MX Acting Classes For Teenagers Aged 12-15 in London
FOCUSED ACTING TRAINING FOR YOUNG PERFORMERS READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP
A faster-paced, professional-standard programme for teens ready to push their acting further, built around focused technique, screen and stage craft, and regular masterclasses with world-class teachers and industry guests. The next step up from our junior classes, in the same supportive, no-shouting environment.
- Acting & Drama
- World-class Teachers
- Scene Work
- Screen Acting
- Character Work
- Confidence Building
- Friendship & Belonging
- Creativity
- Voice & Expression
- Taster Day
WEEKEND ACTING CLASSES FOR TEENAGERS
TRAINING THAT BUILDS REAL SKILLS, FAST
Our acting classes for ages 12-15 take place every Sunday, giving teens a regular space to develop technique while keeping weekdays free for school, homework and family life. Sessions combine character work, scene study, storytelling, voice and screen craft with regular guest masterclasses from working industry professionals. The pace is quicker and the standard is higher than our junior classes, while keeping the same supportive environment that helps students take real creative risks.
Regular Industry Guest Masterclasses
Direct exposure to working actors, directors and casting professionals
Screen & Stage Side By Side
Camera technique and live performance skills built in parallel
Small, Focused Groups
Fast progress through close attention and honest feedback
OUR STUDENT'S SUCCESS IN FILM & TV
MX Masterclass students have gone on to big things, whether that be appearances in major musicals, films, TV shows or being accepted into prestigious higher education establishments.
For our 12-15 acting students, success is about building strong foundations for what comes next. This may mean growing in confidence, developing clearer communication, learning how to create believable characters, preparing for performance opportunities or beginning to think more seriously about future acting, screen or theatre training.
We’re proud of all our Emmys, and our young teen actors are supported to train with focus, imagination and self-belief every week.
Film & TV
- Warner Bros – Wonder Woman
- MGM – Tomb Raider
- Netflix – Geek Girl
- BBC & Netflix – A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder
- Altitude Films – Horrible Histories The Movie
- ITV – Finding Alice
- HBO – Game of Thrones
- HBO – House of the Dragon
- Netflix – Anastasia
- Shout Studios – The Magic Flute
- Sky Atlantic – The Tunnel
- Columbia Pictures – Holmes and Watson
- Netflix – Safe
- BBC – New Blood
- ITV – Mr Selfridge
- BBC – Casualty
- Singer Films – Amber
- BBC – Eastenders
- CBBC – The Worst Witch
- CBeebies – Space Pirates
- CBBC – The Dumping Ground
Drama Schools/Colleges
Our Emmys
Students call themselves "the Emmys," a supportive community built on Love, Respect & Positivity, with access to the Emmy Zone insider portal
Real Credits
MXM students have featured in productions including Wonder Woman, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, Heartstopper., and many, many more!
Camera-Ready Skills
Regular on-camera practice and industry masterclasses build confidence for self-tapes and real auditions
HOW OUR ACTING TRAINING WORKS FOR YOUNG TEEN PERFORMERS
VOICE & EXPRESSION
Acting helps students learn how to use their voice, body and facial expression with more control. They develop clearer communication skills while becoming more confident performing in front of others.
SCENE WORK
Students work on scenes and performance exercises that help them listen, respond and stay present with other actors. This develops focus, timing, confidence and the ability to perform naturally within a group or partner scene.
SCREEN ACTING & ACTING FOR CAMERA
Students develop skills that support both stage and screen: reacting naturally, understanding character choices and expressing emotion with confidence. We record scenes as they would be shot on set, so students build real confidence in front of a camera.
CHARACTER WORK
Students are encouraged to go deeper into character, emotion and intention. They begin learning how to make stronger performance choices, understand different perspectives and bring more truth to the characters they play.
CREATIVITY CONFIDENCE & TEAMWORK
At this age students become more aware of how they present themselves and work with others. Training builds confidence, creative risk-taking, listening, focus and resilience, with expectations rising gradually as ability grows.
CONTINUOUS DEVELOPMENT
Each term introduces new scenes, exercises and creative challenges, helping students keep progressing as their confidence, acting technique and performance skills grow.
OUR TEENAGERS ACTING COURSE BREAKDOWN & OPPORTUNITIES
Where Are We?
In The Heart of the West End, in the world-famous Old Diorama Arts Centre!
Term Dates
Develop Your Screen Acting Skills
What Our Students Learn On The MX Acting Course
- Script analysis
- Character development
- Improvisation
- Voice and movement
- Screen acting fundamentals
- Audition technique
- Confidence and communication
What You Get Each Week
Technique Training
Practical exercises designed to strengthen each individual’s performance and acting skills.
Scene Work
Work on contemporary and classical material.
Screen Acting
Regular camera-based exercises and feedback.
Industry Masterclasses
Audition skills, self-tapes and career guidance from our regular coaches and guest teachers including acting directors, directors, agents and other screen actors!
VIP Guest Masterclasses
Up-to-the-minute advice, tips and techniques from our guest teachers including casting directors, directors, agents and other screen actors!
Cost Per Term With 0% Interest Pay in Instalments Available
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Full and Half Scholarships Available
Scholarship places are limited and are awarded based on a student’s audition
How We Choose Students
TASTER DAY AUDITIONS
Our taster days double as a relaxed, informal audition, a chance to get to know each child and see how they respond in the room. We’re not looking for polish. We’re looking for potential, enthusiasm, creativity, focus and a genuine love of performing. Places are limited each term, so we consider each student carefully before offering one.
OUR ACTING STUDENTS - WE CALL THEM THE EMMY'S
BECOME PART OF THE FAMILY
When you join MXM, you instantly become part of the family. Students affectionately call themselves the “Emmys,” a name they voted for that stuck. Becoming an Emmy introduces your child to a bunch of like-minded friends who often become life-long friends beyond their Sunday classes, plus access to the Emmy Zone, an insider portal of useful MXM info.
Love, Respect & Positivity are the three words behind how our teachers and students work together. We take care of each other and celebrate every success; we share equal respect between students and teachers, with mentors who guide gently and never shout; and we stay positive, taking the lesson from every week no matter how big or small.
WHAT OUR EMMYS & PARENTS SAY ABOUT MX MASTERCLASS
We asked our Emmys & parents what they think about MXM.
MEET THE TEAM
Taught by Professionals
Our teachers bring real acting and industry experience into every class, helping children develop genuine skills in a warm, encouraging environment, with no shouting, ever.
QUESTIONS WE GET ASKED ABOUT OUR ACTING COURSE FOR TEENAGERS
These are questions asked by both parents and students looking to join our MX Acting Classes for ages 12-15.
Is this course suitable for a teenager looking to get into acting?
Yes. Students do not need any previous acting experience. This course is suitable for beginners who are ready to focus, learn and take acting seriously in a fun and supportive environment
Is this course suitable for students who already act or perform?
Yes. Even though this course welcomes becomes our West end tutors and Michael have designed this course to take students who already take part in school productions, drama groups, performing arts classes or creative projects onto the next level in their acting careers.
What will students learn?
Students will develop acting, drama, character work, scene work, storytelling, voice, expression, communication, teamwork, confidence and performance skills.
Does this course help with auditions?
Yes. While this course is not only for audition preparation, we will teach the skills required to be successful in an audition. We will teach them how to shoot their own self tape and the things that auditoners look for.
Does this prepare my child for screen acting and film?
Yes. The MX Acting course for ages 12- 15 helps students build foundations that are useful for both stage and screen acting. Through character work, storytelling, scene exercises and performance training, students learn how to listen, respond naturally, express emotion and feel more confident performing in front of others. These skills are a valuable starting point for young performers interested in film, television or acting for camera. We even shoot scenes on camera to ensure students get used to cameras on set.
Is this course more advanced than the 9-11 acting class?
Yes. The 12-15 course is designed as a step up. It still feels supportive and inclusive, but students are introduced to more focused acting training, stronger performance technique and higher expectations. However, it is still suitable for teenagers who are looking to start acting at an older age.
Do students need to be confident already?
No. Confidence is something we help students build. The course supports both naturally confident performers and students who need more encouragement to express themselves in front of others.
Can students try a class first?
Yes. Students can register for a free taster day before committing to the full course.
FIND US IN THE WEST END
Our mx acting classes take place in The Heart of the West End, in the world-famous Old Diorama Arts Centre, London