BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen Self-Tape Guidance

Everything you need to know about your self-tape audition for the BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen course.

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Everything you need to know about your self-tape audition for the BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen course.

BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen Self-Tape Guidance

Thank you for your application to the University of East London. As part of the admissions requirements you are required to send a self-tape for us to assess your work.

What will be required?

The recorded self-tape must consist of three parts:

  1. An introduction about yourself
  2. Your monologue
  3. A sight reading of the film script “HER” choosing to play either of the character roles.

    HER sight reading script

What do you need for the self-tape?

Tips for delivery:

  • Do not refer to any notes or script for the monologue and introduction.
  • Look directly into the camera for the introduction.
  • Deliver your monologue either with your eyeline slightly off-frame (i.e. not down the lens) or directly to camera. If possible, have someone standing just to side of the camera, out of shot, for you to talk to.

Tips for recording your audition video:

  • Your audition video can be recorded using a smartphone camera (i.e. iPhone, Samsung, Huawei, etc.). You do not need a professional grade camera.
  • When recording your audition video, try to use a room that has privacy, some space to move and very little or no background noise.
  • If possible, position your equipment in front of a plain wall and place it so that the main light source comes from behind the camera and that the image clearly shows your head, shoulders and torso.
  • Do not stand too far away from the camera or in front of a window as this will create a silhouette and we may find it difficult to see you.
  • If you are using a smartphone, to maintain a steady image, it should ideally sit on a tripod (or similar device) or ensure it is on a stable surface where it cannot move.
  • If you are filming your submission in one continuous take, leave a brief pause between the end of your first speech and the beginning of the reading.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for applicants that are ready to enter an Actor Training. We are looking for applicants that care and are passionate about performance and acting. Applicants who have an open mind and are curious to learn, study, value and explore all forms and styles of acting technique. Applicants who are able to follow instructions and respond to advice and feedback offered. A professional and mature approach to both practical and theoretical perspectives on an actor's process and are ready to grow through the programme.

What happens after you send your self-tape

We will notify you of the outcome of your interview through your UCAS Track or we will send you an email with our decision. If you receive a place, you will be required to accept/decline your place as per UCAS deadlines/the deadline in your email. You are also welcome to attend our offer holder or open days to gain more understanding of the course.

We look forward to meeting you