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Study Performing Arts

Study Performing Arts

Chase your dreams, gain real industry experience and start your journey to an exciting career in the performing arts  in our state of the art performance venue.

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Whether you dream of performing on stage, have a passion for physical theatre or are looking for something behind the scenes and out of the spotlight, our performing arts courses could be for you!

Start your journey to a career in the performing arts with our courses in Acting, Dance, Music, Musical TheatreMusic Performance & ProductionPerformance and Events Management & Production.  Apply for September 2021 today.

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““I got to perform and work on over seven different shows during my two year course. The College gave me an insight into how I should conduct myself in the professional world and what would be expected from me.””

Ashton, former dance student currently working with Sir Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures and studying a Contemporary Dance degree at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance

“City College Norwich gave me the opportunity to develop my practical and theoretical knowledge of lighting systems, as well as confidence in using industry kit from a young age. I never thought I would have the chance to work in London venues and light shows and festivals for artists. CCN has helped me achieve this.”

Nick Harvey – Events Management & Production, now a Freelance Lighting Programmer and Technician

“"All of the shows that we do are phenomenal. The College has helped and improved me as a dancer"”

Charlotte Cooper, Dance Student, now studying at a professional dance college in London

“City College Norwich has prepared me in a way that feels like I am working in the industry in a real workplace which is very different from my old school environment. This has changed my outlook on possible work opportunities in future and has taught me how to communicate with people when those positions arise.”

Ben Mills – Event Management & Production

“I didn't really concentrate while doing my GCSE's, and found myself looking for more inspiring lessons. That all changed at City College Norwich, with some great practical and theoretical lessons. The teaching made you want to listen and gave a good understanding for those wanting to pursue a career in the arts.”

Pete Blaxhill – Events Management & Production, currently a Sound Engineer for TV and film

Why Study Performing Arts at City College Norwich?

Real experiences of work running a state of the art performance venue

Our courses are designed to provide you with the skills and real work experiences you need by giving you the chance to join our company of student performers and technicians who run our Platform Theatre.

During your time with us, you will work across a range of specialisms related to your course to help hone your craft and find your passion. So whether you dream of becoming a music producer or professional dancer, or want to become an actor or musical theatre performer, we can train you as a professional and help you get there.

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Performance production student working backstage

Exclusive access to our Platform Theatre

Performing Production Arts students

Studying our performing arts courses will give you exclusive access to our 160 seat state of the art Platform Theatre that is designed to train the next generation of performers and theatre specialists.

Platform allows our students to create, reinterpret and perform well known, unique and one off shows and hosts a over 60 high quality theatre productions each year under the guidance of our industry professional staff.

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Courses awarded by University Arts London (UAL)

Our performing arts courses are designed with industry partners and are awarded by University Arts London (UAL). 

This means our courses will provide you with the latest knowledge and skills you need to start an exciting career in the performing arts industry or progress on to university level courses.

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City College Norwich students performing in a band on stage

Looking for something a little different?

For courses to help you start a career in drama or the performing arts, take a look at the performing arts courses available at Paston College.

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