A compassionate, ‘no BS’ approach to acting

At Mindful Acting, we view acting through the principles of mindfulness. Mindfulness training teaches the fundamental skills needed to succeed in acting: commitment, self-acceptance, connection, empathy, resilience, presence, and how to work with attention and awareness. 

We offer mindfulness-based acting classes, workshops and private audition coaching in Manchester

Meet Dan

Actor, director and head acting teacher, Daniel Bradford, founded Mindful Acting because it’s the way he wished he’d been trained throughout his life. He believes that the only way to lead a fully present and fulfilling life in acting is to develop a sustainable approach which takes your whole life and happiness into account.

We teach at all levels, from beginners to professional actors, for theatre, film and TV

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Introductory Acting CourseNew & Returning Actors

A complete 10-week introduction to Mindful Acting course on Monday evenings, suitable for complete beginners or actors looking to learn how mindfulness can support your craft.

Next course starts 14th September

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Actors Workout ClassAll Levels of Experience

A weekly drop-in acting class on Wednesday evenings for students to attend on a regular/flexible basis to keep your skills sharp and learn new ones. Open to beginners and experienced actors alike.

Scene Study Acting ClassesIntermediate & Advanced

Private coachingAll Levels of Experience

Dan can work with you either in-person at his Manchester studio or online. He can support you in whatever you need help with, from general acting, auditions and self-tapes to presence and public speaking, including mindfulness, self-confidence, and how to find mental peace and clarity in these difficult times. 

Students have starred…

Royal Exchange Theatre|Bolton Octagon|Hope Mill Theatre|Oldham Coliseum|HOME|Factory International|Palace Theatre|Netflix|BBC|Channel 4|Sky|ITV|Channel 5

and many more