Level 1 Acting: Inspiring Activities, Techniques, and Structure for Dynamic Acting Lessons 606010 [UK Time Zone]

This Level 1 session is the first step in our Acting Teacher Training pathway, designed to ignite confidence, creativity, and connection in your Stagecoach drama classes. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refresh your foundation, this energising and practical training will provide the tools and inspiration to deliver imaginative, inclusive, and impactful lessons.

Fostering Creative Courage will explore the key roles and responsibilities of a drama teacher while equipping you with a practical toolkit of warm-ups, inclusive games, and structured strategies to engage every student—from the shyest beginner to the most confident performer.

Through a combination of vocal and physical warm-up content, inspirational teaching methods, and clear links to the Stagecoach Educational Framework, you’ll learn how to plan lessons that stretch and challenge students appropriately, maintain pace and structure, and create a safe, positive space where creativity can thrive.

You’ll also explore cool-down techniques to reflect and ground learning, and take part in a collaborative opportunity to share good practice with fellow teachers—gaining fresh ideas, renewed energy, and a deeper understanding of your impact as a drama educator.

This foundational Level 1 training is perfect for both new and experienced teachers looking to build their confidence and deliver bold, imaginative, and purposeful acting lessons that nurture creative courage in every student.

Training facilitated by:

Rob Anderson - Global Teacher Training & Development Manager

Rob Anderson is our Global Teacher Training and Development Manager who has 14 years experience teaching in Stagecoach Schools. He trained as a dancer at London Studio Centre gaining a BA (Hons) in Theatre Dance, and at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama achieving an MA in Classical Acting. Rob has taught GCSE Dance, GCSE Drama and GCSE Expressive Arts, Ballet, Tap, Modern and Contemporary at a London Stage School, and UAL Level 3 Performing and Production Arts and UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Performance at a Further Education College. He recently graduated Rose Bruford College achieving a Post Graduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education: Theatre and Performing Arts.

Important Advisory on Course Levels

Please note: The term "level" as used in our teacher training courses refers solely to Stagecoach's internal framework of professional development. It is designed to indicate progression within our own three-tier training structure and should not be interpreted as representing a formal qualification level. These internal levels are not equivalent to primary qualifications and do not correspond to any nationally recognised attainment levels as defined by Ofqual or any other awarding body. By proceeding with your booking, you acknowledge that you understand and accept this distinction.