3 Year Musical Theatre Course (ISTD Level 4 DDE) • Renaissance Arts Leeds

3 YEAR MUSICAL THEATRE COURSE (integrated ISTD Level 4 DDE)

The 3 Year Musical Theatre course (with integrated ISTD DDE) focuses on specialist Industry led training on the grounding and underpinning of correct technique, progressing through the three years in a highly effective curriculum of practical performance training. Students leave uniquely prepared for a long term career as a professional performer in their chosen field.

SUCCESS

Upon graduation, students transition straight into the industry, with many students having attended Auditions during their final term, supported by the faculty. For students who wish to seek representation, we have a renowned network of Management and Agency contacts.

Renaissance Arts Alumni go on to achieve professional contracts in the UK and abroad such as Mamma Mia UK & International Tour, Starlight Express (Bochum, Germany), The Bodyguard UK Tour & The Bodyguard Musical Denmark, Disney, P&O Cruises, Cunard, QDOS Entertainment Pantomimes, ITV Dramas, Tanz Der Vampire (Vienna), Stage & TV promotional contracts, The National Theatre.

QUALIFICATIONS

– WHY SHOULD I TAKE MY TEACHING QUALIFICATION NOW?

Renaissance believes that if you combine your training now, fee expenditure now and complement your existing college training now, you will save time and resources later down the line, following your performance career and be able to veer straight into a new angle of the industry. RA provides training by a senior ISTD examiner, which ensures your qualification studies are to the highest standard.

– WHAT DO I GAIN?

The full DDE qualification awards 120 credits at Level 4 on the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) in the UK and the Credit and Qualifications Framework in Wales (CQFW). This equates to 120 credits at Level 5 of the European Qualification Framework (EQF).

The diploma is recognised by Ofqual and is on the Register of Regulated Qualifications Framework at Level 4. This means that it is equivalent to first year study of a Bachelor’s undergraduate degree with Honours or an HNC.

FEES

Renaissance Arts is an independent Conservatoire and students pay tuition fees privately. These fees are highly competitive with other UK Conservatoires and we can offer the following options to assist financially:

Tuition fees can be paid in installments. Please click the following link to view the options FEE INSTALLMENT OPTIONS
Financially regulated loans are also available over an extended period with a low interest rate. Please contact info@renaissance-arts.co.uk to discuss this further.
Additional Scholarships & Bursaries are available and every student is accessed on an individual basis at the discretion of the Directors.
Students can apply for the annual ISTD Bursary of up to £5000.00. This can only be awarded once throughout the training period.

For the educational year 2022-2023, the Course Fees are £7750.00.

A Non-refundable Administration fee of £225.00 is due on acceptance of the contract, which includes a Medical examination.

Examination fees for the ISTD Qualification are not included in the course fees and students will be invoiced for these separately as the modules are taken.

Practical Studies

Intensive practical training in the following core subjects:

Classical Ballet • Technical Jazz • Contemporary • Commercial • Body Conditioning • Pas De Deux • Pilates • Musical Theatre • Tap • Acting Through Dance • Creative Choreography • Professional Repertoire • Ensemble Vocal Technique

Contextual Studies

To support a rigorous practical course students also benefit from the following subjects to expand knowledge and assist in personal development.

Anatomy and Physiology • Practitioner study • Artistic Techniques • Business studies

Performance Support

Health and Nutrition • Conditioning and Fitness • Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation • • Skincare and Image

YEAR 1

Providing a thorough grounding to to attain full understanding of each core subject. Each technique is broken down to achieve a solid physical foundation to build consolidation and develop strength.

Establishing a performers “lifestyle” developing a healthy thinking and able performer to meet the necessary physical challenges of professional training. Continual monitoring and assessments are made with the focus on each students individual needs.

Underpin technique to identify necessary correction re-train any weaknesses.
Encouraging an open minded approach to support personal growth
Develop confidence
Personal training programs to strengthen individual weaknesses and support performance progression.
Expand knowledge and develop an intelligent approach to become a ‘Thinking Performer’

YEAR 2

Students expand repertoire and the ability to become more diverse and multi-functioning, whilst continuing to advance in all core subjects. Focusing on each individuals needs for their chosen career path. Students are encouraged to push their boundaries and sheer physicality to gain greater performance confidence. Continued monitoring and individual appraisal and advice is at the forefront to discover each individuals full potential.

Individual musical repertoire
Audition Technique
Develop individual creativity and artistry
In depth character study and performance
Increase performance strength and stamina
Encourage versatility
Industry knowledge

Optional Elements

Music Theory Qualifications, ABSRM
Musical Theatre Qualifications, West London College of Music (optional)

YEAR 3

Preparing each student to be “Industry Ready” for their chosen path.

Professional Skills are key. Advise is given on compiling an ‘artistes’ CV, audition technique, portfolio shots, showreel and individual career aims are addressed. Audition technique, professional etiquette, personal image, self-promotion, and industry networking are featured to assist each students transition.

Consolidating Individual Audition Repertoire portfolios for music and monologues suitable for all genres in Musical Theatre.
Industry Lectures including Equity, West End Agents, Producers, Directors and Choreographers offering first hand knowledge and information on gaining professional contracts.
Self Employed Accountancy advice for performers operating as self employed
Opportunity to attend selective castings subject to brief breakdown suitability. Many Students benefit from professional work experience accessed through Renaissance Arts varied industry contacts whilst being selected by choreographers, directors and producers during lectures at college.
Upon Graduation, 3rd year students have the opportunity to showcase their accomplished talent before respected agents, casting directors choreographers and producers from across the industry.

FEES

BTEC Course Fees per annum £5352.00

Non- BTEC Course Fees per annum £7,452.00

If you would like to have a one on one conversation about this course or any of our courses please feel free to contact us.

For further useful information please go to our FAQ’s section.

Fees are increased annually in line with inflation and operational costs.

*Fees stated for the academic year 2020/2021 (published 19/11/20)

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I can’t thank R/A enough for the training they provided me with. The training was specific, personalised and individual to each student, allowing us to unearth talent that we weren’t aware we had.

Hollie Nelson R/A Graduate

Musical Theatre

Mamma mia Uk and International Tours.

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