Drama Summer School

The Drama Summer School is ideal for...

Students interested in Drama or Theatre Studies, or those who may be considering either the Drama Foundation or International Drama Foundation at Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts.

About the course...

• Intensive classes with professional artists (28-35 hours per week)
• Evening social activities included
• 1 full day excursion included per week
• No English lessons - international students will require a good level of English.

Learn from professional, RADA qualified theatre practitioners

"Training at CSVPA was probably the best year of my life so far! The teaching is superb and guides you into the right direction, and makes sure you have fun along the way." - Emma Richardson, former student

Our association with RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art) is testament to the quality and experience of our tutors, themselves professional practitioners.

All our lecturers are performance specialists who have ongoing professional experience within the theatre industry, both in the UK and internationally. They use their skills and experience to develop students both personally and professionally.

This emphasis on high standards enables our students to enjoy impressive levels of success. Our Foundation students progress to many of the best Drama Schools in the UK and overseas, including RADA, LAMDA, Bristol Old Vic, RSAMD, Mountview Academy and The American Academy of Dramatic Art

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What will I study?

The course introduces a range of different drama techniques in a fun, safe and active environment. It will also improves your confidence, self-esteem and communication skills.

The Summer School runs over a 6 week period, with the three specialisms being taught for 2 weeks each.

You can choose the area of theatre that appeals to you most, or, if you are considering a career in drama, you can extend your range by trying a number of different disciplines.

The first week of each specialism focuses on building towards a performance, which takes place during the second week. Students can attend the first or both weeks, but cannot join the performance week only.

Course dates for 2010 are as follows:

• Musical Theatre (weeks 1 & 2): 5 – 16 July
• Contemporary Theatre / Acting (weeks 3 & 4): 19 – 30 July
• Physical Theatre (weeks 5 & 6): 2 – 13 August

Sample Timetables

» Musical Theatre Timetable

» Physical Theatre Timetable

» Contemporary Theatre Timetable