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Short courses for adults Whether you’re new to theatre-making or a seasoned professional, our short courses are open to all.

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BOVTS student awarded Luke Westlake Scholarship 2022
BOVTS student awarded Luke Westlake Scholarship 2022 2nd yr BA Professional Acting student Sol Taibi was awarded the prize
BOVTS Launches Short Courses for Beginners
BOVTS Launches Short Courses for Beginners Sign up for introductory courses in acting, directing & design
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BOVTS student becomes first recipient of David Banks Performers Fund Third year BA Professional Acting student Melina was awarded the prize
BOVTS Launches Short Courses for Beginners Sign up for introductory courses in acting, directing & design
BOVTS student awarded Luke Westlake Scholarship 2022 2nd yr BA Professional Acting student Sol Taibi was awarded the prize

Why Bristol?

Bristol is easy to reach by train from all cities in the UK and by road, being serviced by both the M4 and M5 motorways. It also has an international airport.

The main Bristol Old Vic Theatre School premises at 1-3 Downside Road are accessible to wheelchair users and we have considerable experience of working with and adapting our programmes to students with a wide range of impairments and we welcome applications from disabled students.

Meet Our Staff & Alumni

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Staff & Governance An engaged and experienced staff
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Alumni We are proud of our breathtaking Alumni
Graduate Employment A high level of graduate employment

Meet Our Students

Why Study in Bristol?

Why BOVTS? Why choose us?
Facilities Purpose built facilities for teaching excellence
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Location & Access A UK hub of creativity
I’m constantly delighted by the talent, commitment and drive of our students. Their curiosity and joy in the work gives us all energy and keeps me on my toes! Carol Fairlamb, Head of Voice
Sat 04 Nov 2023 - Sat 11 Nov 2023
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Linbury Prize success 2021 MA graduates
Protected: Thomas Gould BA (Hons) Production Arts (Stage and Screen)
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Visiting Production Specialists A wide range of visiting industry professionals