Free Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Lincoln – Lincoln College – Daytime

CostFREE
Duration70 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

About this course

Free Level 3 Performing and Production Arts Course in Lincoln. Classes run at Lincoln College, full-time during the day.

The course covers a wide range of dance techniques, performance skills, and production arts practice. You'll work through practical projects, take part in live performances, and build stamina and stage presence across the 70-week programme. The course is awarded by University of the Arts London.

You'll finish with an Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts.

Who this course is for

Are you interested in working in the entertainment industry? Want a job where creativity is key? Maybe you love theatre but being on stage isn’t for you. Technical Theatre and Production Arts could be the perfect route choice.

The world of Technical Theatre and Production Arts provides a huge range of opportunities for those interested in a creative and challenging career. Live events, theatre and entertainment industries are major UK employers, with a huge potential for overseas work.

Based at the newly redesigned Drill Hall, Lincoln, you will have the opportunity to work in a professional venue, gain vital experience and skills from the highly experienced staff, and see a huge variety of professional touring shows.

We have an excellent track record of students who have careers in the arts and entertainment industry.

During this course, you’ll learn:

Lighting and Set design Sound and lighting engineering Prop making and Costume Special effects make-up and prosthetics Event management Front of house/ Box office management Theatre making and crafts Directing Producing Actor management

What you will learn

  • You'll develop technique across multiple dance styles and movement disciplines.
  • You'll build performance skills through practical projects and live shows.
  • You'll explore production arts, including stagecraft and technical theatre elements.
  • You'll develop physical stamina and stage presence as a performer.
  • You'll collaborate with other students on group and ensemble performances.
  • You'll gain experience of working to professional performance standards.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in class. Assessment is based on performance work, practical projects, and a portfolio of evidence. You'll take part in live performances as part of your assessment. There are no written exams; your progress is assessed through what you create and perform.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lincoln College 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 professional dance companies, shows, or touring productions.
  • Performing arts technician, supports lighting, sound, and stage operations.
  • Dance teacher or workshop leader, delivers classes in schools or community settings.
  • Stage manager, coordinates rehearsals and live performance logistics.
  • Choreographer's assistant, supports the creation and rehearsal of dance works.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Dance, a degree that builds on your Extended Diploma and opens professional and teaching routes.
  • BA (Hons) in Theatre Production or Technical Theatre, for those drawn to the production side of the industry.
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Performing Arts, a shorter higher-education route into the sector.

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