Course summary

At The Arden, we believe that training in Musical Theatre should be as individual as the performer. While many drama schools shape students to fit a traditional mould, our BA (Hons) Musical Theatre course focuses on discovering, nurturing and realising you — the performer you want to become. We provide rigorous, professional training across acting, singing and dance, ensuring every student graduates with the confidence, skill and industry awareness required to thrive. But what sets us apart is our commitment to listening, responding, and developing each student’s unique voice. Success in this industry depends on individuality, creativity and attention to detail — values embedded at the core of our training. Level 4: PREPARE You’ll begin by developing the fundamental technical and interpretative skills in all three disciplines. We encourage curiosity and self-awareness, asking you to explore the why behind every creative decision. This year is about building confidence, consistency and the foundations of professional craft. Level 5: PURSUE You’ll apply and expand your skills across a range of performance styles, learning to adapt to the demands of diverse material. Through exploration, experimentation and reflection, you’ll deepen your understanding of your strengths and areas for growth, becoming a flexible and expressive performer ready for industry challenges. Level 6: PIONEER Your final year bridges training and the profession. You’ll work on full-scale productions, take part in Manchester and London showcases, create professional portfolio material, and engage in professional development workshops. By graduation, you’ll be prepared, professional and proud — ready to step confidently into your career as both artist and entrepreneur. The Arden’s Musical Theatre course is challenging, rewarding and rooted in curiosity, individuality and excellence — empowering you to craft the performer you want to be.