MUSICAL THEATRE - BA(HONS)
Performing Arts : Higher Education
This course is designed as a third year practical and theory based programme for students who have completed an HND or Foundation Degree, or two years of a BA programme in a related discipline. Tutors at this advanced level have very high level expertise and experience in their subject area, and often are professionals currently working in the industry. The course is also supported by visits from visiting practitioners, such as casting directors and agents.
Content
Typically, modules may include:
Core modules:
o Critical Theory & Dissertation
o Major Theatrical Production
Optional modules:
o Integrated Disciplines in Musical Theatre – A practical based module which explores the skills and theoretical underpinning of the contemporary musical theatre performer. Advanced Acting, Advanced Dance and Advanced Singing form part of this module.
o Musical Theatre Performance Studies – A practical based module which explores the skills needed to work in contemporary theatre both as a musical theatre performer and in drama. Advanced Singing, Advanced Acting and also Script and Text Analysis form part of this module.
The Critical Theory and Dissertation module underpins and contextualises the study throughout the year, bridging the gap between the typical HND or Foundation Degree experience and this necessarily more academic final year of undergraduate study. The Dissertation enables you to explore an aspect of the performing arts which inspires you.
The year culminates in the Major Theatrical Production Module, in which you undertake a large scale piece of theatre, usually performed at a professional venue.
Specialist facilities / resources / services
Amersham Campus has a 120 seat theatre and a smaller drama studio, and at Chesham a large drama/dance studio. In addition, our rehearsal/teaching space comprises two smaller dance studios, a lecture room and black box drama studio. Most rooms have pianos and audiovisual equipment and you may book time in college spaces for private rehearsal and practice as required. You also have access to a range of resources at BCUC.
Employment / Progression
Before leaving the course, you prepare for earning and keeping professional employment (e.g. assemble design portfolio, rehearse/perform selection of audition pieces, cultivate interview skills, develop professional behaviour, assemble CV, design website, etc). You will have a BA(Hons) degree, which will gain you access to a range of postgraduate courses including Masters degrees and PGCE. Students interested in theatre education are encouraged to enrol for the PGCE course on completion of this course.
| UCAS Code: |
WW43 |
| Duration: |
1 year fulltime |
| Location: |
Chesham |
| Fees: |
Proposed as £1625 for 2010/11 |
| Entry Requirements: |
Candidates will be offered places primarily upon a successful audition/interview. However, candidates would normally be expected to have achieved an HND, Foundation Degree or equivalent qualification prior to entry. |
| Open Days: |
See this website or call 0800 614016 for details. |
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