• Claim £60 reimbursement towards food and travel expenses 

• Expand your network and collaborate with like minded individuals

To apply for this project, you must be able to commit to the following dates and times in full. 

• Monday 11th August 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM 

• Tuesday 12th August 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM  

• Wednesday 13th August 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM 

• Thursday 14th August 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM 

• Friday 15th August 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM 

Sign up here

Deadline for applications is Thursday 19th June. Successful applicants will be notified on Friday 27th June.