Musical Theatre BA (Hons) — 2027 entry

This Module introduces and develops students’ knowledge in secure and consistent techniques in dance and physical skills.  The module comprises of practical dance skills-based classes in Musical Theatre required for employability in the professional Musical Theatre, through the exploration and analysation of the students own natural physicality and the transformation and relevance to character, period and context. The lineage of the dance styles is understood to be complex, and care is given that each class is taught from an inclusive perspective to understand the cultural, physical, social and personal differences of learners.   The module comprises of: Jazz Ballet Tap Pilates

This Module introduces and provides students with a fundamental knowledge and understanding of primary principals of the singing voice and musicianship required for professional Musical Theatre. Classes examine the application of technical control, anatomy, technical and physiological elements of singing, use of vocal qualities, and musicianship required across a variety of Musical Theatre genres and styles.   The module comprises of: 1-2-1 Singing tutorials focussing on the individual students singing voice and technique Vocal Anatomy classes focusing on the fundaments of vocal anatomy Large and Small Group Singing tutorials in technical singing through the study of applied technique and vocal set-up Ensemble Singing classes in musicianship and ensemble vocal skill Music Skills tutorials imparting knowledge on music theory Repertoire tutorials focusing on the exploration of song styles and genres of Musical Theatre and to develop musicianship Acting Through Song to establish the integration of text, acting, music and singing skills Musical Staging Class to establish integration of acting, text, character, music and movement

This Module introduces students to the technical and practical aspects of Acting and Spoken Vocal practice.  Students explore a range of Acting theories and training exercises to encourage spontaneity, creativity, collaboration and imagination in order for the student to develop an awareness of themselves, to note their own physicality and vocal patterns and to consider the messages they may give to an audience.  The practical and anatomical aspects of Spoken Voice practice will give students the necessary tools required to begin the process toward an understanding and ownership of their own spoken voice.   The module comprises of: Applied Voice classes exploring speech sounds into text and verse, delivered from the authentic voice into accents, emotion and character Practical Voice classes exploring, developing and bringing together all elements of the spoken voice Acting Group Work Fundamentals classes exploring and developing physical acting and application of varying acting theories Screen Acting classes introducing basic performance techniques for the camera Improvisation classes exploring methods for spontaneous creativity in acting Script classes exploring acting techniques and theories through the study of specifically chosen play texts Shakespeare classes exploring contextual and character analysis, and connection with grammar, verse and text

The Module introduces students to the concepts of research, preparation, contextual discussion and artistic expression appropriate to the study of Musical Theatre and the Creative Industries.   The module comprises of: Healthy Performer classes promoting Health and Wellbeing for performers Contextual studies in the History of Musical Theatre Storytelling classes introducing the basics of devising and working as a collaborative group Greek Ensemble Classical Project promoting the basics of individual and ensemble collaboration Musical Theatre Text Project introducing basic rehearsal methods utilising a Naturalist Musical Theatre text

This module allows students to consolidate and refine a secure and consistent technique in Dance and Physical skills building upon the dance styles and techniques gained at Level 4.  The module provides the students with practical dance skills-based classes in Musical Theatre required for employability in the professional Musical Theatre, through the exploration and analysation of the students own natural physicality and a continuation of work on the transformation and relevance of character, period and context.  The lineage of the dance styles is understood to be complex, and care is given that each class is taught from an inclusive perspective to understand the cultural, physical, social and personal differences of learners.   The module comprises of: Jazz Ballet Tap Commercial Specialised Movement Skills: such as Social Dance and Double-work (pas de deux)  

This Module introduces students to a variety of professional skills required to succeed as a self-employed professional Musical Theatre performer.    The module comprises of: Two rehearsal projects (Golden Age and Contemporary), designed to simulate professional rehearsal practice utilising excerpts of multiple Musical Theatre texts and genres. One Small Scale Musical Project designed to simulate professional rehearsal practice across one full-length Musical Theatre text. Classes in Professional Development designed to give in-depth understanding and knowledge of the Musical Theatre industry.  

This Module allows students to continue their development of technical and practical aspects of Acting and Spoken vocal practice.  This module integrates Acting with Text, Voice and Body in order to acquire the requisite skills necessary to progress to Level 6 and for a career in Musical Theatre and other Creative Industries.   The module comprises of: Text and Acting classes challenging the actor in accent, emotion and character through specifically chosen play texts. Practical Voice classes progressing from Level 4 in the development of the spoken voice Screen Acting classes progressing from Level 4 in the development of performance techniques for the camera Scene Study classes progressing from Level 4 in the development of acting techniques through the exploration of specifically chosen play texts

This module provides students with an advanced knowledge and understanding of Technical Singing and Musicianship, building on learning gained at level 4.  Students advance in the exploration of individual vocal growth and development, and acquire greater understanding of the selection and delivery of varied vocal repertoire required for employability in professional Musical Theatre.  Lessons examine the application of advanced technical control, use of vocal qualities, and musicianship required across a variety of historical and cultural Musical Theatre genres and styles required for progression to Level 6 and a career in Musical Theatre and other Creative Industries. The module comprises of: 1-2-1 Singing tutorials for continued focus on the individual students singing voice and technique. Small Group Singing tutorials in technical singing through the study of applied technique and vocal set-up through various Musical Theatre styles. Repertoire tutorials exploring song styles and genres of Musical Theatre and Musicianship. Acting Through Song exploring in-depth integration of text, acting, music and singing skills. Audition skills classes imparting requisite techniques required to gain employability and how to sustain a professional career in Musical Theatre. Song and Dance classes integrating singing, dancing and acting skills at a level to fully embed stamina and resilience.

This module consolidates consistent techniques and advanced knowledge in Singing and Dance through classes that aim to secure the skills required for employable professional practice required in Musical Theatre and other Creative Industries.   The module comprises of: 1-2-1 Singing Tutorials Audition Skills (Dance) Jazz Ballet Tap

This module allows students to engage with a range of industry practices, protocols and resources in the pursuit of the skills and knowledge required to sustain a career within the professional Musical Theatre.  This module also allows students to increase their critical and realistic understanding of their present and future place within Musical Theatre and other Creative Industries.   The module comprises of: Agent Feedback Forum classes and industry event Professional Development lectures and classes Professional Profile seminars and tutorials Showcase rehearsals and filming

This module facilitates rehearsal and performance processes for three public Musical Theatre productions. The Module allows students to apply advanced understanding of techniques and sustained personal processes.  In all productions, students will experience the demands, rigours, discipline and professional standards required of the contemporary professional actor in rehearsal and performance.  Students will work with and engage with a wide professional Musical Theatre community.    The module comprises of: Full-time rehearsals for three public productions Public performances of three public productions