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Level 4+
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
COURSE OVERVIEW
Course code: W392
An exciting course combining strong technical training, creative opportunities and industry experience. The course programme involves the study and practice of both traditional and innovative areas of musical performance. It includes in-depth vocal training, a wide range of acting techniques and technical dance training in jazz, tap, ballet, contemporary, pas de deux and commercial.
Key features
- Taught by a dynamic course team of performers, directors and choreographers
- 11 rehearsal studios, five with sprung dance floors and mirrors
- Professional-standard theatre with industry-level equipment, recently over-hauled with new lighting and sound systems and auditorium.
- Collaboration with make-up, costume, dance, music, props and technical theatre students
- Alumni have been working in West End and UK touring shows, TV and film, in creative roles and for many of the leading cruise ship entertainment companies
Alumni include Alfie Parker (Sisteract, Kinky Boots, School of Rock, Joseph) , Blake Patrick Anderson ( Starlight Express, Be more chill, Vampire Academy) , Shaq Taylor (Hamilton, Girl from the North Country, Les Miserable) , Helen Woolf (Wicked UK) Jess Niles (Six, I’m every woman) Jacob Fearey (Choreographer -We will rock you, Close up)
FURTHER INFORMATION
Each application will be assessed individually, including a review of your grades, interview, portfolio/audition and any experience.
Typical entry requirements are below but offers may vary:
- a relevant A-Level
- or Level 3 Extended Diploma
In exceptional circumstances, if you do not meet our entry requirements, your application may still be considered if you demonstrate additional strengths and alternative evidence. This might, for example, be demonstrated by:
- related academic or work experience
- the quality of the personal statement
Audition and interview
You will also be required to audition and interview for this course.
Please prepare two contrasting Musical Theatre songs which will be sung unaccompanied. You will also be required to participate in a dance class so please bring appropriate clothing to dance in.
Potential careers
- West End or touring productions
- Dance companies
- TV/film
- Entertainer for parks and cruise ships
- Host or presenter
- Drama or dance teacher
- Director
- Choreographer
- Casting Director
- Producer
- Musical Director
- Session Singers
- Recording Artists
- Actor Musicians
We use a variety of teaching methods, including:
- practical and creative studio-based workshops
- discussions
- lectures/seminars
- tutorials
- small group study
- self-directed study
- study trips
Assessment methods vary between units but could include:
- practical work/ performances
- presentations
- journals
- research proposal
- written assignments
You are given the opportunity to perform in our onsite 160-seat professionally-equipped theatre and have the opportunity to present your skills at external venues in showcases, cabarets and fringe productions.
External opportunities have included performances at;
- Earls Court Olympia and London Excel as part of the Move It dance exhibition
- Creating and performing work at corporate events
- Voice overs and promotion videos
- Cabarets in bars and pub venues
- Modelling in catwalk shows.
- Short films and adverts
- Singing for live and pre recorded concerts
- A week long run at Edinburgh fringe
In the past few years, we have built relationships with industry professionals both in the UK and New York and have been able to offer workshops by performers, composers and directors from a wide range of high-profile West End and Broadway shows.
We have two main performing spaces on campus – ‘The Northbrook Theatre’; and ‘Studio 21′;, which are flexible and adaptable and replicate most working spaces that you will encounter in the industry.
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Financial support
The applicable fees for this course, including any available discounts, will be listed in the information above.
How to apply
Once you have created an account, you can easily apply to your chosen course and track the status of your application at any time.
HOW THE APPLICATION PROCESS WORKS
Step 1
Set Up Your Account
You’ll be prompted to create an account which will allow you to log in to our Application Tracker website whenever you wish. This will provide you with important information and you can also track the progress of your application.
Step 2
Apply
Complete each step of the application form and then submit your completed form. We’ll let you know when we’ve safely received it with an acknowledgement email.
Step 3
Application Review Meeting
Before offering you a place at college, we’ll meet with you (either in person, by telephone or online). We’ll send you a link to our booking page where you can select a time that’s convenient for you.
Step 4
Accept Your Place
Offers will be sent to you via the email address you have provided. The offer will be conditional, based on predicted GCSE grades. You’ll need to accept your offer within 14 days to secure your place.
Step 5
What next?
Once you receive your GCSE results, you’ll need to get in touch with the college to inform us of them and start your enrolment process.
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