If you dream of performing on stage or traveling the world in the entertainment industry, this sector could be perfect for you.
Showcase your talents in Performing Arts
Are you passionate about performing, theatre, and live events? Do you have a creative spark that you want to bring to life? Our Performing Arts courses invite you to showcase your talents and embark on a journey towards a career in one of the most dynamic industries. Whether you dream of gracing the stage, appearing on screen, or traveling the world in the entertainment industry, this could be the perfect path for you.
Do you thrive on orchestrating the magic from behind the scenes? Discover how to become the backbone of successful performances with our Stage Management course. The entertainment industry is a significant part of our culture, encompassing live theatre, musicals, and the film industry. There are countless opportunities for creative individuals like you.
View the latest Labour Market Information by sector to see the average salary and projected job growth for your dream career!
Why study with us?
Performance and production arts students can participate in 11 live productions per year, from Christmas pantomimes to traditional musical theatre.
You’ll have access to our range of large dance and drama studios, fully equipped recording studios and practice rooms.
Course tutors have industry experience, ensuring students learn from the best. We also have partnerships with showbiz professionals, offering regular workshops.
Past students have advanced to drama schools and Universities to study Acting, Musical Theatre, Stage Management, and Sound and Lighting Design.
Former students have become professional performers and choreographers, and some have opened dance and production companies.
Performing Arts Success Stories
At College, it’s much more relaxed and interactive which I think gets the best out of us. I loved the end of year shows – you really get to see all the hard work coming together.
Keeley Octon, Level 3 BTEC in Musical Theatre
It gives you the chance to broaden what you know about acting and give you the chance to really push your skills and try new styles and genres.
Thalia Illingworth, Performing Arts (Acting)
Middlesbrough College has been a fantastic place to study. We have had so many opportunities to work on shows and gain hands-on industry experience.
Brook Richardson, Level 3 Stage Management and Operations (Production Arts)
The staff are lovely, and I feel the course helped to prepare me for the realities of the performing arts industry, particularly the audition process
Sian Husband, Level 3 Performing Arts (Dance)
I’m over the moon to have signed with NTA Management. I’ll be pursuing my acting career whilst studying the Stage Operations and Management Level 3 programme at Middlesbrough College.
Ethan Warren, Level 3 Performing Arts (Acting)
Careers in Performing Arts
Potential salary
£52,799.32
Entry level salary
£16,436.29
Average salary
£28,750.62
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
3
Potential salary
£51,952.19
Entry level salary
£10,420.42
Average salary
£27,780.75
Potential salary
£51,952.19
Entry level salary
£10,420.42
Average salary
£27,780.75
Potential salary
£51,952.19
Entry level salary
£10,420.42
Average salary
£27,780.75
Potential salary
£61,070.11
Entry level salary
£16,875.33
Average salary
£32,656.44
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
1
Potential salary
£48,136.70
Entry level salary
£9,655.13
Average salary
£25,740.47
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
2
Employers we work with
- Middlesbrough Theatre
- Less is MORE Productions
- Billingham Forum
- Ten Feet Tall
- Crash Bang Wallop
Performing Arts courses
Performing Arts – Level 2
Performing Arts
Full Time
|
1 year
EDEXCEL
|
Age Group:
(16-18)
Performing Arts (Acting route) – Level 3
Performing Arts
Full Time
|
2 Years
Age Group:
(16-18)
Performing Arts (Dance route) – Level 3
Performing Arts
Full Time
|
2 Years
EDEXCEL
|
Age Group:
(16-18)
Performing Arts (Musical Theatre route) – Level 3
Performing Arts
Full Time
|
2 Years
EDEXCEL
|
Age Group:
(16-18)
Stage Management and Operations – Level 3
Performing Arts
Full Time
|
2 Years
EDEXCEL
|
Age Group:
(16-18)