THE ACTORS' GYM
ALT. Club is a space to be pushed, interrogated and challenged with direct, honest feedback.
We break down stage and screen technique, and prepare you for professional work.
7 WEEKLY SESSIONS
To expand your actor's toolbox for maximum industry readiness in theatre, TV and film.
ELITE PEERS, ELITE COACHES
ALT. Club is via application only. Train with equally motivated and experienced professionals.
Our coaches are all industry-leading practitioners.
In 7 weekly sessions, you will get:
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Guidance on self-taping, textual analysis and improvisation, all focused on naturalism.
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Expert advice from founder Toby Clarke’s own style of acting coaching, drawing from his hands-on experience working with HBO, Channel 4, BBC, ITV, Disney+.
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Masterclasses with leading industry professionals, such as Casting Directors, Agents, Directors.
By being part of ALT.'s community of 300+ members, you will get access to exclusive drop-in sessions, discounted showreels, and showcase opportunities.
(Please note ALT. Club does NOT include a showcase).
ALT. Actor Training was founded by Toby Clarke in 2016 and has coached Actors into professional work - see a selection of our Alumni here.
ALT. Club is for you if:
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You are in-between jobs and would like to keep your acting muscles active
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You miss being in the room with a community of like-minded peers
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You'd like to brush up on your stage and screen technique to stand out in auditions and on set.
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You need guidance navigating the industry (self-tapes, auditions etc.)
ALT. Club is open to all levels of experience. All you need to do is fill out the application form below (5 min).
WINTER / SPRING 2025 TERMS - INFO
There are 12 places per group. If you're not accepted this time around, you can opt in to our newsletter to be notified about future cohorts and other opportunities, such as drop-in sessions.
Cost:
The full cost of the course is £350, and this can be paid in one or two instalments.
The first, non-refundable instalment of £175 will be required to secure your place once you've been notified (payable by 23 August).
Dates & times (please note you will best benefit from the course if you can attend at least 6 sessions out of 7)
Winter 2025 cohort
Professional Group A - Mondays (10 Feb - 24 March 2025), 18:30-21:30 at Southwark Playhouse
Professional Group B - Wednesdays (12 Feb - 26 March 2025), 18:30-21:30 at Southwark Playhouse
Professional Group C - Saturdays (15 Feb - 29 March 2025), 10:30-13:30 at Brixton House
Spring 2025 cohort:
Professional Group A - Mondays (14 April - 26 May 2025), 18:30-21:30 at Southwark Playhouse
Professional Group B - Wednesdays (16 April - 28 May 2025), 18:30-21:30 at Southwark Playhouse
Professional Group C - Thursdays (17 April - 29 May 2025), 18:30-21:30 at Southwark Playhouse
Professional Group D - Saturdays (19 April - 31 May 2025), 10:30-13:30 at Brixton House
Application deadline: 24 January 2025 (we may start selecting people beforehand so best to apply early!)
For more info or if you are having difficulty filling out the application form, please contact Assistant.ALTClub@gmail.com.
THE MEGHA BURSARY
In 2025, we will be offering one free place per term to an actor experiencing various barriers and hardships in their acting career and beyond, in memory of ALT. Member Megha Dhingra. If you would like to apply for the Megha Bursary, you will be asked to describe your situation in a few sentences in the application form.