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Taught by top industry professionals, the 2-year acting for film program prepares the student for work as a professional actor in the film, television and theatre industries.
The program consists of:
- 1st year Higher Certificate Course (NQF 5 QUALIFICATION)
- 2nd year Advanced Certificate Course (NQF 6/DIPLOMA LEVEL QUALIFICATION)
Students are offered the flexibility of completing either one or two years depending on individual requirements.
At the conclusion of the two year program, students are given the opportunity to audition for the prestigious Third Year Professional Program. This cutting-edge training, designed to bridge the gap between the classroom and the profession, offers unrivalled performance experience to a select group of students.
To be competitive in the industry, we recommend students complete the full 3-year program.
Class size is small and places in our courses are limited – please apply early to avoid disappointment.
For detailed info on audition / entry requirements, click here to download 2023 Application Form.
- South African National Senior Certificate (Grade 12), with a proficiency in English and a propensity for creative expression
- An audition before the College Director.
For detailed info on audition / entry requirements, click here to download 2023 Application Form.
The Higher Certificate in Acting for Film (1st Year) concentrates on building a solid foundation in the craft of acting through exercises, mastering technique, theory and performance practice.
The year culminates in a film shoot showcased at Graduation.
“Act Cape Town has given me the tools, knowledge and opportunity to apply myself as an actor and helped me bridge the gap from studying to working in the industry” – Evan Hengst, Actor (Lioness, The Kissing Booth)
ACT 2020 – Showcase Highlights
- Higher Certificate in Acting for Film or the equivalent in formal acting training and/industry experience.
- An audition before the College Director.
For detailed info on audition / entry requirements, click here to download 2023 Application Form.
The Advanced Certificate in Acting for Film (2nd Year) consolidates and refines the acting techniques learnt in the first year whilst further broadening the skills base necessary to be successful in the industry.
With an increased focus on project-based learning, advanced certificate students participate in a variety of productions, from voice-over, to theatre to short films. Students final work will be screened at Graduation. Material may be used for acting student’s show-reel.
- Advanced Certificate in Acting for Film or the equivalent in formal acting training and/industry experience.
- An audition before a selection panel is required.
For detailed info on audition / entry requirements, click here to download 2023 Application Form.
Building on a strong foundation set in our 2 Year Accredited Program, the ‘Third Year Professional Program’ affords a select group of student’s unrivalled performance experience and exposure. Master classes with top industry professionals together with the internationally recognized LAMDA qualification, complete this unique mentorship program.
A hands-on, fully immersive production year, designed to bridge the gap between the classroom and the profession.
“Cut-Out Girls” Trailer – Produced by Act Cape Town Productions in association with Haas & Kaas, starring a full cast of ACT Professional Program Graduates!
CUT-OUT GIRLS SCREENED AT CINEMAS NATIONWIDE, ON DSTV BOX OFFICE AND IS NOW SHOWING ON SHOWMAX & AMAZON PRIME!
Cut-Out Girls is inspired by the #MeToo movement and is a film about date rape aimed at inspiring social change.
2023 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Acting for Film
| Term 1 | 6 February – 31 March |
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| Term 2 | 17 April – 23 June |
| Term 3 | 17 July – 22 September |
| Term 4 | 9 October – 24 November |
| Graduation | 14 December |
Third Year Professional Program
| Term 1 | 6 February – 31 March |
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| Term 2 | 17 April – 23 June |
| Term 3 | 17 July – 22 September |
| Term 4 | 9 October – 24 November |
| Graduation | 14 December |
Accreditation & Affiliations
Through establishing ongoing affiliations and accreditation, we ensure that our programs are industry relevant, internationally recognised and deliver graduates with an accredited qualification.
Act Cape Town is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997. Registration certificate No. No.2013/ HEO7/002.
Grant Swanby
Sivenkosi Gubangxa
Award winning theatre actor, Sivenkosi, is currently completing her masters at UCT, while continuing to work as an actor and teacher.
Carishma Basday
Carishma is a professional actress, dancer, and model and has recently completed her 500-hour advanced teacher training.
Tamryn Speirs
Rowan is a locally and internationally trained professional film and TV actor, and certified UCT teacher.
Nicola Hanekom
Mamello Makhetha
Mamello is an actress, voice artist, singer, performance artist, producer, and writer and specialises in Bilingual Acting.
(Motherland: Fort Salem; The Kissing Booth)
(Mamello (SABC Sitcom); The Seven of Daran: Battle of Pareo Rock)
“Act Cape Town has given me the tools, knowledge and opportunity to apply myself as an actor and helped me bridge the gap from studying to working in the industry”
Evan Hengst – Actor (Lioness, The Kissing Booth)
