Explore Acting with Valerie Dent
London( EC3A), Brighton and Lewes - Discover the transformative power of acting through tailored workshops and courses designed to inspire confidence and ignite creativity. An exciting and fun journey of self-expression!
Beginners Course
Perfect for those new to acting or looking to explore self-development, the Beginners course offers a fun and inspiring way to start your acting journey.
Performance Course
Designed for experienced actors, the Performance course dives deeper into the craft, building on skills developed in previous workshops with Valerie or elsewhere. One or two eves of performance in a London Studio to an invited audience. A chance to put skills into practice.
Customised Workshops
Tailored workshops focusing on voice, movement, and improvisation to enhance your unique acting style. Scenes, monologues and acting techniques explored. Monthly workshops usually third Saturday of each month. Medium sized groups. 18+ - Beginners welcomed with some drama/acting background.
One to One Private Sessions
If you are thinking of auditioning for drama school or a general audition. Or maybe starting back after a break as an actor.
As a LAMDA Teacher and Examiner I am open to taking students from Level 3 for exams. Maybe you are wanting UCAS points for University?
Or perhaps you would like to build more confidence in your presentation skills for your work.
About Me
Professional actor and qualified acting teacher and workshop facilitator
BA (Hons), Drama Dip (Mountview Theatre School - Academy) 3 years, Cert Ed, Lamda Examiner, DBS checked.
Welcome to Valerie Dent Acting Classes
Empowering Performers for Over 25 Years
With over 25 years of experience as an acting teacher and personal coach. I developed unique acting courses and workshops. My focus is to explore acting skills through voice, imagination, and physicality. Exploring scripts through Stanislavski and other techniques including improvisation. While enhancing your confidence and individual expression in a supportive and creative environment.
Student feedback
General feedback
I have had the privilege of being one of Valerie’s students for several years, having taken my first class with her in 2012 and immediately getting the acting bug. Valerie has a great ability to instil confidence in her students and encourage them to push their own boundaries and explore their own creativity, often surprising themselves at what they can do. She brings out the best in her students with her gentle encouragement and her trust and faith in their abilities, without making them feel out of their depth or uneasy.
With her kindness, her continuous support and eternal optimism.
N. Jules
Workshops
I have been a student of Valerie's for over ten years now and I have seen my acting skills come on leaps and bounds thanks to her direction. Valerie's focus on tried and trusted methods and her unfailingly encouraging and nurturing approach helps bring out the best in everyone, giving them the confidence to try new things and develop organically as an actor.
Alan Duffell
Private Sessions
Having Valerie as my lamda teacher/coach was crucial to my growth and confidence as a young actor. I was encouraged to push myself and try things that were out of my comfort zone. Valerie is a great teacher, she always knows what you need to do to improve and become the best version of your character on stage. I would always recommend her to any actors wanting to grow in their artistry.
Alice Han-Thomas
Pricing
Performance Course and Beginners
These courses run from 8-10 weeks. The Beginners is usually 8 weeks. The venue is near London Bridge/Liverpool Street. No more than 8-10 people in the groups.
From £220-250
(payable in 2 installments if preferred)
Workshops
These are normally once a month on a Saturday at London Bridge/Liverpool Street venue from 11-3pm
Next Workshop is on Saturday August 30th 2025
£50 +
Private Sessions
Depending on the type of session - acting coaching, LAMDA (prep for exams, ie: student rates), corporate presentation skills, voice work or general confidence building.
From £45 +
Monthly Zoom Scene sessions
Drama and comedy scripts
A small group so time to explore content and characters in depth.
Usually a Saturday (some weekday eves) and dates are on here or on my Facebook page (actingclasseswithvaleriedent)
From 12pm - 1.30pm (scenes are sent before the session) cost £20
If you would like to join my mailing list let me know on:
valeried15@hotmail.com