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Free Level 2 Performing Arts Course in Widnes

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Performing and Production Arts Course in Widnes. Classes run at Cronton Sixth Form College, full-time during the day.

The course is free for English-domiciled 16 to 18 year olds. You'll build skills in both acting and dance, exploring different techniques for creating performance. Topics include key practitioners in drama and dance, and developing your creative imagination through practical work. The course runs over one year and includes an audition as part of the admissions process.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts.

Who this course is for

Aimed at School Leavers. This exciting Performing Arts course will enable you to acquire a fundamental knowledge of both drama and dance to equip you for progression on to our Acting and Professional Dance courses. You will develop performance skills, explore different techniques of creating performance and learn about important practitioners in the fields of dance and drama. The course encourages students to explore their creative imagination by developing strong skills in acting, community theatre and various disciplines of dance and performance. The units throughout the one year course are dynamic and challenging enabling you to reach your full potential.You will also have the unique opportunity to audition for the Centre of Excellence Musical Productions.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade 9 : 3 including a Grade 3 in English Language, a Grade 2 in Maths and ideally a performance based subject. You will need to successfully pass a dance or drama audition for this course which will be arranged after your admissions interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop performance skills in acting and dance.
  • You'll explore techniques for creating and presenting performance work.
  • You'll study important practitioners in the fields of drama and dance.
  • You'll build skills in community performance and creative collaboration.
  • You'll practise using your creative imagination to develop original work.
  • You'll gain a foundation in both drama and dance to support further study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, studio-based sessions covering acting and dance. Assessment is through performance work and practical projects. You'll take part in rehearsals, workshops, and creative tasks in the classroom. An audition is required before you start, arranged after your admissions interview.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cronton Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, film, television, or community productions.
  • Dancer, works in stage, commercial, or community dance settings.
  • Performing arts assistant, supports productions and creative projects.
  • Community arts worker, delivers arts activities in schools or community venues.
  • Drama workshop leader, runs sessions for young people or community groups.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Acting, the next step for those focusing on drama and theatre.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Professional Dance, for those pursuing a career in dance performance.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts, a broader route covering acting, dance, and production skills.
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