Have you got what it takes to be a successful theatre actor, producer or performer?

This advanced, practical Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Creative Theatre Practice) is designed and taught by theatre professionals with extensive experience of theatre making and performance.

You will have the opportunity to develop your practice as an individual and as a member of a performance ensemble. You will be involved right from the start in an in-depth study of the performing arts, in which the practical side is strongly linked to the theory. The units that you study on the programme all lead to performance – some of these will be large scale public performances.

There is an option to complete the course after one year, achieving a subsidiary diploma, or complete two years which will lead to the extended diploma, equivalent to three A Levels. This will give you the option to apply to a range of universities or performance schools to study at degree level.

Fee for this course: £4,670

This course is normally free for the 16-to-18 age group.

The student technician is an important part of the Enlightened team, assisting with daily warehouse tasks, helping prepare, run up, and test equipment, and building their own skills to be a more effective technical specialist

This role represents a shared investment; from the student in giving the time and energy to build their own skills, and from Enlightened in giving them the opportunity and training to do so.

This is a fixed term position for either 9 or 12 months starting in Summer 2025. We may ask for proof of your eligibility from your college or University prior to starting.

Enlightened is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality and value diversity within our workforce. Our goal is to ensure that these commitments are embedded in our day to day working practices with all of our customers, colleagues and partners through the promotion of equal opportunities. We would warmly welcome applications from those who are likely to be  under-represented in the industry.

We are happy to make reasonable arrangements in order to help you apply for this role. If you need any assistance or for us to make any special provisions, please include this within your application.

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