PERFORMING ARTS & MEDIA
BTEC LEVEL 3
performing arts
(musical theatre)
SD D
BTEC LEVEL 3
production arts
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REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE
3 Priestley has an outstanding reputation and track record for
students gaining places at the top London theatre schools
such as Arts Ed, GSA and Mountview.
3 Excellent preparation for a career in the Performing Arts.
3 You will hone your technique, skills and build confidence in
acting, singing and dancing.
3 You will be pushed to be the best you can be in a professional
and rewarding environment.
3 Opportunity to perform in two full-scale musicals as well as a
variety of other public performances.
3 We guarantee you will thrive here, love your time on this
course, make lifelong friends and become part of the
supportive PA family.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
You will take challenging and fun technique classes in acting,
dancing and singing. Each discipline is first explored separately.
Following this you will combine your skills and techniques in
rehearsals preparing for a series of performances.
SD D
REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE
3 To gain an interesting and current insight into backstage
theatre.
3 To develop a critical understanding job roles from lighting,
sound, stage, makeup, set design and stage management.
3 To gain the knowledge and understanding to pursue degrees
and apprenticeships.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Year 1 (Subsidiary Diploma) - a basic understanding of lighting,
sound and projection. All students will get the opportunity to
operate the lighting desk for a major production. Design and
make latex masks or skin cuts and bruises. Design and build
theatre sets for major productions. Devise, make and record
your own sounds.
Year 2 (Diploma Production Arts) - events management, planning
for major productions, stage lighting design, mask making
HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED
Coursework and a series of portfolios to justify your practical
work.
HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED
Practical assessment of technical skills and sense of flair in the
three performance disciplines.
Small amount of written submissions.
You are also assessed on other essential skills for a performer
including professionalism, commitment and creativity. WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE THIS COURSE
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE THIS COURSE PROGRESSION
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• A wide range of university degree courses, apprenticeships and
careers. Courses can include anything from Stage Make Up to
Lighting Design to Set Design to General Technical degrees.
Careers and further training posts have recently included
students gai ning prestigious technical degree places across the
country. Other students have chosen this course to run
alongside other creative subjects such as Dance, Performing
Arts, Music, Fine Art and Textiles.
PROGRESSION
The support you receive for your auditions, combined with your
high quality training, will ensure you are well prepared to
audition for the top universities / theatre schools in the UK and
abroad.
PRIESTLEY EXTRA
PRIESTLEY EXTRA
Inspirational residential visit to Broadway! Amazing workshops
from industry professionals including previous Priestley PA
students who are now West End performers. Countless extra
opportunities such as in-house theatre and dance companies,
theatre visits and audition support.
Regular trips take place throughout the year, sampling many
different performance genres. The opportunity to join the wider
Media and Performing Arts trip to New York. Numerous
Enrichment opportunities ranging from Stage Make Up to
Technical 1:1 tuition. Work experience opportunities with local
and regional employers in the creative industries.
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commitment and a professional attitude
dedication to improving in all three disciplines
a passion for Performing Arts
enthusiasm and energy
to be a team player
willing to improve your skills outside of class time
to successfully complete an audition.
• an interest in theatre and wider production genres
• ability to work beyond the class and take part in essential
rigging, technical rehearsals and performances
• willingness and ability to work independently.