Course Modules

Many courses focus on European and American traditions in musical theatre but there is also a rich and abundant source of musical traditions in Asia where music and theatre traditionally play a fundamental role in society. This module explores different […]

This module will give you an opportunity to select an area of study in an aspect of film acting, lecture presentation or written work, and to develop this over an extended period. This is an opportunity to develop an individual

This module allows you to undertake more ambitious personal development in performance across two venues and under different performance conditions. The module will work towards a staged performance for the festival circuit.

This module allows you to undertake more ambitious personal development in performance as you work as a member of a performing company. You will discuss repertoire building and the nature of the performance context, leading to a clearer view of

This module allows you to undertake more ambitious personal development in performance as you work in different venues and under different performance conditions. You will strengthen your vocal and dance techniques and explore performance skills in narrative and script work

This module will explore the skills and techniques required in production and stage management. The production planning process, logistics and transport and organisational planning will be considered alongside issues of Health and Safety. You will develop a role in which

This module will begin by setting out the basic requirements, skills and techniques applicable to props and costume. Information will be detailed on the production planning process, and the nature and function of the rehearsal environment.

Students will develop their knowledge of a variety of professional roles both in the commercial musical theatre industry and in publicly funded performance contexts.

This module builds upon the first year modules British and American Musical Theatre by relating an historical overview of the development of the genre to an examination of current trends and practices in musical theatre both here and in the

This module allows students to enhance their contribution to ensemble performance and to develop their skills in solo work in the context of a large performance project.