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Vocational

Musical Theatre

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. You will also be invited to an audition day with more details discussed in your interview.

Assessment Method

This course is assessed by a performance.

About this course

Taught by industry professionals from Kimberley Performing Arts Centre (KPAC), this course is ideal for learners who enjoy seeing musicals, have a love for Musical Theatre and enjoy singing, dancing and acting. It is suitable for students who enjoy reflecting on performance work and developing skills as a performer. This qualification is valued by many employers recruiting for people-oriented careers. This course enables learners to build on many transferable skills including teamwork, independence and communication skills, as well as building your confidence levels, all of which are valued by employers.

Who is this course aimed at?

This course is aimed at students who:

  • Enjoy seeing Musicals and discussing performance work

  • Have a passion for Musical Theatre and an interest in singing, dancing and acting

  • Enjoy reflecting on performance work and developing skills as a Musical Theatre performer

  • Would like to develop an appreciation for Musical Theatre and live performance work

  • Enjoy working with others to produce performance material for an audience

  • Would like to study Performing Arts or Musical Theatre at university

What will you learn?

Foundation Diploma (equivalent to 1.5 A levels) Students choosing to study this size qualification will complete 2 modules, both internally assessed. - Module D: Musical theatre skill development - Module F: The performing arts industry

What skills will you develop?

  • Analysing and evaluating personal development and the performing arts industry

  • Developing live performance ideas

  • Devising original performance material

  • Responding to direction and feedback

  • Creative decision making and problem solving

  • Professional rehearsal behaviours

  • Effort

  • Resilience

  • Time management

  • Communication skills

  • Teamwork

  • Self-motivation

  • Leadership

Related Courses

Looking for something that works well with this course? Here are some related courses to consider.

Dance

Drama

Sport & Physical Activity

Progression routes

  • Drama

  • Acting

  • Musical Theatre

  • Scriptwriting

  • Directing

  • Theatre Design

  • Dance

  • Teaching

  • Choreographer

  • Performing Arts Therapy

  • Stage Management

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