Full Time Performing Arts

Full Time Performing Arts

I would like a future in Performing Arts
This industry offers many opportunities whether you want to perform in front of a huge audience to rapturous applause, or to be part of the behind-the-scenes team that -makes it happen'. You'll need to be extremely dedicated and hard-working to succeed in this competitive industry, but if you're a creative individual with bags of talent you're bound to go far!

Case study

Michael Roberts
BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts (Technical Theatre)
Michael joined College straight from school and has always dreamt of working in the theatre. After completing his BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting) he decided to do a course in Technical Theatre.

OEI decided to do this course to give me a broader knowledge of the theatre and to build my CV up, that way if the acting doesn't work out at least I have the technical knowledge to help me get work behind the scenes. I love the College, the tutors are so friendly¦ and the work experience helps you to understand what it'll be like in the real world.

What types of jobs are in Performing Arts?

• Actor/actress
• Dancer/choreographer
• Singer
• Musician/sound engineer/producer
• Radio/TV presenter
• Set designer
• Lighting engineer
• Wardrobe assistant
• Dance/drama teacher
• Community arts leader

What skills/attributes do I need?
...If I want to be a performer?

• Enjoy performing in front of an audience
• Be a talented dancer, actor/actress, singer, musician
• Enjoy the arts
• Be willing to work as part of a team
• Be punctual/reliable

...If I want to work backstage?

• An interest in the backstage role lighting, sound and scenery
• Be willing to work as part of a team
• Be punctual/reliable

...If I want to work in the music industry?

• A good knowledge of music
• Enjoy making music and/or working with technology
• Be punctual/reliable