in Leeds in Liverpool in Manchester Online
TV | FILM | THEATRE | RADIO
Nurturing talent from the beating heart of the north
Welcome to ActUpNorth
Founded in 2009 by award-winning Casting Director Peter Hunt, ActUpNorth has become one of the largest and most successful independent actor training programs outside London. We offer professional part-time acting classes in Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, and Online.
About Us
ActUpNorth offers a new, modern, and innovative approach to actor training. Our aim…
‘…to inspire and nurture talent by providing a professional and affordable outlet that enables committed and determined individuals to come together to learn the craft of acting in a safe environment’.
Over the past 15 years, we’ve redefined traditional methods to create a unique, industry-focused training program. In 2024, we launched multiACT™, our bespoke cutting-edge technology that revolutionises acting for camera classes.
Our structured curriculum ensures continuous progress, with expert guidance from our award-winning faculty—renowned actors and tutors from leading UK drama schools. Students also benefit from guest workshops led by top casting directors, agents, directors, and producers.



ActUpNorth is a Spotlight accredited training provider.
This means that upon successful completion of 2 full consecutive years of study with us you will be eligible to join Spotlight.
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Our Acting Schools
Be a part of the next intake for classes in Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester or Online
Acting Classes Manchester
ActUpNorth Manchester
Studio 4
Quebec Oppidian Works
Bury Street
Salford
M3 7DU
Acting Classes Liverpool
ActUpNorth Liverpool
Unit 325
3rd Floor
QD Business Centre
Norfolk Street
Liverpool
L1 0BG
Acting Classes Leeds
ActUpNorth Leeds
Matrix House
Goodman Street
Leeds
LS10 1NZ
Acting Classes Online
ActUpNorth Online
If you have any questions about our online acting classes get in touch today