Who am I?

Hi there! My name is Marnel Wessels. I am 19 years old and originally from South Africa. I am currently taking a gap year and I have completed a 6-month Discipleship Training School (DTS) with YWAM Urban Key London. I have always loved anything having to do with the performing arts. Whether it’s singing, acting or playing the guitar. I have done my Grade 5 in Singing with Trinity College Press and I’ve participated in multiple concerts where I sang and acted. I also have a big heart for people. It makes me so happy to love people the way God loves them. 

God’s calling upon my life:

Whilst doing my DTS, God revealed to me that it is His heart for me to minister within the film industry and through this revelation God has led me to the point of making a decision to receive the training to do so by applying for the 'School of Acting for the Screen' (SAS) that runs from the 7th of September till the 9th of December.

What is a SAS?

The School of Acting for the Screen is a 3-month second level school offered by YWAM Urban Key, where actors and School of Digital Filmmaking student directors team up to tell stories that are relevant and appealing to today’s audience. It offers a chance to learn about influencing the film industry with ethical principles. It also focuses on giving actors and filmmakers the necessary skills for going into the industry with biblical guidelines. 

Why SAS?

I want to sharpen my acting skills as much as possible, although it is very important for me to see God's perspective of Drama and to be able to discern properly when it comes to being led by Him vs being led by my own will and desires. I believe this school will not only equip me with a better understanding of Acting itself but it will also draw me closer to God's plan for my life. 

Costs of doing this School: 

Visa extension fees: £816 (due before the 15th August)

Accommodation (for August): £450 

School fees: £4,050 

TOTAL = £5,316