We will help you to develop your understanding of today’s performance industry, providing context and integrity to your practical work in acting, movement, voice, singing and music.

During the course you will gain:

• an exciting and demanding training in professional actor musicianship
• training as an actor-musician that will help you to integrate your skills in acting, singing and instrumental playing
• the industry knowledge you need to develop a career in professional performance
• the skills to perform within all styles of theatrical performance.

We offer a range of optional ensembles, which you are encouraged to participate in (depending upon your interests and time restraints).

• Camerata – orchestra
• Stage Band
• Percussion Ensemble
• Jazz Vocal Ensemble
• LCM Chorus
• Opera Performance
• Dance Society
• Musical Theatre Society.

You will receive one-to-one instrumental lessons on the instrument of your choice.

The teachers on this course are leading practitioners, many of whom still work in the industry. Their expertise and advice will aid your personal and professional development.

During the first two years of your training you will study the work of European artists, including Konstantin Stanislavski, Sanford Meisner, Uta Hagen and Katie Mitchell. You will also have classes in:

• general musicianship
• individual instrumental work
• singing * acting through song
• ensemble music-making.

Your second year will focus on extended modes of performance, such as Epic Theatre, Restoration Comedy, Greek Chorus and Shakespeare. Your musical development will include skills in direction, composition and singing.

In your third year you will have the opportunity to work with leading industry professionals in masterclasses and workshops. You will also be able to act in, and create the music for, two full-length productions and take part in an agents’ showcase in the West End.

Progression Some of the most popular careers for our graduates include acting for theatre and theatre for young audiences. Once you complete this course you could go on to:

• act in West End and regional professional theatre
• musical direction * compose
• teach (following the successful completion of a PGCE) * perform in physical and devised theatre
• work in related creative industries.

Alternatively, you may want to explore a related area of study.