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Behind The Scenes

A day in the life of a Poetry In Action actor on tour!

Everyday is different for a PIA actor on tour! Some days are full on and packed with performances... Read more.

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Poetry Techniques

An Actors approach to Poetry

Knowing where to start when approaching the analysis and performance of a new poem can be overwhelming. Let’s... Read more.

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Active Learning

Drama Games for Long car rides

So lockdowns over, you find yourself with a free weekend and an insatiable desire to escape the city.... Read more.

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Active Learning

5 things to remember before speaking in public (number 3 will STUN you)

Your palms are sweaty. Your knees are weak. Your arms feel heavy and you feel like you want... Read more.

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Active Learning

Tips on picking Texts for Drama School Auditions

This list is just to help you get started with finding texts and helping you prepare for the... Read more.

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Our Top Favourite Audience moments

It was so heartwarming to speak to so many ambitious and passionate students, and to just chat to... Read more.

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4 Banned Poems You Should Read!

Throughout history writers have been censored for their work for as long as writing has existed. For reasons... Read more.

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