Overview of Course

New to Portobello this year, the Drama and Music department are excited to be able to offer a Musical Theatre Level 6 NPA! The NPA in Musical Theatre is designed to equip candidates with an introduction to the knowledge, understanding and skills required for progression to further qualifications and/or potential employment within the Performing Arts industry.

Students who participate in this course will have the opportunity to make artistic choices and use their creative imagination as well as honing their ability to take control of their own learning and build the self-discipline and control required in all aspects of performance. Performing on stage requires careful, planned preparation and concentration as well as mental and physical focus, all of which are transferable skills necessary for many jobs and careers. It is a great opportunity for students to express themselves in a unique manner artistically, while working both in a group as well as individually and hopefully realising their potential for success.

The purpose of the course is the development of practical skills and the enhanced understanding of the triple discipline, essential for Musical Theatre, where performers are equally skilled in acting, singing and dance.

The course is made up of three modules:

• Acting through Song

• Preparation for Audition

• Theatre Performers: Solo/Group Singing Skills

The skills developed in the course are as follows:

• Developing and performing a range of skills associated with the triple discipline of Musical Theatre practice.

• Rehearsing appropriate skills in voice, movement and acting.

• Planning and applying specific practical skills in audition format.

• Self-evaluation skills, enabling professional development.

• Develop professional attitudes.