Ready to learn acting?
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of acting? Our 12 month Acting for Film & Television program is designed to provide aspiring actors with the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to thrive in the dynamic and competitive entertainment industry.
This hands-on program covers the key skills you’ll need to get noticed and land your dream role, including:
- A variety of acting techniques including specific techniques required across film, television and stage
- Voice and speech skills including articulation, dialect, and breathwork.
- Physical body awareness and development
- How to effectively communicate with actors, directors, crew, audience, and with the camera.
- An understanding of industry standards for auditions including the creation of a demo reel, voice over reel, head shots, and resume
- The ability to analyze scripts and develop complex characters
Our Grads Power the
Arts & Tech Economy
CAT’s creative and technical programs are directly connected to a creative sector that makes a $6 Billion contribution to the British Columbia economy every year. Graduates from our 2D and 3D animation, filmmaking, graphic design, audio engineering and other programs are among the over 120,000 skilled arts and tech workers employed provincially in this vibrant, constantly growing ‘creative economy’. Over the years, hundreds of CAT animation graduates have made their mark on the industry, contributing their skills and creativity to numerous award-winning projects. Industry accolades include five Oscar-winning works and over 40 movies, TV shows and games that have garnered Emmys, BAFTAs, and Game Awards including Game of Thrones, Fortnite and Spider-Man: No Way Home just to name a few!
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Industry Connections
Entertainment industry professionals as your Instructors and mentors.
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Hands-on Learning
Courses designed to put you in the middle of the action!
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A Focus on You
With small class sizes, you’ll get the personalized support and feedback you need to succeed.
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Ready? Set. Go!
You’ll finish the program with a professional demo reel, voice over reel, head shots, and resume!
FAQs
Let's Get you answers
It’s always a benefit to have previous experience, but we’re happy to say that it is not a requirement for admission into this program. This hands-on program has been designed to walk you through all the skills you’ll need to succeed in this competitive industry.
For complete program details, including Admission Requirements, please reach out to a Program Advisor by completing an online inquiry form.
Yes. When you apply, you will be asked to submit a video recording of yourself demonstrating your acting chops! Show us what you’ve got!
For further details on putting together your acting audition video or other admission requirements, please reach out to an Acting for Film & Television Program Advisor at 1.866.860.2787 or by filling out our contact form.
All of College for Art and Technology’s programs are backed by a designation through the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit and British Columbia’s Education Quality Assurance Program. For additional information on our designation, please visit our Designation page.
Our Program Advisors would also be happy to provide additional details on CAT’s accreditation. Complete an online inquiry form, and a Program Advisor will follow up with you!
There are a number of reasons why CAT’s acting program stands out among the competition, including small class sizes taught by working entertainment pros, mentorship, financial advising and support, and ongoing career guidance. Also, as a small and nimble institution, we have the ability to quickly adapt, giving our students the benefit of the latest industry trends and technology!
Our Program Advisors are very knowledgeable and can share more in-depth program details. To contact an Advisor, complete an online inquiry form, and an Advisor will follow up with you.
We maintain close connections with our entertainment industry partners and studios. Throughout your program, you’ll have info sessions with industry guests and through your employability classes, you will learn how to showcase your skills in a way to get you the best roles.
After graduation, you can count on continued support from our Education and Student Services team who will share acting job opportunities with you and provide connections and resources to help you land your dream role.
A typical day in the life of an Acting for Film & Television student at CAT is dynamic, with classes taking place in a variety of spaces across campus. Schedules vary by quarter, but this provides a general sense of what you can expect.
If you drive, you’ll park in the designated student lot and walk through Landmark Plaza to campus. Those who choose to walk, bike, or take transit will find the campus easily accessible, with a short and convenient route from nearby stops and bike storage areas.
Your day might begin with an Acting Techniques class, where you focus on building core skills such as memorization, character objectives, and performance analysis. These sessions are designed to deepen your understanding of character development and strengthen your on-screen presence.
Between classes, you may have time to review material or rehearse with classmates in the student lounge. When it’s time for a break, the surrounding Landmark Plaza offers a range of dining options.
Later, you might attend an Improvisation class, exploring techniques that enhance adaptability, creativity, and responsiveness in performance. This is followed by Movement, where you develop physical awareness and work collaboratively on exercises such as choreography and blocking.
After classes, many students take advantage of Kelowna’s local arts scene, including live performances and events at venues like the Kelowna Actors Studio.
Each day brings new opportunities to refine your craft, collaborate with peers, and grow as a performer.
If you’d like to experience it firsthand, you can connect with a Program Advisor to schedule a campus tour or arrange to observe a class.
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Why the Best Choose Us
We understand that choosing a post-secondary school is a big decision that usually involves input from some of the most important people in your life. Tuition considerations, support after graduation and key industry connections – these are all part of choosing the best acting school for you. Here are a few reasons why you’ll be happy you chose College for Arts and Technology:
Finance Options
Hands-on, employment-focused education.
Employment-focused programs delivering the soft skills you need for lasting career success and hands-on experience with the latest, industry-standard techniques. Your acting career starts here!
More one-on-one time with your Instructors and mentors.
Small class sizes mean you get more facetime and critical feedback from your education team, to achieve real growth and success.
Personalized support from start to finish.
Financial guidance? We’ve got you covered. Career advice after graduation? We wouldn’t have it any other way. You’re more than a student number to us. We create a personalized experience that you won’t get anywhere else.
Quality you can fact-check.
College for Arts and Technology holds a full designation through Education Quality Assurance and the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit. You’ll only get the best at College for Arts and Technology.