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FDA Musical Theatre

A strong and diverse professional skill set is a must for all Musical Theatre performers, however to us that not only means being a triple threat performer but also being an individual with the ability to create and produce original and innovative work. 

Our 2-year FdA is an intensive programme that offers the opportunity for students to develop and acquire the necessary technical and artistic skills to become professional Musical Theatre performers. Alongside this it will provide you with a clear contextual understanding of the wider industry to ensure you are fully prepared to enter an ever-changing and dynamic sector. 

Throughout your training, you’ll explore the core techniques of acting, voice and dance, whilst developing a wide range of knowledge in devising, developing a production, Musical Theatre for stage and screen, audition and casting techniques delivered by a range of specialist professional practitioners. Additionally, you’ll have regular performance opportunities throughout the programme to help develop a diverse range of technical performance skills preparing you for the industry.

The successful completion of our 2-year FdA provides the platform for aspiring performers to begin their professional career in Musical Theatre. For those students wishing to continue their training there is the option to continue your training upon one of our specialist top-up pathways to gain a full BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre or specialist chosen pathway.

This course is validated by the University of Bolton.

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Year 1

Core Dance Techniques 1

History & Context 2

Acting Techniques

Singing Techniques

 

Year 2

Core Dance Techniques 2

History & Context 2

Musical Theatre Practice

Musical Theatre Performance

Requirements

104 UCAS points from at least one, but preferably two, A2-levels (or equivalent such as BTEC or HND) and experience of dance is preferred.

You will be required to attend an audition as part of the application process. The quality of the audition is the primary basis on which applicants, with at least the minimum entry requirements, are selected.

How to apply

  1. Press apply below .
  2. After your Application is received you will be sent an email and be allocated an audition date.
  3. Confirm your audition date
  4. Attend your confirmed audition date
  5. You will then receive a letter offering you a conditional or unconditional offer
  6. You must then confirm or reject your place

Please note: upon acceptance there is a compulsory enrichment fee of £275

Our Facilities

All lessons take place at  Shockout Valo Building. The Campus is situated in Old Trafford.

• 12 industry standard studios
• Library
• Changing room facilities
• Canteen
• Student area
• Wi-Fi

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Award: CertHE

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MA Dance (Specialist Title)

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BA(hons) Musical Theatre Top Up (1 Year)

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Award: BA(Hons)

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Award: FDA

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Award: BA (Hons)

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Award: BA (Hons)

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