Performing Arts - Musical Theatre Level 3 Study Programme

This musical theatre course, at Mechanics’ Performing Arts, is for those who wish to pursue a career in the ever expanding and increasingly popular industry of musical theatre. It is a unique course that focuses on rigorous training in the three art forms of dance, drama and singing, alongside vocational and academic study that supplements and supports the practical learning. There will be a wide range of opportunities for you to perform in our professional theatre, alongside chances to attend professional performances in both regional and national venues. You will be taught by industry experienced tutors alongside visiting professionals working in the West End and nationally.

Future Career and Earning Potentials:

Actor/Entertainer - Variable

Stage Manager £18K-£45K

(Source: National Careers Service)

Please Note: Work placement opportunities will be available at all levels.

What you will study

Jazz technique

Singing skills

Acting styles

Audition preparation

Choreographic projects

Performing Arts business

Devising performance material

Historical context of performance

Live performances

Industry related work experience

You’ll be assessed through performances, practical and theoretical based project work.

4 GCSEs 9-4, including English or maths

OR

4 GCSEs 9-4 and Level 2 in either English or maths

OR

Successful completion of Level 2 or equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE English or maths at grade 4 or Level 2 English or maths

PLUS

Satisfactory interview/audition

Further study

On completion with the appropriate pass and English and maths grades you can progress through the levels.

HND Diploma in Musical Theatre, Dance or Acting, offered at Wakefield College. Other HE courses in musical theatre, acting, dance, performing arts, education and the arts.

Career Opportunities

You may find work within a wide range of performing arts roles such as a musical theatre performer, actor, dancer, performer, playwright, director, community arts worker, teacher, entrepreneur.