BA (Hons) Musical Theatre Performance

The Hammond’s BA (Hons) Musical Theatre Performance course is your direct path to a thriving career in the creative industries. Designed with a practical focus, we're here to equip you with the performance skills needed for success.

This course places a strong emphasis on preparing you for dynamic careers in the performing arts, with a core focus on singing and acting, with dance.

It seeks to nurture performers who excel in these vital aspects, honing their skills and creativity. The curriculum not only imparts theoretical and contextual knowledge but also emphasises its practical application.

The course’s structure supports your development as versatile and proficient artists, ready for the performing arts industry. Beyond the course syllabus, you can further refine your craft through extra curricular activities, ensuring you graduate as well-rounded, performance-ready professionals.

Modules

Contextual Studies 1

Singing: Foundation Techniques in Musical Theatre

Movement and Dance: Foundation Techniques in Musical Theatre

Acting: Foundation Techniques in Musical Theatre

Performance Practice 1: The Apprentice Performer

Year 1 Classes Include

Voice:

Singing Technique

Singing Practical

Spoken Voice

Speech

Acting Through Song

Ensemble Singing

Dance:

Jazz

Ballet

Tap

Commercial

Contemporary

Body Conditioning

Acting:

Acting

Improvisation

Movement

Devised Work

Production

Contextual Studies:

Music Theory

Historical Development of Musical Theatre Practitioners

Academic Writing

Modules

Contextual Studies 2

Exploring Vocal Repertoire in Musical Theatre

Exploring Dance Repertoire in Musical Theatre

Exploring Acting Repertoire in Musical Theatre

Performance Practice 2: The Developing Performer

Year 2 Classes Include:

Voice:

Singing Technique

Singing Practical

Spoken Voice

Speech

Acting Through Song

Ensemble Singing

Dance:

Jazz

Ballet

Tap

Commercial

Contemporary

Latin

Body Conditioning

Acting:

Acting for Screen

Text in Performance

The Actor’s Body

Production

Contextual Studies:

Context in Music

Issues in Musical Theatre

Research Methods

Modules

Professional Studies: Working in the Creative Arts

(Compulsory Module)

Optional Modules:

Negotiated Study

Dissertation

Musical Theatre Repertoire and Production

Advanced Skills in Musical Theatre

*Students need to complete three out of these five modules in year three of the course.

Year 3 Training:

Dance:

Jazz

Ballet

Tap

Commercial

Contemporary

Latin

Body Conditioning

Voice:

Spoken Voice

Ensemble Singing

Acting Through Song

Production:

• Integrated Musical Theatre

Showcase

Full Book Musical

Year 3 Industry Preparation

Professional Studies

Weekly Industry Sessions, topics including:

Headshots, CVs, Showreels

Agents, Casting Directors

Spotlight, Equity

Branding, Social Media

Self Taping

Audition Technique Classes:

In Singing

In Acting (Theatre/ Screen)

In Dance

Mock Auditions:

Dance Calls

• Working with different choreographers

• (Musicals/ Cruises/Different styles of dance)

Singing Calls

• Working with different Musical Directors

• (First round/ recalls for Musicals/ Cruises/ Panto – different styles of singing)

Acting Calls

• Working with a professional Director

• (Musicals/ Plays/ Rep/ TV/ Film/ Commercial)

In addition to course-related assessments and performances, The Hammond’s Degree students have access to the following performance opportunities:

Chester Pride, Carols in the City (Manchester Cathedral), Strictly Come Dancing charity partnership events, Carol Concert (Chester Cathedral), Can You Dance? Liverpool, MoveIT (London), Deva Fest, Lord Mayor’s Concert and additional yearly events.

At The Hammond, our mission is not only to train exceptional young performers but to prepare them to thrive in the professional industry. Our teaching faculty is made up of a remarkable team of specialists who bring a wealth of real-world experience to the studio and classroom. With credits spanning the West End, national and international tours, film and television, and prestigious dance and theatre companies, our staff ensure that every student learns directly from those who know what it takes to succeed on the professional stage.

Alongside world-class training, each student benefits from personalised one-to-one guidance to help them make the right choices for their future. Whether exploring routes into theatre, dance companies, television, or further study, our dedicated mentors provide tailored advice that recognises each student’s unique strengths, ambitions, and potential.

Students also gain invaluable professional experience through a wide range of performance opportunities. From fully staged productions and public showcases to projects designed to mirror the pace and standards of professional rehearsals, these experiences prepare our students for the demands of the industry.

A highlight of our programme is the annual London Showcase, where graduating students perform for an audience of industry leaders, including agents, casting directors, producers, and artistic directors of major companies. This crucial platform enables our students to build meaningful connections and step confidently into their professional careers.

At every stage of their journey, The Hammond is committed to opening doors, nurturing talent, and ensuring that our students leave us not only as outstanding performers, but as industry-ready professionals with the skills, resilience, and connections to succeed.

Graduates can progress directly to further training or employment in the performing arts industry.