Bristol Old Vic Theatre School Bristol Old Vic Theatre School The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School is a drama school in Bristol, England that provides training in acting for film, television and theatre. It is one of the most prestigious drama schools in the United Kingdom, founded by Laurence Olivier in 1946. The Old Vic Theatre School is an affiliate of the Conservatoire for Dance and Drama. Its higher education awards are validated by the University of the West of England, and its students graduate alongside members of UWE Bristol's Faculty of Arts, Creative Industries and Education. The School began life in October 1946, only
Old Vic New Voices Old Vic New Voices Old Vic New Voices (OVNV) is The Old Vic’s Education, Community and Emerging Talent programme. Old Vic New Voices aims to nurture talent, inspire young people and open up the theatre to everyone. They develop the next generation of theatre practitioners, many of whom go on to get major commissions, directing posts, senior management positions and become household names; they offer access and insights into theatre making for all ages and experiences; and create ambitious, innovative productions for the community. The programme was founded in 2001 by Kate Packenham, then an associate producer to Sally Greene,