Acting for Stage & Screen — Juniors
Ages 5-8, Monday
A first grounding in acting through TV and theatre scripts, improvisation and character work at St James Church Hall.
Acting in Manchester
Acting & Drama Classes in Manchester
Acting for stage and screen, LAMDA exams and drama classes for ages 5–18 in Heald Green, Gatley and West Didsbury — taught by professional actors and backed by our own talent agency, Kitty & Co.
Try any class for two weeks for £15.
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Acting classes
Our acting & drama classes
Acting for Stage & Screen — Inters
Ages 9-12, Monday
Truthful acting technique, script analysis and screen work at Gatley Hill House — the core class for children on our agency.
Acting for Stage & Screen — Seniors
Ages 11-16, Wednesday
Audition-standard technique for stage and camera at Christ Church West Didsbury, with self-tape and casting preparation.
LAMDA Exam Class
Ages 8-16, Monday
Solo LAMDA Acting exams with a graded, internationally recognised qualification in performance and communication.
Online Acting Classes
Ages 6-18, Friday
Live online acting sessions for Juniors and Inters/Seniors — ideal if you're further out from Heald Green or Didsbury.
Musical Theatre
Ages 4+
Acting, singing and dance combined, with storytelling and performance stamina at the heart of every class.
Why KWA
Why families choose Kitty Watson Academy
Taught by working professionals
Principal Kitty Watson graduated with a first-class honours degree in Acting from Manchester School of Theatre and has appeared in ITV's Ridley and the film TAR. Our team works in television, film and theatre alongside teaching.
A talent agency in-house
Kitty & Co is our own talent management agency, so students who want professional work are put forward for real castings rather than sent elsewhere.
Recognised qualifications
LAMDA exams track progress with a qualification that counts towards UCAS points and stands up at drama school auditions.
Two shows every year
Every student gets two professional show opportunities a year, so classroom work always builds towards a real stage performance.
Questions
Acting class questions
What age do acting classes start?
Acting for Stage & Screen starts at 5 years old with our Juniors group, and Musical Theatre classes start from age 4. Classes run through to 18.
Where are your acting classes in Manchester?
Acting classes are held at Gatley Hill House, St James Church Hall and Christ Church West Didsbury, with live online classes on Friday evenings.
Do you offer LAMDA exams?
Yes. We run a dedicated LAMDA exam class for ages 8-16 and also offer LAMDA through our 1-2-1 Singing lessons. Please speak to Kitty before signing up.
Can my child get an agent?
KWA runs its own talent agency, Kitty & Co. Students are considered for representation and are regularly submitted for television, film and commercial castings.
Can we try an acting class first?
Yes — a two-week trial in any class costs £15, so your child can experience the class properly before committing.
Looking for dance instead? See our dance classes in Manchester or meet our teaching team.