Musical Theatre BTEC National Diploma

MUSICAL THEATRE (BTEC National Diploma)

Why should I come to Pendleton College?
The Performing Arts department is a dynamic and rapidly-expanding area of the college offering students the chance to study Theatre, Music and Dance. The tutors have an enormous quantity of industry experience in preparing students for further study in Higher Education or Drama School and a career in the entertainment industry. The department offers students a rich programme of extra-curricular activity with the chance to participate in the Pendleton Season of plays and musicals, Cafe Theatre Trips and an exchange programme with the U.S.A. The department has gained a reputation as an exciting place to study. The Eccleston Theatre is possibly the best-equipped college theatre in the area. This year we are offering several challenging, varied and enjoyable new courses to take you to the next step towards achieving your dreams.

What will I study?
This is a two year course which is equivalent to three A-Levels. This diploma really prepares you for either university or drama school and a career in the entertainment industry. Units studied include:

• Solo Singing
• Acting
• Contemporary Dance
• Jazz Dance
• Audition Preparation
• Ensemble Singing
• Tap
• Voice
• Physical Theatre

What will I achieve?
The equivalent of three A-Levels with the opportunity to apply for university or drama school. A good grounding in performance skills plus the inevitable growth in personal confidence and communication skills necessary for any career.

How is the course assessed?
Students study eighteen units over the two years that are continually-assessed and moderated. The course is predominantly practical but you will be expected to present evidence of your course work that may be in the form of a log, video or sound recording.

What else will I do?
You will be able to develop your special interest skills in acting, music or dance, visit the theatre, take part in productions in the Ben Kingsley Theatre and on tour and be very active in a whole range of performance and enrichment activities. You will be part of the Pendleton Theatre Company, a very exciting team!