Level Three BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (including dance and drama)

Mandatory units:

• Performance workshop (developing practical performance skills in acting or dance)
• Performing to an audience (rehearsals, workshops and shows)
• Performing arts business (Arts Council funding, supporting yourself in the industry)
• Principles of acting (for the acting specialism)
• Musical theatre performance (for the acting specialism)
• Musical theatre performance (for the musical theatre specialism)
• Movement in performance
• Rehearsing for performance

Specialist pathways include:

• Classical and contemporary theatre
• Musical theatre
• Physical theatre
• Performance
• Variety performance
• Film and TV acting
• Choreographing
• Applying contemporary dance
• Jazz dance
• Tap dance
• World dance
• Urban dance
• Vocal coaching and recording

This course is assessed through practical activities and written coursework depending on the subject matter. Coursework and practical assessments are based on realistic workplace situations and live assignments where appropriate.

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