BA (Hons) Musical Theatre Performance
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The aim of the programme is to produce imaginative, intelligent and employable practitioners who demonstrate creativity through their discipline and beyond.

BA (HONS) MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE

This programme provides specialist skills for a career in Musical Theatre Performance, the creative industries, and further study, with a specialist focus on vocal technique and development. The Musical Theatre Performance course is validated by the University of Chester and delivered on-site at The Hammond.

The aim of this programme is to produce imaginative, intelligent and employable practitioners who demonstrate creativity through their discipline and beyond. Modules have strong vocational elements, a breadth of curriculum and experience (with the potential for specialism), a contemporary outlook, and embedded technological skills for both practical and artistic purposes.

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The Hammond’s BA (Hons) Musical Theatre Performance course is your direct path to a thriving career in the creative industries. Designed with a practical focus, we're here to equip you with the performance skills needed for success.
This program places a strong emphasis on preparing students for dynamic careers in the performing arts, with a core focus on singing and acting, with dance.
It seeks to nurture performers who excel in these vital aspects, honing their skills and creativity. The curriculum not only imparts theoretical and contextual knowledge but also emphasises its practical application.
The programme’s structure supports their development as versatile and proficient artists, ready for the performing arts industry. Beyond the course syllabus, students can further refine their craft through extra curricular activities, ensuring they graduate as well-rounded, performance-ready professionals.
Modules
Contextual Studies 1
Singing: Foundation Techniques in Musical Theatre
Movement and Dance: Foundation Techniques in Musical Theatre
Acting: Foundation Techniques in Musical Theatre Performance
Performance Practice 1: The Apprentice Performer
Year 1 Classes Include
Voice:
Singing Technique
Singing Practical
Spoken Voice
Acting Through Song
Ensemble Singing
Weekly 1-2-1 Singing Lesson
Dance:
Jazz
Ballet
Latin
Tap
Commercial
Contemporary Body Conditioning
Acting:
Acting
Devised Work
Production
Contextual Studies:
Music Theory
Historical Development of Musical Theatre
Practitioners
Modules
Contextual Studies 2
Exploring Vocal Repertoire in Musical Theatre
Exploring Dance Repertoire in Musical Theatre
Exploring Acting Repertoire in Musical Theatre Performance
Performance Practice 2: The Developing Performer
Year 2 Classes Include:
Voice:
Singing Technique/Singing Practical
Spoken Voice
Acting Through Song Ensemble Singing
Weekly 1-2-1 Singing Lesson (Technique/ Repertoire)
Dance:
Jazz
Ballet
Tap
Commercial
Contemporary
Latin
Body Conditioning
Acting:
Acting for Screen
Text in Performance
The Actor’s Body
Production:
Integrated Musical Theatre
Contextual Studies:
Context in Music
Issues in Musical Theatre
Modules
Professional Studies: Working in the Creative Arts
(Compulsory Module)
Negotiated Study (Optional Module) Dissertation
(Optional Module)
Musical Theatre Repertoire and Production
(Optional Module)
*Students need to complete three out of these four modules in year three of the course.
Year 3 Training:
Dance:
Jazz
Ballet
Tap
Commercial
Contemporary
Latin
Body Conditioning
Voice:
Spoken Voice
Ensemble Singing
Weekly 1-2-1 Singing Lesson
(Technique/ Repertoire)
Acting Through Song
Production:
- Integrated Musical Theatre
Showcase
Full Book Musical
Year 3 Industry Preparation
Professional Studies
Weekly Industry Sessions, topics including:
Headshots, CVs, Showreels
Agents, Casting Directors
Spotlight, Equity
Branding, Social Media
Self Taping
Audition Technique Classes:
In Singing
In Acting (Theatre)
In Acting (Screen)
In Dance
Mock Auditions:
Dance Calls
- Working with different choreographers
- (Musicals/ Cruises/Different styles of dance)
Singing Calls
- Working with different Musical Directors
- (First round/ recalls for Musicals/ Cruises/ Panto – different styles of singing)
Acting Calls
- Working with a professional Director
- (Musicals/ Plays/ Rep/ TV/ Film/ Commercial)
In addition to course-related assessments and performances, The Hammond’s Degree students have access to the following performance opportunities:
Chester Pride, Carols in the City (Manchester Cathedral), Strictly Come Dancing charity partnership events, CarolConcert (Chester Cathedral), Can You Dance? Liverpool, MoveIT (London), Lord Mayor’s Concert and additional yearly events.
The Hammond's Industry and Outreach Team delivers several tangible resources to help students succeed in the creative and performing arts. Key offerings include industry mentorship programs for third-year Diploma students, where mentors assist in creating personal development plans. Additionally, the team organises essential industry tools such as headshots, CVs, and vocal reels, along with audition workshops. A major highlight is the Agent Showcase held in a London theatre, providing direct exposure to industry professionals. Weekly industry sessions, personal branding, and social media training are also provided to help students navigate and succeed in the industry.
Beyond technical training, the team offers performance opportunities and masterclasses to help students refine their artistic identity and unique styles. These programs are designed to connect students with experienced agents, casting directors, and industry professionals who can assist in showcasing their talent and securing auditions. Through this combination of professional skill-building and artistic development, The Hammond prepares students for the competitive world of creative and performing arts.
Graduates can progress directly to further training or employment in the performing arts industry.