Ireland’s most popular Screen Acting Part Time course is open to all ages over 18 and all levels of experience. Year on year it’s popularity increases due to the success of our graduates securing work on major Film and TV productions. This is our ultimate aim, to give you the tools to find and secure work within the industry.
The Course is designed for those actors either starting out in the Film & TV Industry who are looking to get a better understanding of both the theoretical and practical elements of screen acting and for those with some experience but are looking to take their craft to the next level. Participants also include actors with lots of stage experience looking to understand the nuances of screen acting and experienced actors looking to up-skill.
Run over 2 consecutive nights a week for 6 months, this intensive part-time course will delve into a variety of areas to teach actors the essential tools of screen acting and the chance to explore their full potential. The 2 nights are decided following a successful interview and consultation with the applicant.
Some of the topics covered include:
The philosophy, technique, and method for the course is overseen by Acting Coach, Voice Coach and Alexander Technique teacher Gerry Grennell whose clients have included Bruce Willis, Heath Ledger, Tom Cruise, Natalie Portman, Meryl Streep, Annie Hathaway, Oscar Isaac, Orlando Bloom, Marlon Brando, Sean Penn, Heather Graham and many more.
Using similar methods that form the basis of the main Full Time Programme for Screen Acting, participants will learn the basics of working with the camera and how to own their environment. Sessions with experienced professionals, access to shooting and screening facilities, coupled with practical hands-on training all contribute to pushing the actor to maximise their potential.
Tutors on the course include regular tutors from the Full Time Programme plus experienced guests from the Film & TV industry.
The course culminates with a professionally filmed Showcase scene that also gets distributed to every Agent and Casting Director in the country which increases your chances of landing an Agent or being called for an Audition.
This course is a fully immersive and holistic experience and participants may also avail of the Bow Street facilities during their time on the course which includes Rehearsal Studios, Media Room, Canteen and Common Room.
Bow Street will become your home for the 6 months where you can shoot multiple self tapes, access our scenes library, and workshop with fellow students across all our courses where the conversation always leads to screen acting, new techniques, and the best place to get a coffee in the neighbourhood! Participants are also entitled to attend Special Screenings and Private Q&A’s with industry guests, some of whom can be seen here.
The success of recent graduates from Bow Street is unparalleled and marks Bow Street out as the most in demand casting resource for Casting Directors.
Employment of our graduates is our ultimate aim, and the hands-on practical nature of all our training prepares students for the real world of Film and TV.
On completion of the Course, graduates are also admitted free of charge to a private Alumni Facebook group where we often post casting opportunities and occasional invitations to industry events,
APPLICATIONS: Application is by interview and not audition. Applicants should email the following 3 separate documents:
Email your Application to: training@bowstreet.ie with PART TIME in the subject line. You will be provided with details on how to pay your application fee of €30 by bank transfer.
1 What 2 evenings are the classes on?
The classes are on 2 consecutive weeknights, for example one on Mon & Tues night or one on Wed & Thurs. If you are successful in your application, we consult with you on your schedule preference based on your availability.
2 What times are the classes?
6.30pm – 9.30pm
3 Do I have to audition?
No. Acceptance onto the 6 Month Part Time course requires an online application and interview with the school directors.
4 Do I need to prepare anything for the interview?
No. It’s a 15 minute informal chat where you might be asked about any acting experience or training you have to date, or any other artistic hobbies or experience. It’s worth thinking about any questions you might have about the course in advance as this is your opportunity to find out more.
5 Do I need much experience to apply?
No experience is needed.
6 I don’t have an Acting CV. Can I still apply?
Yes. You will be asked to provide a resume as part of the application process but if you don’t have an acting CV a regular CV is fine.
7 Does Gerry Grennell teach on the course?
No. Due to his limited availability Gerry only teaches on the full-time course and on some specific masterclasses. However, all of our course tutors have trained extensively under Gerry and his techniques and methodology are at the core of all our training.
8 Can I attend the in-person classes remotely if I am away?
No – all classes are in person only. The course is very experiential and interactive so it’s not possible to participate sufficiently remotely.
9 What happens if I miss a class?
If you miss a class that’s fine but please try to get notes from another student so you don’t fall behind. As most of the classes are about putting into practice the theories we teach, you have to be present to experience it.
10 Is this course very different from the Full Time Program?
The full time is 4 days a week from 10am – 5pm for a duration of 9 months, so it is obviously longer, more immersive and intense. Other than that – both courses cover the same modules using the same methodology and have most of the same teaching staff so content wise they are similar. On the Full Time course there is obviously a lot more time to go into the Gerry Grennell Technique with more unique methods and exercises for those at that level of training.
11 What acting jobs will I get if I complete this course?
Unfortunately, with a career in acting career there are no guarantees of work. Acting jobs will all depend on how strong of an actor you are, how hard you’re willing to work and how much time you’re willing to commit! There is obviously a lot of luck involved too. Being in the right place at the right time, the right job coming up that really suits your casting type etc, but we regularly see many of our graduates from the Part Time course appearing in Films, TV Shows and commercials as well as landing an agent after the course.
12 How likely am I to get signed with an agent after doing this course?
Again – there are no concrete guarantees due to the highly competitive nature of the business! Some of our part-time students get signed to an agent immediately on course completion – others may never get signed but still forge their own acting career – signing with an agent is not always essential to work as an actor.
13 Is this course open to International Students?
Yes. We have may students who travel from all over the world to study at Bow Street. We currently have 2 students who have moved here from New Zealand to study with us.
14 Will this course help me get a student Visa?
Because we are not on the Internationalisation Register you will need to investigate your specific visa requirements depending on where you are travelling from.
DATES & TIMES: Classes run from 6.30pm – 9.30pm two consecutive nights a week subject to places and the availability of the applicant.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 28th 2025
COURSE DATES: JULY 2025 – DEC 2025
PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE WILL BE TAKING PLACE AT OUR NEW CAMPUS IN RATHMINES. DETAILS TO FOLLOW.
COURSE FEES: €3,250. This fee is payable in installments. €850 Deposit to secure your place if selected, and the balance paid off in installments over the duration of the course.
