Performing Arts First Diploma

Performing Arts First Diploma
Prospectus Code (FTB37)
Length of Study
One year.
Entry Requirements
Cost
Normally we expect to provide costumes, sets, lights, theatres, etc, but you will probably want to invest in make up to support your own performance needs. You will be expected to provide normal learning materials such as stationery.
There may also additional costs for be a professional theatre workshops or theatre visits.
The Programme
This is a full time Level 1 programme of up to 17 hours each week. The focus is on learning about the Performing Arts Industry centred around acting and theatre conventions.
The Programme Content
The course is split into six units or modules; the modules all relate to Performing Arts. Students will study areas that include or relate to Movement, Use of Voice, Rehearsal and Performance, Devising or Performing from play texts, culminating in a final major public performance that will be organised and promoted by the students themselves. The main aim of the programme is to introduce students to theatre productions and to learn how to prepare for professional performance. Students rehearse, perform, administrate and organise their own productions under staff guidance in our purpose built studio. They may also have the opportunity to paint and construct sets and props where appropriate and in some cases, light and provide sound and music for the shows.
Progression / Careers
Progression would normally be on to the National Diploma in Performing Arts based on a minimum merit grade.