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For Vancouver Young Actors School Advanced Classes

ADVANCED ON-CAMERA ACTING CLASS

Advanced classes are currently available at our Vancouver Location only
  • Bright Lights Advanced – Ages 9-11: Sunday from 2:00pm – 5:00pm 
  • Rising Stars Advanced – Ages 12-14: Sunday from 10:30am – 1:30pm
  • Shooting Stars Advanced – Ages 15-17: Sunday from 2:00pm – 5:00pm

ADVANCED PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS

Our Advanced Program is designed for students who are serious about developing both their craft and their professionalism.

Eligibility to audition for this program is limited to students who are already represented by a talent agent.

Admission is by audition, and with that opportunity comes a higher level of expectation than our regular classes.

Students are expected to attend class consistently, arrive on time, come fully prepared each week, and actively contribute to a positive, respectful learning environment. Respect for instructors, classmates, and everyone’s time and work is essential. If a student needs to miss a class for any reason, it is their responsibility to communicate directly with their instructor in advance whenever possible.

This program is about more than becoming a stronger actor, it is about developing the habits and professionalism expected in the film and television industry. We encourage students to take ownership of their careers by being reliable, accountable, prepared, and respectful.

Because of the high standard of this program, continued participation is dependent on consistently meeting these expectations. Students who repeatedly fail to demonstrate the required level of professionalism, preparation, attendance, or accountability may be removed from the Advanced Program. Where appropriate, and in keeping with our role in supporting our students’ professional development, we may also communicate with a student’s talent agent regarding their professionalism and preparedness as it relates to their work in the program.

Our goal is to ensure that every student in the Advanced Program is not only growing as a performer but is also developing the professionalism, work ethic, and accountability that will serve them throughout their acting career.

THE ADVANCED PROGRAM AUDITION PROCESS

Think you’re ready to take the next step in your acting journey? Before requesting an audition, please ensure that:

  • You are currently represented by a talent agent.
  • You are prepared to commit fully to the expectations and professionalism required of the Advanced Program.


If you meet both of the above requirements, please complete the Advanced Class Audition Request form below and include: 

  • Actor’s First & Last Name
  • Actor’s Date of Birth
  • Talent Agent’s Name and Agency Name
  • Date you’d like to receive audition materials, knowing you have 48 hours to submit
What Happens Next?
  • Our team will send you a set of audition materials specifically selected for the Advanced Program.
  • Actors will have 48 hours to prepare and submit their audition.
  • Submissions will be reviewed and evaluated by our Advanced Program instructors.
  • Once the review process is complete, we will contact you directly to let you know whether you have been accepted into the program.
  • If you are not selected at this time, we will provide recommendations for other classes within VYAS that we believe are the best fit for your current stage of development and can help prepare you for a future Advanced Program audition.