APTA Brochure

Academy of Performing and Technical Arts

STOCKTON RIVERSIDE COLLEGE

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Here at Stockton Riverside College, we’ve always had a hugely successful Performing and Creative Arts department and last year, we launched a new Academy of Performing and Technical Arts (APTA).

In the UK, the creative industries are worth more than £130 billion to the UK economy and covers 9.6% of UK jobs.

Closer to home, the arts are a pretty big deal too. In the Tees Valley alone, it’s predicted that there will be 14,000 creative jobs by 2024 and whilst things were put on hold due to COVID-19, make no mistake, this area will bounce back with a vengeance. Recently, the Government has pledged £1.5 billion to protect the UK creative sector – we

really are a world-class super power when it comes to the arts.

APTA was launched to ensure that talented young people like you are well equipped to be part of this vibrant sector whether it’s in fashion, graphic design, TV and film or games design; an APTA course will provide you with the best possible start to your creative career and enable you to go out and be at the cutting edge of this sector.

I am delighted and privileged to be part of such an exciting initiative that I know will grow and thrive over the coming years.

Best wishes, Lesley Graham

CREDITS Photography - Sarah Mason and Cal Carey Graphic Design - Rachael Eland Everyone in this guide is either a student, staff member or friend of the College.

Our thanks to all involved.

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HE students rehearsing in the Margaret Armstrong Theatre 2020

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Introduction from our staff Our courses Art & Design Film & TV Makeup for the Stage and Screen Media Studies Music Technology Performing Arts HE (Higher Education) Performing Arts Past work Our Alumni Theatre hire 4

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The new Academy of Performing and Technical Arts, or APTA as we call it it, is a fresh and exciting project for Stockton Riverside College. Looking through this prospectus at the range of courses on offer, cannot help but be inspiring to a young person who hopes to go into some form of Creative Industry. APTA hopes to be at the forefront of any young person’s mind, when they come to choose a place to study a creative subject in the Tees Valley.

With a range of courses from Acting to Animation, Games Design to Musical Theatre, Film and TV to Art and Design, and from Level 2 (GCSE level) all the way to Level 6 (Degree level); APTA offers young people the opportunities to learn in our outstanding facilities,developing skills and techniques that will help them pursue their career aspirations.

Being part of this new academy, right at the beginning, and looking to the future to see how it can and will develop, and the important role we hope it will play in the cultural heart of the Tees Valley, will give

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students, staff and the general public an opportunity to become part of something that will change the landscape of the arts for decades to come.

Over the next few years, we will develop new, innovative and challenging programmes focused around both the Performing Arts (Acting, Dance and Musical Theatre) and the Technical Arts; with new programmes in Music Production and Performance, Games Design and Animation, Fashion, Interior Architecture, Film and TV Production, Costume and Set Design and Makeup for Stage and Screen.

This is a chance for us to build something wonderful and inspirational, and the staff and students of APTA are excited by the challenge.

Today is day one.

And the time is right.

Our Courses...

The time is now.

We cannot wait to see what the future brings.

Tom Guest APTA Growth and Development Manager

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Tutor Liz with student Georgia Art & Design

Level 1 Art and Media COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 1 year LOCATION: The Skills Academy ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Are you interested in a career in art and design? If you are creative, love drawing and you have a passion for art, then we can offer you the chance to explore your interests.

WHAT WILL I DO? Our Creative Arts and Media course at Level 1 can help you try a range of new skills including fine arts, textiles, graphics, sculpture, photography and video editing, which will help you decide the direction you want to go in.

Take part in trips to various locations including the Yorkshire Sculpture Park and London.

HOW AM I ASSESSED? Continuous assessment by your tutors on a regular basis throughout the year and you will receive informal and formal assessment reviews as well as regular tutorials and progress reviews.

WHAT’S NEXT? You could move on to a relevant Level 2 course, going on to specialise in Art & Design, Creative Media, Production Arts or Performing Arts in the future.

Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 1 year LOCATION: The Skills Academy ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: An Art and Design Level 1 qualification or equivalent, or four GCSEs grade 3/D-E. WHAT WILL I DO? The Level 2 Art and Design programme at SRC will offer you the chance to develop your creative skills. You will carry out a rage of projects to develop your skills in drawing and painting, sculpture, textiles and illustration and graphics. You will also visit exhibitions, have a go at location work, see your own work exhibited and complete a work placement.

HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will assessed through a portfolio of practical and theoretical work.

WHAT’S NEXT? You will progress onto SRCs Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design or Level 3 Extended Diploma in Fashion and Clothing.

Brandon Art & Design

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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 2 years LOCATION: Teesdale

by local businesses which will let you see what it’s like to work in the design industry. This course can be worth the equivalent of 3 A* at A level.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design or four GCSEs Grade 9-4/A*-C including Maths and/ or English or a merit in a relevant Level 2.

HOW AM I ASSESSED? You be assessed through a variety of assignments, portfolios and practical work throughout the programme.

WHAT WILL I DO? By exploring different techniques, our Art and Design courses will help you discover your own creativity. You’ll carry out a range of projects to further develop the skills you gained in the level 2 course. You’ll see your own work exhibited and work to live briefs set

WHAT’S NEXT? You could go on to university to study subjects including fine art, textiles or graphic design, or move on to a relevant apprenticeship or employment in areas such as interior design, set design or illustration.

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The tutors here really helped me build my portfolio and get ready for moving on to university. I feel like I’ve been able to develop not only with my work but as a person too.

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Nam e: Amber Lives: Darlington Aspiration: Gain a Master’s Degree Course: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art & Design

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I will always say that my experience at Stockton Riverside College helped me to grow into the person I am. Before starting there I had no intention of going to university, but I left feeling ready and excited which has then led on to all the other amazing experiences I have had.

Why I chose SRC...

• A keen interest in Art & Design • Local location

Next Steps...

Choosing to study Art & Design at Stockton Riverside College has really paid off for Amber. After finishing her course back in 2012, Amber moved to Italy to gain a Master’s Degree in Arts Management from the prestigious Institute of European Design. Now, Amber is a lot closer to home and last year opened her own clothes store, House of Zana, in Darlington!

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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Costume and Production Design COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 2 years LOCATION: Teesdale ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design or four GCSEs Grade 9-4/A*-C including Maths and/or English or a merit in a relevant Level 2.

Taylor Film & TV

WHICH JOBS COULD I WORK TOWARDS? Visual effects & model Maker Costume designer Concept artist Prop maker Set designer

WHICH JOBS COULD I WORK TOWARDS?

WHAT WILL I DO? This course is ideal for students who would like to design and create costumes, props and set for Film, TV and Theatre performances.

Working collaboratively with other departments you will work to live assignment briefs, which will allow you to gain an understanding of a career backstage in the performing arts industry. Creativity is a must for this course as you’ll need to research, design, sketch and construct, learning how to use a range of media, materials and techniques to create amazing costumes, sets and props.

Director Film producer Sound/Lighting tech Scriptwriter

HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will be assessed continuously throughout the course and provide sketchbooks and production files of work, which shows your planning, research, and design work.

WHAT’S NEXT? You could continue your studies on a relevant university course to study costume, set design or model making for Film, TV and Theatre or find work/ an apprenticeship in the industry.

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Sasha Makeup for the Stage and Screen

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Film and TV COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 2 years LOCATION: Teesdale ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Level 2 Diploma in Performance and Production or four GCSEs Grade 9-4/A*-C including Maths and/or English or a merit in a relevant Level 2.

WHAT WILL I DO? If you prefer to behind the camera instead of in front of it, a career in the film industry could be ideal for you. Whether you’re interested in short films, documentaries, music videos or full length features, our film production course will give you the skills you need to bring your ideas to life. We have excellent links with industry, local businesses and you’ll work within out student production company, UFilms.

You will gain a range of on-set experience including directing, camera techniques, film and video editing, screenwriting for film &

television and production management.

The course can lead to a range of careers including cinematography, directing, producing, screen writing, editing and many more on set roles. You will earn using industry standard cameras, sound equipment and post production software while carrying out a rage of production and assignment which are planned to be based on realistic workplace demands. This course can be worth the equivalent of 3 A* at A level.

HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will be assessed through portfolios, creative work and video evidence.

WHAT’S NEXT? You might apply for the FdA Acting Programme at SRC if you feel Acting is a strength or you could go on to university to study degrees in areas such as Film & Television Production, Broadcast or Multimedia Journalism & Film or Media studies. Or you could progress to a production role within the industry.

Ollie Film & TV

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Jacob Media Studies

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Production Arts (Makeup for the Stage and Screen) HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will be assessed through sketchbooks, production folders, observation, portfolios, photographs, working logs, presentations and written reports.

COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 2 years LOCATION: Teesdale ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Level 2 Diploma in Performance and Production or four GCSEs Grade 9-4/A*-C including Maths and/or English or a merit in a relevant Level 2.

WHAT WILL I DO? Would you love to work in the creative makeup industry? With our production arts course you could work in theatre, TV, film, photography or move on to higher education. You will gain hands-on experience by working on projects and assignments that are linked to real theatre, film and fashion show productions. You’ll take part in a large exhibition and have the chance to showcase your work on live models. Every year our students attend the International Makeup Trade Show in London and work with huge local organisations such as the Festival of Thrift & Teesside University on fashion shows and photoshoots. This course can be worth the equivalent of 3 A* at A level.

WHAT’S NEXT? You could progress onto a foundation degree in media makeup or related production arts subject. You can secure work in the television theatre or film industry, as a freelance makeup artist, or in photography studios, retail or teaching.

WHICH JOBS COULD I WORK TOWARDS? Costume designer Stage designer Makeup artist Photographic stylist

Makeup for the Stage and Screen students turned Stockton Riverside College into a catwalk last summer. Focusing on a different theme every year, students turned to a topic that is at the forefront of Stockton Riverside College’s mind; green issues.

Highlighting issues such as pollution, the fur trade and forest fires; students brought their models to life using body paint and props to hammer their message home.

When asked about the theme of the event, Makeup for Production Arts teacher, Nina, said: “We were inspired by the work we did last year with the Festival of Thrift around sustainability. It’s a really important issue that’s been brought to light in the last few years and we really wanted to focus on that.”

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A Level Media Studies COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 2 years LOCATION: Bede Sixth Form College ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Students should have grades 9-4 in seven GCSE programmes, including GCSE English and GCSE mathematics.

WHAT WILL I DO? Whilst studying this course you will examine the power of the media, its regulation, genres, and audience, while also developing practical skills through the creation of your own media products for television, magazine and other journalistic industries.

You will gain hands-on experience using industry standard camera and editing

equipment, and you will be encouraged to make as much use of our state-of-the-art green screen television studio as possible!

HOW AM I ASSESSED? This course is assessed by a combination of coursework (30% of your grade) and 2 examinations (70% of your grade).

WHAT’S NEXT? Media Studies could lead to a range of opportunities in both university and employment. It is an essential course for anyone wanting to work in journalism, media production, advertising or marketing. Some of our most recent students have gone on to work in the journalism, advertising, and in the television and film industries.

DYLAN IS WELL ON HIS WAY TO A SUCCESSFUL CAREER IN THE FILM INDUSTRY

WHICH JOBS COULD I WORK TOWARDS? Media producer Journalist Advertising agent Film & TV roles

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Nam e: Dylan Lives: Stockton Aspiration: Work in media and film Course: A Level Media Studies Bede really helped prepare me for moving onto higher education – there wasn’t a huge gap between the level of work we did at college and what I was progressing onto because we were taught at such a high standard.

Why I chose Bede...

• A ‘great vibe’ from the College • The supportive tutors

Next Steps...

Dylan is currently employed as a floor runner (part of an Assistant Director’s department), Dylan said: “It’s basically keeping the crew ticking over and making sure the floor runs smoothly.”

Having already worked on multiple projects including a mockumentary, an O2 commercial, ‘People Just Do Nothing: The Movie’, ITV series ‘Victoria’, and a Film4 horror film, Dylan is looking forward to working on even more projects.

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Callum Music Technology

WHICH JOBS COULD I WORK TOWARDS? Music video director Soundtrack designer Musician Film & TV roles

A Level Music Technology COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 2 years LOCATION: Bede Sixth Form College ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Students should have grades 9-4 in five GCSE programmes, including either GCSE English or GCSE Mathematics. (GCSE Music or instrument ability recommended).

WHAT WILL I DO? As a Music Tech student you’ll cover many aspects of the recording and sound industry, learning classic and modern sound recording techniques, recording your own songs and sounds, and improving your listening skills. You’ll record musicians, bands and soloists, and develop your own skills as an engineer.

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HOW AM I ASSESSED? The course is assessed through a combination of coursework and controlled practical assessment. There are a total of five units completed across the two years, with one unit externally assessed via controlled assessment.

WHAT’S NEXT? Students studying Music Technology have progressed onto university study at institutions around the country, including the prestigious SAE in London, Liverpool and Glasgow.

Our music technologists have gone on to work in prestigious companies such as EA Games, Rough Trade, and Beggar’s Banquet Records. Former students have also found success in bands and as solo artists.

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Marcel & Charley Performing Arts

Level 2 Diploma in Performance and Production for Stage and Screen COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 1 year LOCATION: Teesdale ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: A Performing or Production Arts Level 1 qualification or equivalent, or four GCSEs grade 3/D-E. WHAT WILL YOU DO? This unique vocational course is delivered in hands-on industry situations. As part of a working production company, you will gain first-hand experience of the skills and understanding needed for a career in the wider creative industries. You will study nine units covering a variety of acting, film & TV

production, and make-up for live and recorded media skills. This rare blend of learning gives you opportunities to explore a wider range of specialist skills and abilities. This can lead to training and a career in one specialist area – or a wider range of skills and opportunities for other jobs.

HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will be assessed through observation of practical sessions, live performances, and film shoots, research/process portfolios and presentations.

WHAT’S NEXT? You will progress onto a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts or Production Arts.

Rehearsals Margaret Armstrong Theatre

*Unless you are exempt. Please see condition of funding rules.

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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting)

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance)

COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 2 years LOCATION: Teesdale

COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 2 years LOCATION: Teesdale

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Level 2 Diploma in Performance and Production or four GCSEs Grade 9-4/A*-C including Maths and/or English or a merit in a relevant Level 2.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? This extensive course specialises in both live and screen acting, and offers exciting, challenging, professional and ‘hands-on’ training to prepare you for a career in theatre, film, and TV acting or related professions.

Learning in our theatre and dance studio, as

well as on location, you’ll gain awareness of technical/production skills, directing, teaching/ facilitation and freelance employment, to make you shine in this competitive industry. This course can be worth the equivalent of 3 A* at A level.

HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will be assessed through observation of practical sessions, live performances, and film shoots, research/process portfolios and presentations.

WHAT’S NEXT? You can progress onto our FdA Acting or apply for a programme at another University, Drama School or Conservatoire.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Level 2 Diploma in Performance and Production or four GCSEs Grade 9-4/A*-C including Maths and/or English or a merit in a relevant Level 2.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? A new programme to 2020 the Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance) offers learners an opportunity to develop specific industry skills in Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary, Commercial, Tap and Lyrical, as well as

develop academic skills through project based work. There will be opportunity to be part of live performances, filmed dance works and to learn choreographic principles alongside technique. This course can be worth the equivalent of 3 A* at A level.

HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will be assessed through observation of practical sessions, live performances, research/process portfolios and presentations.

WHAT’S NEXT? You can progress onto our FdA Dance or apply for a programme at another University, Drama School or Conservatoire.

Studying at Stockton Riverside College has prepared me so much for moving to theatre school next year because we learn in a similar way to them.

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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre) COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 2 years LOCATION: Teesdale ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Level 2 Diploma in Performance and Production or four GCSEs Grade 9-4/A*-C including Maths and/or English or a merit in a relevant Level 2.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? Are you keen to pursue a career in performing arts? This course offers an exciting stepping stone in performance training by developing strong skills in singing, dancing and acting.

You will learn through intensive rehearsal and

production processes from highly trained teachers and often industry professionals.

You will have the opportunity to perform at professional venues. This practical course will give you the opportunity to study 3 disciplines, dance, drama and music. This course can be worth the equivalent of 3 A* at A level.

HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will be assessed through observation of practical sessions, live performances, research/process portfolios and presentations.

WHAT’S NEXT? You can progress onto our FdA Musical Theatre or apply for a programme at another University, Drama School or Conservatoire.

LEWIS IS PREPARING TO TAKE THE LEAD ROLE IN WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION

WHICH JOBS COULD I WORK TOWARDS? Actor Choreographer/Dancer Teacher Vocal coach

Nam e: Lewis Aspiration: To eventually perform on the West End

Course: Level 3 Musical Theatre

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I knew quite a lot of people who had done my course and had then moved on to drama school or had success in the west end.

Why I chose SRC...

• Referred by friends who were also pursuing a career in performing arts

Next Steps...

Having completed the Level 3 Musical Theatre course here at Stockton Riverside College, the former English Martyrs student moved on to The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama before heading to London where he’s stared in BBC dramas and the Superdrug Christmas advert. Lewis is now preparing to take the lead role in the West-End play; Witness for the Prosecution.

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BTEC Performing Arts COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 1 year (option to extend) LOCATION: Bede Sixth Form College ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Students should have grades 9-4 in five GCSE programmes, including either GCSE English or GCSE Mathematics.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? You will learn through a combination of practical hands-on, experience creating performance material for a range of audiences as well as learning skills to develop your understanding of performance as a craft.

You will learn about different performing arts practitioners and their styles and will be given ample opportunities to practically explore these. There will also be opportunities to deepen and strengthen your understanding

of performance by performing alongside the Teesdale campus students throughout the year.

HOW AM I ASSESSED? You are assessed in a variety of ways across this subject including assessment through your performance, rehearsal, script work and devising. You will study four units within this qualification two of which are externally assessed.

WHAT’S NEXT? After this one year qualification you could return for a further year to study the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts. Students studying performing arts have gone on to study acting, drama and performing arts at university, as well as conservatoires across the country, to continue their training in the industry.

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Level 4 CERT HE Production and Technical Arts COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 1 year LOCATION: Teesdale ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 48 UCAS tariff points, appropriate Level 3 qualification, appropriate training through work and a satisfactory interview.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? The Level 4 Cert HE Production and Technical Arts allows you to explore many vocational specialisms, including crewing, lighting, sound and stage management. You will work with many industry professionals across real live briefs and will take part in many community performances as back stage crew taking on an appropriate technical or production roles such as the lighting operator or stage manager. This course gives you the chance to explore a range

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of backstage roles for theatre before allowing you to hone your skills in one specialist area for a final group production project.

Level 4 modules: • Production and Technical Arts in Context • Health, Safety and Legislation • Stage Management • Crewing and Lighting Operation • Crewing and Sound Operation • Professional Development (Planning for the future) HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including essays; reports; presentations and practical observations.

WHAT’S NEXT? You will progress onto our FdA Production Arts programme.

COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 1 year LOCATION: Teesdale ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 96 - 112 UCAS tariff points, appropriate Level 4 qualification, appropriate training through work and a satisfactory interview.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? The next level of our Level 4 CERT (HE) Production and Technical Arts allows learners to develop the skills they have learnt on Level 4 and put them into practice at Level 5. Learners will have practical sessions in developing lighting, sound and set design as well as developing their academic skills in the Contextual Studies Module. This module aims to prepare learners for dissertation at Level 6, grow critical thinking and academic skills. Each student will also undertake a work placement with a local theatre or theatre company for a week where they will shadow a current Stage Manager in a professional venue. Learners will also be involved in the HE SRCActingRep and SRCMTEnsemble. They will provide lighting,

sound, stage management and technical support for the productions throughout the year. The programme has a 70/30 Practical/ Academic ratio, making it unique to the Tees Valley.

Level 5 modules: • Contextual Studies • Lighting Design • Sound Design • Set Design • Stage Management Experience • Work Ready Experience HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including essays; reports; presentations and practical observations.

WHAT’S NEXT? Graduates will expect to work in the arts and entertainment industries, education and the media. Successful completion of this course can lead to progression into the industry such as crew, lighting operators, arts managers or assistant stage managers or on to further higher level study.

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FdA Acting COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 2 years LOCATION: Teesdale ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 96 – 112 UCAS tariff points, appropriate Level 3 qualification, appropriate training through work and a satisfactory interview/audition.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? On the FdA Acting, students will develop techniques in Physical Theatre, Singing, Acting Techniques, Voice (Radio), Acting for Camera, Contextual Studies and Devising as well as being part of the SRCActingRep, a unique collaboration across the programme where you will perform in a One Act play festival and a full length production at the end of the year as part of the HEFest. You will learn to develop performance skills alongside growing your creative practice and taking on a production role within the SRCActingRep. This programme has a 70/30 Practical/Academic ratio, making them unique to the Tees Valley.

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FdA Musical Theatre Level 4 modules: • Acting in Context • Singing Technique • Acting Technique • Work Ready Experience • Movement Level 5 modules: • Singing Techniques and Music Theory • Acting Techniques 2 • Movement and Physical Theatre • Acting for Camera • Work Ready Experience 2 HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including essays; reports; presentations and practical observations.

WHAT’S NEXT? You will progress onto our BA (Hons) Performing Arts (Top-Up) or apply for a programme at another University, Drama School or Conservatoire.

COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 2 years LOCATION: Teesdale ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 96 – 112 UCAS tariff points, appropriate Level 3 qualification, appropriate training through work and a satisfactory interview/audition.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? On the FdA Musical Theatre, students will develop skills in Jazz, Ballet, Acting, Acting through Song, Acting for Camera and Contextual Studies, as well as becoming part of the SRCMTEnsemble, taking part in 2 performances across the course of the year, ending with a spectacular Musical as part of the HEFest. You will learn to develop performance skills alongside growing your creative practice and taking on a production role within the SRCMTEnsemble. This programme has a 70/30 Practical/Academic ratio, making them unique to the Tees Valley.

Level 4 modules: • Musical Theatre in Context • Singing Techniques • Acting Techniques • Dance Techniques • Work Ready Experience Level 5 modules: • Singing Techniques and Music Theory • Acting Techniques 2 • Dance 2 (Jazz and Ballet) • Acting for Camera • Work Ready Experience 2 HOW AM I ASSESSED? You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including essays; reports; presentations and practical observations.

WHAT’S NEXT? You will progress onto our BA (Hons) Performing Arts (Top-Up) or apply for a programme at another University, Drama School or Conservatoire.

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BA (Hons) Performing Arts (Top-Up) COURSE TYPE: Full-time START DATE: September 2020 LENGTH: 1 year LOCATION: Teesdale ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Appropriate Level 5 FdA or HND qualification, appropriate training through work and a satisfactory interview/audition.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? Have you got an HND, foundation degree or equivalent qualification in a performing arts or events production subject? Have you thought about topping it up to a full degree? With an extra year of study, you can gain a BA (Hons) qualification and develop your knowledge and understanding of a range of contexts in which performance and production have developed and are practised. Today’s performance and

production industries demand highly trained, professional practitioners who can demonstrate a clear understanding of contemporary creative performance and production techniques. If you want a career in performing arts and the wider industry, this is the course for you.

Past work Here at Stockton Riverside College, we strive to produce the best quality work and showcase the talents and skills of our students. These are a few examples of our students recent work...

BA (Hons) Top Up Modules • Advanced Performance Practice • Final Major Project • Performance Investigation • Researching the Arts HOW AM I ASSESSED? Assessment activities include a combination of assignments, presentations, practical workshops and the completion of a personal development portfolio. You also take part in a number of public performances, designed to assess both your rehearsal techniques and live performance skills.

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Jesus Christ Superstar Performing Arts Show REASONS TO JOIN US: 1. Nationally recognised qualification that provides an excellent opportunity for progression on to university.

2. Work experience opportunities to develop real-life work skills.

3. Tutors who are experts in their field.

HOW DO I APPLY/ENROL?

Apply online at www.stockton.ac.uk/apply To apply for a higher education course with us, visit the course page on our website and click ‘apply now’. You will then be directed through to the Teesside University website to complete your application.

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Theatre Hire

Name: Melisa Henderson Course: Art & Design at Career: WorkingHos pital in

Name: Mark Benton Course: Performing Art Career: Roles in Early s Level 3 Doors, N

The Margaret Armstrong Theatre consists of a practical 292m² performance space, able to house a wide range of productions to a high standard of professionalism.

orthern Ligh ts, Barbara an d Waterloo Roa d

er Name: Bethan Teusirngn Course: Art & D rity portrait artist.

Career:d Aanced lesobld work in Brick

St George’s Park Morpeth as an Art Therapist

ry Exhibite ython Galle don, the P der n ke Lane, Lon ee rt W sbrough A and Middle

Name: Jessica Daley Course: Musical Theatr Career: Mamma Mia W e Level 3 est End, S

Name: A J Riac Course: Film Prohduc Career: Film Produ tion Level 3 cer,

ound Of Mus ic, Les Miser able & Evita Internat ional Tours

works include ‘S et Fire to th e Stars’ starring Elij ah Wood

The stage area features double-layer plywood flooring, fixed on sprung battens with a hardboard finish, which can be painted or fixed into to meet production needs. The default backdrop comprises of ceiling-to-floor black serge drapes on a double curtain track that spans the perimeter.

Capable of holding an audience of 177, the theatre is equipped with 3 movable, telescopic seating units, which allow a range of performance formats.

There is a comprehensive cabling infrastructure, allowing patching of inputs and outputs throughout the Performing Arts areas. The facility also features dedicated lighting and sound booths, equipped with full industry-standard systems.

Please contact us for more information on 01642 865 400.

Name: Natasha Ferguson Course: Musical Theatre Level 3 Career: Wicked UK Tour, 42 nd

Street, Wicked West End

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All the information in this guide is correct at the time of going to print. We reserve the right to make any necessary changes or withdraw courses.

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