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1 YEAR FOUNDATION COURSE
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AIMS
This course is aimed primarily at students thinking of applying for full-time accredited training, giving a real taster of what full-time training requires and boosting confidence for auditions. It is also useful for those who wish to test their capacity and commitment to acting and musical theatre, enhance their skill base as an amateur and for those interested in transforming their personal confidence and presentation skills.
Students are required to have dedication and commitment, as the course runs to a strict professional discipline. It aims to teach the craft and disciplines of performance and a strong spine of professional practice runs through the programme.
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Foundation Course is a one-year part time course that takes place on each of the following three evenings per week – Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Classes are 2½ hours and follow a structured modular syllabus. The year consists of thirty two weeks, delivered as three terms with regular breaks.
Candidates choose to study either the Acting or Musical Theatre option – the Acting option delivers a range of classes under the headings of Acting, Voice and Movement with the Musical Theatre option under the headings Acting, Singing and Dance.
We aim to create an environment for training that is based on trust, mutual respect and shared passion, allowing students to learn from within a strong ensemble group, which grows from the input of each individual.
One of the criteria for successful completion of the course will be attendance and punctuality – you will be expected to attain a consistently high level.
The Foundation Course culminates in a final showcase performance to which the student will be able to invite friends and family.
All Foundation Course students enjoy discounted Arts Educational Schools London theatre tickets, membership to the library and gym and access to the bar and canteen.
RECOGNITION
The One Year Foundation Course in Performance is recognised by City University, endorsing the educational value and quality of the programme. All students who successfully complete the course are awarded an Arts Educational Schools London certificate of attendance showing this recognition.
APPLICANTS
Students should be aged 17 years and over on the first date of the course – there is no maximum age limit. Overseas applicants are welcome but must be able to attend an audition in London and must speak and
understand English fluently. All applicants should have some prior experience.
WHAT OUR GRADUATES GO ON TO DO
Most of our foundation certificate graduates go on to professional full-time courses at some of the elite accredited drama and musical theatre schools across the UK and abroad, including our own professional programmes in Acting and Musical Theatre.
THE AUDITION
The applicant will be invited to attend an informal audition evening for which they will be asked to prepare a number of pieces. For the Acting option, the candidate is required to prepare two monologues. For the Musical Theatre option, they will be asked to prepare two songs and a monologue. All applicants will participate in a group drama workshop and Musical Theatre candidates will also take part in a short dance class.
Audition Fee:
£25
Auditions:
May – August
Application Deadline:
31 July 2009
(applications received after this date may be considered at our discretion)
Duration:
23 September 2009 – 2 July 2010
(32 weeks)
Dates & Times:
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings 7pm – 9.30pm
Entry Requirements:
Age 17 years+
Entry by audition only
Annual Fee:
Acting course: £1,600;
Musical Theatre course: £1,800
(All fees are correct at the time of printing but subject to change)
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