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The
Vancouver Academy of
Dramatic Arts

One-Year Dramatic Arts
Diploma Program

Full-Time Actor Training in the Heart of Vancouver's Film Industry

The One-Year Program

Includes a Trip to Hollywood

As part of the Dramatic Arts Program, you are invited to experience a 4-day intensive trip where you will have the chance to meet with industry professionals which may include Casting Directors, Producers, Directors, Talent Management, Audition Coaches and Lifestyle coaches.

Become a Qualified Professional Actor

Go from "I've always wanted to do this" to actually doing it, with the most trusted name in the business.

Our Dramatic Arts Program will provide you with the hands-on training, practical studio experience, and industry expertise it takes for you to become a confident acting professional, all in one acting diploma.

Vancouver Academy of Dramatic Arts’ student-centered approach gives you plenty of opportunities for interactive, activity-based learning.

Get the knowledge and training you need to pursue your passion!

Diploma Course Includes

• Text & Script Analysis • Improvisation • Character Analysis & Development • Standard American Dialect • Camera Tech • Career Planning & Goal Setting • Set Etiquette & Terminology • Getting an Agent • Monologues • Headshots & Resumes • TV & Film Cold Read Auditions • Audition Reel Projects • On & Off Camera • Commercial Auditions • Professional headshots included in tuition

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    Olga Murphy
    Olga Murphy
    2023-03-10
    I carefully chose this school to teach me as I am a busy person and do not have much time to waist. I finished 3 evening classes and strongly agree that training is extremely important if you have serious intentions. Teachers are great, Simon Longmore is like a deep well of great experience and knowledge that you can draw from. School location is convenient and evening classes end not too late. Staff is nice, helpful, reliable. Overall, a friendly and professional atmosphere definitely helps to overcome the challenges of stepping into a new career.
    Alex Luc
    Alex Luc
    2023-02-22
    VADA is a very fun school to learn acting, I’ve learned a lot, about acting, myself and how camera tech and lighting works too. It’s important to learn all this too, to make it easier for everyone around you when on set. I originally took PACE 1 then now taking full year diploma and it’s been a lot of fun and eye opening experience. I’ve definitely grown a lot and gotten feedback from each and every teacher, learning different techniques and seeing their perspective of how to act. Very grateful to have taken this chance, and to be in this school, teachers are understanding and push us just the right about to challenge us, while still giving support, thank you 😊 -Alexander or Alex for short
    Mae Postel
    Mae Postel
    2023-02-05
    I recommend this place if you're interested in acting classes. They are friendly, professional, and direct. There is parking behind the building as well, using the indigo parking app.
    Social With Jo
    Social With Jo
    2023-01-28
    Took the two week intensive with Simon and honestly learned more than I expected! I always thought that I should move more.. do more.. exaggerate more when performing scenes.. but I learned that staying still, and calm while delivering lines is much for effective! I appreciated the freedom of making mistakes, and being critiqued on them which helped me better my performance the next time. If you want to be an actor and want to see if it’s really what you want to do as a career.. I highly recommend taking the 2 week intensive! Last but not least, thanks so much Simon for believing in me even when I doubted myself, it really motivated me to keep going and not give up. Thank you. Look forward to taking more classes in the near future! ☺️
    Elaine Thrash
    Elaine Thrash
    2023-01-28
    I took the 2-week intensive program with Simon Longmore and it was very productive. The classes are not too full, and the staff is very supportive. Strongly recommend it, specially for those who are not sure about what to expect from the classes, and prefer short-term programs.
    Lateef Ellahham
    Lateef Ellahham
    2023-01-28
    SIMON LONGMORE WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND WITH TEACHING AND CARING SO MUCH ABOUT HIS STUDENTS. I HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND ANYONE STARTING OUT OR EVEN WITH ACTING EXPERIENCE TO LITERALLY ENROLL RIGHT NOW AND CHECK THIS STUDIO OUT FOR YOURSELF. THANK YOU VADA STUDIO AND STAFF FOR AN INCREDIBLE 2 WEEK INTENSIVE COURSE, I FOUND A LOT OF VALUE IN THESE CLASSES. I CAN'T WAIT TO START MY CAREER AS A PROFESSIONAL ACTOR IN VANCOUVER!!
    Adam Arki
    Adam Arki
    2023-01-28
    I really enjoyed the 2 week intensive program. Lots of value in such a short time, I’m very satisfied with the knowledge I’ve obtained and I would recommend this school to anyone pursuing acting professionally. The teacher/owner Simon Longmore is the man.
    Eugenia Beciez
    Eugenia Beciez
    2023-01-28
    It was such a great journey, i took the two week intensive an I learned so much about acting, from slates, comercials, auditions until acting for TV and series, Simon was a great teacher, i loved it :)
    Will Wills
    Will Wills
    2023-01-28
    Did the 2 week on camera intensive with Simon Longmore, it was excellent, I learned so much, I highly recommend.
    Sahil Sharma
    Sahil Sharma
    2022-12-08
    One of the best places i have ever came across . Simon's teaching tips and techniques are out of the world . Cheers to this amazing place❣️

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    About Us

    For over 20 years VADA has set the standard for outstanding training of actors and actresses. 

    Every staff member who works at VADA is also a professional performer. That means every single person brings a wealth of knowledge and awareness to the studio.

     There is not a week that goes by where one of the staff is either on set, auditioning or preparing for a professional interview.

     Simply put, at VADA we teach by example.