This course will provide you with the opportunity to explore, develop and test your creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating, demanding and supportive. It will offer you an excellent opportunity to develop all-round and transferable skills in all aspect of the make-up industry.
You will explore SFX, Prosthetics, Stage Make-Up and Hair, Period Make-Up and Hair, Body Art, Fashion and Fantasy. Alongside these specialisms you will also work on both small and large scale productions throughout the year, such as musicals and plays to design and realise the make-up and hair designs.
This will support your experience and expertise when planning and executing your Final Major Project, where you take on ownership and responsibility of managing the success of a collaborative performance.
ABTT's Apprenticeship Network is free to join!
The purpose of this group is to:
This group in open to current, future and past Apprentices.
These pathways are tailored for emerging Directors, Choreographers, Musical Directors, Designers, Lighting Designers, Stage Managers, Wardrobe Assistants and Technicians aged 16 to 23 who are in training or recently graduated from Higher Education.
Applications are open for 2025. There is £25 application fee which gives access to preparatory online sessions, offering skill building and group mentorship. Following these sessions you will have the opportunity to apply for a specific role on a production.
Every year, we run courses around the UK for young people ages 14 to 25 who want to become members of the National Youth Theatre.
Entry to these courses is via audition only, and auditions are held between October 2024 and March 2025. There are three different routes you can take to audition, depending on where you’re based and how much availability you have:
You can only audition via one route each year, so have a read through each one before applying to decide which option works best for you.
Discover the stories and magic of the Royal Shakespeare Company
Go behind the scenes and discover the secrets and stories from the RSC, past and present. Get close up to our costumes, see how our sets are built and learn about theatre superstitions. Our guided tours run daily, led by our experienced tour guides, and every tour will be truly unique.
Immerse yourself in the workings of theatre with stories of individuals who have shaped our unique history – from well-known performers to our incredibly talented staff.
Types of tours:
This two-day course will introduce you to the role of a director. Through practical exercises and discussions, you will understand the collaborative role and process that is required of this exciting role
The course is practical and there will be discussions and Q&As.
You can expect to learn about:
Spaces are limited so early booking is encouraged.
Bookings will close at 5pm on Monday 31 March 2025 (Easter)/ Monday 30 June 2025 (Summer) or when the course reaches full capacity.
Course dates:
Easter Course: Saturday 12 – Sunday 13 April 2025
Summer Course: Saturday 19 – Sunday 20 July 2025
If you’re serious about a career in makeup artistry, our 4-Month Hair and Makeup Course is the perfect choice.
Led by award-winning makeup designers at CBMA Makeup Academy in London, this intensive, hands-on program covers everything from beauty makeup to special effects (SFX) techniques. You’ll work closely with industry professionals to master the essential skills needed for film, TV, and fashion. By the end of this course, you’ll be ready to create a wide range of looks, from classic beauty to intricate special effects, giving you the tools to launch your makeup artistry career.
If you’re a musician looking to further develop your skills, knowledge, and understanding to get into higher education or music employment then this is the right course for you. Offering flexibility, industry insights, and practical music skills, this course will give you everything you need to achieve your dreams.
Studying a BTEC in Music (Performing) will build on your existing knowledge in key areas including performance skills, composition and listening skills, analytical and presentation skills, and careers in the music industry. The course involves written, analytic, practical, and social skills ranging from performance to self-expression. Units cover Practical Music Theory & Harmony, Professional Practice in the Music Industry, Ensemble Music Performance, and Composing Music. You’ll also be free to use our industry standard recording studio. Plus, visits to local venues and London’s West End will take you beyond the campus.
Possible career paths
Your Assessment
On this course you will study:
Performance workshops are all designed to help improve your skills, confidence and performance ability.
This one year course is for anyone with and an interest in learning more about acting. Whilst experience is useful, we welcome anyone with an enthusiasm and passion for the subject area.
Successful students can work in a range of roles, these may include working in creative industries such as screen acting, stage performance, directing, teaching, script writing, producing, designing or working in arts management and administration.
Successful completion of this course not only prepares you for employment within the music industry but also provides an excellent grounding to go on to a more advanced course such as our Level 3 in Music Performance or Music Technology.
If music performance, or music sequencing and production, DJing, or sound production and recording are your thing, then look no further! This course will develop your music technology and or performance skills in order to follow a route that could lead to a career in the music industry or study at a higher level. If you’re willing to work hard and strive to succeed, then this course will give you the valuable skills needed to do just that within the music industry.
Music Technology: During this extended certificate course you will cover music sequencing and production, DJ skills, sound production and recording, music production and remixing techniques, and learn about working in the music industry. Music Performance: Throughout this one year extended certificate course you will study a variety of music performance skills as well as an introduction to music technology units. These include working in the music industry, music for performance, music ensemble skills, music sequencing and production, song writing skills and rehearsal skills
Fees: £2,583.00
Full-time courses are fully funded for 16 to 18-year-olds. For age 19+, various funding options are available.
