The aim of the course is to provide opportunities for young adults to increase their knowledge of theatre, acting and performance practices, and to gain access to both vocational and higher education in this area.
The emphasis of the course is the development of skills in acting, performance and movement and how they interrelate with each other to create exciting new approaches in performance.
Practical classes in contemporary and classical performance techniques will be complemented by theoretical studies. Research skills will be developed through the study of dramatic history, which will include critical debate around current drama and performance work.
You will learn the essential skills needed to make progress within the Performing Arts and Acting Industry, taking you a step closer to gaining employment in this area.
The course is a one-year course, that is designed as a precursor to the two-year Level 3 Performing and Production Arts course.
The completion of the first two units will grant you an Award. This is designed as an introduction to the course and its expectations. This is followed by 7 more units that make up your Level 2 Diploma.
You will need:
All applicants must have an audition to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
The course is a one-year course, that is designed as a precursor to the two-year Level 3 Performing and Production Arts course. The completion of the first two units will grant you an Award. This is designed as an introduction to the course and its expectations. This is followed by 7 more units that make up your Level 2 Diploma. Some units are assessed mainly through written work. Some will be assessed through small performances presented to other members of your class. Some areas are assessed by means of large-scale, public performances to an invited audience.
If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August prior to the start date of your course and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your programme then your study with us will be free. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.
Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.
This course will help you to move on to a higher level course, such as a Bachelor of Arts, and apprenticeship or other industry employment.
Blanka is a Performing Arts acting teacher, teaching Level 2, 3 and 4 students. She joined City and Islington College in 2019. Blanka studied (BA) Applied Theatre and (MA) Actor Training and Coaching at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. She is the artistic director of HubArt Theatre company; she specialises in actor coaching and psycho-physical acting. Blanka is a Hungarian theatre practitioner and director who is passionate about teaching various acting techniques and coaching to students.
Despina joined City and Islington College in February 2020. She began her teaching career in 2008 and has worked in several inner London colleges.
As well as teaching dance and performing arts, Despina has held senior/lead tutor positions and has been the tutor for the Home Education Hub at City and Islington since 2020.
Despina holds a Masters degree in Choreography and has worked as a dance artist alongside her teaching practice. Despina is a passionate believer in fostering creativity and providing a safe space for students to grow.
The teachers listed may change, these shown are an example of the teachers who teach on these programmes.