Performing Platforms

Scotland is a relatively small place compared to America and England, where most actors and actresses hail from today so it's no wonder Scottish actors find it hard getting into a reputable drama school that is in Scotland, as there isn't many.

What is out there for aspiring actresses and actors to build their acting skills and get a helping hand into the very intimidating and competitive film industry?

Scotland doesn't have the same scale of drama schools, film studios, money, not to mention the weather which effects lots of things and there isn't many scholarship schemes either when compared to movie buffs America. So many young people travel and spend thousands to get into a drama school elsewhere in London or further abroad.

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, formerly known as RSAMD (Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama) is available to those lucky and determined enough to succeed. Founded in 1847 as RSAMD and based in Glasgow it is one of the most reputable and acclaimed Creative Arts Schools not just Scotland but England has to offer.

Now under new name RCS, and in its first yer remains successful. It offers scholarships and programmes to all ages and talents, such as music, acting and dancing and each individual is treated with the same level of education in order to bring out the best in everyone. You can even leave with a PhD!

There has been many famous names that have studied and moved on to bigger things whilst at the school, which is situated in Renfrew Street. They include James McAvoy, John Barrowman and Richard Attenborough, most notable for his part as the professor in Jurassic Park. He continues to be an honorary associate artist for the RSC today.

I'm sure there will be many more famous faces arising from the newly names school like before, why not!?

If your interested in having a look at the website and the work they do and courses follow this like here!

There is also talks with Glasgow City Council and other councils such as the Glasgow City Council Film Office with the likes of Ewan McGregor and Gerard Butler in building a new drama school or film studio in the Glasgow or Paisley area so as more movies can be filmed in Scotland.

When I find out more I'll be sure to keep you informed. Thanks again for reading!