Amber James | BA Acting

Supported by the Guildhall School Trust
Why did you choose to come to the Guildhall School?
Guildhall’s energy was so unique and captivating. I knew this was where I wanted to train.
What’s the best thing about studying here?
The teachers have such passion for the craft, their expertise and immense care for the work and the students is outstanding. We have amazing movement, voice and acting classes and work on fantastic plays so you’re constantly discovering more versatility, truth, power and imagination in your acting.
What do you plan to go on to do?
In the future I’d love to play as diverse a range of roles as possible, and I believe the training I’ve been so privileged to receive here will stand me in really good stead for my career.
How has being awarded a scholarship helped you during your time at the Guildhall School?
My training at Guildhall has been incredible, and the scholarship assistance I have received has helped lift the huge weight of financial difficulties off my shoulders, enabling me to fully immerse myself in my acting work without those burdens. I am forever grateful for the help I have been given, it has made such a difference to my training experience.