If your work is good at home but falls apart in auditions, it’s not “lack of talent” — it’s interference. This post breaks down the no-BS model Performance = Potential − Interference and shows you how to reduce the things that sabotage auditions: fortune-telling, catastrophising, mind-reading, self-monitoring, tension, rushing and approval-hunting. Practical tools included: a reset sequence, first-10-seconds routine, recovery plan, and a one-week prep structure.

Getting redirected in an audition isn’t a punishment — it’s a test of whether you’re teachable. This post shows you how to take direction like a professional: listen, clarify once, choose a playable action, attach specific subtext, and commit without apologising or defending your “original version”. If you can do that under pressure, you instantly stand out as someone worth training.

The waiting room is where most applicants destroy their own audition before they even walk in. Comparison, fortune-telling and panic chatter create interference — and you carry that mess straight into the room. This post gives you a no-BS waiting-room routine (3 minutes, repeatable) to protect focus, settle your body, prime the first beats, and walk in starting clean.

Most drama school applicants aren’t losing because of monologue choice — they’re losing because their preparation is thin. Dabbling creates random results under pressure; training creates repeatable performance. This post breaks down what “depth” actually looks like (instrument, text, screen, pressure reps, recovery) and why a two-year route is often the smartest move for serious applicants who want consistent auditions and real progress.

Audition rejection hurts, but it isn’t a life sentence. This post explains why many applicants struggle due to undertraining rather than lack of potential, and how to build the skills that make auditions feel less like gambling and more like something you can control.

Most applicants don’t lack confidence — they lack a process. When your audition depends on mood and adrenaline, it’s a lottery. This post gives you a no-BS, repeatable audition system (scorecard, routine, reset plan, recovery plan) so you can perform under pressure without spiralling. And if you’re serious about acting long-term, it explains why foundation training is what turns “potential” into reliable performance.

Trying to “be more emotional” in an audition is a trap. Emotion isn’t the method — it’s the result. The only place you should “play” emotion is as very specific subtext attached to the exact thought happening right now. This post shows you how to build a monologue with clear actions, thought-by-thought subtext, and a genuine emotional journey that panels actually believe.

Your first 10 seconds aren’t “nothing”. They tell the panel how you handle pressure. This article shows you how to rehearse the entrance, settle fast, and start your monologue with clarity instead of panic.

Nerves are normal. The problem is what you do with them. Most applicants get dragged into predictions, panic, and trying to impress — and their acting goes flat. This post shows you how to spot the stress spiral early, reset fast, and walk into the room focused on what you can control. If you want support, Acting Coach Scotland offers last-minute coaching and full-time training routes.

Social media has changed everything — so who really needs drama school anymore?
The truth: formal training still matters, but only if it’s focused, practical, and affordable. Acting Coach Scotland is redefining what real actor training looks like — no ego, no fluff, just results.

Forget the old drama school myths. Acting Coach Scotland is redefining what serious acting training looks like — focused, affordable, and free from the London hype. Our full-time courses deliver real results for real actors, and we welcome international students through our UK Student Visa sponsorship.

Think London is the only place to train as an actor? Think again. Across the UK, brilliant actors are training and working outside the capital — with Glasgow leading the charge. Discover why studying at Acting Coach Scotland could be your smartest move yet.

Thinking about where to build your acting career? From London’s world-famous stages to Glasgow’s fast-growing creative scene, the UK is full of opportunity. Discover which city could launch your journey — and why Glasgow, home of Acting Coach Scotland, is becoming the go-to destination for actors from around the world.

JJ Abrams is filming his latest blockbuster in Glasgow – with Samuel L. Jackson, Jenna Ortega and Glen Powell in tow. As our city becomes a movie set once again, we reflect on how ACS grads like Emma Findlay are already making the leap from training to the big screen.

As UK universities and drama schools face closures, financial losses, and program cuts, Acting Coach Scotland stands resilient and agile, thriving without public funding. Discover how our small, student-focused approach ensures exceptional, industry-relevant training, turning sector-wide challenges into opportunities for innovation and growth.

When unexpected closures disrupt your acting training plans, it’s natural to feel uncertain. At ACS, we believe new beginnings can arise from such setbacks. Discover how we're supporting affected students with available course places and travel bursaries.

Discover acting authenticity inspired by Jenna Ortega's insightful approach. Learn why spontaneity and genuine reactions are at the heart of captivating performances—and how our HNC Foundation Acting Course can unlock your truthful potential.

Stanislavsky is dead—but his influence thrives. Acting techniques aren’t fixed methods; they’re evolving questions inherited and reshaped by each actor and era. Discover how the true legacy of Stanislavsky, Strasberg, Adler, and Meisner lies not in preservation, but in constant reinvention.

When preparing a Shakespeare monologue or role, understanding the rhythm of iambic pentameter is crucial — but don't overlook the powerful difference between “You” and “Thou.” These choices aren’t just linguistic quirks; they reveal emotional temperature, status, and relationships. In this blog, we explore how mastering these subtle shifts can transform your performance and help you unlock deeper layers of Shakespeare's text.

As AI rapidly advances into the world of film and television, many are asking: will actors be replaced? While digital extras and cloned performances may threaten some screen roles, there's one place AI can’t touch — the theatre. This blog explores the irreplaceable power of live performance and why, in an increasingly virtual world, real human storytelling still matters.