Drama Foundation - Musical Theatre

Program Overview

The Drama Foundation - Musical Theatre program is a three-term training program designed for aspiring performers. It provides specialized training in acting, singing, and dance, preparing students for drama school and university auditions. The program features up to 25 hours of contact time with teaching staff per week, including one-to-one sessions and small class groups for personalized feedback. Taught by highly trained staff with professional theatre experience, the program aims to develop students' skills, knowledge, and creativity in the performing arts.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Drama Foundation - Musical Theatre program is a three-term training program designed for students aspiring to succeed in the performing arts. It provides specialized training in musical theatre before university, allowing students to develop undergraduate skills and prepare for drama school and university auditions.

Objectives:

• Develop refined skills in acting, singing, and dance.
• Enhance knowledge of repertoire, style, and audition pieces.
• Foster creativity and artistic potential.
• Prepare students for drama school and university auditions.

Program Description:

• Modeled on Conservatoire-style training.
• Up to 25 hours of contact time with teaching staff per week.
• One-to-one sessions with acting and singing tutors.
• Weekly group classes in Acting, Movement, Dance, Physical Theatre, Text, Voice, and Scene Study.
• Small class groups for personalized feedback and guidance.
• Taught by highly trained staff with professional theatre experience.

Outline:

Subjects:

• Acting: Explores acting theory, movement, voice, and self-expression.
• Voice: Develops a healthy and robust speaking voice.
• Text: Focuses on working with words and finding the drama in any text.
• Movement: Enhances body awareness, improvisation, and movement techniques.
• Ballet: Provides a strong foundation in ballet technique.
• Commercial Dance: Introduces students to various street dance styles.
• Jazz Dance: Develops jazz technique and performance skills.
• Group Singing: Improves singing technique and ensemble skills.
• Vocal Anatomy: Explores breath and voice production.
• Play: Encourages improvisation and storytelling through play and games.
• Physical Theatre: Explores movement-based storytelling techniques.
• History of Musical Theatre: Examines the development of musical theatre from the 20th century to the present day.

Teaching:

• Up to 25 hours of tutor support per week.
• One-to-one sessions with acting and singing tutors.
• Small class groups for personalized feedback.
• Taught by highly trained staff with professional theatre experience.

Careers:

• Drama School
• Conservatoire
• University