Our GCSE qualifications programme at The Garage is a great place for anyone 13+ years old (adult learners are welcome) to begin their dance and drama training. The courses offer superb opportunities to learn more about the skills and discipline required to become a performer. This does include analysing professional works as well as developing practical skills. Delivering the courses outside of school/college hours allows pupils to gain an extra GCSE which helps our students stand out more when applying for further education pathways.
GCSE DANCE
DURATION
21 months, part-time.
COURSE DATES
October 2022 – June 2024
TIMETABLE
2.5 hours per week, Sunday afternoons, term-time only.
FEES*
£2000, instalment plans available**
COURSE CONTENT
The course will comprise of 3 key modules – Performance, Choreography and Dance Appreciation – inviting students to explore a wide range of dance styles, with set works covering contemporary, ballet and hip-hop. Each weekly session will comprise of a 1 hour class, 45 minutes choreography, and 45 minutes appreciation. Sunday sessions will be complemented by tutorials, performance trips, masterclasses, guest tutors and a high profile performance opportunity.
ASSESSMENT
PRACTICAL: Performance (30%), Choreography (30%)
WRITTEN: Dance appreciation (40%)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
No formal entry requirements, however students must be able to demonstrate the ability to take on both the practical and theoretical elements of the course, therefore auditions will include both written and practical tasks.
Age: 13+, adult learners welcome
GREAT FOR…
Studying alongside work or other courses. Start this course in Year 9 to complete the GCSE qualification before your year 11 exams.
APPLICATION
To apply complete the Application Form
OFFER: ENROL ON BOTH THE GCSE DANCE & GCSE DRAMA COURSES AND RECEIVE 10% DISCOUNT
*Fees are subject to change. **Some students may be eligible for support with fees from local charitable trusts. The Garage team is happy to provide a list of organisations that can be approached for financial assistance. All fundraising must be complete prior to the start of the course.
GCSE DRAMA
DURATION
21 months, part-time
COURSE DATES
October 2022 – June 2024
TIMETABLE
2.5 hours per week, Sunday mornings, term-time only
FEES*
£2000, instalment plans available**
COURSE CONTENT
This course is designed to engage and encourage students to become confident performers with the skills needed for a bright and successful future. The course will comprise of 3 key modules – Understanding Drama, Devising Drama and Text in Practice – inviting students to explore a wide range of performance styles and periods, with set works covering comedy, historical and teen drama. Sunday sessions will be complemented by tutorials, performance trips, masterclasses and guest tutors.
ASSESSMENT
PRACTICAL: Devising Drama – Performance & log (40%), Texts in Practice (20%)
WRITTEN: Understanding Drama (40%)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
No formal entry requirements, however students must be able to demonstrate the ability to take on both the practical as theoretical elements of the course, therefore auditions will include both written and practical tasks.
Age: 13+, adult learners welcome
GREAT FOR…
Studying alongside work or other courses. Start this course in Year 9 to complete the GCSE qualification before your year 11 exams.
APPLICATION
To apply, complete the Application Form
OFFER: ENROL ON BOTH THE GCSE DANCE & GCSE DRAMA COURSES AND RECEIVE 10% DISCOUNT
*Fees are subject to change. **Some students may be eligible for support with fees from local charitable trusts. The Garage team is happy to provide a list of organisations that can be approached for financial assistance. All fundraising must be complete prior to the start of the course.
- Access to professional mentoring programme
- Access to FREE Participation Programme Classes (12 months)
- Invite to join our performance companies
- Studying in a professional performing arts organisation
- Performance opportunities
- Workshops/masterclasses and performance trips
- Progression into further education – A-Levels, BTECs in Dance, Drama, Theatre Studies and Performing Arts
- Join us for our Level 4 HNC Programme in Performing Arts with specialist pathways in Acting, Dance and Musical Theatre. Suitable for students 18+.
