Overview:

Our intensive, one-year Foundation Courses in Musical Theatre and Acting are designed to maximise a student's chance of getting a funded place at Dance College or Drama School.  Both the Musical Theatre and Acting courses are full time from 8.30am to 4pm Monday to Friday, with at least 27.5 hours of student/teacher contact time per week - more than most National Diploma/A-level courses.

Our tutors are hugely experienced industry experts in their field and have current experience of what the major 3-year Acting and Musical Theatre courses are looking for and how best to prepare to audition for them.

Both courses lead to the Level 4 ATCL Diploma in Performing, accredited by Trinity College London, in the relevant subject of Acting or Musical Theatre accordingly.

For both courses, term one focuses heavily on technique in all disciplines, developing the students craft and knowledge of their industry and subject. Students are also given expert advice on which colleges to apply to, how to prepare and present their applications, and what to expect at audition.

Term two continues this work with an additional focus on audition preparation and work for the ATCL Diploma examinations, which are practical, vocational exams.

Finally, term three works towards the students’ Showcase performance where they have the chance to perform in a professional theatre, working with industry directors/musical directors/choreographers etc.