The Actors Forge

“The largest provider of professional acting classes in the North East of England.”

We offer classes and workshops to aspiring actors of all levels and bring the best in industry expertise right to your doorstep.

Start your acting journey today, here at The Actors Forge.

Our Courses

Testimonials

  • “I joined The Actors Forge in October 2025 to help gain confidence, improve skills and make connections within the acting community. It has inspired me to write, create and gain a love for acting more than ever before”

    Nell Millett

  • A woman with long blonde wavy hair and blue eyes, wearing gold hoop earrings, a delicate gold necklace, and a black top with a pattern of small cherubs, posing against a muted green background.

    "I joined The Actors Forge in January 2022 and it was the best decision I’ve made so far regarding my acting career. I’ve gained more credits, joined spotlight, have signed with an agency but above all, I’ve met friends for life!"

    Kayleigh Foster

  • Portrait of a young man with long brown hair, light skin, and a slight beard, wearing a navy blue jacket over a white t-shirt, against a dark background.

    "Whether you're already on your acting journey and want to further develop your craft in a creative and supportive environment, or you just want to try something new with a great group of people, this is the place to be"

    Max Wolfenden

  • Close-up portrait of an elderly woman with short, reddish-brown hair, wearing round glasses with light green frames, and a dark top, against a neutral background.

    "Since joining some six years ago, I have learned so much and been involved in so many enjoyable and rewarding projects. We learn from each other and also have access to top industry professionals at the masterclasses."

    Sue Osbon

Industry Testimonials

  • Close-up of a smiling woman with curly hair, wearing a colorful patterned top.

    “The Actors Forge is a wonderful acting community that runs great workshops for actors. It’s been a pleasant experience working with them."

    Olissa Rogers

    Casting Director
    Wednesday (Netflix) Ted Lasso (Apple TV)
    The Outlaws (Amazon Prime)

  • Close-up of a man with short dark hair, smiling, standing in front of a brick wall.

    "Acting can be a lonely business and everyone can feel on the fringes from time to time, so I applaud organisations like the Actors Forge for fostering such a warm community spirit.”

    Manuel Puro
    Casting Director


    Moon - Hell Boy 2: The Golden Army

  • A middle-aged woman with gray hair styled in a bun, wearing a black top, smiling softly, standing against a brick wall.

    "I had a great time working with The Actors Forge. Very well organised, professional and creative. The actors who took part in the class were very well prepared."

    Debbie Howard
    Director

    Emmerdale (ITV) Coronation Street (ITV)
    Doctors (BBC)

  • A woman with curly hair smiling outdoors against a brick wall

    "We couldn’t have been more impressed. The high standard of the actors is due in no small part to Dan, and the training he offers them. We cannot recommend this Studio highly enough and we look forward working with The Actors Forge in future."

    Nicci Topping
    Casting Director

    The Black Prince, Rise of The Krays

  • A young man with glasses and a light beard smiling in a cafe.

    “I was incredibly impressed with the talent on show. Such generous and thoughtful actors who really threw themselves into the work. I’m really looking forward to seeing their work in the future!”

    David Crowley
    Director

    Hollyoaks

  • A woman with long light brown hair, smiling softly, wearing a black top, standing against a plain light-colored wall.

    “It was a great way to connect with emerging talent from the North East. I was very pleased to see how they supported and collaborated with each other to hone and perfect their skills.”

    Andrea Clark - Casting Director

A woman and a man sitting at a small round table with two glasses of water, having a conversation in a dimly lit room with red curtains.
Three young people sitting on chairs in front of red curtains during a discussion or interview, with a young man on the left speaking and two women listening.
A man sitting cross-legged on a stage with red curtains in the background, speaking or performing.
A man and woman sitting across from each other at a small round table on stage with red curtains in the background, engaged in a serious conversation.
An older man with gray hair wearing a white shirt and black tie standing against a black background.
Three young adults sit in a panel discussion, with red and black curtains in the background. The person on the left is speaking, wearing a green and black plaid shirt, while the women on the right listen attentively.
Two men on stage with red curtains in the background, one with blond hair and the other with brown hair, engaged in a humorous or dramatic performance.
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Two men sitting on stage chairs, one with eyes closed and wearing a black hoodie, the other looking down at a device he is holding, in front of a red curtain.
Group of 14 people on a stage, posing for a photo, with a mix of men and women smiling and standing close together.
Three men standing in a room with large windows, reading a piece of paper. One man with glasses and tattoos wearing a black T-shirt, another with curly hair and a beard wearing a navy T-shirt, and the third with a beard, tattoos, and a floral shirt.
Young man sitting on chair with his leg crossed, wearing a black T-shirt and jeans, in a room with a wooden floor, and several backpacks on a counter behind him.
A young man with dark curly hair, wearing a navy blazer and light sweater, stands indoors with his hands in his pockets, looking to the side. Other people are blurred in the background in a room with light-colored curtains.
Two people, a woman and a man, sitting together and laughing during a conversation in an indoor setting with windows in the background.
Group of 15 people standing together on a stage with a brick wall background, smiling and holding drinks.
An older man with gray hair and a serious expression, wearing a white dress shirt with the sleeves rolled up and a loosely tied black tie, standing against a black background.
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