Teaching of Musical Theatre

This three-year course fuses Musical Theatre training with full certification, producing graduates who can headline a show on Friday and run a school Monday, meeting industry demand for versatile artist-educators.

Are you passionate about both performing and teaching musical theatre? Our BA (Hons) in Teaching Musical Theatre is a distinctive and comprehensive degree designed for those who aspire to become highly skilled performers with a deep understanding of pedagogy. Whether you’re aiming to perform professionally, become a specialist dance or vocal coach, or inspire the next generation of musical theatre talent, this course offers the perfect blend of performance training and teaching expertise.

This programme is led by Jo Williams, who trained at Laine Theatre Arts and has enjoyed a diverse performance career spanning the West End, UK tours, cruise ships, and cabarets. With over 15 years’ experience as a choreographer and teacher, Jo brings her extensive industry knowledge into the studio, nurturing resilient, well-trained, and adaptable students.

What sets this programme apart is its dual focus: intensive performance training alongside dedicated teaching modules. With an emphasis on versatility, you’ll gain expertise in various dance styles, vocal techniques, and acting, while also developing the teaching skills needed to lead and mentor others in the field. Additionally, students can work toward their Level 4 Diploma in Dance Education (DDE) awarded by the ISTD, enhancing both their credentials and employability.

You’ll also have the chance to participate in multiple performance opportunities throughout the academic year, ranging from Christmas and Summer productions to student-led showcases and an agent showcase in your final year. This combination of rigorous training, hands-on teaching experience, and professional performance exposure makes our programme truly unique.

Course Modules

First Year:
Grades and Development in Playing, Singing or Dance
Musical Grammar
Musical Theatre Skills
Performance Development
Professional Resilience
Technique for the Young Performer

Second Year:
Opera and Operetta
Preparing Young Musicians for Assessment and Performance
Psychology of Learning and Teaching
The Musical Theatre Business

Third Year:
Business Project
Communicating Music Through Movement & Gesture
Group Teaching
Introduction to Fundraising in the Arts
One to One Teaching
Swing Project