About the course

This advanced course is designed to develop and refine performing arts skills in acting, musical theatre and dance, supporting the development of performance confidence and building performance experience.

This course will encourage you to become a well-rounded performer studying;

Singing Skills | Contemporary and Jazz Dance Technique | Musical Theatre | Acting Techniques

 You will research the Performing Arts industry to understand current trends and developments and how to promote yourself. You will take part in public performance projects including Musical Theatre, Acting and Dance Showcases, a full scale Pantomime and a full scale Musical Theatre production.

Start Date/s

01/09/2025

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including English and Mathematics or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

Modules

Year 1 of your course will consist of two core modules. Module A Performing Arts Skills Development which includes: Exploring Performance Styles; Creating Performance Material and Performing for an Audience. Module F: The Performing Arts Industry; Planning a Career in the Industry. Year 2 of your course will consist of two further core modules. Module G Personal Performing Arts Profile: Using Development Plans to Refine Skills; Producing a Personal Project; Using Material for Self-promotion and Networking. Module H Collaborative Performing Arts Project: Undertaking a Defined Creative or Administrative Role; Using Creative Collaboration to Develop a Project; Producing a Collaborative Project.

Assessment

The content of your assessment will be outlined on an assignment brief; the design of these will be explained during induction. For every assessment there will be a clear deadline by which the work must be submitted to your assessor (course tutor). Your assessed work will be a mixture of both practical work aligned with an academic underpinning. Assessment work will take the form of practical and theoretical coursework. Evidence required may include the following: practical classes, workshops, rehearsals and performances, reflective milestone logs and extended pieces of writing underpinned by research. You may also be expected to produce presentations and google sites, edited video footage and voice recordings. This will be assessed internally by your tutor and verified by the awarding body.

Careers & Progression

Continue your studies to prestigious and accredited drama schools such as Italia Conti, Urdang and The Hammond studying subjects like Acting, Musical Theatre, Theatre and Performance And Media. Or move straight into employment in this exciting and diverse industry.

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