CUA50220
Diploma of Musical Theatre

In partnership with Empowerdance, focusing on producing triple threat peformers, the DIPLOMA OF MUSICAL THEATRE program at CPAC is a 2 year full-time course that delivers a Nationally Recognised Qualification in partnership with Empowerdance (RTO 40397) upon completion.

What To Expect From A Diploma of Musical Theatre In partnership with Empowerdance

The comprehensive Diploma of Musical Theatre program equips artists for careers in Musical Theatre as well as, Cruise Ships, Cabaret, Theme Parks, and Commercial events and other related positions. With a focus on professional skills, adaptability, and practical experiences, students gain invaluable industry insights from our experienced faculty in a supportive environment. Graduates showcase confidence, skills, and knowledge, leaving a lasting impression wherever they perform. Our aim is to nurture industry-ready artists who excel in their careers and make a significant impact in the world of entertainment.

Focus Points of The Diploma of Musical Theatre

The Diploma of Musical Theatre course includes intensive technical and industry training in the three core disciplines of dancing, acting and singing. Students dedicate 5 full days per week to intensive classes, while also gaining valuable experience through performances and productions, ensuring a comprehensive and immersive learning journey. Our program aims to prepare aspiring dancers, singers & actors for successful careers in the entertainment industry, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary.

Genres Covered in The Diploma of Musical Theatre Course

This program covers all the essential genres for a successful career in the Musical Theatre & entertainment industry. These classes include:

Other Opportunities

Extended Expertise

Opportunity to spotlight & extend their expertise in their own choice of specialist field as an elective option (eg. silks/hoops, latin, tap).

Study

In addition to dance & performance classes Student’s also study anatomy, musicality, choreography, presentation, theatrical make-up

Presentation

Learn about professional presentation including CVs, headshots and showreels. gaining skills to help secure a successful career.

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DIPLOMA OF MUSICAL THEATRE

PROGRAM OUTLINE & FEE STRUCTURE

To be awarded the CUA50220 DIPLOMA OF MUSICAL THEATRE students must complete 16 units of competency – 6 core units, and 10 elective units. Participants who do not successfully complete all the requirements for the qualification will be issued a Statement of Attainment listing those units attained.

UNITS OF STUDY

CORE UNITS

CUAIND412 – PROVIDE FREELANCE SERVICES

CUAMPF417 – DEVELOP VOCAL TECHNIQUES

CUAPRF511 – REFINE PERFORMANCE TECHNIQUES

CUAPRF513 – PREPARE FOR AND PERFORM IN COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENTS 

CUAPRF514 – REFINE MUSICAL THEATRE TECHNIQUES

CUAWHS511 – MAINTAIN A HIGH LEVEL OF FITNESS FOR PERFORMANCE

ELECTIVE UNITS

CUACHR511 – CREATE AND PERFORM COMPLEX DANCE PIECES

CUADAN413 – DEVELOP EXPERTISE IN JAZZ TECHNIQUES

CUAPPR512 – DEVELOP SUSTAINABILITY OF OWN PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

CUADAN517 – REFINE DANCE PARTNERING TECHNIQUES

CUAMUP511 – APPLY THEATRICAL MAKE-UP AND HAIRSTYLES

CUAIND411 – EXTEND EXPERTISE IN SPECIALIST CREATIVE FIELDS

CUAPRF419 – PERFORM IN A MUSICAL THATRE ENSEMBLE

CUAPRF418 – PERFORM SOLO MUSICAL THEATRE CONTEXT 

CUAVOS412 – DEVELOP SPECIALIST SINGING TECHNIQUES FOR MUSICAL THEATRE REPERTOIRE

CUAACT412 – DEVELOP AND APPLY ACTING TECHNIQUES FOR MUSICAL THEATRE

CUA50220
DIPLOMA OF MUSICAL THEATRE

Deposit 1 Due upon enrolment (non-refundable). $700

Deposit 2 Due before commencement (non-refundable) $755

Remaining Fees, $4000 p/term

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