Stage and Screen
Choose a practical, performance-based degree
Stage and Screen
Choose a practical, performance-based degree
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Perfect your performance on stage or on screen
Develop your performance skills and personal style
Train in acting, singing and dance
Perform in campus and regional spaces
Network with individuals and agencies
Stage and Screen Courses
Develop your skills in singing, acting and dance as you explore and train in stage or screen performance. Learn from industry professionals in an environment that encourages creativity.
Select a learning level
- All
- Undergraduate
- Postgraduate
BA (Hons) Acting
- Access placement opportunities including roles at Chichester Festival Theatre, Fringe, Edinburgh Festival and moreÂ
- Explore all aspects of live and recorded theatre including production, business management, critical theory and skillsÂ
- Benefit from visits from touring companies to perform, lead workshops and host post-show discussions
- Be assessed through group and individual performances, directing, presentations and creative instalments and evaluations with no examsÂ
- Discover 20th century acting techniques showcased by agents
BA (Hons) Acting for Contemporary Theatre
- Opportunities to complete industry placements with The Chichester Festival Theatre, Total Theatre Awards, Edinburgh Festival and more
- Practical programme to develop significant skills, ideas and experiences
- Benefit from professional partnerships in industryÂ
- Prepare for your career in the theatre industry
BA (Hons) Acting for Film
- Study classic and contemporary acting techniques to inform your own approach
- Learn from working industry professionals who really get to know you
- Engage in the practical aspects of filmmaking such as writing, editing and directing
- Choose from options that include film and special effects make up, street fighting, period and social dance, acting through song and horse riding (with prior proficiency).
BA (Hons) Drama, Theatre and Directing
- Work with the world renowned Chichester Festival Theatre
- Grow your directing skills
- Perform in and direct your own performance workÂ
BA (Hons) Music Performance (Film Acting)
- Join a selection of six orchestras, nine other large ensembles, five choirs and more than 70 small ensembles
- Perform work on campus, within the region and on regular overseas tours
- Train in singing or instrumental performanceÂ
- Develop practical skills in television and film acting
- Learn from a highly qualified team which includes industry professionals
BA (Hons) Music with Musical Theatre
- Take part in community outreachÂ
- Complete production work
- Discover musical theatre styles
- Opportunities to take dance and acting classes
- Choose your balance of singing, acting and dance work
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre (Cabaret)
- Train in musical theatre with specialist options in stage entertainment and performance
- Build your professional network through our industry partnerships with Talent Artistic Group (TAG) and Sonic Artists
- Spotlight accredited
- Star in our professional showcase and perform throughout your degree
- Learn from our expert and industry-active teaching staff
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre (Film Acting)
- Perform in large scale musical theatre production with full pit orchestra, set and costume, and straight plays, smaller ensemble projects and dance revues
- Train in musical theatre dance, singing and stage actingÂ
- Explore the craft of acting on camera
- Opportunities to audition for musical theatre performance projects at the Alexandra Theatre, other regional theatres and in campus performance spaces
- Learn from highly experienced practitioners in musical theatre and in film and television acting
- Discover basic filmmaking and learn to direct and edit
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre (Music)
- Study on the only musical theatre course in the UK to focus on the practical study of voice and acting through song and song analysis.
- Develop substantial skills in dance (ballet, tap and jazz), acting techniques, and contextual modules.
- Build your professional links and opportunities with our industry showcase and showreel.
- Participate in dedicated productions, concerts and projects throughout your degree.
- Fully Spotlight accredited
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre (Triple Threat)
- Audition for performance projects at the Alexandra Theatre, other regional theatres and in our own campus performance spaces
- Join performance projects including large scale musical theatre with full pit orchestra set and costume, straight plays and smaller ensemble projects
- Develop skills in technical theatre and arts management rolesÂ
- Delivered by highly experienced practitioners in musical theatreÂ
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre Performance
- Gain industry-focused acting, vocal and dance training
- 95% practical in the final year
- Guaranteed performance opportunities
- Complete a fully-practical swing project dissertation
- Take part in a graduate showcase in London and join our community of successful alumni
BA (Hons) Screen Acting and Film Production
- Gain a comprehensive screen acting training, with options to expand your skillset as a performer.
- Explore a wide range of digital film production practices, techniques, and technologies.
- Learn from award-winning and experienced staff from across the creative industries.
- Develop spotlight skills in horse riding, driving, climbing, weaponry and combatÂ
- Become part of a collaborative community and work with students from other courses.
BA (Hons) Teaching of Musical Theatre (TMT)
- Opportunities to audition for performance projects at the Alexandra Theatre, other regional theatres and in campus performance spaces
- Performance projects from large scale musical theatre productions with full pit orchestra set and costume, to straight plays, smaller ensemble projects and dance revuesÂ
- Study a range of topics with a specific focus on teaching others
- Learn from highly experienced practitioners in musical theatre
- Train in musical theatre dance, singing and stage actingÂ
Excellent levels of support
Learn from lecturers who know you by nameÂ
Our dedication to smaller classes allows our expert teaching staff to really get to know and how best to help thrive.
Our experienced staff are invested in your personal and academic development and provide excellent levels of 1-1 support throughout your studies.
Spotlight technique classes
Develop spotlight skills alongside acting, singing and dance
Choose modules to direct your studies and tailor your degree to you. You could study specialist technique modules including horse riding, period dance, street fighting, sword fighting, accents and more.
Facilities suited to your degree
Make the most of campus performance spaces including the ShowRoom and Chapel
Take advantage of the ShowRoom, a fully equipped 212-seat public theatre venue, Conservatoire, rehearsal spaces, recording studios and industry audio/visual equipment and editing technology and software.
Learn from industry professionals
Most staff work professionally in their industry as performers, theatre-makers, directors, dramaturgs and researchers
Head of Department of Theatre
Ben is an established professional Dramaturg with extensive experience of working with a range of key performance makers, and has been Head of Theatre at the University since 2004.
Showroom Administrator - Theatre (Performing Arts)/Dance
Andy is one of the Artistic Directors of Bootworks Theatre: a group of artists who work in a range of disciplines and contexts, and make a varied spectrum of work including devised performance, live art and children’s shows.
Complete industry work placements
Gain experience with professional companies
Benefit from departmental industry relationships and complete placements with companies across the world in performance, production and more.
Related departments
Music
Join the vibrant music community and study in our £4.8 million Conservatoire as you prepare to perform regionally and locally, teach, and explore the theory behind music.
Creative Industries
Kickstart your career in digital technologies and benefit from industry partnerships including Twitch and HP. Learn from award winning professionals and attended networking opportunities throughout your degree.
