Short Courses
Stanislavski Weekend Course
The weekend workshop is a practical introduction to the core tenets of Stanislavski’s System - the actor’s work on the body, on character, on the text and on stag...
Introduction To Acting
The Lir Academy’s Introduction to Acting course is perfect for those who are both inquisitive about a future career in acting and those who simply want to challen...
Physical Theatre
Physical Theatre is a course exploring the transformative techniques employed by the physical actor in performance. Students are introduced to physical principle...
Youth Academy - Acting (15-17) - Wednesday
Designed by Roger Evans, The Lir Academy’s Director of Short Courses and delivered by The Lir Academy’s Short Course tutor team these Saturday acting classes will...
Youth Academy - Acting (12-14)
Designed by Roger Evans, The Lir Academy’s Director of Short Courses and delivered by The Lir Academy’s Short Course tutor team these Saturday acting classes will...
Introduction To Acting
The Lir Academy’s Introduction to Acting course is perfect for those who are both inquisitive about a future career in acting and those who simply want to challen...
Introduction To Acting - Over 35's
Following a number of enquiries from mature applicants about our programmes, we have created an introduction to acting class specifically catering to students age...
Intro to Theatre Directing
This course is suitable for anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of directing. This includes actors and writers who have worked in different areas and w...
Intermediate Acting: Character Development
This ten-week course, a continuation from the Introduction to Acting course, will co...
The Art of Screenwriting (Online)
This introductory course is ideal for any student looking to improve their screenwriting skills, focusing on the various forms, ideas and craft of screenwriting. ...
Introduction to Playwriting (Online)
Throughout this programme, you will develop the tools to craft stories using frameworks such as narrative structure through plot and setting. The course will loo...
Intermediate Screen Acting
This ten-week course, a continuation from the Introduction to Screen Acting course, will concentrate on further developing your acting skills for film and TV work...
Fundamentals of Acting
The Fundamentals of Acting programme mirrors the work on our short course acting and screen acting courses with additional work on audition technique and self-tap...
Introduction to Dance
Sample the exotic rhythms of Tango one week and find yourself immersed in a crazy Charleston the next. Learn 4 dances over 8 weeks, suitable for individuals and c...
Introduction to Screen Acting - May
Participants will learn the differences between what is effective on stage versus the demands of the screen. As well as developing strategies for meeting the dema...
Introduction to Musical Theatre
If you love musicals and want to have a go yourself but don’t know where to begin, this course is for you! We offer adults with a passion for musical theat...
Introduction to Voice-Over Acting - Weekend Course
Facilitated by Al Doyle, one of the UK’s most in demand voice-over performers, this workshop will cover the core skills required to pursue a career in voice-over ...
Summer Acting Camp - July
The course is designed for young actors aged 13-15 who have a passionate interest in performing and would like to have an early start in acting training. Partici...
Introduction to Acting - Summer School
The Lir Academy’s Introduction to Acting course is perfect for those who are both inquisitive about a future career in acting and those who simply want to challen...
Young Actors' Programme - 2 weeks
The course is designed for young people aged 16 - 18 years who have a passionate interest in performing, who may be thinking of applying to The Lir Academy or a s...
Screen Acting Intensive - Summer School
Lead by filmmaker David J. Evans, this course will workshop the nuances of working on screen and in front of a camera. Through workshops and discussions, ...
Intermediate Acting: Summer School
This week-long course, a continuation from the Introduction to Acting course, will concentrate on working with a director on the study of characters and ind...
Individual Coaching Class
Tuition is available from The Lir Academy's resident tutors including: Cathal Quinn – ...
Introduction to Set Design
This practical weekend workshop will give you an introduction to the stages of set design, from reading the script and creating a concept, to understanding what i...
Audiobook Narration (Online)
Being read to is one of our primary experiences as children, and thanks to podcasts and audiobooks there has been an explosion in popularity for adults too. Using...
Summer Acting Camp
There are also dates available for our Summer Acting Camp in July. The course is designed for young actors aged 12-15 who have a passionate interest in...
Commedia dell'Arte
Commedia dell’Arte is a dynamic and invigorating challenge with a blend of comedy and theatre. You will push your own abilities to another level and learn about y...
Intermediate Screen Acting - Weekend Course
This ten-week course, a continuation from the Introduction to Screen Acting course, will concentrate on further developing your acting skills for film and TV work...
Teen Taster Weekend
Do you want to know what it's like to experience our Junior Academy course but are unsure about whether you want to commit to the full 6 months? This intensive Te...
Intro to Acting - Sligo Weekend Workshop
This course is designed to give you a taste of The Lir Academy's actor training through our ever-popular Introduction to Acting course over an intensive weekend. ...
Intro to Acting - Limerick Weekend Workshop
This course is designed to give you a taste of The Lir Academy's actor training through our ever-popular Introduction to Acting course over an intensive weekend i...
Youth Academy - Musical Theatre (12-14)
Designed by Roger Evans, The Lir Academy’s Director of Short Courses and delivered by The Lir Academy’s Short Course tutor team these Saturday acting classes will...
