Level 3 Performing & Production Arts (Acting)

Course Overview

This course is now full at Wakefield for September 2026 enrolment. Please see our wide range of alternative course options within Performing Arts and other subject areas, which still have places available. If you wish to be added to a waiting list for this specific course, please select ‘request information’ to make an enquiry, however there will be no guarantee of a place becoming available, so we encourage you to continue looking at other options. For further information, contact course information on courseinfo@heartofyorkshire.ac.ukor call 01924 789111.

This Acting programme at Mechanics Performing Arts is for students who wish to study in a lively and challenging environment. As Acting students, you will have the opportunity to explore, develop and test your creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating, demanding and provides a supportive transition into higher level study or employment in the performing arts industry. There will be a wide range of opportunities for you to perform in our professional theatre, alongside chances to attend professional performances in both regional and national venues. You will be taught by industry experienced tutors alongside visiting professionals working within the industry.

Please Note: Work placement opportunities will be available.

This course is a practical, work related course with academic and theoretical exploration throughout. You will develop through completing assignments and projects based on the realistic industrial activities and demands of acting. You’ll have the opportunity to show your work in a number of public performances and will also get the chance to perform in the performing arts festival at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group.

What You Will Study

• Acting
• Directing
• Devising Theatre
• History of Theatre
• Singing for Actors
• Physical Theatre
• Production Skills
• Classical Theatre
• Contemporary Theatre
• Audition Technique