Free Level 2 Performing Arts Course in Durham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Performing Arts Course in Durham. Classes run full-time at Framwellgate Moor Campus, New College Durham.

The course introduces you to the performing arts sector through practical, hands-on sessions. You'll take part in performance projects and explore a range of acting and movement styles. Industry professional workshops and trips to local professional theatre are part of the experience. The course runs over one year.

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

Who this course is for

Course may be subject to change.

This performing arts course is designed to introduce you to the sector and develop your skills through highly practical, fun and engaging sessions.

Whilst studying on the course, you will take part in a range of performance projects and learn a variety of acting and movement styles.

You will have the opportunity to take part in workshops from industry professional, and theatre trips to local professional theatre to develop your understanding of the arts and underpin and enrich your learning.

You will develop industry and work related experiences in college opportunities, as well as work placements.

You will develop your creativity, knowledge, self-awareness, and academic skills throughout the programme, through a range of tasks and activities such as warm-up games, drama tasks, dance technique, working logbooks, evaluations and performances.

Entry requirements

Please refer to College website.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore a range of acting styles and techniques.
  • You'll develop movement and dance skills for performance.
  • You'll take part in group and solo performance projects.
  • You'll attend workshops led by industry professionals.
  • You'll visit professional theatre productions to deepen your understanding of the arts.
  • You'll build experience of industry working practices.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical performance projects, workshops, and theatre visits. Assessment is based on your work in class and on performance projects throughout the year. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New College Durham will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, film, television, or live events.
  • Dancer, works in stage productions, music videos, or touring shows.
  • Stage manager, coordinates productions behind the scenes.
  • Theatre technician, handles lighting, sound, or set for live performances.
  • Performing arts teaching assistant, supports drama and dance in schools.
  • Community arts worker, delivers arts projects for local groups.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts, the natural next step for those wanting to specialise further in acting, dance, or production.
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts, a broader qualification that can support applications to drama school or higher education.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Music Performance, for those whose interest moves toward musical theatre or live music.