At the Guildford School of Acting, we believe the performing arts have the power to inspire change, challenge perspectives, and bring people together. Social impact is central to our teaching, creative practice, and engagement with communities, shaping how we connect locally, nationally, and internationally.

Through collaboration, outreach, and purpose-driven performance, we aim to amplify voices, widen access, and create meaningful, lasting impact. As part of the University of Surrey, our initiatives and impact can be found in the Widening Participation & Success 2024/25 report.

GSA Public Engagement in 2019-20

  • 102 live public performances
  • 6,532 attenders
  • 77 guest artists
  • 2 virtual events
  • 2,536 views of virtual events
  • 129 school children engaged with activities
  • 400 children and young people attended weekly Saturday classes

Scholarships and Bursaries

  • 35 Scholarships/Bursaries awarded (criteria based in part upon financial need) for 2020-21
  • £65,250 awarded in scholarships/bursaries for 2020-21
  • 54 Scholarships/Bursaries are being offered for 2021-22
  • £110,650 value of scholarships/bursaries offered for 2021-22