Aspiring young actors eager to attend drama school or snap up theatre roles can attend a masterclass in Auditions.

Swindon's Prime Theatre is running the masterclass for young people aged 14 plus on Saturday, January 28. The workshop will be led by professional director, and writer Marnie Forbes-Eldridge. It will be exploring character and context of speeches.

Carli Green, Prime Youth Theatre member, said: “This masterclass is a great chance for those who aren’t involved with Prime Theatre or those wanting to go into theatre to give it a go. I don’t think I could go anywhere else for acting, design, scriptwriting and technical theatre all under one banner.”

Joining Prime Theatre on a three month placement is Olly Webb, 21, from Purton. Olly will work alongside theatre professionals to gain insight into the work of a theatre director. He was awarded the place through the Regional Theatre Young Director Scheme.

Olly said: “I am incredibly excited to start this wonderful opportunity. The team at Prime Theatre show how much Swindon has to offer.''

Tickets to attend the masterclass cost £15 for those not a member of Prime Youth Theatre. For more details or to book a place call 01793 614864. - Flicky Harrison