Testimonials 

Belinda Hill, Belinda graduated in 2019. Originally a professional dancer and dance teacher Belinda enrolled at BAA to turn to the art of acting.  A self employed mother of two young children Belinda found the BAA course s were ideal as classes were evening and weekend based. Since graduating Belinda has made several TV and film appearances. She is now successfully teaching children’s Drama classes and continues to further her own acting career. Belinda found the BAA teaching inspirational and incredibly enjoyable.  Belinda would like to thank Gary and his staff for their dedication.

Danann Macaleer, Danann graduated in 2022. He is now an Actor/Director and a founding member of Five Jars Theatre Company. His theatre work includes, King Lear (Shakespeare at the Tobacco Factory); The Pillowman (Barbelith); Five Kind of Silence (Breakout); and The Revenger's Tragedy / Timon of Athens (Gentleman Jack). Film work includes, Cal (Bonne Idee); Will and the Worry Dolls (Max Clendaniel); Jobhunt (Sean Pearce); Euthenasia (Classroom Video).

Maria Hemming, 21/22 graduate: My training with Gary was transformational! I wanted to act professionally but I couldn't afford Drama School and owning my own small business I needed something professional but part time - the BAA one year Showcase course was the key! From that showcase I met a director and worked on my first professional Shakespeare Production. Since then things have snowballed and I now have an Agent! I am now working as a professional actor and I have Gary and his wonderful BAA Showcase course to thank for that! I highly recommend it! 

Oliver Melvin. The BAA showcase course is fantastic for those both old or young, whether you're in between drama school auditions or in between acting jobs. You will receive drama school level teaching as classes are taught by full time tutors from the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and you'll be sure to leave having acquired at least one further skill. Since starting the course I can confidently say that I have improved as an actor whilst making some very good friends which I put solely down to Gary and this course.

My name is Luke Bailey and I completed the BAA Part Time Showcase course 2015-16. The training that I received was exactly what I needed at that time as I had just graduated with a degree in Sports Coaching but wanted to apply to do an MA in acting at drama school. The course provided essential voice and movement training that really benefited my acting. Gary also helped with my audition preparation which I was fortunate enough to be offered places at East 15 and ALRA. I am now undergoing my MA in Professional Acting at ALRA where I was awarded a DaDa scholarship to help fund my further training. Thanks Gary and the BAA team.

Amelia Cox. The BAA course is exceptional, diverse, & uniquely designed to help you grow to be a professionally prepared performer in the industry. It has personally helped me through drama school auditions, by building up my toolbox, & equipping me with the right skills to become an intelligent & diverse actor. It covers all aspects of theatre with classes taught by their incredible faculty. I always come out of class feeling inspired!

Anna MacArthur. The BAA course has been an amazing opportunity for me to get back into acting training at a professional and fun level. It has made me want to study performance even further and given me the confidence to apply for auditions and drama school in the near future. I can't recommend this course [showcase] enough to anyone and everyone who is interested in acting, especially those who want to have a professional training experience and make some life long friends along the way!

Josh Jones, 20/21 graduate and winner of the 2023 Carlton Hobbs Award: The BAA Showcase Course has been one of the biggest highlights of my training as an actor. Gary and all of the other tutors’ brilliant knowledge and support have left a last impression on me and you couldn’t ask for a better environment to develop your craft. I would recommend this course to any actor who wants to increase their skill level, learn from the best and have fun!