GSA Part-Time Training Suite

A Part Time Actor Training Programme

The GSA Part-Time Training Suite provides a space for aspiring adult actors and theatre-makers to develop their skills. Each level of the course spans nine months and takes place two evenings a week. This course can help progress your career as an actor, or simply be enjoyed as a hobby and to make friends.

There are four levels to the GSA Part-Time Training Suite

  • GSA START is the ideal beginners entry level course for people who are interested in embarking on their performance journey, but have limited experience.
  • GSA STUDIO is the second level in the GSA Part-time Training Suite and has been designed for those with some prior training.
  • GSA STAGE is the third level in the GSA Part-time Training Suite. This is an advanced training course for adults who have completed substantial experience or prior actor training.
  • GSA SELECT is the final level in the GSA Part-time Training Suite. This course has been designed specifically for advanced students, giving them the opportunity to immerse themselves further in the field of creative performing arts.

In addition to these four levels may we also present the new:

  • GSA MUSICAL THEATRE CORE is a separate year-long musical theatre focused course. Designed for passionate performers of all levels, this intensive program offers comprehensive training in singing, dancing, and acting.

On successfully auditioning, we will place you in the level of the Suite that is most suited to your skill and experience. Once offered a place, you will work with tutors and industry professionals with decades of involvement across a wide range of performing arts. These tutors will combine their years of experience with pedagogical research and study to deliver training that is engaging and valuable to your future and creative journey. 

The GSA prides itself on being a community and your time with us will not only enhance your performance skills, but it will also give you the opportunity to expand your network and make lifelong friends. 

Are you ready to begin? We’re looking forward to meeting you! Apply here now. 

If you are searching for a shorter option for beginners, please see our Beginners course. 

‘I’ve just finished my part-time course and I wanted to send the school an email because I couldn’t have been happier with the quality of training I received!’ – Performance Year 2019

The 2 years at the Gaiety were some of the best years of my life. – Caoimhe O’Malley, Class of 2011

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GSA START

This is the ideal entry level course for beginner students who are interested in embarking on their performance journey.

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GSA STUDIO

This programme is the second level in the GSA Part-time Training Suite and has been designed for those with some prior training.

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GSA STAGE

GSA Stage is the third level in the GSA Part-time Training Suite. This is an advanced training course for adults who have substantial experience or prior actor training

GSA SELECT

GSA Select is the final level in the GSA Part-time Training Suite. This course has been designed to give advanced students the opportunity to immerse themselves further in the field of creative performing arts.