Musical Theatre
This course will facilitate students to appreciate and learn the skills of Theatre performance, including acting, directing, stage design and production. Through a combination of lectures, workshops and practical exercises students will develop an array of skills. Students will acquire the skills and knowledge to bring characters and stories to life on stage. In addition to this, you will develop a knowledge of theatre throughout the years and gain a good understanding of Ireland’s most prolific playwrights.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 Year Full Time
Entry Requirements
− Leaving Certificate
− Leaving Certificate Applied
− Mature applicants
− Equivalent qualifications
Careers / Further progression
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may pursue certificate or degree courses in TCD, UCD, DCU, TU Dublin Grangegorman/ Tallaght, South East Technological University Carlow, Technological University of the Shannon Athlone, UCC, Atlantic Technological University - St. Angela’s College, Sligo as well as other ITs and colleges around the country or in the UK.
For example, there are up to 21 places in Maynooth University, 30 places in UCD science courses.
Higher Education Pathways
MTU Cork: MT938 Musical Theatre (Level 8, 4 Years)
TCD: TR025 Drama and Theatre Studies (Level 8, 4 Years)
NUIG: GY118 Arts (Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies) (Level 8, 4 Years)
SETU Waterford: SE200 Arts - Theatre Studies (Level 8, 3 Years)
Mary Immaculate College: MI002 DTS Drama and Theatre Studies Arts (Level 8, 4 Years)
DKIT: DK770 Theatre and Film Practice (Level 7, 3 Years)
ATU Sligo: AU824 Performing Arts (Theatre Design) (Level 7, 3 Years)
MTU Cork: MT939 Theatre and Drama Studies (Level 8, 4 Years)
UCC: CK112 Theatre and Performative Practices (Level 8, 3-4 Years)
Trinity College/LIR Academy: Stage Management and Technical Theatre (Level 8, 3 Years)
Further information
SUSI Grant
SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is Ireland’s single national awarding authority for all higher and further education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students for level 5 and level 6 courses in Dunboyne College of Further Education. For more information visit www.susi.ie
Acting: Develop skills in voice, movement, and character work. Perform scenes and connect with professionals.
Directing: Learn to lead scenes from script to stage with practical experience.
Stage Design: Explore the basics of set, lighting, sound, and costume design.
Production: Gain hands-on experience in managing and promoting a play.
Course Content:
The following modules will be offered subject to availability or demand and are subject to change.
Performance Craft
Theatre Studies
Acting Skills and Techniques
Work Practice
Team Working
Event Production
Potential Optionals:
TV and Film Acting
Stage Management and Administration
Creative Writing
Film Production
Literary, Visual and Performing Arts
Music Performance
Sound Engineering and Production
5M5163 - Theatre Performance
Certification
Level 5 Theatre Performance 5M5163
Dunboyne Business Park, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 FH01
Phone: (01) 8026577
Email: DunboyneCollege@LMETB.ie
www.dunboynecollege.ie