Courses at The Lir Academy
Bachelor in Acting
There is an intake of 16 students each year. All eligible candidates who apply before the closing date will receive an audition. The first round of auditions will be held throughout November, December, January, and February. Applicants will have the option of doing their first-round audition in person (in The Lir Academy, Dublin) or online (over Zoom). All times displayed on the website are Dublin time. The cost for submitting an application is €50 before Christmas and goes up to €75 after. The Bachelor in Acting at The Lir is not part of the CAO/UCAS point’s race. Students are expected to have achieved the minimum matriculation requirements for Trinity College Dublin courses, however, exceptions may be made based on the demonstration of exceptional natural talent at auditions. Further information on the matriculation requirements can be found by clicking here. The closing date for applications is February 1st. Apply for the Bachelor In Acting
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Bachelor in Stage Management and Technical Theatre This three-year honours degree is perfect for students who are interested in a career backstage and enjoy a practice-based learning environment. Please note, that this course is not part of the CAO points system. Once you have completed the application form, our admissions manager will contact you to arrange an interview date and time within two weeks after submission. Everyone who applies for this course will be offered an interview The interview is an opportunity for you to demonstrate your passion, ability and understanding of this training and the type of work it will lead to. No experience is necessary. The Bachelor in Stage Management and Technical Theatre Degree is not part of the CAO point’s race. Students are expected to have achieved the minimum matriculation requirements for Trinity College Dublin courses, however, exceptions may be made based on the demonstration of exceptional natural talent at auditions and interviews. Further information on the matriculation requirements can be found by clicking here. The closing date for applications is February 1st.
Apply for the BA in Stage Management and Technical Theatre
Learn more about the course here: https://youtu.be/A-PpFS-kyVs?si=-5aY_N1gRK3sKgFR
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Foundation Diploma in Acting and Theatre The foundation course is aimed primarily at school leavers who are interested in preparing themselves for three-year actor training at conservatoire level. The course also encourages students to develop their own individual creativity with a focus on collaboration, improvisation and lateral thinking. This course is an NFQ Level 7 Diploma (60 credits) Students are free to apply for both the Bachelor in Acting (Hons) Degree (three year full-time) and the Foundation Course in Acting (one year full-time). Only one application form and one registration fee are necessary. Students who apply for both courses will initially audition for the Bachelor in Acting (Hons) Degree and subsequently for the Foundation Course.
The closing date for applications is February 1st.
Apply for the Foundation Diploma in Acting and Theatre
Short courses at The Lir Academy
We still have some spaces left on our Spring courses at The Lir Academy! Our Audition Workshops are filling up fast – and are the last ones before the Bachelor in Acting closes.
The short courses we currently offer are:
- Audition Workshop
- Audiobook Narration
- The Art of Screenwriting
- Introduction to Dance
- Much more!
Learn more and apply for our short courses here: https://www.thelir.ie/courses/short-courses