Performing Arts Double

qualification: vocational

exam board: pearson

entry requirements: A minimum of a Grade 4 in English and a Merit at Level 2 Performing Arts if studied. Studying Performing Arts at Level 2 is desirable but not essential.

why study performing arts (double)

Performing Arts Double offers an exciting and immersive experience for students who want to take their passion for performance further. Equivalent to two A-Levels, this qualification builds on the foundations of the single Performing Arts qualification, allowing you to develop your skills in greater depth while exploring a broader range of performance styles, techniques and professional practices.

The course includes four additional units, giving you the opportunity to deepen your understanding of the performing arts and explore diverse styles of theatre, from community theatre and Greek theatre to 19th-century naturalism. You will also discover the work of influential practitioners and theatre companies whose approaches continue to shape the industry today, using their ideas to inspire and inform your own creative work.

Lessons are hands-on, collaborative, and designed to stretch your creativity. You’ll have the chance to perform, devise, and experiment with new approaches, gaining confidence and versatility as a performer. This qualification opens the door to a wide range of exciting careers in the creative industries, including Actor or Director, Production Manager, Costume or Set Designer, Drama Teacher and much more.

To find out more information, please contact Mrs Ghent Smith k.ghent-smith@kingsmeadschool.net