Course summary
The MA Creative Practice – Musical Theatre at LMA is a cutting-edge postgraduate program tailored for aspiring performers who want to refine their craft as a triple threat (singing, acting, and dancing) while gaining essential entrepreneurial and creative skills. This program is designed for individuals who aim to thrive in the highly competitive and dynamic world of musical theatre and beyond. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
- Those considering further academic research at MPhil or PhD level in performance or cognate disciplines.
- Graduates from musical theatre, acting, or performance-based courses with strong foundational skills in singing, acting, and dance.
- Individuals passionate about developing new work, reinterpreting classic material, and collaborating across creative disciplines.
- Performers looking to enhance their portfolio for auditions, while also exploring entrepreneurial ventures in the creative industries.
- Those considering further academic research at MPhil or PhD level in performance or cognate disciplines.
- Focused on reinterpreting and creating musical theatre works.
- Culminates in a large-scale company production presented to an external audience.
- Flexible format combining intensive studio workshops, online sessions, and industry-standard rehearsal schedules.
Modules
Creativity and Innovation in the Creative Industries (20 Credits) Creative Approaches to Musical Theatre 1 – Interpretation and Innovation (30 Credits) Personal Creative Development – Musical Theatre (20 Credits) Creative Entrepreneurship 1 – Testing your Idea (20 Credits) Creative Approaches to Musical Theatre 2 – Developing Original Content (30 Credits) Creative Entrepreneurship 2 – Launching your Venture (20 Credits) Creative Approaches to Musical Theatre 3 – Musical Theatre Company Production (40 Credits)
Entry requirements
A 2:1 degree in a relevant field or substantial professional experience in Musical Theatre. As part of the application and admissions process, applicants will be required to submit a digital audition. Full details of what is required for the content of the audition video will be sent to all applicants along with guidance about the format and how to submit. Our Masters programmes are available at both our London and Liverpool campuses.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
LMA
Metquarter
35 Whitechapel
Liverpool
L1 6DA