The Poor School

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The Poor School and Workhouse Theatre is a drama school situated in King's Cross, London, England. It was created in 1986 in response to the need for a first class acting training which was financially within the reach of all or almost all.

The training lasts two years (six terms) and operates in the evenings and at weekends until the final two terms when daytime work is involved.

Entrance to the school is by audition and there is competition for places. Most students are in their early twenties, but places have been offered to many older and, indeed, younger people.

Thirty-nine students are accepted each October.