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Diploma in Performing and Production Arts

at Kendal College, Kendal · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma35 weeksFull time£1,250

What the college says

Theatre & Events Technology at Kendal College is well-known for the quality and excellence of its teaching, facilities and success of its students. Our students are at the heart of everything that we do and the opportunities that we offer. The qualification is through the leading Arts Provider, The University of The Arts, London (UAL) offering a tailor- made qualification for students wishing to immerse themselves in a professional and highly practical approach to studying Theatre & Events. By completing this course, you will achieve a University of Arts London (UAL) Level 2 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts (Theatre & Event Technology). Throughout the Level 2 course, you will learn and develop key skills that are widely used in the industry. This is an excellent introduction for those wanting to access the Level 3 Diploma in Theatre & Events Technology. The course will provide you with an introduction into Technical Theatre and it will give you the grounding in key elements of the industry; - Production and Stage Management: Learn the intricate skills required to organise performances and events. - Working behind the scenes to run a theatrical production or event. - Lighting for Dance, Plays and Musical Theatre performances. - Intimate music gigs. - Set Design: Create, design and build scenery and staging for a variety of productions. - Design and build scenery and staging. - Props: design, create and source props for a variety of productions. - Explore skills in mixin

What you need to get on

- 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Language & Maths. - A reference from your previous school or college. - A successful interview.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Arts & Media Campus

    Beezon Road, Kendal, LA9 6EL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Kendal

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