Extended Diploma Performing Arts (Dance) Y2

Year 1

The course involves performance work at the Sue Townsend Theatre, our professional theatre in Leicester city centre. Dance styles on the course include: contemporary dance, ballet, urban, jazz, commercial, and improvisation, as well as choreography and musical theatre. The year culminates in a final major performance which showcases the work developed throughout the course. Dancers have the opportunity to choreograph their own work and showcase their pieces at the end of the year.

You will become a member of our College dance company, Artus, and represent the College at events and competitions both locally and regionally. You will continue to develop your vocal and performance skills, working closely with Musical Theatre students to develop a broad range of skills for your future career. You will also explore skills for audition, career pathways and Business skills.

Each year we host a range of exciting master classes where visiting dance artists and companies work with you to share their industry knowledge. Additionally trips to view live performance enrich your experience and develop your understanding of the professional world of dance and musical theatre.