Open Door for the North and North West ACTING applications for 2026 are now open!

 

We can give you the support you need to approach your audition with confidence, knowing that you have benefited from the advice and training of industry professionals. Successful candidates will also have their audition fees paid at our partner UK drama schools.

In order to apply for Open Door, you will need to:

  • Be based in Merseyside, Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire, Warrington, the Borough of Halton, Blackburn with Darwen, & South Lancashire inc Blackpool, Preston & Burnley

  • Aged 18+ from the 1st October 2026

  • Have an annual family household income of £43,000 or less

  • Not currently hold a degree in the UK

  • Have full access to 3 years of Student Finance in the UK

  • Intend to apply for a full time BA Hons Acting degree for the academic year 2027

We will need to check the financial records of the selected participants, so please do not apply if you do not meet all the criteria above. This is a project designed for people who could not otherwise afford to audition for drama school.

Audition Dates

First Rounds :

  • Monday 14th September

  • Tuesday 15th September

  • Wednesday 16th September

Recalls :

  • Monday 28th September

  • Tuesday 29th September

Applications close on Monday 7th September 2026