Musical Theatre [Shockout, Manchester] FdA

Our FdA Musical Theatre foundation degree covers the core techniques of acting, voice and dance while supporting you in developing a wide range of knowledge in devising and developing a production, audition and casting techniques, preparing you to a professional level. Youll study and train in purpose-built, high-specification studios at Shockouts Manchester Studios.<br/><br/>Within an ever-changing industry, its vital to ensure youre fully equipped for a long, diverse career. A strong, professional skill set covering singing, dancing and acting is essential for a musical theatre performer. Our ambition is to help you become not only a triple threat but also nurture your individual identity and ability to create and produce your own innovative work. We want to foster your skills in creative entrepreneurship.<br/><br/>Delivered by Shockout, this intensive 2-year FdA Musical Theatre course supports you in acquiring, developing and refining the technical and artistic skills essential for success on stage through professional training at level 5. Additionally, well help you gain a clear contextual understanding of the wider industry, so this foundation degree provides aspiring musical theatre performers with an ideal springboard into employment and a sustainable career in entertainment. In addition, as a foundation degree graduate, youll be able to continue your studies at an advanced level by completing a level 6 final year top-up course to gain a BA (Hons) qualification. Our BA (Hons) Musical Theatre (Top-Up), also delivered by Shockout, offers a seamless continuation of your studies with us. Well consider your application through assessment and interview.<br/><br/>Throughout your training, youll explore the core techniques of acting, voice and dance. Our qualified and specialist professional practitioners will also support you in developing a breadth of knowledge in devising and developing productions, musical theatre for stage and screen, and audition and casting techniques. Additionally, youll have regular performance opportunities to help you build a diverse range of technical performance skills and prepare you for the industry.<br/><br/>Shockouts teaching staff are professional and world-renowned practitioners and choreographers. They are keen to make your time with them as stimulating and rewarding as possible and enjoy a well-deserved reputation for being approachable and interested in your progress. As teaching often takes place in small groups, youll have access to individual support and guidance at every stage.<br/><br/>For full details about Shockout, their open days and accommodation, please visit http://www.weareshockout.com/.