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Performing Arts

Gain experience, confidence and qualifications in a range of dance, drama and music based courses. We have established our reputation over the years for encouraging and developing Britain's future performers, technicians, directors and producers. Facilities include our own 120- seat theatre, a studio theatre and a dance studio.

Arts and Media - Level 1

This course is ideal if your GCSE results were in the E-G range, or if you never took them at all. It is run by the Learner Support team and concentrates on the functional skills of literacy, numeracy and ICT, but with a bias towards the Creative Industries....

BTEC First Diploma - Performing Arts (Acting)

This course can be described as a taster for entering the world of performing arts or the entertainment industry. The course involves the study of drama, dance, and stagecraft most of the time you will be learning through practical assignments. The skills...

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting)

If you have aspirations of becoming a stage, screen or TV actor then this qualification could put you on the first rung of the ladder. You’ll need some experience and knowledge of acting through school GCSE, or external drama/theatre group involvement....

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre)

If you have skills in singing, dancing and acting and you dream of a performing in musical theatre shows, then this could be the course to help you develop your talents and realize your dreams. You need energy, commitment and enthusiasm and in return...

BTEC National Diploma - Performing Arts (Production)

If you’re interested in live theatre, not as a performer, but as the important person who ‘makes it all work’ then a qualification in Technical Theatre could be the right stepping stone to a career in stage management, technical operations or a range...

Performing Arts (Dance) - BTEC National Diploma

If you have some experience of Dance as a member of a youth company, as a competitor or as someone who has taken graded dance examinations, then the National Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance) may be what you are looking for. If you are also considering...

Performing Arts - BTEC Introductory Diploma

This level 1 course offers a broad introduction to the performing arts and music industries. The course provides an opportunity to learn new practical skills and to develop personal skills for future education and work. There is a range of specialist...


Tel: 01494 585555
Fax: 01494 585566

Campuses are open:
8.00am - 6.00pm Mon-Fri
(to 9.30pm for evening classes)