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Brian Timoney - Creator of Timoney Method® The UK’s #1 Method Acting and Career Launch System for Adults

Brian Timoney is the creator of Timoney Method® — the UK’s only complete acting training and career launch system designed specifically for adults who want to become professional actors in film, TV, and stage — without spending three years at a traditional drama school.

With over 30 years in the industry, Brian has worked across theatre, film, and television as an actor, director, producer, and coach. He’s personally trained over 1,300 aspiring actors — most of whom started with zero experience — helping them break into professional roles in major TV, film and theatre productions.

Brian has taught Method Acting on the BBC, worked alongside visionary directors like Ken Loach and Danny Boyle, and authored the international acting guide The Ultimate Guide to Method Acting.

If you're serious about becoming a professional actor, and ready to do what it really takes — Timoney Method® gives you the fastest, most focused path to making it happen.

Brian Timoney with Method Actor Al Pacino
Brian Timoney with Method Actor Al Pacino

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Success Stories

American Horror Story – 20th Century Fox, The Kominsky Method (Netflix), I Live With Models (Comedy Central)

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme Kamilla Alnes secured major roles with 20th Century Fox (American Horror Story) and Comedy Central (I Live With Models). This is what she said…

Wonka (Warner Bros.), Jurassic World (Warner Bros.), One Day (Netflix Series)

Freya Parker studied with Brian and secured her first TV role on ITV’s Blue Murder. She has gone on to appear regularly on TV and film, including Hollywood feature films…

We Live In Time (StudioCanal), Gangs of London (Netflix) and Hamnet

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme, Laura Guest has appeared in major TV dramas and feature films, including working opposite Florence Pugh, Andrew Garfield, Paul Mescal, Suranne Jones and Emilia Clarke.

Star Wars: Andor, Breeders (Sky), The Car (Universal Pictures), Doom: Annihilation (Universal Pictures)

“I wanted to gain more insight into the Lee Strasberg technique, but I got so much more. From this year I have not only expanded in my craft, I have…

Dune: Part Two

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme Sima Rostami secured a role in the Hollywood blockbuster Dune: Part Two. This is what she said about her experience at the studio: “It…

Our Flag Means Death (HBO), Three Days To Live (NBC Universal), Isolation (Apple TV)

Since graduating from my Ultimate Acting Programme, Damien Gerard relocated to Los Angeles and has appeared in Our Flag Means Death (HBO), Three Days To Live (NBC Universal), Isolation (Apple…

The Sandman (Netflix), The Nan Movie, Never Kiss Your Best Friend (TV Series)

Ruchika Jain completed the Ultimate Acting Programme and said this – “Great experience, learnings for life, opened a world of possibilities for me.” Ruchika Jain

Silent Witness (BBC), Cinderella’s Curse, Christmas with the Pups 2, A Positive Contribution

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme, Charlotte Jackson Coleman appeared in Silent Witness and was nominated for a Best Actress Award for her work in A Positive Contribution. She also appeared in the feature films Cinderella’s Curse and Christmas with the Pups 2.

Treason (Netflix), EastEnders

On Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme, Ade has appeared on the Netflix series Treason and EastEnders “The time I had with Brian was an amazing experience. I have learnt…

Singularity (Feature film with John Cusack)

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme Julian Schaffner secured a major role in a Hollywood movie, Singularity, opposite John Cusack. This is what he said about the programme: “What I…

BBC Series With Tom Hardy

Tim Charles was previously a barrister and decided to change careers. Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme, he won a role in a major feature film called Bitter Harvest, starring…

BBC & ITV Dramas with Maxine Peake and Stephen Graham

Graduating from the Ultimate Actiung Programme, Lisa Daintry has appeared in the major TV drama, Anne, starring Maxine Peake whom she acted opposite and Little Boy Blue starring Stephen Graham.…

Best Supporting Actor at ZAAFA Global Awards

Dean graduated from the Ultimate Acting Programme and went on to win Best Supporting Actor at the ZAAFA Global Awards for his role in Ortega and His Enemies. This is…

The Crown (Netflix)

David Kerr completed the Ultimate Acting Programme and has since appeared in the Netflix original production The Crown. “It’s been absolutely fantastic. Brian’s a really great teacher. He’s great at…

Feature Film with Ray Winstone and EastEnders

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme Luke Smith had multiple agents after him and secured a role on the BBC feature film Jawbone and starring Ray Winstone and EastEnders. He…

Best Actor At The London Film Festival

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme, Victor Ptak won Best Actor at the London Film Festival for his role in Kid Gloves. This is what he said about the programme.…

Feature Film with Anna Friel

  Graduating from our Ultimate Acting Programme, Martha Grace won the role of a lifetime in the feature film, The Look of Love, starring Anna Friel and Steve Coogan, directed…

Major Feature Film

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme Zino Ventura, starred in a major feature film called, House on Willow Street. “These people teach from the heart. You’d be silly not to…

Emmerdale, ITV

Angela Walters graduated from the Ultimate Acting Programme and won a role on Emmerdale playing Dr. Lighton and a role in the feature film Mob Handed. This is what she…

Coronation Street, ITV

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme, Linda Edwards won a guest role on Coronation Street. Linda has also appeared on various other TV, Film and Theatre projects. This is what…

National Theatre with Lesley Manville

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme Auriane Teffaf appeared at the National Theatre in the production The Visit starring Lesley Manville. This is what he said about the Ultimate Acting…

Feature Film and ITV2 Series Roles

Upon graduating from my Ultimate Acting Programme, Joelle Coutinho won a role in the hit TV series Plebs and then another in a major feature film called Fright Night. This is what she…

16 Features Films And Counting!

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme, Gareth Lawrence won a role in Stephen King’s film Night Surf and has appeared in 16 feature films. This is what he had to…

650 Days Working As An Actor

Graduating from the Ultimate Acting Programme, Marcus Massey has worked 650 days as an actor over a three-year period. He has appeared in various TV, Film and Theatre projects. His…

International Award Winning Film

Lauren Willis graduated from the Ultimate Acting Programme and has appeared in various TV, Film and Theatre projects. One of the feature films she appeared in won an International Film…

Lead Role in Feature Film

  Graduating from our Ultimate Acting Programme, Liz Mente Bishop won the lead role in the feature film, The Exorcist Chronicles. Liz came to Brian, and won a place on…

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The Brian Timoney Actors' Studio Team

Timoney Method® is a unique method acting approach that draws upon the teachings of past method acting and physical acting educators such as Yevgeny Vahktangov, Nikolai Demidov, Lee Strasberg, and Jacques Lecoq. Developed further by Brian Timoney, this approach is the “only one of its kind” and is taught exclusively at our studio. Brian is also the author of "The Ultimate Guide To Method Acting."

Established in 2006 by husband and wife team Brian and Natalie Timoney, our family-run acting studio specializes in transforming individuals into professional actors. We cater specifically to those looking to transition from their 9 to 5 jobs into the acting industry.

Brian Timoney Actors’ Studio is a haven for truly passionate, creative, and intelligent individuals with a love for acting and a sincere desire to succeed in the acting business. Our students, with their optimistic and forward-looking attitudes, gather here to progress their abilities to a top level using the Timoney Method®.

Brian and Natalie Timoney, Founders and Film Award Winners
Brian and Natalie Timoney, Founders and Film Award Winners
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Brian with Jeremy Piven “Entourage” and “Mr Selfridge”

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Brian with Maria Bello “A History of Violence” & “Secret Window”

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Brian with Paul Giamatti “Sideways” and“Saving Private Ryan”

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Brian with Sheridan Smith “ The C Word” “Mrs Biggs”

Award Winning Team

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Brian Timoney Actors Studio is a multi-award-winning producer of films, with accolades from the New York International Film Awards, Los Angeles Cinematography Awards, Swedish Film Awards and Los Angeles Independent Shorts Awards.

The genesis of our film production success lies in our extensive experience creating high-quality showreels for our students. Collaborating with award-winning writers, directors, and crew members naturally led us to produce films featuring our former students, who have also garnered awards for their exceptional performances.

Our current students benefit immensely from this legacy, enjoying the expertise of a seasoned team of professionals dedicated to crafting top-notch showreels.

featured videos

Brian Teaching Top TV Actors On The BBC

Brian Interviews Award - Winning Actor Hermione Norris

Brian At The British Film Institue: What Is Method Acting?

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