Documentary series following hopefuls through a year at the Drama Centre in London.
Showing Season 1 of 1
1993
A six-part documentary following hopefuls through a year at the Drama Centre in London. Known as "the trauma centre", it specialises in turning would-be actors into the real thing.
1993-10-31
300 applicants are intellectually and emotionally quizzed by a panel of seven.
1993-11-07
It's all startling and new for Caroline, Paul and Nicola.
1993-11-14
Paul disappears for ten days, a serious breach of discipline. Anthony Hopkins, Simon Callow and others assess the techniques and torture of the Drama Centre.
1993-11-28
How does an actor - even if he happens to be Anthony Hopkins - deal with insecurity? Ben and Darrell have to overcome their doubts and flaws as they prepare for their first public performance.
1993-12-05
Getting an agent is thought to be essential. Before an invited audience of guests and casting directors, students are each given three minutes to impress.
1993-12-12
Has the three years training prepared them realistically for the world of auditions, casting directors, star parts or long-term unemployment? For one at least the fairy tale comes true.