Air date: 1993-10-31

Runtime: 30 min

300 applicants are intellectually and emotionally quizzed by a panel of seven.

Air date: 1993-11-07

Runtime: 30 min

It's all startling and new for Caroline, Paul and Nicola.

Air date: 1993-11-14

Runtime: 30 min

Paul disappears for ten days, a serious breach of discipline. Anthony Hopkins, Simon Callow and others assess the techniques and torture of the Drama Centre.

Air date: 1993-11-28

Runtime: 30 min

How does an actor - even if he happens to be Anthony Hopkins - deal with insecurity? Ben and Darrell have to overcome their doubts and flaws as they prepare for their first public performance.

Air date: 1993-12-05

Runtime: 30 min

Getting an agent is thought to be essential. Before an invited audience of guests and casting directors, students are each given three minutes to impress.

Air date: 1993-12-12

Runtime: 30 min

Has the three years training prepared them realistically for the world of auditions, casting directors, star parts or long-term unemployment? For one at least the fairy tale comes true.