Reviews from casting directors, producers and industry professionals:
“I’m truly impressed with what Urban Young Actors is offering to students. They’re so fortunate to have both a safe space to work on their craft and take risks, but at the same time, gain exposure to the industry and insights into the life of a working actor. I can’t wait to see what they do next!”
“I gained so much confidence at Urban. It didn’t happen overnight but I gradually started to improve and enjoy myself by taking risks and acting silly. Having gained that confidence at UYA, I then succeeded in getting a place at The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts.”
“Urban are a lovely group to work with. They are attentive and responsive with some exciting emerging talent.”
“It’s really interesting now, as a musician, how something like acting and drama skills can correlate with something like music. I am really grateful for my time at Urban.”
“I had the pleasure of working with Urban Young Actors, running a series of Mischief Workshops. I have run workshops for many years, in countless places, but I’d be hard pushed to find a place that has cultivated such fertile ground for young people to express themselves. Kieran and Katie clearly have worked incredibly hard to help build trust, friendship, creativity, acceptance and FUN. The workshop I ran was advanced for their age group and I was astounded at how the kids approached the work and it wouldn’t have been possible without the foundation of trust that Urban Young Actors has built. With so many distractions in place for young people, namely social media, it restores my faith in the future of young people to know that organisations still exist that provide an outlet for expression and connection. In short, I would recommend UYA to anyone.”
“I came to Urban as a 13-year-old energetic and mischievous kid, not knowing anything about acting. Without Urban there is no way I would’ve even been able to make a dent in the industry.”
“I was really impressed by how talented and dedicated the students were. So many talented young stars! ”
“Urban has increased my confidence and depth as an actor, a performance-maker and as a person. Our sessions provided me with a real buzz and sense of belonging, and I could not imagine growing up without the refuge and freedom to play provided by Urban in my life. I have not only met collaborators who I continue to make work with but I have also made lifelong close friends. Years later I still receive support from the Urban tutors who continue to offer advice and support and forward on opportunities.”
“There are a whole host of reasons why I would recommend Urban Young Actors. Firstly, the willingness to help with finding exactly what you need for your production. Secondly, the quality of talent that they identify and nurture is of a superb level. And last but not least, they help with the process of recruiting and working with their young actors in a professional environment to an extremely helpful degree.”