Musical Theatre School – Sixth Form Musical Theatre Course

An intensive two-year programme which provides students with the core training for a career in the performing arts.

Our Musical Theatre course at Tring Park School boasts an illustrious alumni appearing in theatre, TV and film and secures degree course places for a high percentage of graduates.

Thorough core training, and the programme of performances, workshops and master classes reflect the multifaceted nature of professional musical theatre.

The curriculum is delivered by musical theatre practitioners with direct, recent or current experience and is supported by visiting artists from a variety of sources within professional musical theatre.

Course Summary

Throughout the course students are afforded a plethora of opportunities to develop their skills in all areas of musical theatre, create a thorough portfolio and gain experience and appropriate exposure through diverse performance platforms.

In singing classes students are encouraged to develop a strong and secure technique with emphasis on application through performance, repertoire and portfolio work, while in dance emphasis is on versatility, with core training in jazz, ballet and tap. Acting classes are based around both script and improvisation work with a strong focus on confidence, character and dialect.

Course Structure

Pupils will learn the three key elements of Musical Theatre with the discipline and commitment necessary to work within a physically, mentally and emotionally demanding career. They will also learn:

  • Professional performance skills and expressive communication skills enabling artistic interpretation of a variety of styles, directorial and choreographic demands.
  • The ability to work effectively with fellow performers and with professional directors and technical staff as well as knowledge of current trends in audition practice.
  • Pupils will gain the understanding of the focus required to sustain high levels of personal achievement.
  • The ability to evaluate a performance in an objective manner and the development of personal resources to deal with potentially stressful situations.
  • A musical awareness and sensitivity to a wide variety of music and vocal styles. Good contextual knowledge of the development of Musical Theatre and a thorough and varied portfolio.
  • A sound anatomical and physiological understanding of the physique and an appreciation of vocal health.

    • Fees & Funding

    The School offers Scholarships for the Performance Foundation, Musical Theatre, Acting and Commercial Music Courses and Music & Dace Scheme and Dance & Drama Awards for Dancers.

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    Upcoming Audition Dates

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    Sixth Form
    Musical Theatre
    16th November 2021
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    Sixth Form
    Musical Theatre
    17th November 2021
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    Sixth Form
    Musical Theatre
    7th February 2022
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    Our Alumni

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    2008

    Lily James

    After leaving Tring Park, Lily quickly landed her first major role in Downton Abbey, followed by Just William and Secret Diary of a Call Girl. Lily is best known for films including Wrath of the Titans (2012), Cinderella (2015), Burnt (2015), Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (2016), Baby Driver (2017) and Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (2018).
    2018

    Joe Griffiths-Brown

    One year after graduating, Joe landed the role as Man 1/Charles Lee at Hamilton West End. He has also featured in Death on the Nile, a feature film directed by Sir Kenneth Branagh. Joe is currently starring in Frozen as part of the original West End cast.
    2010

    Daisy Ridley

    Daisy's career kicked off when she landed the role as Rey in Star Wars; The Force Awakens (2015), The Last Jedi (2017) and The Rise of Skywalker (2019). Her other highlights include Ophelia (2018), Murder on the Orient Express (2017) and Peter Rabbit (2018). Daisy is currently working on The Marsh King's Daughter.
    2011

    Harrison Clark

    The Wizard Of Oz, Leeds Playhouse, James Brining.
    Hairspray UK Tour, Mark Goucher Productions, Paul Kerryson, Drew McOnie.
    Legally Blonde, Leicester Curve, Nikolai Foster, Lee Proud.
    Wicked, Playful Productions, UK Tour, Joe Mantello.
    We Will Rock You - European Tour, BB Promotions, Ben Elton.
    Jesus Christ Superstar, Shaw Theatre, Steven Pa
    2014

    Richard Linnell

    Richard is most well known for his role in Hollyoaks from 2015 to 2019. He has also appeared in Life of Riley and was cast in The Merry Wives of Windsor (2011).

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    Donna Hayward FISTD | Director of the Musical Theatre Course

    Please get in contact if you have any queries regarding our sixth form musical theatre course.

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    Sixth Form Curriculum

    In the Sixth Form, depending on academic ability, students can choose to study up to a maximum of four Advanced Level qualifications.

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