Acting
Unleash your storytelling potential and refine your performance skills with STAGESCHOOL Acting examinations. Designed to inspire creativity and develop talent, these exams offer flexible, performance-focused assessments that cater to students of all ages and abilities.
Whether you’re a solo performer, part of a duo, or a member of a trio, STAGESCHOOL Acting provides the perfect stage to shine.
STAGESCHOOL examinations are more than assessments—they’re a platform to develop confidence, explore creativity, and build essential skills for the stage and beyond. Whether you’re pursuing a professional acting career or simply looking to grow as a performer, our acting exams provide a stepping stone to success.
Bring Characters
to Life
Unleash your storytelling potential
Creative Freedom;
Choose material that excites and inspires you. From scenes in plays, adapted excerpts from novels, and anthologies to original works written by candidates, the syllabus empowers students and teachers to explore content that resonates personally or culturally.
Performance-Focused Assessments;
Showcase your talent through monologues, duologues, or three-person scenes. At higher grades (1–8), candidates can even perform a solo monologue as part of their group entry, ensuring a well-rounded display of their abilities.
Tailored Support for Teachers;
Access carefully compiled repertoire suggestions that feature diverse authors, cultural representations, and gender-inclusive material, providing a valuable resource for engaging and relevant performances.
UCAS Points for Future Success;
Grades 6, 7, and 8 award UCAS points, giving students a recognised qualification that supports their progression to higher education or a career in the performing arts.
Own The Spotlight
YOUR STORY. YOUR MOMENT.
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Practical Performance
(90–100% of marks)
The centrepiece of the exam is your performance. The number of scenes and their content vary by grade, giving students the opportunity to demonstrate their interpretative and technical skills in a way that feels authentic to them.
Knowledge & Understanding
(10% of marks, Grades Debut–8)
Answer thought-provoking questions about your chosen pieces. This component deepens understanding of the material and enriches the overall performance.
Flexibility for Every Performer
Perform solo, in duos, or as a trio—our exams adapt to your preferred style and group size. This versatility ensures that every actor can thrive.