GCSE grade 4 in English Language.
You will develop skills in all areas of performance including acting, singing, and dancing. You will take part in workshops both lead by the staff team and visiting professionals within the industry, allowing you to ask first-hand about a career as a professional performer. The coursework for most of the units is a mixture of investigating the key features of the unit (key features of musical theatre, singing technique, acting styles, etc), workshops, and detailed rehearsal logs that help track your own development and skills progression. Each unit culminates in a performance which will be staged in our specialist theatre space.
This is a practical and coursework-based subject, with only 1 exam unit in year 13.
This BTEC is equivalent to one A-level and can be a complimentary course with most other A-levels or BTECs.
There are internal and external practical and written assessments. (mostly coursework).
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This Level 3 (A Level equivalent course) is highly valued by drama schools and universities leading to:
Some examples include Actor, Costume Designer, Playwright, Director, Set Designer, Screen Actor, Stage Manager, Performer, Prop Maker, Lighting and Sound Designer
You will be taught by a highly qualified Theatre performer and vocal coach with over 20 years of experience, offering specialist training, knowledge, and expertise in the industry and as a teacher. We offer –
Studies BTEC Performance (Musical Theatre), Politics, Philosophy, Ethics & Religion
“In Performance, we are one big family, the friendship and trust you build with your peers and staff is second to none. The course is so fun and accessible, and I wouldn’t want to do it anywhere but at Carmel.”
Studies – BTEC Performance (Musical Theatre), Photography, English Lang & Lit
“Studying BTEC Performance has been a hugely positive experience for me, helping me grow in confidence and push myself creatively, while giving me fantastic opportunities to work with inspiring West End professionals and gain real insight into the industry.”
Studies – BTEC Performance (Musical Theatre), Psychology, Theology, Philosophy & Ethics
“Choosing Performance has given me new skills, opportunities, experiences, and friendships. The Performing Arts group feels like a family, supporting and pushing each other to do our best, and it’s given me the skills I need to take performing to a higher level and pursue it as a career.”
Studies – BTEC Performance (Musical Theatre),
“I love studying Musical Theatre at Carmel because of the atmosphere. It’s friendly, supportive, and makes it easy to feel comfortable and confident in class!”
GCSE grade 4 in English Language.