Theatrical Costume, Hair and Make Up Level 3

You will develop your Production Arts skills initially with classroom activities and will progress to working on real productions given by the Leeds City College Performing Arts students. You will design hair, costume and make-up for shows and will work closely with the cast members to realise your designs for the stage. During show weeks you will experience the fast pace of a real working theatre environment with the opportunity to experience additional roles such as Stage Management, Props, Front of House and Box office. Be prepared for exciting challenges, for hard work and long hours as you manage all the backstage requirements of a real live show performed to a paying audience. As you develop your own individual talents and interests you will gain an appreciation of the importance of team work in the creative industries. Year One Study Units: The Historical Context of Peformance Performing Arts Business Production Workshop Make-up Application Skills and Creative Uses in Performance Special Effects Make-up Hairstyling for Performers Stage Costume Making Stage Costume Design Design Drawing Development Year Two Study Units: Production for Theatre Production Planning Make-up for Performers Stage Wardrobe Management Fantasy Hair for Performers Design Methods Props Making Event Management Working Freelance Mixed Unit This course enables you to experience a wide range of backstage roles in the theatre and is designed for students wishing to make their career in the theatre or related industries. The course gives you the opportunity to develop your skills with real production experience of the backstage roles that are essential for the staging of a successful performance. You will gain insight into the different career paths available in this busy and exciting industry and will build a portfolio of work to showcase your talents for future educational or employment opportunities. 5 A*-C GCSEs including English or equivalent and a successful interview. Portfolio of creative work. Most of our students tend to go onto Higher Education to study degrees in various backstage areas including: