MFA Acting in Guildford United Kingdom | University of Surrey

Our groundbreaking Acting MFA program cultivates the next generation of globally celebrated performers and educators. Offered through Guildford School of Acting (GSA), one of the UK's most prestigious theater schools, this program combines renowned actor training with an outstanding reputation and valuable industry connections. This distinctive course is guided by seasoned instructors with deep professional theater experience across the UK and worldwide. We maintain intimate class sizes to guarantee personalized guidance from our expert faculty, all of whom possess substantial professional theater backgrounds. Our campus features excellent transportation access to London, allowing students to leverage GSA's prime location near the epicenter of British theater in London's West End.

This innovative Acting MFA expands upon GSA's successful postgraduate offerings, extending the rigorous training of our one-year Acting MA. The selective two-year program immerses students in stage and screen acting, voice work, and movement training, while exploring diverse theatrical traditions through rehearsal projects and public performances. Students also engage in professional development workshops and masterclasses. The second year includes guided opportunities to develop teaching skills and creative projects. Performance experiences encompass a short film, public production, and an industry digital showcase.