Federation of Drama Schools Insight Day

Want to find out more about the UK’s top drama schools and training for careers in the creative arts? We are delighted to be hosting our fourth Federation of Drama Schools Insight Day for the South Coast on Monday 19 October 2026 at Mayflower Studios.

This is a fantastic FREE event for students to gain insight into training opportunities with drama schools and conservatoires as well as learning about auditions, self-tapes and life as a student at a top UK drama school. Last year we were thrilled to host 15 drama schools and conservatoires from the Federation, and we were lucky enough to have 341 students join us from across 11 schools and colleges for an inspiring day.

This free event is exclusively for sixth forms and colleges on the South Coast, however group booking is required.

There are three different pathways to choose from at the point of booking: Acting, Musical Theatre and Dance. Each pathway will enable students to take part in a practical workshop from a drama school, a panel discussion and the opportunity to meet drama schools at our Training Fair marketplace.

If you are bringing a cohort of students across three pathways, you will need to provide a staff member to accompany each cohort as they will be split up around the building into their activities.

Please note that there will be filming and photography throughout this event.