Cleo=pattie

I have some knowledge of the London Drama Centre. It is predominantly an acting school and focusses heavily on dance and physical theatre. The Directing course is extremely intensive as it is expected that candidates will do all the same classes as the actors (40 hours + per week) and then directing on the top.

The directing element is heavily influenced by the theories of one of the schools founders and is rather esoteric.

I wouold only recommend it to someone who is seriously dedicated to directing physical theatre but go and see their work at the Cochhrane Theatre and form your own judgement

Several Universities do BA courses in performing arts which are less intensive and acting oriented. Rose Bruford has already been mentioned and I would also suggest London Metropolitan, Manchester, Carlisle and London Goldsmiths.

Of course the best way in is just to start in and find a company that need a director. (you might need an equity card)

good luck