Course summary

With a lively creative scene, and opportunities to perform in renowned local venues, Bristol is the perfect place to study Acting and Touring Theatre. This exciting three-year degree has been given a fresh new look to offer you the most up-to-date and engaging experience. The BA (hons) degree Acting and Touring Theatre prides itself on excellent student outcomes and progression into the industry. If you wish to develop skills in a range of creative roles such as actor, workshop facilitator or even or to launch your own independent theatre company then this is the course for you. As an Acting and Touring Theatre student at UCWISE, you will develop skills in acting for stage and screen, physical theatre, voice and movement, as well as specialist areas such as stage combat. You will take part in full productions as well as developing your own style through devising and developing your own shows. There are varied opportunities to develop your own creative flair through collaborative projects with peers as well as established artistic directors and playwrights. You will extend your knowledge of different genres and acting approaches and gain direct experience of preparing and delivering performances in a range of contexts. You will be encouraged to identify and develop your own distinctive performance style, develop your knowledge of contemporary audiences and consider where you wish to be within the landscape of the UK theatrical industry. By the end of the programme, you will have a portfolio of work in professional-style contexts which will support your career progression into the industry. Practical training is supplemented with meaningful and professionally useful application of academic skills, relevant to all areas of contemporary theatre. You will collaborate with others, follow independent lines of enquiry, and draw on professionals’ and lecturers’ experience to develop your knowledge and abilities. You will be supported to develop ideas relating to the context of theatre over time, and critically engage in current debates within the industry. This is a highly engaging course taught through lectures, collaborative and independent study, and events with the university, and offers a uniquely supportive and challenging learning environment. Part time routes are available. For more information, please email [email protected]