Drama
Drama
The Drama Pathway at CAPA College covers all things stage and screen! You will study the fundamentals of acting while building your skills as a creative – with some incredible performance opportunities along the way. You will be taught by industry professionals to ensure that you develop the most up-to-date knowledge to equip you for an exciting career in the Arts.
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DRAMA
At a glance
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 5 GCSES, including Maths and English, Level 4 or above. (information on exceptional cases here).
Qualifications
Each student will study the UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts. Some students may also opt for an additional qualification: either an A Level in Drama or an Extended Project Qualification.
Duration
2 years
Curriculum
Devising
– Directing
– Scriptwriting
– Improvisation
– Devised Theatre
Performance
– Presenting
– Acting for Camera
– Scripted Performance
– Contemporary Theatre
Analysis
– Drama Theory
– Drama Analysis
– Applied Theatre
– History of Drama
Physicality
– Stage Combat
– Physical Theatre
– Body Conditioning
– Dance and Movement
Performance Opportunities
We work closely with professional artists, companies and theatres to ensure our students get first-hand experience producing and performing in a range of different venues, locally and nationally.
On-Set Experience
The course is 50:50 stage and screen. Therefore, students quickly get hands-on experience in front of the camera in terms of both acting technique and set etiquette.
“CAPA College is an excellent place to train and prepare, for higher education and a career in the Arts. I gained so much experience working with a range of inspiring and diverse artists, companies and teachers,”
Bronwyn James
CAPA College Graduate 2012
Wicked, 2024 (Universal Pictures)
Alumni
Read more about our Alumni here
CAPA College Graduate 2012
Studied BA (Hons) Acting at ALRA North
Bronwyn is known for her role in Harlots and for appearing alongside Ariana Grande in the Wicked, and the Live Action Remake of How to Train Your Dragon.
CAPA College Graduate 2022
Studied BA(Hons) Writing for Performance at CSSD
During her time studying Jaymee-Leigh set up her own theatre company, Working Girls Theatre Company.
Specialist
Teachers
Katy James
Olivia Ward
Sarah Roe
Sarah Tipple
Phil Hill-Pearson
Tom Osbourne
Amy Balmforth
Stacey Johnstone
Mudassar Dar
Hayley O'Hara
Drama
DRAMA
At a glance
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 5 GCSES, including Maths and English, Level 4 or above. (information on exceptional cases here).
Qualifications
Each student will study the UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts. Some students may also opt for an additional qualification: either an A Level in Drama or an Extended Project Qualification.
Duration
2 years
The Drama Pathway at CAPA College covers all things stage and screen! You will study the fundamentals of acting while building your skills as a creative – with some incredible performance opportunities along the way. You will be taught by industry professionals to ensure that you develop the most up-to-date knowledge to equip you for an exciting career in the Arts.
APPLY
Curriculum
Devising
– Directing
– Scriptwriting
– Improvisation
– Devised Theatre
Performance
– Presenting
– Acting for Camera
– Scripted Performance
– Contemporary Theatre
Analysis
– Drama Theory
– Drama Analysis
– Applied Theatre
– History of Drama
Physicality
– Stage Combat
– Physical Theatre
– Body Conditioning
– Dance and Movement
Performance Opportunities
We work closely with professional artists, companies and theatres to ensure our students get first-hand experience producing and performing in a range of different venues, locally and nationally.
On-Set Experience
The course is 50:50 stage and screen. Therefore, students quickly get hands-on experience in front of the camera in terms of both acting technique and set etiquette.
“CAPA College is an excellent place to train and prepare, for higher education and a career in the Arts. I gained so much experience working with a range of inspiring and diverse artists, companies and teachers.”
Bronwyn James
CAPA College Graduate 2012
Wicked, 2024 (Universal Pictures)
Alumni
Read more about our Alumni here
CAPA College Graduate 2012
Studied BA (Hons) Acting at ALRA North
Bronwyn is known for her role in Harlots and for appearing alongside Ariana Grande in the Wicked, and the Live Action Remake of How to Train Your Dragon.
CAPA College Graduate 2022
Studied BA(Hons) Writing for Performance at CSSD
During her time studying Jaymee-Leigh set up her own theatre company, Working Girls Theatre Company.
Specialist
Teachers
DRAMA
At a glance
The Drama Pathway at CAPA College covers all things stage and screen! You will study the fundamentals of acting while building your skills as a creative – with some incredible performance opportunities along the way. You will be taught by industry professionals to ensure that you develop the most up-to- date knowledge to equip you for an exciting career in the Arts.
Curriculum
Devising Performance Analysis Physicality
– Directing – Presenting – Drama Theory – Stage Combat
– Scriptwriting – Acting for Camera – Drama Analysis – Physical Theatre
– Improvisation – Scripted Performance – Applied Theatre – Body Conditioning
– Devised Theatre – Contemporary Theatre – History of Drama – Dance & Movement
Performance Opportunities
We work closely with professional artists, companies and theatres to ensure our students get first-hand experience producing and performing in a range of different venues, locally and nationally.
On-Set Experience
The course is 50:50 stage and screen. Therefore, students quickly get hands-on experience in front of the camera in terms of both acting technique and set etiquette.
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 5 GCSES, including Maths and English, Level 4 or above. (information on exceptional cases here).
Qualifications
Each student will study the UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts. Some students may also opt for an additional qualification: either an A level in Drama or an Extended Project Qualification.
Duration
2 years
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“I wouldn’t be where I am now if it wasn’t for CAPA College. It gave me insight into the skills and determination needed to be successful which made heading into Drama School and the professional industry much easier.”
Monique Ashe-Palmer
CAPA College Graduate 2015
Six the Musical (West End)
Alumni
Read more about our Alumni here
CAPA College Graduate 2012
Studied BA (Hons) Acting at ALRA North
Bronwyn is known for her role in Harlots and for appearing alongside Ariana Grande in the Wicked, and the Live Action Remake of How to Train Your Dragon.
CAPA College Graduate 2022
Studied BA (Hons) Writing for Performance at Royal Central School London
During her time studying Jaymee-Leigh set up her own theatre company, Working Girls Theatre Company.